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Duckhorn The Discussion vs Stag's Leap Wine Cellars HANDS OF TIME Red

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Duckhorn The Discussion
2018 · Napa Valley, USA · Red blend
€202
The steal
Dead ringer
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars HANDS OF TIME Red
Napa Valley, USA · Red blend
€59 save €143

Tale of the taste

Duckhorn The Discussion Stag's Leap Wine Cellars HANDS OF TIME Red
Body 10 vs 9 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 8 vs 8 · same
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

Shared Cabernet Franc in the blendSame Napa Valley postcodeVanilla oak on bothAbout 29% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €59 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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