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Tenuta Antonini P. 121 vs I Lauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Tenuta Antonini P. 121
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane, Italy · Montepulciano
€20
The steal
Dead ringer
I Lauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy · Montepulciano
€8 save €12

Tale of the taste

Tenuta Antonini P. 121 I Lauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Body 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 6 vs 8 · +2 on the steal
Sweetness 5 vs 3 · 2 less on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 6 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Montepulciano at heartSame firm grip of tanninSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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