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Château Mangot Saint-Émilion Grand Cru vs Château du Lort Bordeaux Supérieur

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Château Mangot Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, France · Merlot blend
€35
The steal
Dead ringer
Château du Lort Bordeaux Supérieur
Bordeaux Supérieur, France · Merlot blend
€14 save €21

Tale of the taste

Château Mangot Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Château du Lort Bordeaux Supérieur
Body 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 8 · +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 Merlot at heartSame firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneAbout 39% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €14 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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