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RedHeads Esulé vs 19 Crimes Cabernet Sauvignon

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
RedHeads Esulé
McLaren Vale, Australia · Red blend
€42
The steal
Close cousin
19 Crimes Cabernet Sauvignon
Victoria, Australia · Cabernet Sauvignon
€11 save €31

Tale of the taste

RedHeads Esulé 19 Crimes Cabernet Sauvignon
Body 10 vs 8 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 4 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 7 vs 7 · same

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Cabernet Sauvignon in the blendSame fruit-first attitudeSame firm grip of tanninAbout 26% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €11 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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