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Lenoble Intense Brut Champagne vs Veuve du Vernay Demi-Sec

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Lenoble Intense Brut Champagne
Champagne, France · Champagne blend
€40
Veuve du Vernay Demi-Sec
Côte de Beaune, France · Sparkling
€8 save €32

Tale of the taste

Lenoble Intense Brut Champagne Veuve du Vernay Demi-Sec
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness 2 vs 7 · +5 on the steal
Fruit 8 vs 10 · +2 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same orchard-fruit biteSame firm grip of tanninAbout 21% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €8 (checked Sep 2026) — check live prices:

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