Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Aromas of cherries, baking spices and purple flowers. Flavors of red cherries, baking spices, wet soil and tobacco. Medium length finish and crisp acidity. — 2 hours ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

100% Kisi (white grape native to the country of Georgia) grapes. Light straw color with a few green highlights. Aromas of stone fruit, white flowers and citrus zest. Flavors of peaches, lemon/lime, apricots and green apples. Prominent mineral note on the clean medium finish. Medium-minus acidity and light bodied. Smooth texture and complex. No sign of oak or qvevri (skin contact) aging. 12.5% ABV. Crisp, fresh and elegant. Wish this one had a bit more acidity. — 2 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

100% Cortese grape. Light straw gold color. Aromas of tropical, orchards and citrus fruit, wet gravel and white flowers. Flavors of green apples and pears, lemon zest, white peach, raw almonds and a prevalent mineral core. Slight bit of saline on the medium finish. Bright acidity and medium bodied. Lacking some complexity, freshness and texture. Slightly past its peak. Ordered at Frescos in Lincoln, RI. — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Light yellow color. Lifted aromas of citrus, tropical and orchard fruits l, fresh herbs and jalapeño peppers. Intense flavors of grapefruit, lemongrass, passion fruit, green apple, fresh herbs and ginger spice. Long and lingering salty finish. Intense eye opening acidity. Fruit forward and light bodied, yet extremely bold. You certainly will notice this wine. Just a bit overbearing for me. Tasted at Jordyn’s cancer benefit. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Dark garnet color with a ruby core. Aromas of red fruit, red and purple flowers, earth, oak and a bit of anise. Flavors of red cherries, mulberries and raspberries, red and black licorice, mushrooms, coffee and vanilla. Medium-plus length and bright acidity. Slightly creamy texture. Well structured and nicely balanced. Reasonable complexity. Solid. — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Produced with Estate Connecticut fruit. Light ruby color with garnet highlights. Aromas of red berries, sweet spices, leather and a slight funky note. Flavors of red cherry and cranberry fruit, sweet baking spices and tobacco. Hint of cedar on the medium earthy finish. Medium bodied and pretty well well balanced. Has a glass at the winery. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.3

Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon (83%) with some Merlot (11%), Cabernet Franc (5%) and Petite Verdot (1%) blended in. Dark ruby color. Aromas of black fruit, intense graphite and dried herbs and red/purple flowers. Flavors of black and red berries/currants/plums, dark cocoa, black licorice and woody herbs. Slight touch of vanilla on the long and expressive finish. Bright acidity and smooth tannins. Elegant, nicely structured and quite savory. Medium-plus body and well balanced. Well crafted and wonderful complexity. Best with a decant. Big hit at a business dinner. Enjoyed at Frescos in Lincoln, RI. — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

100% Sauvignon Blanc. Light golden color. Aromas of ripe orchard fruit, citrus, fresh herbs, wet stones and hay. Flavors of golden delicious apple, lemon, peach, and lychee fruit with additional notes of mint, honey and chalk. Abundant mineral notes on the and lingering finish. Mouth watering acidity. Beautifully balanced and quite complex. Crisp, vibrant and elegant. — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Much better vintage of this interesting Primativo Rose’ produced with small estate vineyard Lodi, CA fruit. Bright salmon/pink color with some copper highlights. Aromas of red berry fruit and pink flowers. Flavors of strawberry, peach, cantaloupe and passion fruit. Slight citrus note on the medium-plus finish. Beautiful texture. Crisp acidity and a lovely creamy/hefty texture. Vibrant and refreshing! Enjoyed at the winery. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Bright yellow color. Fragrant aromas of citrus fruit, orchard fruit, white flowers and wet stones. Flavors of lemon/lime, minerals and white pepper spice. Medium length, but very salty (in a good way) finish. Loads of acidity. Crisp, fresh and clean. Light bodied and refreshing. Simple and not overly complex. A nice complement to many kinds of food, or an excellent porch sipping option on a hot summer day. Great Sauvignon Blanc alternative and an outstanding value! — 8 days ago