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Lan Gran Reserva Rioja vs Félix Solís The Guv’nor

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Lan Gran Reserva Rioja
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€19
The steal
Close cousin
Félix Solís The Guv’nor
Valdepeñas, Spain · Tempranillo
€7 save €12

Tale of the taste

Lan Gran Reserva Rioja Félix Solís The Guv’nor
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 5 · 3 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 4 vs 7 · +3 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 heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €7 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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