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Vietti Barolo Riserva Villero vs Ettore Germano Barolo Cerretta

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Vietti Barolo Riserva Villero
2012 · Barolo, Italy · Nebbiolo
€375
The steal
Dead ringer
Ettore Germano Barolo Cerretta
Barolo, Italy · Nebbiolo
€60 save €315

Tale of the taste

Vietti Barolo Riserva Villero Ettore Germano Barolo Cerretta
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 9 vs 9 · same
Acidity 9 vs 9 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 3 vs 3 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Nebbiolo at heartSame Barolo postcodeSame earthy streakAbout 16% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €60 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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