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Collet Brut Champagne vs Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Collet Brut Champagne
Champagne, France · Champagne blend
€49
The steal
Close cousin
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut
Western Cape, South Africa · Sparkling
€18 save €31

Tale of the taste

Collet Brut Champagne Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 9 vs 9 · same
Sweetness 2 vs 2 · same
Fruit 10 vs 9 · 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 orchard-fruit biteSame fresh backboneAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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