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Monteabellon Finca Matambres vs Valtravieso Finca Santa Maria Roble

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Monteabellon Finca Matambres
Ribera del Duero, Spain · Tempranillo
€31
The steal
Dead ringer
Valtravieso Finca Santa Maria Roble
Ribera del Duero, Spain · Tempranillo
€11 save €20

Tale of the taste

Monteabellon Finca Matambres Valtravieso Finca Santa Maria Roble
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less 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 heartSame Ribera del Duero postcodeSame firm grip of tanninAbout 36% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €11 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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