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Saunter Red Head Vineyard Clone No. 685 Cabernet Sauvignon vs Michael David Winery Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Saunter Red Head Vineyard Clone No. 685 Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 · Napa Valley, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€43
The steal
Dead ringer
Michael David Winery Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon
Lodi, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€15 save €28

Tale of the taste

Saunter Red Head Vineyard Clone No. 685 Cabernet Sauvignon Michael David Winery Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon
Body 9 vs 10 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 6 vs 7 · +1 on the steal
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 7 vs 6 · 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

Same Cabernet Sauvignon at heartVanilla oak on bothAbout 34% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €15 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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