Reviews & Ratings

2007 Reininger Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French) "Helix"

Winery: Reininger

Vintage: 2007

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Helix"

Wine Category: Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French)

Grape blend: 100% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Columbia Valley

State or country: WA

Price: $27

Cases produced: 653

KWG Score: 89.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: March 13, 2011

Wine Review: This opaque and dark purple colored Syrah opens with a pleasant mild black raspberry bouquet with a hint of red currant and oak. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, very well balanced, and smooth. The flavor profile is a gentle black raspberry with notes of cherry pie especially once it opened up. I also detected some traces of cinnamon and black currant as well. The finish is quite dry and lingers for quite some time. This wine is very food friendly and would pair well with a NY strip steak. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: This fresh, juicy red is a carnival for your senses with a veritable menagerie of delicious flavors! On the nose you will experience more berries than a midsummer farmers market, a hint of freshly spun cotton candy, orange peal and lavender. Enjoy the jammy and perfectly ripe flavors of blackberry and white pepper accompanied by a thick round mouthfeel and a loooong dark chocolate finish. - Justin Vajgert

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