Wines

Sine Qua Non is one of the most famous cult wineries in the world and winemaker, Manfred Krankl, is celebrated for crafting tiny quantities of unique Rhône-inspired wines from exceptional vineyards across the Californian Central Coast. This is a remarkably rare 3-litre bottling of the 2004 release, Into the Dark. It is a blend of 84% Grenache, 8% Mourvedre, 7% Syrah and 1% Viognier sourced mostly from the estate-owned 11 Confessions Vineyard. It is incredibly richly fruited with layers of cassis, black raspberry and cherry, but offers delicious savoury counterpoints of dark chocolate, woodsmoke, star anise and graphite.

This 2004 vintage of Sine Qua Non 'Into the Dark' Grenache, presented in an imposing 300cl bottle, represents the pinnacle of Grenache expression. Cultivated in the exceptional Californian terroir and benefiting from the visionary winemaking of Manfred Krankl, this wine exhibits a balance of power and finesse, marked by its lush fruit profile, nuanced complexity, and harmonious integration of tannins. Features a powerful nose of red and black fruits, layered with spices, leather, and floral hints. On the palate, it offers a rich tapestry of flavors, including raspberry, black cherry, licorice, and hints of chocolate, leading to a long, opulent finish.

A collection notable for Rhône variety wines with a cult following, characterized by their rarity, unique labeling, and exceptional quality.

Sine Qua Non is a California winery known for its Rhône style blends, a tendency to avoid repetition, and highly limited production of wine that’s often difficult to obtain. It was founded by Manfred Krankl and his wife Elaine. The winery is located in Ventura County, within the Central Coast region of California.