Sine Qua Non The Line Grenache 2008
Sine Qua Non The Line Grenache 2008 is a dry, full-bodied red from Syrah, Grenache, Viognier (California, United States), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with lamb, beef stew, roast vegetables, barbecue.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayuse Bionic Frog 2016 Cayuse · Walla Walla Valley | £484.00 | |||
| Sine Qua Non Next of Kyn 2016 Sine Qua Non · California | £456.00 | |||
| Torbreck Descendant Magnum 2006 Torbreck · South Australia | £285.00 | |||
| Hermitage Domaine La Chapelle Jaboulet 2011 Domaine de la Chapelle · Rhône | £194.00 |
Created in 1994 by Manfred and Elaine Krankl, Sine Qua Non is arguably the most famous of all the California cult wineries and is renowned for exceptionally limited quantities of red and white wines made from the classic Rhône Valley varieties. From the superb 2008 vintage, The Line is a blend of 87.5% Grenache, 11% Syrah and 1.5% Viognier sourced mostly from the estate Eleven Confessions and Cumulus vineyards, with a small portion from the highly acclaimed Bien Nacido Vineyard.