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Van Zellers Curriculum Vitae Douro Branco (CV) vs Wolfram Proppe Chardonnay Trocken

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Van Zellers Curriculum Vitae Douro Branco (CV)
Douro, Portugal · White blend
€66
The steal
Close cousin
Wolfram Proppe Chardonnay Trocken
Saale-Unstrut, Germany · Chardonnay
€19 save €47

Tale of the taste

Van Zellers Curriculum Vitae Douro Branco (CV) Wolfram Proppe Chardonnay Trocken
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 2 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 10 vs 8 · 2 less on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same firm grip of tanninSame fresh backboneSame full-throttle bodyAbout 29% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €19 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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