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Librandi Gravello Rosso vs Velarino Nero di Troia

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Librandi Gravello Rosso
Val di Neto, Italy · Red blend
€20
The steal
Close cousin
Velarino Nero di Troia
Puglia, Italy · Red blend
€8 save €12

Tale of the taste

Librandi Gravello Rosso Velarino Nero di Troia
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 5 vs 5 · same
Fruit 6 vs 8 · +2 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Aglianico in the blendSame full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €8 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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