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Ray Vanderhoff

2686 wines • 69 followers • 39 following

Tsiakkas Winery

Xynistéri 2021

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Bright straw color. Aromas and flavors green apple, grapefruit, quince and briny green olives. A bit of a mineral component on the pretty tart finish. Bright with very crisp acidity. Quite interesting and unique. — 3 days ago

Bodega Catena Zapata

Ten Centuries of Life, Death and Rebirth Malbec Argentino 2020

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.4

A wine that captures the history of the Malbec grape’s journey to Argentina and this historic producer. Dark purple/black color. Intense aromas and flavors of black currant, blackberries, ripe blueberries, dark chocolate, baking spices, tobacco, dried purple flowers and minerals. Salty blueberry note on the finish. Rich and intense but not cloying and heavy. Even at its young age, quite soft and easy drinking. Stunning! Thanking Alex L. For bringing this outstanding bottle. — 10 days ago

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Baron Philippe de Rothschild

Escudo Rojo Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2019

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (44%), Carmenere (39%), Syrah (11%), Petite Verdot (4%) and Cabernet Franc (2%). Dark ruby/purple color. Very funky aromas of must, red and black fruit along with a heavy dose of fresh poblano pepper. Ripe red and black fruit on the palate with notes of black coffee and spices. Rounded tannins and good length. Solid value. Thank You for sharing, Chris B! — 11 days ago

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Eve's Drop

California Chenin Blanc - Viognier Blend 2021

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Interesting combination of varietals. Light straw color. Aromas and flavors of peach, white flowers, nectarine and honey. Pretty well balanced and a bit of an oily texture. Long finish. Crisp and clean. — 4 days ago

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Carpineto

Riserva Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Sangiovese 2016

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Solid Italian Red from a consistent producer. Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Aromas of violets, black cherries and dried herbs. Pallet is black cherry/berry focused with notes of cedar, black licorice, baking spices and those dried herbs. Hint of pine on the long finish. Medium bodied and good structure. Elegant texture. Thanks for sharing, Keith S! — 10 days ago

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Bodegas Olarra

Reciente Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2015

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Dark reddish/violet color. Aromas of blackberry and dusty dried herbs. Very generous palate featuring black cherry/currant, plums, dried herbs, tobacco and creamy chocolate. Hint of saline on the finish. Medium-plus body and firm tannins. A bit chewy and powerful. Thanks for sharing, Keith S! — 10 days ago

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Charles Smith

Boom Boom! Washington State Syrah 2019

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Not the same as the “good old Charles Smith Days,” but not bad. Medium ruby color with a garnet rim. Aromas and flavors of raspberry, lavender flowers, fresh herbs and a pleasantly peppery finish. Pretty bold and rich. Excellent QPR. Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 11 days ago

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Castillo de Eneriz

Navarra Rosado 2020

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

This is actually the Castillo de Emeriz Garnacha Rose’. (Though it does come from Spain’s Navarra Region.) Very light pink color. Intensely floral (white flowers) on the nose with hints of red berries and orange zest. Pallet features strawberries and red currant flavors with a touch of vanilla. Lots of minerality on the finish. Nice balance of acidity and alcohol. Lively, with just a bit of heft. Crushable. — 8 days ago

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Duemani

Suisassi Toscana Syrah 2018

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.4

Tuscan Syrah stunner! Dark ruby/purple color. Nose is full of ripe black cherry/berry/currant fruit along with notes of black licorice, baking spices, wood and dried herbs. Palate is more black/blue berry fruit focused with the wood, dark chocolate spices, tobacco and dried herbs also showing through. Long “gamey” and slightly peppery finish with beautifully integrated and velvety tannins. Full bodied. Lovely combination of balance and strength. Outstanding! Thanks for sharing this one, Kase! — 10 days ago

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Melini

Riserva Chianti Sangiovese 2017

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Bright ruby color. Aromas and flavors of blue and red berry fruit with a hint of violets. Same fruits on the palate though they are more cooked and jammy. Touch of baking spice on the finish. Medium bodied and a bit sharp. Thank You for sharing this bottle, Chris B! — 11 days ago

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