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Ray Vanderhoff

3900 wines • 80 followers • 45 following

Quinta de Cabriz

Colheita Seleccionada Dão Touriga Nacional - Alfrocheiro Rosé Blend 2024

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Blend of Touriga National (50%) and Alfrocheiro (50%). Light pink color with some orange highlights. Aromas of red berries, citrus and rose petals. Flavors of strawberry, red cherry, currant and raspberry fruit, lemon/lime, grapefruit and minerals. Medium finish and crisp acidity. Medium bodied and a bit of heft (more than expected). Can stand up to some heartier/intense food. Thanks for the taste, Chris B! — 16 hours ago

Ruffino

Orviéto Classico Trebbiano Toscano Grechetto 2024

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Another solid vintage of this Umbrian blend of Trebbiano (locally called Procanico), Grechetto and Canaiolo Bianco. Light white gold color. Aromas of orchard fruit, white flowers and some fresh herbs. Flavors of green apples and pears, white peach and raw almonds. Medium length and brisk acidity with a subtle mineral note. Fruit forward, crisp and refreshing. Just a hint of RS. Thank you for sharing after the baptism, Chris B! — 5 days ago

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The Calling Wines

Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2023

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Medium golden color. Aromas of orchard and tropical fruit, fresh herbs and a bit of vanilla. Flavors of ripe pears and apples, lemon zest, pineapple, peaches and a hint of butterscotch. Light mineral and oaky notes on the long lasting finish. Slightly creamy texture which is nicely balanced by crisp acidity. Clean and lively. Thank you for sharing this one, Ron B! — 6 days ago

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Phelps Creek Vineyards

Underwood Mountain Vineyards Riesling 2023

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Single Vineyard (high elevation) Washington Riesling from the Columbia Gorge. Intense aromas of petrol, green orchard fruit and white flowers. Flavors of green apple/pear/melon fruit, lemon candy, candied ginger and minerals. A bit of RS on the long finish which is fairly well balanced by brisk acidity. A bit fruit forward. Best served chilled. Reasonable. — 3 days ago

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Performance

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Dark ruby/purple color. Aromas of ripe blue and black fruit, forest floor, leather and tobacco. Flavors of cooked black cherry/plum/currant fruit, blueberries, coffee and a bit of milk chocolate. Noticeable vanilla flavor on the slightly oaky finish. Extremely fruit forward and lush. Full bodied with very smooth mouth drying tannins and reasonable acidity levels. Smooth texture, bold and very dense. Appreciate you sharing, James W! — 5 days ago

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Rockpile Winery (Mauritson)

Westphall Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel 2016

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Dark ruby color with a few purple highlights. Aromas of ripe black fruit, purple flowers and smoky/flinty oak. Flavors of black cherry/raspberry/plum fruit, coffee, vanilla and baking spices. Nice black pepper note on the long and lingering finish. Full bodied and lush. Medium acidity and pretty complex. Just a bit past its prime. Thanks for sharing, Ron B! — 6 days ago

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Disznókő

1413 Édes Szamorodni Tokaji Furmint Blend 2021

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.3

100% Furmint. Honey gold color. Aromas of tropical and orchard fruit, white flowers and a touch of petrol. Flavors of passion fruit, apricot, tangerine, lemon, baked apple and raw almonds. Slight honey/baking spice note on the long and mouth coating finish. Extremely crisp acidity and creamy/rich texture. Well balanced, viscous and elegant. Outstanding value, especially considering this wine comes in a 750ml bottle. Thank you so much for letting taste this one, Kase! — 6 days ago

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Saracco

Moscato d'Asti 2025

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Another solid vintage of this guilty pleasure wine. Pronounced aromas of white flowers, ripe orchard and tropical fruit as well as some citrus. Flavors of nectarines, peaches, apricots, pineapple and fresh herbs. Medium finish and crisp acidity. Light bodied, creamy mousse and light frizzante bubbles. A bit more RS in this vintage, which is well balanced by all that acidity. Well crafted and low (6%) ABV. What can I say? My wife will drink this with me. Nice dessert option on a hot Summer Day. Thanks for sharing, Young Chris. — 5 days ago

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BenMarco

Sin Limites Organico Valle de Uco Malbec 2020

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

100% Organic. Dark ruby/purple color. Aromas of red and black berry fruit, forest floor, graphite and dried flowers.. Flavors of dried blackberry, cherry plums, cranberry and fresh herbs. Medium-plus finish and slightly chewy tannins. No sign of oak aging. Vibrant acidity and nice purity. No over the top fruit bomb here. Clean bright and slightly reductive. Interesting laid back take on the varietal. Thanks for the gift, Kase. — 5 days ago

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Franco Amoroso

Barbera d'Alba 2024

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Murky ruby color. Aromas of red and black fruit, wet soil and light spice. Flavors of red and black cherries and plums, truffles, tobacco, savory spices and mint. Extremely earthy medium-plus finish and medium acidity. A bit closed/restrained and slightly out of balance. (Medium acidity) Thanks for the taste, Ron B! — 6 days ago

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