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M. Chapoutier Ermitage Le Méal vs Domaine du Grand Chemin En Cévennes

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
M. Chapoutier Ermitage Le Méal
2001 · Hermitage, France · Syrah
€403
The steal
Close cousin
Domaine du Grand Chemin En Cévennes
Cevennes, France · Red blend
€35 save €368

Tale of the taste

M. Chapoutier Ermitage Le Méal Domaine du Grand Chemin En Cévennes
Body 9 vs 8 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 8 vs 8 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 4 vs 6 · +2 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Syrah in the blendSame firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneA rounding error of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €35 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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