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Alain Jaume Domaine Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape 'Le Miocène' Blanc vs Hazel & Axe Chardonnay

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Alain Jaume Domaine Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape 'Le Miocène' Blanc
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France · White blend
€45
The steal
Close cousin
Hazel & Axe Chardonnay
California, USA · Chardonnay
€17 save €28

Tale of the taste

Alain Jaume Domaine Grand Veneur Châteauneuf-du-Pape 'Le Miocène' Blanc Hazel & Axe Chardonnay
Body 7 vs 10 · +3 on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 6 vs 6 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 5 · +2 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 fresh backboneSame firm grip of tanninBone-dry, both of themAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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