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Shaya Blanco vs Bodegas Faustino Faustino VII Blanco

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Shaya Blanco
Rueda, Spain · Verdejo
€11
The steal
Close cousin
Bodegas Faustino Faustino VII Blanco
Rioja Alavesa, Spain · Viura
€4 save €7

Tale of the taste

Shaya Blanco Bodegas Faustino Faustino VII Blanco
Body 4 vs 8 · +4 on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
Fruit 9 vs 10 · +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 fresh backboneBone-dry, both of themSame firm grip of tanninAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €4 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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