Reviews & Ratings

2003 Reininger Red Blends or Varietals "Helix Pomatia"

Winery: Reininger

Vintage: 2003

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Helix Pomatia"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 16% Syrah, & 7% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Columbia Valley

State or country: WA

Price: $20

Cases produced: 2,207

KWG Score: 88 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89.99-87)

Review date: May 21, 2007

Wine Review: Here is a tip, buy this wine by the case. This wine opens with a bouquet the expresses a touch of cedar and some clove aromas. On the palate, the wine is juicy and full of flavor. The wine is round and very easy to drink. You could really quaff this tasty wine. The finish is pleasant, a touch dry, but relatively short. Enjoy this crowd pleaser over the summer. - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Subtle richness and intensity of fruit suggesting a loftier pedigree, accompanied by an incredible soft mouth feel, define this as a non-pretentious, kick-back wine of casual elegance. Black cherry, raspberry, a splash of pomegranate, unpicked mint, a hint of cedar, a whiff of roasted coffee stirred with a pinch of cocoa; ingredients for a comfortable evening.

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