Red Flyer 2003
Region: California
Winery: Hahn Estates
Variety: Red Rhone Blend

It's made from syrah, mourvedre, grenache and carignane (percentages unknown). Notwithstanding the hokey UFO marketing, this wine comes on strong like a good Rhone blend ought to. Strong smoky berry aroma and when it first hits the tongue it feels rich and semi-full. Unfortunately, it crash lands soon afterwards with a finish so weak and thin that your mouth forgets what was in it - maybe it's some kind of alien brain wipe but by the time I was done swallowing I couldn't remember what it was that impressed me about the first taste. It's drinkable, especially at the price, but I'd rather drink something more substantial.

Posted by erwindink on February 28th, 2007 at 7:29pm | report comment