2020 Sine Qua Non Distenta II White Wine [JD99][WA98][V95]

Producer: Sine Qua Non  Region: Central Coast, CaliforniaBlend: 32% Roussanne, 26% Viognier, 25% Chardonnay, 12% Gelber Muskateller, 5% Petit Manseng Year: 2020  Jeb Dunnuck, 99 Points  "I know the reds get all of the attention here, but the whites are absolutely at the same level, and I don't know anyone doing white blends like this at the same level. A blend of 32% Roussanne, 26% Viognier, 25% Chardonnay, and the rest Gelber Muskateller and Petit Manseng, from Eleven Confessions, Third Twin, Cumulus, and Bien Nacido, it spent 23 months in 45% new French oak. Incredible aromatics of buttered apricots, acacia flowers, orange blossom, brioche, and caramelized pineapple all define this youthful, primordial white that's full-bodied, has a pure, layered mouthfeel, beautiful freshness, and a great finish. I'd put this up with some of the finest whites yet from this estate."  Wine Advocate, 98 Points  "The 2020 White Wine Distenta II could be a polarizing wine due to its unique style, intens