{"product_id":"next-of-kyn-no-9-cumulus-vineyard-2015","title":"Next of Kyn - No~9 Cumulus Vineyard 2015","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"search-results-banner-read-more-box\" class=\"read-less\"\u003eNext of Kyn is the newest venture of Manfred and Elaine Krankl, the couple behind the cult winery Sine Qua Non, based on California’s Central Coast. The always innovative and envelope-pushing Krankls say they named their new label Next of Kyn because although related to SQN, it is nevertheless its own enterprise. They say they also hope that one day one of their five children will take over Next of Kyn, making it a part of the SQN family in the most fundamental way. Each vintage of Next of Kyn varies significantly in grape content, though each comes from grapes grown at the Krankls’ Cumulus Vineyards in Oak View, south of Santa Barbara. Cumulus is planted to Syrah, Grenache, Roussanne, Petite Manseng, Mourvedre, Petite Sirah and the Portuguese grape Touriga Nacional. Next of Kyn is available generally through mailing list only.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbutton id=\"search-results-banner-read-more-button\" name=\"search-rersults-button\" type=\"button\" class=\"btn-link\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"read-less\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"read-less\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOne of the most distinctive features of Sine Qua Non is that they rarely produce the same wine twice. While this might seem counterintuitive in an industry where consistency is highly valued, it's this uniqueness that sets Sine Qua Non apart.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"read-less\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"read-less\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCumulus stands as one of the most cherished vineyards of Sine Qua Non, tucked away in the lesser-known locale of Oak View, just south of Santa Barbara, where Manfred and Elaine reside and host their winery. Characterized by a relatively warm climate, it typically takes the lead as the first of their vineyards to undergo harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique vineyard comprises numerous small blocks, each embracing diverse vine training techniques. The initial block, dating back to 2004, is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Roussanne. In 2008, two additional blocks were planted, introducing the rare white grapes, Petite Manseng and the equally scarce Touriga Nacional. These blocks also accommodate a modest portion of Mourvèdre, Petite Sirah, and two more small Syrah selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout feature is one of these blocks, which follows a Côte-Rôtie-style training system. This particular section boasts a remarkably dense planting configuration, with an impressive 4,350 vines per acre. Notably, these vines are own-rooted, meaning they have not been grafted onto foreign rootstocks, adding to the vineyard's distinct character and the winery's commitment to uniqueness and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wine-review\"\u003e\"A wine that’s going to flirt with perfection in another handful of years, the 2015 No 9 Cumulus Vineyard checks in as a complex blend of 45% Syrah, 22% Grenache, 16.8% Mourvèdre, 10% Petite Sirah, 5% Touriga Nacional, and the rest Viognier that saw 42% stems and 34 months in 40% new French oak. Sensationally perfumed, with powerful notes of blackberries, graphite, crushed rocks, black pepper, and dark chocolate, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, multi-dimensional texture, and incredible purity of fruit. This beauty has everything – richness, acidity, density, tannins, and length. Give it a handful of years and it will keep for 10-15 years.\" - 98+, Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Composed of 45% Syrah, 22% Grenache, 16.8% Mourvèdre, 5% Touriga Nacional and 1.2% Viognier, the Next of Kin 2015 Cumulus Vineyard #9 was fermented using 42% whole clusters and the rest was destemmed. It was matured for 34 months in oak, 40% of which was new. Deep garnet-purple, the nose unabashedly struts its stuff, giving up flamboyant plum preserves, blackberry compote, Black Forest cake and star anise notes with hints of Sichuan pepper, forest floor, lavender, lilacs, Ceylon tea and smoked meats. Big, concentrated and full-bodied, this rockstar is a powerhouse of energy, supported by a rock solid, firm and super plush tannins and finely knit freshness, finishing very long. Tantalizingly delicious now, patience will be rewarded here. Given this wine’s structure and intensity, it should easily cellar for 30-40 years. 370 cases were made.\"                         -99 Points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wine-review\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer: \u003c\/strong\u003eNext of Kyn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry: \u003c\/strong\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e  California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e45% Syrah, 22% Grenache, 16.8% Mourvèdre, 5% Touriga Nacional, and 1.2% Viognier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation: \u003c\/strong\u003eCentral Coast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VinoNueva Fine \u0026 Rare Wine Miami","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46470498156680,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0349\/2239\/7832\/files\/Next_of_Kyn_-_No_9_Cumulus_Vineyard_2015.jpg?v=1788192315","url":"https:\/\/vinonueva.com\/products\/next-of-kyn-no-9-cumulus-vineyard-2015","provider":"VinoNueva Fine \u0026 Rare Wine Miami","version":"1.0","type":"link"}