Sine Qua Non Distenta Syrah 2020
Sine Qua Non Distenta Syrah 2020 is a dry, full-bodied red from Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre (California, United States), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity moderate; oak influence is noticeable. Good with lamb, beef stew, roast vegetables, barbecue.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayuse Bionic Frog 2012 Cayuse · Walla Walla Valley | £416.00 | |||
| Cote Rotie La Landonne Guigal 2006 E. Guigal · Rhône | £399.00 | |||
| Cote Rotie La Landonne Guigal 2010 E. Guigal · Rhône | £484.00 | |||
| Sine Qua Non Capo dei Putti Syrah 2014 Sine Qua Non · California | £513.00 |
Sine Qua Non is a cult winery in California that is known for its wines made from blends of Rhône grape varietals. The winery is located in Ventura County and was founded in 1993 by Austrian-born winemaker Manfred Krankl. The name of the winery, Sine Qua Non, is a Latin phrase that can be translated as ‘absolutely indispensable’. The 2020 Syrah Distenta is a full-bodied, concentrated and remarkably balanced wine based on 83% Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre, Petite Sirah, Muscat, and Petit Manseng making up the rest of the blend. The wine was fermented with 16% whole clusters and matured for 23 months in 66% new French oak.