Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Champagne (Millésimé) vs Veuve Clicquot Brut (Carte Jaune) Champagne
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Champagne (Millésimé)
€805
Tale of the taste
Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Champagne (Millésimé)
Veuve Clicquot Brut (Carte Jaune) Champagne
Body
8 vs 8 · same
Tannin
1 vs 1 · same
Acidity
9 vs 9 · same
Sweetness
2 vs 2 · same
Fruit
7 vs 9 · +2 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 €50 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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