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Simon Colin Santenay vs Louis Latour Bourgogne Gamay

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Simon Colin Santenay
Santenay, France · Pinot Noir
€58
The steal
Close cousin
Louis Latour Bourgogne Gamay
Burgundy, France · Pinot Noir
€18 save €40

Tale of the taste

Simon Colin Santenay Louis Latour Bourgogne Gamay
Body 5 vs 5 · same
Tannin 5 vs 4 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 6 vs 10 · +4 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 full-throttle bodySame fresh backboneAbout 31% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €18 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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