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Château Tour Saint-Christophe Saint-Émilion Grand Cru vs Château Roquefort Bordeaux Rouge

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Château Tour Saint-Christophe Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, France · Merlot blend
€46
The steal
Close cousin
Château Roquefort Bordeaux Rouge
2004 · Bordeaux, France · Merlot blend
€15 save €31

Tale of the taste

Château Tour Saint-Christophe Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Château Roquefort Bordeaux Rouge
Body 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 9 · +3 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 tanninBone-dry, both of themAbout 33% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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