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Château Ripeau Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé) vs Jean-Pierre Moueix Saint-Émilion

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Château Ripeau Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé)
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, France · Merlot blend
€48
The steal
Dead ringer
Jean-Pierre Moueix Saint-Émilion
Saint-Émilion, France · Merlot blend
€18 save €30

Tale of the taste

Château Ripeau Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Grand Cru Classé) Jean-Pierre Moueix Saint-Émilion
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 7 vs 7 · same

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 €18 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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