Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Traditional Bordeaux-Style blend. Very dark ruby color with slight hints of purple. Savory aromas of earth, baking spices herbs and black cherries. Ripe plum and black cherry flavors with additional hints of baking spices, tobacco and dried herbs. Pleasant creamy vanilla oak note on the long finish. Dusty tannins and well balanced. Opulent, complex and still quite fresh for a ten year old wine. — 3 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.4

Medium ruby color. Aromas of mushrooms, forest floor, black cherries and wildflowers. Leaning toward dried blackberry fruit on the palate with additional notes of black cherry, balsamic vinegar, black pepper and dried herbs. Wonderful salty/earthy note on the long and lingering finish. So complex and lively. Medium bodied and well layered. Chalky tannins. Big 15% alcohol content but who cares? Outstanding vintage from an outstanding producer. Thanks for sharing, Keith S! — 12 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Aromas of leather, wet soil, black cherry and menthol. The lush palate features red and black cherry and strawberry fruit with hints of orange zest, black olives, balsamic vinegar and baking spices. A bit of vanilla on the long and lingering finish. Well structured tannins and abundant acidity. Solid. — 15 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Pale pink color with orange highlights. Aromas and flavors of unripe peach, wild strawberries, raspberries, red flowers, rhubarb, blood orange, honey and red currants. Pleasant earthy/mineral component on the long finish. Fresh acidity and round mouthfeel. Best when chilled. — 15 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Dark ruby color with purple highlights. Aromas of blackberry, tar, forest floor and black licorice. Flavors of dark plum, blackberry, dark chocolate, baking spices and black cherry. Long velvety finish, balanced acidity and smooth tannins. Fruit forward and bombastic, but also nicely textured and somewhat savory. Excellent value. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this consistently good wine. Primarily Verdejo with small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay blended in. Deep straw gold color. Aromas of green apple, citrus and white flowers. The palate features green apple,grapefruit, lychee and lemon with additional notes of fresh herbs and fennel seeds. Nice mouth cleansing finish. Ripping acidity and well balanced. Medium-plus body. Thanks for the taste, Chris B! — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Grenache based CDP that has some Syrah and Mourvèdre blended in. Dark ruby color with bright garnet highlights. Aromas of red cherry, raspberry and violets. Red berry fruit driven palate also includes notes of red licorice, baking spices and hint of asphalt. Lovely long earthy finish. Brisk acidity, dry and slightly chewy tannins. Very well integrated where the fruit and savory components are harmonious. Appreciate you serving this one, Keith S! — 12 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Toasting the new (and former) President’s recent Election Victory. Deep ruby color with purple highlights. Aromas of black plum/currant/raspberry fruit with a touch of leather and smoke. Same fruits on the palate with touches of black pepper and dark chocolate. Medium finish that is a bit oaky and slightly bitter. A bit thin from a textural, tannin and mouthfeel perspective. Reasonable vintage. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.4

Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (77%) with the balance being a blend of Petite Verdot (12%), Malbec (8%) and Merlot (3%). Aromas of blueberries, kirsch, violets, forest floor and cedar wood. Well integrated flavors of blackberry, blueberry, black cherry, chocolate, tobacco, and graphite. Beautiful notes of vanilla, wild herbs and clay on the long and earthy finish. Amazing complexity and balance! Medium-plus bodied. Beautiful creamy texture and velvety tannins. So good for being so young. Looking forward to trying this wine again in a few years. Thank you so much for sharing this one, Keith S! — 12 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Dark garnet color with a ruby core. Aromas of red cherries, fresh herbs, tomato leaf, asphalt and violets. Red cherry and pomegranate fruit on the palate along with notes of black licorice and fennel seed. Hint of smoky chocolate on the finish. Smooth tannins and plentiful acidity. Good length and well structured. — 15 days ago