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Clos du Roy Fronsac vs EGO Gorú

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Clos du Roy Fronsac
Fronsac, France · Red blend
€19
The steal
Close cousin
EGO Gorú
Jumilla, Spain · Grenache · Tempranillo
€8 save €11

Tale of the taste

Clos du Roy Fronsac EGO Gorú
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 6 vs 6 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 7 vs 6 · 1 less 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 €8 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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