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Vincent Girardin Meursault 1er Cru 'Les Genevrières' vs Robert-Denogent Les Sardines Mâcon-Villages

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Vincent Girardin Meursault 1er Cru 'Les Genevrières'
2021 · Meursault 1er Cru 'Genevrières', France · White blend
€278
The steal
Close cousin
Robert-Denogent Les Sardines Mâcon-Villages
Mâcon-Villages, France · Chardonnay · Aligoté
€49 save €229

Tale of the taste

Vincent Girardin Meursault 1er Cru 'Les Genevrières' Robert-Denogent Les Sardines Mâcon-Villages
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 8 · +2 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Aligoté in the blendSame orchard-fruit biteAbout 18% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €49 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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