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Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs vs Autréau de Champillon Brut Champagne Premier Cru

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs
Côte des Blancs, France · Sparkling blend
€75
The steal
Dead ringer
Autréau de Champillon Brut Champagne Premier Cru
Champagne Premier Cru, France · Champagne blend
€30 save €45

Tale of the taste

Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs Autréau de Champillon Brut Champagne Premier Cru
Body 7 vs 7 · same
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 2 vs 2 · same
Fruit 7 vs 10 · +3 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Chardonnay in the blendSame traditional methodSame fresh backboneAbout 40% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €30 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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