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Hourglass Blueline Estate Cabernet Sauvignon vs Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Sauvignon

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Hourglass Blueline Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2019 · Calistoga, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€182
The steal
Dead ringer
Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Sauvignon
Franschhoek, South Africa · Cabernet Sauvignon
€49 save €133

Tale of the taste

Hourglass Blueline Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Sauvignon
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 4 vs 3 · 1 less on the steal
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 heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 27% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €49 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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