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Latarce Selección Tinto vs Heraclio Alfaro Crianza

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Latarce Selección Tinto
Toro, Spain · Tempranillo
€40
The steal
Dead ringer
Heraclio Alfaro Crianza
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€10 save €30

Tale of the taste

Latarce Selección Tinto Heraclio Alfaro Crianza
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 5 vs 7 · +2 on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
Fruit 3 vs 5 · +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 Tempranillo at heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 24% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €10 (checked Sep 2026) — check live prices:

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