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Taittinger Demi-Sec Champagne vs Bernard-Massard Cuvée de l'Écusson Brut

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Taittinger Demi-Sec Champagne
Champagne, France · Champagne blend
€56
The steal
Close cousin
Bernard-Massard Cuvée de l'Écusson Brut
Crémant de Luxembourg, Luxembourg · Sparkling blend
€21 save €35

Tale of the taste

Taittinger Demi-Sec Champagne Bernard-Massard Cuvée de l'Écusson Brut
Body 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 7 vs 2 · 5 less on the steal
Fruit 10 vs 10 · same

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same traditional methodSame orchard-fruit biteAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €21 (checked Sep 2026) — check live prices:

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