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Nero Magis Riserva Rosso vs Cantele Amativo

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Nero Magis Riserva Rosso
Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy · Red blend
€53
The steal
Close cousin
Cantele Amativo
Salento, Italy · Red blend
€18 save €35

Tale of the taste

Nero Magis Riserva Rosso Cantele Amativo
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 5 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 4 vs 6 · +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 full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneAbout 33% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €18 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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