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Tolaini Tenuta San Giovanni Valdisanti vs Can Blau Blau

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Tolaini Tenuta San Giovanni Valdisanti
Toscana, Italy · Red blend
€25
The steal
Close cousin
Can Blau Blau
Montsant, Spain · Red blend
€9 save €16

Tale of the taste

Tolaini Tenuta San Giovanni Valdisanti Can Blau Blau
Body 7 vs 9 · +2 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · 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 Cabernet Sauvignon in the blendBone-dry, both of themSame firm grip of tanninAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €9 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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