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Uberti Franciacorta Francesco I Brut vs Domaine J. Laurens Les Graimenous Crémant de Limoux Brut

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Uberti Franciacorta Francesco I Brut
Franciacorta, Italy · Sparkling blend
€30
The steal
Close cousin
Domaine J. Laurens Les Graimenous Crémant de Limoux Brut
Crémant de Limoux, France · Sparkling blend
€12 save €18

Tale of the taste

Uberti Franciacorta Francesco I Brut Domaine J. Laurens Les Graimenous Crémant de Limoux Brut
Body 6 vs 7 · +1 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

Shared Chardonnay in the blendSame traditional methodBone-dry, both of themAbout 40% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €12 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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