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Marion Valpolicella Superiore vs Donnafugata La Bella Sedara

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Marion Valpolicella Superiore
Valpolicella, Italy · Corvina blend
€29
The steal
Close cousin
Donnafugata La Bella Sedara
Sicilia, Italy · Red blend
€10 save €19

Tale of the taste

Marion Valpolicella Superiore Donnafugata La Bella Sedara
Body 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
Fruit 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same red-fruit crunchBone-dry, both of themAbout 35% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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