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All Wines from Sans Liege
Inventory updated: Mon, May 12, 2025 04:02 PM cst
Our vintages of Sans Liege wine currently include: 2007, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2018
Flickinger Fine Wines' inventory of Sans Liege wine is listed below. We have an excellent and vast assortment of fine wines to choose from. If you do not see what you are looking for, give us a call and we can suggest another Sans Liege vintage or even another producer that we are sure you will enjoy.
| Producer |
Vint. |
Wine |
Price |
Qty |
Order |
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| Sans Liege |
2009 |
en Gedi Grenache  |
$45 |
1 |
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JD 94 (12/2011): One of the few Grenache based wines from California that can match the power and intensity of a top Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the brilliantly done and totally hedonistic 2009 Sans Liege Grenache En Gedi delivers bombastic and borderline over the top levels of sweet kirsch, licorice, incense, and spiced meat like characteristics that just come soaring from the glass. Full bodied, voluptuous, and sweetly fruited, yet with ripe underlying tannin and structure, as well as beautiful length and focus, this is a thrilling example of Grenache, yet not for those that shy away from large scaled, sweetly fruited wines. I'm a huge fan however and would drink bottles over the coming 4-6 years.
VM 90 (11/2012): Ruby-red. Deep, smoky, rather powerful aromas of red and dark berry compote, dried cherry and vanilla. Fleshy and sweet, displaying an exotic array of red and dark fruit and floral scents underscored by anise and espresso. The plump, expansive finish is long, appealingly sweet and gently tannic. Josh Raynolds.
WA 88 (8/2012): Another standout, the 2009 En Gedi (Grenache) is bigger and riper in style than the Offering. It shows good intensity in its fruit but the oak tannins appear to dry out the finish, which is surprising considering the vast majority of the barrels are seasoned. Hints of tobacco, anise and spices are layered into the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. |
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2009 |
en Gedi Grenache (1.5 L) |
$90 |
3 |
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JD 94 (12/2011): One of the few Grenache based wines from California that can match the power and intensity of a top Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the brilliantly done and totally hedonistic 2009 Sans Liege Grenache En Gedi delivers bombastic and borderline over the top levels of sweet kirsch, licorice, incense, and spiced meat like characteristics that just come soaring from the glass. Full bodied, voluptuous, and sweetly fruited, yet with ripe underlying tannin and structure, as well as beautiful length and focus, this is a thrilling example of Grenache, yet not for those that shy away from large scaled, sweetly fruited wines. I'm a huge fan however and would drink bottles over the coming 4-6 years.
VM 90 (11/2012): Ruby-red. Deep, smoky, rather powerful aromas of red and dark berry compote, dried cherry and vanilla. Fleshy and sweet, displaying an exotic array of red and dark fruit and floral scents underscored by anise and espresso. The plump, expansive finish is long, appealingly sweet and gently tannic. Josh Raynolds.
WA 88 (8/2012): Another standout, the 2009 En Gedi (Grenache) is bigger and riper in style than the Offering. It shows good intensity in its fruit but the oak tannins appear to dry out the finish, which is surprising considering the vast majority of the barrels are seasoned. Hints of tobacco, anise and spices are layered into the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. |
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2010 |
en Gedi Grenache |
$45 |
1 |
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VM 92 (11/2013): Vivid ruby. Heady aromas of raspberry compote, cherry, cola and licorice, with a spicy topnote. Spicy, floral aromas of black raspberry and cherry, with a peppery overtone. Broad and fleshy on the palate, offering subtly sweet red fruit flavors that become spicier with air. Rich but surprisingly lively grenache with excellent finishing clarity and a hint of supple tannins. This broad-shouldered wine checks in at 15.9% alcohol but doesn't come off as hot. Josh Raynolds.
WA 91 (8/2013): Pulling no punches, the 2010 En Gedi (all Grenache and aged 22 months in 7% new French oak) is ripe and decadent, with notions of black cherry liqueur, new leather, licorice, scorched earth and spice. Possessing no hard edges, lots of tannin and a blockbuster, heady finish, it’s hard to resist and despite all of the fruit and texture, remains lively and beautifully drinkable. I don’t think it will make old bones but 7-8 years of ultimate longevity sounds about right. Drink now-2018. |
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2011 |
en Gedi Grenache |
$45 |
1 |
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VM 91 (12/2014): Brilliant ruby-red. Fresh red berries and cherry on the fragrant nose, complicated by notes of candied rose and blood orange. Bright, sharply focused strawberry and raspberry flavors give way to a deeper bitter cherry quality in the mid-palate, with peppery spice adding cut. Finishes gently sweet and floral, with silky tannins folding smoothly into the wine's lively fruit. Josh Raynolds.
WA 91 (8/2014): Kicking off the reds, the 2011 Grenache En Gedi incorporates a splash of Syrah (3%) and was aged in a combination of new and used barrels and puncheons. Loaded with kirsch, dried earth, ground herbs and spice, it's full-bodied, rich, chewy and decadent, with a heady finish. It's another hard to resist effort that should be consumed over the coming 2-4 years or so. |
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2012 |
en Gedi Grenache |
$45 |
1 |
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| WA 92 (8/2015): The 100% Grenache 2012 Grenache en Gedi Santa Barbara Highlands spent 22 months in mostly neutral punchons and barrels, with only 7% being new. It offers lots of savoriness in its dried herbs, spice-box, licorice and black raspberry/blackberry-scented bouquet. This leads to a big, ripe, textured and character-filled red that has a big mid-palate and that firm, 2012 edge to its tannin. It's well worth checking out and has lots to love. Drink between 2015-2020. |
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2013 |
en Gedi Grenache |
$45 |
1 |
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2007 |
Pickpocket Grenache |
$40 |
5 |
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| WA 89 (8/2010): The 2007 Grenache Pickpocket tips the scales at 16.2% natural alcohol, which is not unusual for this varietal. Jammy strawberry and cherry notes are presented in an uncomplicated, but hedonistic, velvety, plump, lush style. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. |
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2010 |
Pickpocket Grenache |
$40 |
5 |
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VM 91 (11/2013): Inky ruby. Ripe cherry, licorice and lavender on the highly perfumed nose. Silky and sweet, offering juicy red fruit flavors and a sexy floral pastille quality. Silky tannins give shape to the impressively persistent finish, which echoes the floral and cherry notes. Josh Raynolds.
WA 91 (8/2013): Playing in the same ballpark, yet more restrained and tight at the moment, with a darker fruit profile than the En Gedi, the 2010 Pickpocket (100% Grenache) has loads of darker berry and cherry fruit, licorice, leather, crushed flowers and underbrush as well as a full-bodied, voluptuous palate that stays light and fresh. There’s ample ripe tannin adding focus on the finish and it should benefit from another year or two of bottle age and drink well through 2018 or so. Drink 2014-2018. |
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2010 |
The Adversary Mourvedre Very Lightly Scuffed Label |
$35 |
2 |
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| VM 91+ (11/2013): Opaque ruby. Deeply pitched cherry, cassis and licorice aromas, with a subtle herbal nuance adding complexity. Chewy, penetrating dark fruit and bitter cherry flavors are sweetened by a subtle vanilla quality and pick up smokiness with air. Closes with firm, chewy tannins and excellent length. Shows a suave blend of New World fruit power and Old World structure, which bodes well for cellaring. Josh Raynolds. |
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2010 |
The Offering Proprietary Blend |
$29 |
4 |
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VM 90 (11/2013): Inky ruby. Potent red and dark berry preserve aromas are complicated by notes of licorice and woodsmoke. Plush, palate-coating black raspberry and boysenberry flavors show very good depth and pick up a licorice nuance with air. Finishes smooth and appealingly sweet, with soft tannins and a late jolt of cracked pepper. This big boy clocks in at 15.5% alcohol, for those who are keeping score. Josh Raynolds.
WA 90 (8/2013): Moving on to the reds and a blend of 48% Grenache, 29% Syrah, 21% Mourvedre and 2% Viognier, the 2010 The Offering dishes out loads of blackberry, kirsch, licorice, pepper and hints of chocolate in a full-bodied, voluptuously styled package. It’s an outstanding, full-flavored effort to drink through 2016. Drink now-2016. |
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2018 |
The Offering Proprietary Blend (1.5 L) |
$49 |
10 |
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| JD 90 (8/2020): Based on 39% Grenache, 36% Syrah, and 25% Mourvèdre, the 2018 Offering sports a deep ruby color as well as lots of pretty blackberry, blueberry, peppery herbs, and subtle meaty aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, with plenty of fruit, good acidity, and a clean finish, this solid Rhône-like blend will keep for 4-6 years. Drink between 2020-2026. |
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