Reviews & Ratings

2008 Reininger Red Blends or Varietals "Mr. Owl's Red"

Winery: Reininger

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Mr. Owl's Red"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 88% Merlot, 7% Syrah, & 5% Sangiovese

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Walla Walla Valley

State or country: WA

Price: $32

Cases produced: 238

KWG Score: 91 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: May 2, 2013

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored red blend from Washington State opens with a pomegranate bouquet with a hint of oak and black cherry in the background. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, very smooth and juicy. The flavor profile is a very tasty mild chocolate and black raspberry blend with notes of oak, black pepper and a touch of blackberry and coffee. The finish is dry and drifts away nicely. This is an impressive wine that Reininger has built. I would really enjoy it with a filet mignon. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Named in honor of our esteemed Cellar Master, Raul, the 2008 Mr. Owl's Red is a delicious and lovingly crafted blend of our best fruit. Lighthearted in spirit but seriously manly, just like Raul. Aromas: Oak spice, red berries, red liqorice, smoke, soy sauce and cinnamon baked red apples. On the palate: Medium bodied with flavors of red berries, grilled steak and toast with chalky tannins.

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