Chateau Ste. Michelle Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon vs Guado al Melo Rute Bolgheri
Tale of the tape.
The splurge
Chateau Ste. Michelle Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
€54
Tale of the taste
Chateau Ste. Michelle Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Guado al Melo Rute Bolgheri
Body
8 vs 8 · same
Tannin
8 vs 8 · same
Acidity
8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness
3 vs 3 · same
Fruit
6 vs 6 · same
Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.
Why it’s a dupe
Same Cabernet Sauvignon at heartSame full-throttle bodySame firm grip of tanninAbout 35% of the price
Where to grab the steal
Typically around €19 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:
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