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R. López de Heredia Viña Bosconia Gran Reserva vs Oxer Wines Manttoni

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
R. López de Heredia Viña Bosconia Gran Reserva
2001 · Rioja Alta, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€264
The steal
Close cousin
Oxer Wines Manttoni
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€57 save €207

Tale of the taste

R. López de Heredia Viña Bosconia Gran Reserva Oxer Wines Manttoni
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 3 vs 6 · +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 full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninAbout 21% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €57 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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