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Body
- Bottle 1Light body
- Bottle 2Medium body
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Blackcurrant, Cherry, Chocolate
- Bottle 2Cherry, Plum, Blackberry, Oak
Structure, side by side
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Sweetness
1ArielNot assessed
2Saint VivianaDry
Body
1ArielLight body
2Saint VivianaMedium body
Acidity
1ArielNot assessed
2Saint VivianaNot assessed
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| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Score Differs | 78/100 |
84/100 |
| Verdict | Blackcurrant and cherry on the nose, with hints of blueberry and chocolate. The palate is light and somewhat thin; a subtle chocolate note gives the finish s… | A dry, tannic Cabernet in a category that usually sweetens. Dark cherry, plum, and blackberry on an expressive nose, light oak behind them, and a structured… |
| Flavor Differs | Blackcurrant, Cherry, Chocolate | Cherry, Plum, Blackberry, Oak |
| Sweetness Differs | — | Dry |
| Body Differs | Light body | Medium body |
| Likeness | Some red-wine character remains, including a cocoa-like note toward the finish. The body has more substance than some nonalcoholic reds, but still feels thin for Cabernet Sauvignon. | The nose is the more complete Cabernet. The palate has the dryness and the tannin, and it is lighter-bodied than a conventional one. |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Method Differs | Reverse osmosis | Undeclared |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | California, United States | Paso Robles, California, United States |
| Evidence | ||
| Verification Differs | Producer documented | Bottle verified |
| Sources | 4 sources | 6 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-18 | 2026-10-24 |