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Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon vs Saunter Red Head Vineyard Clone No. 685 Cabernet Sauvignon

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon
2020 · Napa Valley, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€156
The steal
Dead ringer
Saunter Red Head Vineyard Clone No. 685 Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 · Napa Valley, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€43 save €113

Tale of the taste

Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Saunter Red Head Vineyard Clone No. 685 Cabernet Sauvignon
Body 10 vs 9 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 7 · same
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 7 · +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 heartSame Napa Valley postcodeSame fresh backboneAbout 28% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €43 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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