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Bernard Defaix Bourgogne Chardonnay vs Gérard Bertrand An 1618 Picpoul de Pinet

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Bernard Defaix Bourgogne Chardonnay
Burgundy, France · Chardonnay
€34
The steal
Close cousin
Gérard Bertrand An 1618 Picpoul de Pinet
Picpoul de Pinet, France · Grenache Blanc · Bourboulenc
€13 save €21

Tale of the taste

Bernard Defaix Bourgogne Chardonnay Gérard Bertrand An 1618 Picpoul de Pinet
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 2 vs 3 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 8 vs 10 · +2 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same orchard-fruit biteSame firm grip of tanninAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €13 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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