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Joan Simó Les Eres Vinyes Velles vs Castillo Perelada 5 Finques (Fincas) Reserva

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Joan Simó Les Eres Vinyes Velles
Priorat, Spain · Red blend
€35
The steal
Close cousin
Castillo Perelada 5 Finques (Fincas) Reserva
Empordà, Spain · Grenache · Tempranillo
€14 save €21

Tale of the taste

Joan Simó Les Eres Vinyes Velles Castillo Perelada 5 Finques (Fincas) Reserva
Body 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · 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

Shared Grenache in the blendVanilla oak on bothAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €14 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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