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M. Chapoutier Gigondas vs Les Vignerons du Narbonnais Saint Baurois Grande Réserve GSM

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
M. Chapoutier Gigondas
Gigondas, France · Grenache blend
€27
The steal
Close cousin
Les Vignerons du Narbonnais Saint Baurois Grande Réserve GSM
Languedoc, France · Red blend
€9 save €18

Tale of the taste

M. Chapoutier Gigondas Les Vignerons du Narbonnais Saint Baurois Grande Réserve GSM
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 2 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 6 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Grenache in the blendSame firm grip of tanninSame fruit-first attitudeAbout 35% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €9 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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