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Boekenhoutskloof Syrah vs La Motte Wine Estate Syrah

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Boekenhoutskloof Syrah
Swartland, South Africa · Syrah
€48
The steal
Dead ringer
La Motte Wine Estate Syrah
Franschhoek, South Africa · Syrah
€19 save €29

Tale of the taste

Boekenhoutskloof Syrah La Motte Wine Estate Syrah
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 6 vs 6 · same
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
Fruit 5 vs 6 · +1 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same Syrah at heartSame dark-fruit coreAbout 40% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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