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Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Champagne (Millésimé) vs Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut Aÿ Champagne

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Champagne (Millésimé)
2008 · Champagne, France · Pinot Noir blend
€805
The steal
Dead ringer
Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut Aÿ Champagne
Champagne, France · Pinot Noir blend
€55 save €750

Tale of the taste

Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Champagne (Millésimé) Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut Aÿ Champagne
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 2 vs 2 · same
Fruit 7 vs 8 · +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 Pinot Noir at heartSame Champagne postcodeSame traditional methodSame orchard-fruit bite

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €55 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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