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Score 90/100 · Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, Feb 2011

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90
90/100

Average Score

89
89/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

90
90/100

Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider

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89 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 89/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

(14% alcohol) Medium red. Aromas of red fruits, bonfire, black cardamom, clove and smoky oak. Silky, lush and moderately sweet, with a distinct minerality firming the red fruit flavors and giving the wine a tangy quality. Finishes with substantial dusty, fine tannins and late notes of cola, clove and smoky oak.

About the producer

Sine Qua Non
Sine Qua Non

The brainchild of Manfred Krankl, Sine Qua Non (commonly known as SQN) is a cult California producer whose wines are avidly collected. The winery focuses on Rhône-inspired blends, however is famously non-conformist with each release totally unique.

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Pinot Noir

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Red

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Dry

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