2018 sine qua non, ziehharmonika syrah, central coast
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Why We're Buying
Ziehharmonika, which translates to "jukebox" in German, is another exquisite wine from Sine Qua Non. The magical blend containers 82 syrah with traces of five other grape varieties. The combination evokes notes of fresh cracked black pepper, baker's chocolate, dark fruits, and licorice. On average, investors pay $300 per bottle, which has earned a 100-point rating from wine critic Robert Parker in 2018.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Manfred Krankl did point out that the name of this wine is not definitely but probably going to be “Squeezebox.” There are still a bunch of hoops to jump through before the label is signed, sealed and delivered. He shared the artwork for the label with me, again probably final but not yet definite, but which I think fans of are going to love. Who knew Mr. K played the squeezebox? Barrel Sample: 98-100
Jeb Dunnuck
The 2018 Syrah Ziehharmonika (this was previously released as "Squeezebox") looks to be another magical wine in the making. This release comes mostly from the Third Twin and Eleven Confessions Vineyards yet has 6 from the Cumulus Vineyard around the estate in Oak View. The blend is 82 Syrah, 6.7 Mourvèdre, 5 Petite Sirah, and the rest Grenache, all still aging in 51 new French oak. A killer nose of blue fruits, white and black pepper, lots of spice, white flowers, and a touch of minerality gives way to a full-bodied, beautifully textured 2018 with good acidity, plenty of underlying tannins, and the purity of fruit and elegance that makes 2018 such a compelling vintage.