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Gaja Sperss Barolo vs Abbona Barolo Terlo Ravera

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Gaja Sperss Barolo
1998 · Barolo, Italy · Nebbiolo
€418
The steal
Dead ringer
Abbona Barolo Terlo Ravera
Barolo, Italy · Nebbiolo
€43 save €375

Tale of the taste

Gaja Sperss Barolo Abbona Barolo Terlo Ravera
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 9 vs 9 · same
Acidity 9 vs 9 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 4 vs 5 · +1 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Nebbiolo at heartSame Barolo postcodeSame earthy streakAbout 10% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €43 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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