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Torre d'Orti Valpolicella Superiore vs Di Majo Norante Sangiovese

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Torre d'Orti Valpolicella Superiore
Valpolicella, Italy · Corvina blend
€23
The steal
Close cousin
Di Majo Norante Sangiovese
Terre degli Osci, Italy · Red blend
€9 save €14

Tale of the taste

Torre d'Orti Valpolicella Superiore Di Majo Norante Sangiovese
Body 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 5 vs 4 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same firm grip of tanninSame full-throttle bodySame fresh backboneAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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