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Fornacelle Guarda Boschi Bolgheri Superiore vs Marco Abella Loidana

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Fornacelle Guarda Boschi Bolgheri Superiore
Bolgheri Superiore, Italy · Cabernet Sauvignon blend
€41
The steal
Close cousin
Marco Abella Loidana
Priorat, Spain · Red blend
€15 save €26

Tale of the taste

Fornacelle Guarda Boschi Bolgheri Superiore Marco Abella Loidana
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 5 vs 8 · +3 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Cabernet Sauvignon in the blendSame fresh backboneBone-dry, both of themAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €15 (checked Sep 2026) — check live prices:

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