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Helix by Reininger 2005 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))

Price $30

A beautiful evocation of Washington fruit, it has concentration, balance and structure, and the clean berry/cherry fruit is amplified by polished tannins, bright acids and light splashes of peppery spice. This is one of the finest pure Washington Merlots to be released in many years. — P.G. (12/1/2008)

Helix by Reininger 2006 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA))

Price $30

Yummy is the first word that comes to mind, followed by sounds of lip smacking. It’s a rich bundle of extracted cherry and raspberry fruit, driven deep with juicy acidity, and bound with ripe tannins. The penetration and vivid tartness are remarkable, and supremely satisfying. — P.G. (11/1/2010)

Helix by Reininger 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA))

Price $27

Smooth and supple, this Helix Syrah is consistent with past efforts. There’s more than a trace of herb and earth, plenty of acid and some tannins with more than a hint of compost and green tea. But for all that earthiness the wine has grip and concentration, with fruit that seems natural and honest. Don’t look for jam or sweet preserves; this is more to the gamy… — P.G. (5/1/2009)

Helix by Reininger 2005 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $27

This 100% Syrah bottling comes through with outstanding concentration, depth and detail for its price. Green tea, wet hay, forest floor, earth and herb dominate, but the fruit is right behind, ripe and firm, a taut mix of berry and cassis. It’s got excellent length and a wonderfully focused midpalate; a joy to drink. — P.G. (7/1/2008)

Helix by Reininger 2005 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $22

This is a welcome return for this value Merlot after the 2004 vintage was skipped. The smooth and chocolaty flavors that consumers love are there, but they have been pulled back, letting more of the cherry fruit and subtle accents of forest floor, fungus and earth show through. It’s textural, complex and thoroughly enjoyable. — P.G. (8/1/2008)

Helix by Reininger 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA))

Price $27

This captures the gamy, herbal, earthy complexity of Washington Syrah, but mutes it somewhat behind a wall of raspberry fruit. Not a bad combo by any means! This one carries some stemmy flavors into the finish. Just enough to put a hard edge on it. — P.G. (11/1/2010)

Helix by Reininger 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA))

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Price $22

Sleek and elegant, it shows itself slowly. Scents of raw beef, wild berries and white pepper open it up, and the tart and precise fruit seems to drill down rather than across the palate. It’s not quite as big as the Helix Merlot, but more muscular and structured. — P.G. (8/1/2008)

Helix by Reininger 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA))

Price $25

Smooth and fruity, this forward and pleasing effort pushes berries and lightly candied red fruits to the front of the palate, adding some hot cinnamon spice to the middle. It’s vibrant and charming, but with more depth than most Merlots done in this style. A hint of green tea slips into the tannins. — P.G. (11/1/2010)

Prominent Designations

Pomatia Pomatia Red Wine Stillwater Creek Vineyard

Most Reviewed Varietals [All]

Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Red Blend Sangiovese Shiraz/Syrah

Most Reviewed Regions

Columbia Valley (WA)

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