Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Dark ruby (almost purple) color. Plush aromas of purple flowers, black fruits and baking spices. Just a touch of Brett. The pallet is loaded with black berry/cherry/raspberry fruit. Touch of black pepper on the long finish. Full bodied. Interesting varietal. — 8 hours ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Bright straw color. Pronounced aromas of wet stones and stone fruits. Pallet features slate, lemon and grapefruit flavors. Hint of salted almonds on the finish. A bit of a chalky texture. Bracing acidity. Rustic in style. — 8 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.5

Lemon/lime and grapefruit on both the nose and pallet. Little bit of minerality on the finish. Not very complex. A bit flabby and out of balance. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Bright ruby color. Ripe dark fruit aromas and flavors with hints of black licorice and vanilla. A bit spicy. A bit low on acidity but reasonably balanced. Light on tannin. Solid value. — 11 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Straw gold color. Blend of Malvasia (45%), Rhein Riesling (40%) and Friulano (15%). Intensely floral on the nose with a hints of apricot, honey and a touch of petrol. Green apple, pear and minerals fill the pallet. Spicy and citrusy finish. Clean and rich. Intense acidity. Outstanding food wine. — 5 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Loire-Style Chenin Blanc. Very floral on the nose with hints of spices, lanolin and melon. The pallet is full of honeydew and water melons, lemon and light pepper spice. Smooth finish. Reasonable balance. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Light gold color. Aromas and flavors of peaches, quince, tangerine, white flowers and minerals. Medium bodied with a bit of heft. Slightly oily finish. Elegant and nicely nuanced. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.3

Pleasantly funky! Blend of Syrah (50%) with the balance split between Garnacha and Carinena (Samso). Aromas of bright brambly red berry fruit, cigar leaf and iodine. Just a touch of Brett. Red berry fruit and beef jerky with a touch of black coffee and dark chocolate on the pallet. A slightly spicy finish. Lacking a bit on the mid-pallet a bit but there is such a great balance of acidity, tannins and alcohol that it can be overlooked. A nice little find recommended by Chris at the Vino Volo in DFW! — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Primarily (83%) Cabernet Sauvignon with some other Bordeaux varietals blended in. Pleasant aromas of violets, roses, black currant/black berry. Dark cooked fruit flavors with hints of soy sauce and beef jerky. Pleasant touch of oak on the finish. Fresh acidity. Good balance. Pleasant surprise. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Light straw color with green highlights. Intense aromas of passion fruit and grapefruit. The pallet is very fruit forward with gooseberry, grapefruit and lemon. Bit of a minerally finish. Crisp acidity. Refreshing. Pretty good (typical) NZ Sauvignon Blanc. — 9 days ago