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La Posta Paulucci Malbec (Angel Paulucci Vineyard) vs San Marzano I Tratturi Negroamaro

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
La Posta Paulucci Malbec (Angel Paulucci Vineyard)
Mendoza, Argentina · Malbec
€15
The steal
Close cousin
San Marzano I Tratturi Negroamaro
Puglia, Italy · Red blend
€6 save €9

Tale of the taste

La Posta Paulucci Malbec (Angel Paulucci Vineyard) San Marzano I Tratturi Negroamaro
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 5 vs 5 · same
Acidity 5 vs 5 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 5 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 7 vs 9 · +2 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneSame full-throttle bodyAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €6 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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