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Where they differ
Declared alcohol
- Bottle 1<0.2%
- Bottle 2<0.5%
Structure, side by side
From our tastings. Each mark shows an assessed level, with the same scale for every bottle.
Sweetness
1FreNot assessed
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
Body
1FreNot assessed
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
Acidity
1FreNot assessed
2Thomson & ScottNot yet tasted
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The full comparison
6 fields match. Differences are marked.
| Field |
2 Thomson & Scott |
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|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Record Differs | Tasted | Research record |
| Score Differs | 78/100 |
Research record |
| Verdict | Dark cherry, mixed berries, and light spice lead a smooth, soft Cabernet with a juicy finish and subtle oak. | Research record |
| Flavor Differs | — | Research record |
| Sweetness Differs | — | Research record |
| Body Differs | — | Research record |
| Acidity Differs | — | Research record |
| Likeness | — | Research record |
| Category | Wine | Wine |
| Style | Cabernet Sauvignon | Syrah |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Alcohol level Differs | <0.2% | <0.5% |
| Production | Dealcoholized | Dealcoholized |
| Method | Spinning cone | Spinning cone |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | California, United States | Darling, South Africa |
| Price Differs | Under $20 | $30+ |
| Bottle size | 750 ml | 750 ml |
| Evidence | ||
| Verification | Producer documented | Producer documented |
| Sources | 3 sources | 3 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-19 |