Established in 1994 by winemaker Manfred Krankl and his wife Elaine, Sine Qua Non is a legendary California winery that has achieved cult status among wine connoisseurs worldwide. The Next of Kyn series is a special project within the winery`s portfolio, focusing on estate-grown wines from the Cumulus Vineyard in Oak View. The VIII edition is a blend composed of 38% Syrah, 33% Grenache, 16% Touriga Nacional, 7% Mourvèdre and 6% Petite Syrah, using 43% whole clusters. Expect notes of vanilla, clove, blackberries, white pepper, dried herbs and dark chocolate. Presented here in a large format.