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Viña Vik Winery "A" Carmenere vs Cono Sur Reserva Especial Carmenère

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Viña Vik Winery "A" Carmenere
Cachapoal Valley, Chile · Carménère
€26
The steal
Dead ringer
Cono Sur Reserva Especial Carmenère
Cachapoal Valley, Chile · Carménère
€9 save €17

Tale of the taste

Viña Vik Winery "A" Carmenere Cono Sur Reserva Especial Carmenère
Body 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 6 vs 6 · same
Sweetness 5 vs 4 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 5 · 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 Carménère at heartSame Cachapoal Valley postcodeSame firm grip of tanninAbout 36% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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