2013 Sine Qua Non Female Grenache

Estate: Sine Qua Non
Region: Central Coast, California, United States of America
Vineyards: Eleven Confessions, The Third Twin, Bien Nacido and Cumulus Vineyards
IMG_57655.png

Tasting Note:June 12, 2018

Deep ruby red with garnet hue. Complex nose with layers of olives, anise, floral, twigs, brambles, strawberries and cherries. Rounded tannins (6.5/10) and medium to medium plus body. Well balance throughout. Love the texture on the palate with layers of strawberries, twigs, graphite, violets and herbs. Long and lingering finish.

Just got back from Napa and trying to do the #DateNightChallenge. First restaurant up is Black Salt in the Palisades neighborhood of Washington, DC. This 2013 is made up of 78% Grenache, 19% Syrah and 3% Mourvèdre with the majority of the fruit coming from the Eleven Confessions Vineyard. Aged for around 24 months in a mix of new and used French oak barrels.

Drink Dates:

2018 till 2029.

Rating:

96 points.

Price Point:

$$$$$ - Purchased at Black Salt in Washington, DC for $350.00. Average retail is around the same price at $347.00.

Sine Qua Non, Grenache, Red Wine, Female, Central Coast, California, United States of America, Cult WineGreg2013, Sine Qua Non, Manfred Krankl, Female, Grenache, Red Wine, Central Coast, California, United States of America, Black Salt Restaurant, Washington DC, 96 Points, $$$$$, June 2018, Cult Wine, Cult WinemakerComment