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Ferrari Demi-Sec vs Freixenet Cava Carta Nevada Premium Semi Dry (Semi-Seco)

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Ferrari Demi-Sec
Trento, Italy · Sparkling
€27
The steal
Close cousin
Freixenet Cava Carta Nevada Premium Semi Dry (Semi-Seco)
Catalunya, Spain · Cava blend
€7 save €20

Tale of the taste

Ferrari Demi-Sec Freixenet Cava Carta Nevada Premium Semi Dry (Semi-Seco)
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 7 vs 7 · same
Fruit 10 vs 10 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same traditional methodSame fruit-first attitudeSame sweet streakAbout 26% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €7 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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