← Back to dupes

Vinícola Real 200 Monges Rioja Selección Especial Reserva Blanco vs Monopole Blanco Seco (Clasico)

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Vinícola Real 200 Monges Rioja Selección Especial Reserva Blanco
2013 · Rioja, Spain · Viura
€57
The steal
Dead ringer
Monopole Blanco Seco (Clasico)
Rioja, Spain · Viura
€8 save €49

Tale of the taste

Vinícola Real 200 Monges Rioja Selección Especial Reserva Blanco Monopole Blanco Seco (Clasico)
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 5 vs 8 · +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 Viura at heartSame Rioja postcodeSame fresh backboneAbout 13% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €8 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

Prices are indicative — the retailer always has the last word.

Still want the splurge?

No judgment. Check prices for Vinícola Real 200 Monges Rioja Selección Especial Reserva Blanco: Wine-Searcher · Vivino · Google Shopping

Price looks off?

Tell us and we will check it by hand.