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La Spinetta BG Barolo vs Poggio Lauro Gran Vecciano Edizione Limitata

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
La Spinetta BG Barolo
Barolo, Italy · Nebbiolo
€56
The steal
Close cousin
Poggio Lauro Gran Vecciano Edizione Limitata
Toscana, Italy · Red blend
€22 save €34

Tale of the taste

La Spinetta BG Barolo Poggio Lauro Gran Vecciano Edizione Limitata
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 5 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 5 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 10 vs 6 · 4 less on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themSame firm grip of tanninAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €22 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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