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Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon Franschhoek vs Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon Lot

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon Franschhoek
Franschhoek, South Africa · Cabernet Sauvignon
€39
The steal
Close cousin
Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon Lot
California, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€15 save €24

Tale of the taste

Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon Franschhoek Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon Lot
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 6 · 2 less on the steal
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · 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

Same Cabernet Sauvignon at heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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