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Tenuta Rapitalà Conte Hugues vs Progetto Vino Ruota Libera Bianco Puglia

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Tenuta Rapitalà Conte Hugues
Terre Siciliane, Italy · White blend
€31
The steal
Close cousin
Progetto Vino Ruota Libera Bianco Puglia
Puglia, Italy · White blend
€10 save €21

Tale of the taste

Tenuta Rapitalà Conte Hugues Progetto Vino Ruota Libera Bianco Puglia
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · 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

Shared Catarratto Bianco in the blendBone-dry, both of themSame firm grip of tanninAbout 32% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €10 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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