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Rupert & Rothschild Baron Edmond vs Mulderbosch Faithful Hound Red

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Rupert & Rothschild Baron Edmond
Paarl, South Africa · Red blend
€42
The steal
Close cousin
Mulderbosch Faithful Hound Red
Stellenbosch, South Africa · Red blend
€16 save €26

Tale of the taste

Rupert & Rothschild Baron Edmond Mulderbosch Faithful Hound Red
Body 8 vs 8 · same
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 8 · +1 on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 6 vs 5 · 1 less on the steal

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 blendVanilla oak on bothAbout 38% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €16 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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