1999 Sine Qua Non "XL" California Rosé (375ml)

SQN's rosé style is darker and more full-bodied than a typical rosé, and it also carries a longer drinking window. Of Sine Qua Non, Robert Parker writes: "...I am beginning to understand why they are so much greater than just about every other Syrah or Grenache-based wine in California. In short, it is talent and incredibly meticulous hard work. No one works as hard or is as maniacal about a vineyard’s viticulture and winemaking as Manfred Krankl. Take that, add in exceptional talent, humility, top-notch vineyards, and I believe I understand the fundamentals of why these wines are so special." (08/2007)