Ray Vanderhoff

8.5

Blend of Chardonnay (60%) and Pinot Noir (40%) Methode Ancestrale Pet Nat. Interesting Texas Orange color. Nose is extremely yeasty, earthy and very funky. Not much in the way of fruit aromas. (Maybe a hint of mango or guava.) Flavors of wet clay, blood orange zest, spent yeast and dried peach. Plenty of mineral notes on the medium finish. Exuberant bubbles (a quarter of the bottle jet out upon opening the crown cap) and a creamy mousse. Medium acidity. Way too funky and earthy for me. Cannot think of a food to adequately pair this wine with. Not CBW’s best effort. — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this Teroldego (90%) Syrah (10%) blend. Purple/ruby color with a dark core. Fragrant aromas of jammy black and blue fruit, dark cocoa and black pepper. Flavors of black berry/plum/raspberry fruit, blueberries, black licorice and fresh herbs. Long lasting and very earthy finish. Medium bodied and bright acidity. Slightly chewy (well integrated) tannins and relatively low (12.5%) alcohol. Nicely complex and well structured. Much riper tasting (probably warmer) vintage than in prior years. Such excellent quality for the price. Thanks for the taste, Chris B! — 7 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.5

Exceptional quality!! Blend is primarily Garganega that is rounded out with small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Trebbiano. Pale straw color. Plentiful aromas of tropical fruit, white flowers, wet slate and a light touch of smoke. Flavors of peach, cantaloupe, lemon zest and raw nuts. Beautiful volcanic mineral/saline thread on the long lasting and crisp finish. Medium bodied with a slightly waxy/mouth coating texture. Rich and savory. So hard to put down. Thanking Petey and Kase for selecting this beautiful Father’s Day wine. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Blend of Muscat Ottonel and Muscat d’Alsace. Light golden color. Very expressive nose of ripe tropical fruit, peach blossoms and ripe orchard fruit. Flavors of apricot, lime, blood orange, lychee and peach fruit along with notes of sweet spices and crisp minerality. Hint of spice on the long and tangy finish. Crisp acidity, bone dry, a silky texture and quite refreshing. Medium-minus body, nicely layered and well structured. Sooooo interesting. — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Refreshing Cru Beaujolais! Bright garnet color with some ruby highlights. Aromas of red fruit, moss, orange zest, graphite and wet stones. Muted flavors of red raspberry/currant/cherry/cranberry fruit, subtle baking spices and a mineral backbone. Long and lingering chalky finish. Somewhat hollow in the mid-palate. Extremely light bodied with zesty acidity and subtle powdery tannins. Earthy, well layered and refined. Solid but not spectacular summertime red. — 3 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Light golden color. Aromas of orchard fruit, citrus, white flowers and an intense petrol note. Bright flavors of green apple, lemon/lime, grapefruit and white peach. Hint of wet slate on the long finish. Vibrant acidity and nicely balanced. So fruit forward that bottle seemed just a touch flabby. Crisp and refreshing. Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 8 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

7.9

Bordeaux-style NJ red blend (probably Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon). Bright red color. Aromas and flavors of red and black cherry and plum fruit, vanilla and forest floor. A slight oaky green note and an odd flavor on the short finish. Very light bodied and also light on tannin and acidity. Not well balanced. Debbie’s 60th Birthday Party at the winery. — 10 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Valdobbiadene Prosecco. Cloudy white gold color. (Looked like a wheat beer). Aromas of orchard fruit, honeysuckle, and a pleasant yeasty quality. Flavors of crab apples, white peach, green pears and apples and a bit of lemon zest. Lovely saline/mineral note on the extensive finish. Mouth watering acidity, creamy mousse, and vibrant/extensive bubbles. Made in the Col Fondo style and completely unfiltered. Totally refreshing and quite the crowd pleaser. 11.5% ABV. Solid value, even in a restaurant. Enjoyed with the Soltis Family at Il Capricio in Whippany, NJ. — 2 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this FLX Dry Riesling. Light gold color. Aromas of orchard fruit, honeysuckle, citrus and wet stones. Flavors of green apples and pears, lemon/lime, white peach and a consistent note of wet slate. Long and crisp mineral laden finish with mouth watering acidity. Light bodied, refreshing and bone dry. Very well balanced and totally food friendly. — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.4

Blend of Corvina (54%), Rondinella (29%), Cabernet Sauvignon (14%) along with trace amounts of Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Merlot and Croatina. Dark and murky ruby color with black highlights. Fragrant aromas of red and black fruit, wild herbs and flowers, freshly turned soil and cocoa powder. Deep flavors of black berry/cherry fruit, pomegranate, tobacco, dark chocolate, black licorice and sweet spices. Lovely mineral backbone on the long, lingering and savory finish. Full bodied, rich, concentrated and plush due to the fact that this wine is produced in the appassimento style. Incredible balance. Tannins are soft and well integrated, and the acidity (though present) is in check. Outstanding! Thanking Kase and Pete for making Father’s Day 2026 very special by serving this gem. — 9 days ago