About
Sine Qua Non is a cult California winery started by Manfred and Elaine Krankl with their 1994 Syrah 'Queen of Spades'. They focus on Rhône-style wines featuring Syrah and Grenache as stars, supported by Mourvèdre, Roussanne, Viognier, and experiments with Petit Manseng, Touriga Nacional, Graciano, and Petite Sirah. Renowned for distinctive, delicious, age-worthy wines with a global waiting list and loyal following.
Rhône-style wines (Syrah, Grenache)
Cult following with waiting list
Four vineyard sites
Non-Rhône experiments (Petit Manseng, Touriga Nacional, Graciano, Petite Sirah)
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What They Make
Queen of Spades
First Syrah from 1994 vintage
Syrah
Top Rhône variety
Grenache
Top Rhône variety
Awards
Multiple 100-point scores from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
2023
Numerous Gold Medals at International Wine Competitions
2023
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