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La Rioja Alta Viña Alberdi Reserva vs Rasgón Tempranillo

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
La Rioja Alta Viña Alberdi Reserva
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€17
The steal
Close cousin
Rasgón Tempranillo
Castilla, Spain · Tempranillo
€6 save €11

Tale of the taste

La Rioja Alta Viña Alberdi Reserva Rasgón Tempranillo
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 5 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 4 vs 9 · +5 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Tempranillo at heartSame full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninAbout 34% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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