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Vigna Madre Giannicola di Carlo Apoteo Rosso vs Contri Why Not? 15.0

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Vigna Madre Giannicola di Carlo Apoteo Rosso
Abruzzo, Italy · Sangiovese · Montepulciano
€28
The steal
Close cousin
Contri Why Not? 15.0
Salento, Italy · Red blend
€10 save €18

Tale of the taste

Vigna Madre Giannicola di Carlo Apoteo Rosso Contri Why Not? 15.0
Body 7 vs 9 · +2 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 9 · +3 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 fresh backboneBone-dry, both of themAbout 35% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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