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Joseph Drouhin Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru vs Pierre Boisson Auxey-Duresses Premier Cru

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Joseph Drouhin Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
2018 · Clos Vougeot Grand Cru, France · Pinot Noir
€529
The steal
Dead ringer
Pierre Boisson Auxey-Duresses Premier Cru
Auxey-Duresses Premier Cru, France · Pinot Noir
€59 save €470

Tale of the taste

Joseph Drouhin Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru Pierre Boisson Auxey-Duresses Premier Cru
Body 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 5 vs 5 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 5 · 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 Pinot Noir at heartSame fresh backboneSame firm grip of tanninAbout 11% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €59 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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