Distenta I Grenache 2019 Sine Qua Non

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Sine Qua Non
Vintage	2019
Country	United States
Region	Napa Valley
Grape	Syrah/Shiraz, Grenache, Mourvedre, Viognier
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2023-2040
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Damaged wax capsule
Drinkable	2023-2040
Stock	0
Volume	1,5
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2023-2040
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (98)

The 2019 Grenache Distenta I is composed of 76% Grenache, 8% Mourvèdre, 9.3% Syrah, 4.3% Petite Sirah and 2.4% Viognier. The vineyard sources are 11% Cumulus Estate, 39% The Third Twin Estate, 32% Eleven Confessions Estate, 3% Molly Aida and 15% Bien Nacido vineyard. Around 43% whole cluster was performed, predominately on the Grenache. The small proportion of Viognier was co-fermented with red grapes, but interestingly, because it ripens earlier than the reds, the white berries were frozen and added to the reds at the time of fermentation. As an added bonus, these frozen grapes help to cool and, therefore, slow the fermentation. The wine was aged for around 23 months in 26.5% new French oak, 66.7% used oak and 6.8% concrete. It was bottled June 21, 2021.

BOW (8.75)