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Domaine de la Solitude - Famille Lancon Châteauneuf-du-Pape vs Domaine La Rouviole Petit R

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Domaine de la Solitude - Famille Lancon Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France · Red blend
€34
The steal
Close cousin
Domaine La Rouviole Petit R
Minervois, France · Red blend
€11 save €23

Tale of the taste

Domaine de la Solitude - Famille Lancon Châteauneuf-du-Pape Domaine La Rouviole Petit R
Body 9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 5 · +2 on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 6 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Mourvedre in the blendSame firm grip of tanninSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 33% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €11 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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