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Ray Vanderhoff

3453 wines • 76 followers • 41 following

Orin Swift

Palermo Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Another solid vintage of an old favorite. Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with some Merlot and Cabernet Franc blended in. Dark ruby color with purple highlights. Aromas of cooked black fruit, forest floor, rose petals, violets and wet soil. Flavors of black berry/currant/plum, tobacco, anise, huckleberry, mint and dark chocolate. Well balanced, herbal and savory long finish. Firm and chewy tannins. Medium-plus body. Fruit forward but well crafted. — 10 hours ago

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Tenute Capaldo

Goleto Greco di Tufo 2019

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Ray Vanderhoff

9.5

Another amazing vintage of this Southern Italian beauty! Light golden color. Aromas of ripe melon and apricot with hints of white flowers and fresh herbs. Flavors of golden melon, peach, ripe pears, hazelnuts, vanilla and sweet spices. Touch of saline on the long and luxurious finish. Medium body and texture. Impeccable balance, complexity and freshness. Bold and refreshing. Simply outstanding! Thank you Kase for selecting this beautiful wine. — 5 days ago

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Stolpman Vineyards

So Fresh Love You Bunches Central Coast Rosé Blend 2022

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Primarily Grenache with some Mourvèdre blended in. Light copper/orange color. Aromas of red berries, rose petals, white flowers and citrus fruit. Strawberry and peach fruit fills the palate along with hints of melon, cranberry, lemon/line and rhubarb. Long, crisp and somewhat tart and savory finish. Well balanced acidity and alcohol. Bone dry. Totally food friendly and refreshing! Delicious! — 8 days ago

Monsieur Touton Selection

Brut De Peche

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.4

Off Dry Sparkling. Light golden color. Loaded with peach and tropical fruit aromas and flavors. I thought I was drinking a Bellini. (Peach essence or nectar had to be added to this wine.) Very sweet. There was a note of freshness and the wine was quite crisp. Better for dessert if you ask me. My wife likes it. — 10 hours ago

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Duemani

Suisassi Toscana Syrah 2017

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Ray Vanderhoff

9.6

Unbelievable!! Dark ruby color with a slight garnet rim. Aromas of dark berry fruit, lavender/violets and mint. Bold black cherry/raspberry fruit flavors with notes of black licorice, tobacco and fresh herbs. Slight touch of black pepper on the long but extremely soft finish. Full bodied but superbly textured. Creamy tannins. So beautifully concentrated, bold and complex, but also full of finesse and elegance. Syrah to the Max!! Thank you so much Kase for sharing this incredible wine. — 5 days ago

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Pianirossi

Solus Maremma Toscana Montepulciano Sangiovese 2010

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Interesting blend of Sangiovese and Montepulciano. Dark ruby color with a garnet rim. Aromas of dark fruit, wet soil tobacco and leather. Flavors of dried cherries and blueberries, espresso, spices and dark chocolate. Touch of vanilla and smoke on the medium finish. Chewy tannins and a very “rustic quality.” Medium bodied just a bit past its peak. Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 5 days ago

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Villa Brici

Goriška Brda Sivi Pinot Pinot Grigio 2022

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Medium straw color. Aromas and flavors of apricot, green melon, pears, lemon, peaches, raw almonds, white flowers and minerals. Hint of saline on the long and persistent finish. Crisp acidity and pretty bold and expressive for a fresh Pinot Grigio. Medium-minus bodied but quite fruit forward and flavorful. Very refreshing. Outstanding QPR. Solid expression of the varietal. — 10 days ago

Serodes & Kovac

Vallée des Aigles Cazot Orange White Blend 2023

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.6

Interesting skin contact blend of Grenache Blanc, Macabeo, Grenche Gris and Muscat of Alexandria. Lovely copper/orange color. Aromas of tropical fruit, white flowers and herbs. Flavors of pineapple, mango, minerals, roasted nuts and those dusty herbs. A hint of vinegar/phenolic bitterness on the medium spicy finish. Chalky texture that dries the mouth. Crisp acidity. The vinegar note is a bit disappointing. Not sure if it’s a flaw or a result of the winemaking process. Better with food. — 2 days ago

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Aresca

Larossa Superiore Barbera d'Asti 2020

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Dark ruby color. Plentiful aromas of ripe red fruit, vanilla, rose petals and sweet spices. Even more noticeable fruit (Cherry, currants, raspberries, cranberries, blueberries) on the palate with additional flavors of chocolate, wild herbs and cloves. Pleasant vanilla/oak note on the medium-plus finish. Fruit forward but not over the top. Pretty well balanced. Great burger wine. Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 5 days ago

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Cloudy Bay

Marlborough Pinot Noir 2021

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Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Light ruby color with a garnet rim. Bright aromas of red berries, violets, rose petals, geraniums and forest floor. Ripe red cherry, strawberry, cranberry and boysenberry fruit flavors with additional notes of mushrooms, Earl Grey tea, sweet spices and dark chocolate. Pleasant hint of toasted oak on the long and linear finish. Well balanced with very fine tannins. Medium-plus body and nice density. Quite good. — 9 days ago

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