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Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Blanc vs Bosco del Merlo Pietris Friulano

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Blanc
Crozes-Hermitage, France · White blend
€43
The steal
Close cousin
Bosco del Merlo Pietris Friulano
Friuli, Italy · White blend
€15 save €28

Tale of the taste

Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Blanc Bosco del Merlo Pietris Friulano
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 5 · +1 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 full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneAbout 35% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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