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Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore vs San Marzano Gran Trio Rosso

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore
Valpolicella Ripasso, Italy · Corvina blend
€19
The steal
Close cousin
San Marzano Gran Trio Rosso
Salento, Italy · Red blend
€7 save €12

Tale of the taste

Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore San Marzano Gran Trio Rosso
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 4 vs 4 · same
Sweetness 5 vs 5 · same
Fruit 8 vs 8 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same fruit-first attitudeBone-dry, both of themSame fresh backboneAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €7 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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