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Springfield Estate Méthode Ancienne Cabernet Sauvignon vs Michael David Winery Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Springfield Estate Méthode Ancienne Cabernet Sauvignon
Robertson, South Africa · Cabernet Sauvignon
€41
The steal
Close cousin
Michael David Winery Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon
Lodi, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€15 save €26

Tale of the taste

Springfield Estate Méthode Ancienne Cabernet Sauvignon Michael David Winery Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon
Body 9 vs 10 · +1 on the steal
Tannin 7 vs 7 · same
Acidity 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
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 36% of the price

Where to grab the steal

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

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