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Quilceda Creek Galitzine Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon vs Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Quilceda Creek Galitzine Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 · Red Mountain, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€173
The steal
Dead ringer
Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Columbia Valley, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€30 save €143

Tale of the taste

Quilceda Creek Galitzine Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 8 vs 8 · 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

Same Cabernet Sauvignon at heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 17% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €30 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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