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Billaud-Simon Chablis Tête d'Or vs Hugel Riesling

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Billaud-Simon Chablis Tête d'Or
Chablis, France · Chardonnay
€40
The steal
Close cousin
Hugel Riesling
Alsace, France · Riesling
€16 save €24

Tale of the taste

Billaud-Simon Chablis Tête d'Or Hugel Riesling
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +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 full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneAbout 40% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €16 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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