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Prats & Symington (P+S) Post Scriptum (de Chryseia) Douro vs Alfacinha Reserva Tinto

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Prats & Symington (P+S) Post Scriptum (de Chryseia) Douro
Douro, Portugal · Touriga Nacional blend
€20
The steal
Close cousin
Alfacinha Reserva Tinto
Lisboa, Portugal · Baga · Castelao
€7 save €13

Tale of the taste

Prats & Symington (P+S) Post Scriptum (de Chryseia) Douro Alfacinha Reserva Tinto
Body 9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 6 · same
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 dark-fruit coreSame fresh backboneAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €7 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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