The 2002 Sine Qua Non Grenache "More Than A Number" is a highly acclaimed red wine from California, with the 2002 vintage being exceptionally good for the region. This particular bottling is primarily Grenache (80%) with 20% Syrah, sourced from vineyards like Alban, Stolpman, and Shadow Canyon. It spent 19 months in wood and was bottled without fining or filtration, with a very limited production of only 110 cases. 【Considered one of California's finest Grenache-based wines】. Tasting notes describe a dense purple color and a spectacular bouquet of licorice, kirsch liqueur, black currants, earth, and smoky toast. On the palate, it's fat, plush, ripe, and sexy, coating the palate with blue-tinged fruit, blackberry, cherry, and licorice notes. Other descriptions include ripe red berries, tar, floral notes, a hint of vanilla, home-baked raspberry tart, cranberry, ripe red cherry, and a long, smooth cigar tobacco finish. Robert Parker rated it 96 points, suggesting a drinking window from 2004 to 2014, while Jeff Leve gave it 94 points, noting it was drinking at a great place in 2007. Some recent notes from 2021 and 2023 suggest it's still enjoyable but might be at the end of its peak fruit window, with elegance and good acidity. Food pairing suggestions include lamb. Given its rich and intense profile, it would also complement grilled sirloin, roasted meats, or hearty stews. This wine is ideal for a special occasion dinner, a serious wine collector's tasting, or as a centerpiece for a gourmet meal. Its rarity and critical acclaim make it a significant addition to any memorable event.