Sine Qua Non 17th Nail in My Cranium 2005
Sine Qua Non 17th Nail in My Cranium 2005 is a dry, full-bodied red from Syrah, Viognier (California, United States), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are soft and acidity gentle; oak influence is little. Those scales describe the wine when young; this is a 21-year-old bottle and its tannin and oak will have softened. Good with lamb, beef stew, roast chicken, roast pork.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aubaguetes Alvaro Palacios 2016 Alvaro Palacios · Priorat | £1536.00 | |||
| Rumbo al Norte Comando G 2017 Comando G · Sierra de Gredos | £1365.00 | |||
| Sine Qua Non More Than A Number 2002 Sine Qua Non · California | £1200.00 | |||
| Sine Qua Non Stockholm Syndrome Grenache Magnum 2010 Sine Qua Non · California | £2292.00 |
Sine Qua Non 17th Nail in My Cranium is a highly regarded Syrah-based red blend from the 2005 vintage. This wine, like all other Sine Qua Non creations, is known for its exceptional quality and limited production. It is a blend of 96.5% Syrah and 3.5% Viognier which was aged 38 months prior to bottling. The wine has had ample time to develop and mature, revealing layers of depth and nuance that make it a truly unforgettable experience.