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Where they differ
Documented method
- Bottle 1Vacuum distillation
- Bottle 2Spinning cone
Structure, side by side
From our tastings. Each mark shows an assessed level, with the same scale for every bottle.
Sweetness
1AndreinaDry
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
Body
1AndreinaNot assessed
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
Acidity
1AndreinaBright acidity
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
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The full comparison
6 fields match. Differences are marked.
| Field |
2 Thomson & Scott |
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|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Record Differs | Tasted | Research record |
| Score Differs | 84/100 |
Research record |
| Verdict | A dry, savory Syrah with firm tannin, bright acidity and a persistent herbal finish. Lighter than conventional Syrah, but distinctly wine-like rather than sw… | Research record |
| Flavor Differs | Red currant, Blackberry, Cherry, Rosemary, Thyme, Pepper | Research record |
| Sweetness Differs | Dry | Research record |
| Body Differs | — | Research record |
| Acidity Differs | Bright acidity | Research record |
| Likeness | Recognizably red wine in its acidity, tannin and herbal character; lighter in body than a conventional Syrah. | Research record |
| Category | Wine | Wine |
| Style | Syrah | Syrah |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Alcohol level | <0.5% | <0.5% |
| Production | Dealcoholized | Dealcoholized |
| Method Differs | Vacuum distillation | Spinning cone |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | Cortona, Tuscany, Italy | Darling, South Africa |
| Price Differs | $20–$29 | $30+ |
| Bottle size | 750 ml | 750 ml |
| Evidence | ||
| Verification | Producer documented | Producer documented |
| Sources | 6 sources | 3 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-19 |