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Domaine Bruno Clair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru vs Hamilton Russell Vineyards Pinot Noir

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Domaine Bruno Clair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru
2018 · Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru, France · Pinot Noir
€436
The steal
Close cousin
Hamilton Russell Vineyards Pinot Noir
Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, South Africa · Pinot Noir
€54 save €382

Tale of the taste

Domaine Bruno Clair Bonnes Mares Grand Cru Hamilton Russell Vineyards Pinot Noir
Body 6 vs 6 · same
Tannin 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Same Pinot Noir at heartSame full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themAbout 12% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €54 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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