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Errazuriz Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve vs Cono Sur Reserva Especial Carmenère

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Errazuriz Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve
2013 · Aconcagua Valley, Chile · Red blend
€49
The steal
Dead ringer
Cono Sur Reserva Especial Carmenère
Cachapoal Valley, Chile · Carménère
€9 save €40

Tale of the taste

Errazuriz Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Cono Sur Reserva Especial Carmenère
Body 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 6 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
Fruit 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Carménère in the blendVanilla oak on bothAbout 19% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €9 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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