Sine Qua Non Distenta III Grenache 2021 California

Cépages: 79% Grenache - 8.4% Syrah - 7.4% Mourvèdre - 3.2% Petite Sirah - 1.6% Petit Manseng - 0.4% Muscat

99 Points Jeb Dunnuck: Scheduled to be bottled relatively soon, the 2021 Grenache Distenta III (79% Grenache, 8% Syrah, 7% Mourvèdre, and the rest Petite Sirah and a splash of white varieties) offers a full-bodied, concentrated, yet pure and elegant profile as well as gorgeous aromatics of ripe darker cherries, blackberries, peppery herbs, violets, and assorted floral nuances. From a cooler year, it still brings beautiful depth and richness, silky tannins, and a great finish.
Barrel Sample: 97-99

99 Points Vinous: The 2021 Grenache Distenta III is one of the most refined wines I have tasted from Sine Qua Non. Floral aromatics make a strong first impression. There's plenty of SQN richness, but also less overt opulence than most vintages. I tasted this from a tank sample just prior to bottling. The 2021 is simply magnificent. I can't wait to taste it from bottle.
Barrel Sample: 96-99