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Susana Balbo Signature Brioso vs Dieter Meier Puro Malbec - Cabernet

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Susana Balbo Signature Brioso
Agrelo, Argentina · Red blend
€40
The steal
Close cousin
Dieter Meier Puro Malbec - Cabernet
Mendoza, Argentina · Cabernet Sauvignon · Malbec
€14 save €26

Tale of the taste

Susana Balbo Signature Brioso Dieter Meier Puro Malbec - Cabernet
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
Fruit 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Cabernet Sauvignon in the blendSame full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themAbout 35% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €14 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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