Sine Qua Non Distenta III White 2021

The Sine Qua Non 'Distenta III' White Wine is a standout in a series of excellent years. The mild and even climate contributes to wines that are exciting, harmonious, radiant, and expressive without being over-the-top. The consistently mild weather, with little precipitation, allows the grapes to develop beautifully. The cuvée is composed of 33% Chardonnay, 27% Viognier, 24% Gelber Muskateller, 12% Roussanne, and 4% Petit Manseng. While the blend might seem unconventional, it is meticulously crafted through extensive tastings and trials. All the fruit is pressed and the juice goes straight into barrels for fermentation without settling. 53% of these barrels are brand new, with many being larger format, which results in a subtler oak influence. The fruit is sourced entirely from the estate vineyards: 78.8% from Eleven Confessions, 13% from The Third Twin, and 8.2% from Cumulus. The wine is kept in barrel and on the original lees for approximately 23 months, a practice that has proven beneficial for their whites.