2018 Sine Qua Non Next of Kyn Numero Quatro Touriga Nacional [JD99][WA98][V98]

Producer: Sine Qua Non   
Region: Central Coast, California 
Blend: 76% Touriga Nacional, 6.2% Petite Sirah, 9.1% Syrah, 7.2% Grenache, 1.5% Roussanne 
Year: 2018 

Jeb Dunnuck, 99 Points 

"It’s a full-bodied, deep, rich monster of a wine that still stays balance and elegant, with a terrific perfume of blue fruits, violets, gravelly earth, and peppery spice. It has building tannins, but the balance is as good as it gets, and it has a finish that won’t quit." 

Wine Advocate, 98 Points 

"Featuring an opaque purple-black color, the nose opens like a rocket, soaring with plum preserves, blueberry pie, star anise and kirsch scents, followed by hints of tobacco leaf, cedar chest, dried lavender and menthol, plus a waft of dusty soil. The full-bodied palate is laden with black and red berry layers, supported by firm, grainy tannins and beautifully poised acidity, finishing with fantastic length and loads of red fruit and blossom sparks." 

Vinous, 98 Points 

"The 2018 Touriga Nacional – Número Quatro is sourced from Elaine and Manfred Krankl's estate vineyard in Oak View. It is a wine of tremendous character and personality. Sadly, production remains tiny, at just over 130 cases. Copious black cherry, plum, bittersweet chocolate, new leather, licorice and spice build in an deep, powerful wine that is loaded with personality." 

Alcohol: 15.9% 

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