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No clear differences in the assessed structure or declared production facts. Check the tasting notes and evidence below for a fuller picture.
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From our tastings. Each mark shows an assessed level, with the same scale for every bottle.
Sweetness
1AppalinaOff-dry
2The SubstituteNot yet tasted
Body
1AppalinaLight body
2The SubstituteNot yet tasted
Acidity
1AppalinaBright acidity
2The SubstituteNot yet tasted
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2 The Substitute |
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| Taste | ||
| Record Differs | Tasted | Research record |
| Score Differs | 79/100 |
Research record |
| Verdict | A light, gently fruity sparkler with green apple, pear, and citrus aromas, bright acidity, lively bubbles, and a slightly sweet finish. | Research record |
| Flavor Differs | Green apple, Pear, Citrus | Research record |
| Sweetness Differs | Off-dry | Research record |
| Body Differs | Light body | Research record |
| Acidity Differs | Bright acidity | Research record |
| Likeness | Acidity and bubbles give it a sparkling-wine shape; the finish leans slightly sweet rather than dry. | Research record |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Method Differs | Vacuum distillation | Undeclared |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | Vin de France | Germany |
| Evidence | ||
| Sources | 7 sources | 3 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-10 | 2026-10-18 |