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Vinícola Real 200 Monges Rioja Reserva vs La Rioja Alta Viña Alberdi Reserva

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Vinícola Real 200 Monges Rioja Reserva
2014 · Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€51
The steal
Dead ringer
La Rioja Alta Viña Alberdi Reserva
Rioja, Spain · Tempranillo blend
€17 save €34

Tale of the taste

Vinícola Real 200 Monges Rioja Reserva La Rioja Alta Viña Alberdi Reserva
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 4 vs 4 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Tempranillo at heartSame Rioja postcodeVanilla oak on bothAbout 33% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €17 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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