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Gere Solus Merlot vs Jean-Pierre Moueix Saint-Émilion

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Gere Solus Merlot
Villány, Hungary · Merlot
€56
The steal
Close cousin
Jean-Pierre Moueix Saint-Émilion
Saint-Émilion, France · Merlot blend
€18 save €38

Tale of the taste

Gere Solus Merlot Jean-Pierre Moueix Saint-Émilion
Body 8 vs 9 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 5 vs 7 · +2 on the steal
Acidity 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
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 Merlot at heartSame full-throttle bodySame fresh backboneAbout 33% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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