Sine Qua Non Subir Eleven Confessions Vineyard Estate Syrah
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.7
Regularly Reviewed
2016
750 mL
WINE DESCRIPTION
Sine Qua Non Subir Eleven Confessions Vineyard Estate Syrah is a highly sought-after wine crafted by the esteemed producer Sine Qua Non, known for their iconic and limited-production wines. The wine hails from the acclaimed Eleven Confessions Vineyard Estate in Santa Barbara County, California. The vineyard features steep slopes, well-drained soils, and a cool coastal climate, ideal for producing complex and concentrated Syrah. The winemaking process is meticulous and precise, with hand-harvesting, small-batch fermentation, and extended barrel aging in French oak. The resulting wine showcases a powerful and opulent style, with layers of black fruit, spice, and smoked meat flavors, along with velvety tannins and a long, lingering finish. This Syrah is a true collector's item, cherished by wine connoisseurs for its unique and exceptional character, and represents the pinnacle of Sine Qua Non's winemaking prowess.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Sine Qua Non Subir Eleven Confessions Vineyard Estate Syrah is a bold and alluring Syrah with a vibrant and complex nose of blackberry, dark plum, graphite, and hints of white pepper.The palate is filled with juicy dark fruit flavors, complemented by notes of violet, anise, and clove. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of smoky oak. This is a beautifully balanced and complex Syrah that will continue to develop in the bottle.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2056
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Sine Qua Non
Region: Central Coast California
The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States.
The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.