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Sansonina Merlot vs Mezzacorona Castel Firmian Teroldego Rotaliano

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Sansonina Merlot
2011 · Garda, Italy · Red blend
€49
The steal
Dead ringer
Mezzacorona Castel Firmian Teroldego Rotaliano
Teroldego Rotaliano, Italy · Red blend
€8 save €41

Tale of the taste

Sansonina Merlot Mezzacorona Castel Firmian Teroldego Rotaliano
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 5 vs 5 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
Fruit 8 vs 8 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Barbera in the blendSame fruit-first attitudeSame firm grip of tanninAbout 16% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €8 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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