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Fantini Opi Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane Riserva vs I Lauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Fantini Opi Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane Riserva
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane, Italy · Montepulciano
€26
The steal
Dead ringer
I Lauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy · Montepulciano
€8 save €18

Tale of the taste

Fantini Opi Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane Riserva I Lauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Body 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 6 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Montepulciano at heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 30% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €8 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

Prices are indicative — the retailer always has the last word.

Still want the splurge?

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