2021 Sine Qua Non The Third Twin Graciano [V100][JD98]

Producer: Sine Qua Non   Region: Central Coast, California Blend: 87% Graciano, 10% Syrah, 3% Viognier Year: 2021  Vinous, 100 Points  "The 2021 Graciano is a total stunner.  What a wine.  Vibrant and dense, with stunning balance, the 2021 is spectacularly vivid from start to finish.  All the elements are so harmonious.  Inky dark red/purplish fruit, pomegranate, spice, blood orange and leather saturate the palate while salivating acids extend the finish.  I have tasted many magnificent wines with Elaine and Manfred Krankl over the years - their 2021 Graciano is, without question, one of the most memorable.  The bend is 87% Graciano, 10% Syrah and 3% Viognier, done with 48% stems and aged for around 33 months in French oak (36% new).  Don’t miss it!"  Jeb Dunnuck, 98 Points   "Inky hued, the 2021 Graciano checks in as 87% Graciano, 10% Syrah, and the balance Viognier that saw close to 50% stems (which is high for Manfred) and 33.5 months in 36% new French oak. It offers up a big, full