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Sine Qua Non Syrah The Duel 2008
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Sine Qua Non
We love rarity, and Sine Qua Non is rare by design. For every vintage winemaker Manfred Krankl not only makes new wine, but designs a new label and bottle style. Each bottle is a work of art with a name that seems to capture its essence. Benchmark is proud to have one of the largest collections of Sine Qua Non in the country, ready to deliver at your request.
Summary
Sine Qua Non Syrah “The Duel” 2008 is a cult red wine from California's Central Coast, crafted from a blend of 88% Syrah, 6% Grenache, and 6% Viognier. It showcases the depth and richness characteristic of Rhône-style wines, sourced from esteemed vineyards like Eleven Confessions and aged extensively in new French oak. This full-bodied Syrah presents an impressive palette of flavors, including ripe blackberry and cassis, complemented by spices, cedar, and hints of tobacco and mint. Its vibrant acidity balances the wine's intensity, creating a fresh yet powerful experience. The complexity is further enhanced by floral notes and a savory finish, making it a remarkable choice for enthusiasts.
Tasting Notes
- WS94
- Pure, rich and deeply flavored, centered around ripe, restrained plum and blueberry flavors, with touches of spice, cedar, tobacco and crushed rock. Ends with a subtle, detailed aftertaste. Drink now through 2021.
- WA99
- A prodigious effort that possesses overflowing richness and depth, the 2008 Syrah The Duel (88% Syrah, 6% Grenache and 6% Viognier, all from the Eleven Confessions Vineyard) delivers an off-the-hook drinking experience with decadent cassis, blackberry, smoked meats, crushed flowers and hints of spice all soaring from the glass. A full-bodied, unctuous Syrah that stays fresh and elegant, with vibrant acidity, it needs a solid decant if drinking anytime soon and will see its 20th birthday in fine form. Drink now-2028.
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