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Thelema The Mint Cabernet Sauvignon vs Château la Dournie Cabanette

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Thelema The Mint Cabernet Sauvignon
Stellenbosch, South Africa · Cabernet Sauvignon
€33
The steal
Close cousin
Château la Dournie Cabanette
Saint-Chinian, France · Red blend
€12 save €21

Tale of the taste

Thelema The Mint Cabernet Sauvignon Château la Dournie Cabanette
Body 9 vs 7 · 2 less on the steal
Tannin 8 vs 8 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 3 vs 3 · same
Fruit 4 vs 6 · +2 on the steal

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

Why it’s a dupe

Same firm grip of tanninBone-dry, both of themSame fresh backboneAbout 35% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €12 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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