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Delaire Graff Laurence Graff Reserve vs Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon Franschhoek

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Delaire Graff Laurence Graff Reserve
2020 · Stellenbosch, South Africa · Cabernet Sauvignon
€600
The steal
Dead ringer
Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon Franschhoek
Franschhoek, South Africa · Cabernet Sauvignon
€39 save €561

Tale of the taste

Delaire Graff Laurence Graff Reserve Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon Franschhoek
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 4 · same
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 Cabernet Sauvignon at heartVanilla oak on bothA rounding error of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €39 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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