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Tenuta Antonini P. 121 vs Velarino Nero di Troia

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Tenuta Antonini P. 121
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane, Italy · Montepulciano
€20
The steal
Close cousin
Velarino Nero di Troia
Puglia, Italy · Red blend
€8 save €12

Tale of the taste

Tenuta Antonini P. 121 Velarino Nero di Troia
Body 6 vs 9 · +3 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 6 · same
Sweetness 5 vs 5 · same
Fruit 6 vs 8 · +2 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 €8 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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