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Louis Roederer Théophile Brut Champagne vs Nino Franco Rustico Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Louis Roederer Théophile Brut Champagne
Champagne, France · Champagne blend
€42
Nino Franco Rustico Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore
Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Italy · Glera
€16 save €26

Tale of the taste

Louis Roederer Théophile Brut Champagne Nino Franco Rustico Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore
Body 7 vs 4 · 3 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 2 vs 2 · same
Fruit 7 vs 10 · +3 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same orchard-fruit biteBone-dry, both of themAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €16 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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