← Back to dupes

Henri Bourgeois Les Côtes aux Valets Sancerre Blanc vs Alceño The Sheep Reborn Sauvignon Blanc

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Henri Bourgeois Les Côtes aux Valets Sancerre Blanc
Sancerre, France · Chenin Blanc · Sauvignon Blanc
€55
The steal
Close cousin
Alceño The Sheep Reborn Sauvignon Blanc
Murcia, Spain · Sauvignon Blanc
€7 save €48

Tale of the taste

Henri Bourgeois Les Côtes aux Valets Sancerre Blanc Alceño The Sheep Reborn Sauvignon Blanc
Body 5 vs 5 · same
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 9 vs 8 · 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

Shared Sauvignon Blanc in the blendSame full-throttle bodyBone-dry, both of themAbout 13% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €7 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

Prices are indicative — the retailer always has the last word.

Still want the splurge?

No judgment. Check prices for Henri Bourgeois Les Côtes aux Valets Sancerre Blanc: Wine-Searcher · Vivino · Google Shopping

Price looks off?

Tell us and we will check it by hand.