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RedHeads Esulé vs Pagos de Aráiz Crianza

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
RedHeads Esulé
McLaren Vale, Australia · Red blend
€42
The steal
Close cousin
Pagos de Aráiz Crianza
Navarra, Spain · Grenache · Tempranillo
€11 save €31

Tale of the taste

RedHeads Esulé Pagos de Aráiz Crianza
Body 10 vs 8 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Bone-dry, both of themSame fruit-first attitudeSame full-throttle bodyAbout 25% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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