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Verite La Joie vs Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Verite La Joie
2014 · Sonoma County, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€395
The steal
Dead ringer
Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley, USA · Cabernet Sauvignon
€69 save €326

Tale of the taste

Verite La Joie Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon
Body 9 vs 9 · same
Tannin 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 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 17% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €69 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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