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Ettore Sammarco Ravello Selva delle Monache Costa d'Amalfi vs San Marzano Sud Primitivo - Merlot

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Ettore Sammarco Ravello Selva delle Monache Costa d'Amalfi
Costa d'Amalfi, Italy · Red blend
€22
San Marzano Sud Primitivo - Merlot
Salento, Italy · Red blend
€9 save €13

Tale of the taste

Ettore Sammarco Ravello Selva delle Monache Costa d'Amalfi San Marzano Sud Primitivo - Merlot
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 5 vs 5 · same
Sweetness 5 vs 5 · same
Fruit 10 vs 8 · 2 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 Aglianico in the blendSame firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneAbout 40% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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