Fingers Crossed Brain Teaser Grenache 2023
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Origin
Country: USA
Region and Appellation: California
Product Description
Fingers Crossed represents a new chapter of cult winemaking, as Nikolas Krankl brings the artisanal precision of Sine Qua Non to his family’s estate. The Brain Teaser Grenache 2023 is "impeccably balanced," earning a near-perfect 99 points from Jeb Dunnuck, who notes it emphasizes "finesse and elegance as much as richness." This Grenache-dominant blend is aged in 38% new French oak, utilizing whole-cluster fermentation to achieve a "seamless, textured mouthfeel" and remarkable depth.
The wine reveals a vivid ruby hue followed by a "beautiful mix of red and black berries," peppery spice, and sappy spring flowers. Critics describe the profile as "ultra-fine," layered with rosemary and a "powerful and rich" intensity. It balances medium-to-full body with polished tannins and a lingering, fragrant finish. This limited-production bottling is a sophisticated, "truly brilliant" expression of California’s Central Coast, offering a flawless drinking experience that resonates with both power and grace.
Grapes, Sweetness & Size
- Grapes: Syrah, Graciano, Petite Sirah, Grenache, and Mourvedre
- Sweetness: Dry
- Size: 750mL
