Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Primarily Tempranillo with small amounts of Abillo Mayor and Garnacha blended in. Vibrant ruby/purple color. Aromas of ripe black fruit, wet soil, crushed rocks and baking spices. Flavors of plush black berries and plums, dark chocolate, coffee, fresh herbs, cloves and nutmeg. Nice touch of sweet vanilla on the long and grippy finish. Full bodied, well structured and rich. Tannins have smoothed but there still is a bit of grip. A fruit forward easy drinker. Excellent quality for the price. Appreciate you sharing this wine with me, Kase. — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Primarily Chenin Blanc with small amounts of Semillon and Grenache Blanc blended in. Light golden color. Expensive aromas of stone fruit, white flowers, flint and honey. Flavors of cooked peaches, ripe apples, tangerine and a subtle mineral backbone. A touch of honey on the long and lingering finish. Slightly creamy/silky texture. (Lees aging?) Vibrant and zesty acidity. Rich and round with a great mouthfeel. Consistently solid vintage after vintage. Appreciate you adding this one to the tasting lineup, Chris B. I need to drink more Chenin. — 6 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. — 8 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

CDP blend of Grenache (80%), Syrah (6%) and Mourvèdre (4%) with the balance made up of small amounts of other permitted varietals. Dark ruby color with a slight garnet rim. Aromas of roasted meat, garrigue, graphite, leather and ripe dark fruit. Flavors of tobacco, black olives, black cherry/currant/plum fruit, black tea and a hint of beef jerky. Notes of black pepper, iron and earthy spices on the long and lingering finish. Bold and muscular texture. Extremely savory and rustic. Fruit is definitely in the background at this stage. A complex old school Chateauneuf. Appreciate you sharing this one, Petey! — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Medium ruby color. Aromas of blue and black fruit, wet soil and anise. Flavors of blackberries, blueberries, black licorice and a hint of black pepper spice. Long and persistent finish and a soft texture. Silky tannins and rounded structure. Lacking complexity and intensity but a reasonable choice. Appreciate you opening this one, Chris B. — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Blend of Tempranillo (80%) with some Graciano (13%) and Garnacha (7%) blended in. Dark ruby/black color. Aromas of ripe and dried black fruit, baking spices and eucalyptus. Flavors of overripe black plums and currants with a noticeable prune flavor. Additional notes of dark chocolate, black licorice and nutmeg. Hint of pepper spice on the medium length finish. Soft tannins and boldly structured. Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage. Bright lemon yellow color. Aromas of orchard fruit, wild flowers and ginger spice. Flavors of peach, green apple, grapefruit, gooseberries and a bit of mineral. Distinctive and pleasant saline note on the medium/plus finish. Crisp acidity and well balanced. Well rounded texture. I thought I may have waited a bit too long to open this wine, but was pleased with how fresh and vibrant it was. Consistently high quality from an excellent producer. — 3 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Another solid vintage. Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with some Sangiovese blended in. Dark ruby/purple color. Aromas of ripe black fruit, wet soil, smoke and wild herbs. Flavors of black berry/current fruit, tobacco, baker’s chocolate, balsamic vinegar and some black pepper spice. Hint of menthol on the long finish. Dusty tannins and full bodied. Bold structure and loads of tension. Quite complex and powerful. Enjoyed at Dominick’s in Newton, NJ. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

75% Sangiovese with the balance a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Aromas of cherries, baking spices and purple flowers. Flavors of red cherries, baking spices, red plums, wet soil and tobacco. Medium length (slightly oaky) finish and medium-plus acidity and body. Chewy tannins. Young, but more than reasonable. Thanks for sharing, Matt A! — 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. — 8 days ago