Ray Vanderhoff

8.6

Blend of primarily Merlot (90%) and Cabernet Franc (10%). Dark ruby/purple color. Aromas and flavors of red and black berries, black licorice and mint. An unmistakable and unpleasant funky/musty note. Low acidity makes this wine seem a bit thick and cloying. Quite hot and a bit disjointed on the palate. Maybe better with more bottle age. — 17 hours ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Single Vineyard McMinnville Pinot Noir. Light ruby color. Aromas and flavors of rose petals, red cherries, strawberries, tobacco, forest floor, wet slate, raspberry and mushrooms. Long and smooth finish with a slight amount of tannin. Light bodied and refreshing with just a bit of intensity. Interesting. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.3

Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (46%), Merlot (45%) and Petite Verdot (9%). Dark garnet/ruby color with a noticeable brick colored rim. Aromas of black fruit and berries, leather, rose petals and tobacco. Flavors of ripe black plums, black currant, black cherry, graphite and iodine. Long, earthy and softly textured finish that features a nice amount of oak. Well integrated and very soft tannins. Medium to medium-plus body. Still fresh and concentrated on it’s twentieth birthday. So easy to drink. Thanks for sharing this impressive bottle, Kase and Pete. — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Ruby red color with a dark core. Aromas of dark berry/cherry/currant, rose petals and wet soil. The palate is full of blackberry, blueberry and black cherry fruit with nice touches of smoky oak and spices on the long finish. Slight gamey note. Mouth watering acidity and nicely balanced. Excellent concentration, freshness and depth. — 17 hours ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this consistently good Provence Rose’. This vintage’s blend is Grenache (50%), Cinsault (30%) and Syrah (20%). Light pink in color with some lavender highlights. Fruit forward aromas of strawberry, watermelon, red flowers and lemon zest. Same fruity flavors with additional notes of peach, orange, and minerals. Touch of white pepper on the tart finish. Crisp, refreshing and clean with a faint hint of sweetness. Nice balance of acidity and alcohol (12.5%). Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Yakima Valley (WA) fruit. Medium cloudy golden color. Aromas of lemon, white flowers and brioche. The palate is full of pineapple, citrus and tropical fruit with hints of spice, light oak, butter and vanilla. Long finish, crisp acidity and creamy texture. This wine is unfiltered which intensifies its “leesey” qualities. Quite complex, well crafted and interesting. Elegant and Burgundian in style. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Dark ruby color with purple highlights and a slight garnet rim. Savory aromas of wet earth, ripe black fruit and coffee. Ripe blackberry, black currant and blueberry lead the palate with additional hints of espresso, charcoal and Asian spices. Long and very earthy finish. Extremely concentrated, vibrant and well balanced. Settling in to its “sweet spot.” — 2 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this consistently good FLX dry Riesling. Aromas fresh herbs and yellow apple. Hints of white flowers as it opens up. Flavors of golden delicious apple, Asian pear, lemon/lime, almonds and orange zest. Crisp acidity, smooth texture and bone dry. Solid value. Thanks for saving me a glass, Chris B! — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Blend of Pinotage (84%) and Cinsault (16%). Interesting Garnet/Magenta/Ruby color. Aromas of sour berry/cherry fruit, wet stones and a funky (not unpleasant) musky note. Juicy red cherry, cranberry and pomegranate fruit on the palate with hints of mineral and earth. Very tangy on the medium finish. Fine tannins and soft texture. Quite fresh tasting and complex. No signs of oak aging. Two very complimentary blending partners. Interesting. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

A more gentle Nebbiolo. Light ruby color with a garnet rim. Aromas of sour red berry fruit, leather, forest floor and smoke. Sour cherry, cranberry and pomegranate fruit flavors with hints of tobacco, dark chocolate and earth. No obvious indication of oak aging. Tannins are relatively mild and pretty well integrated. Well concentrated but slightly out of balance. Somewhat elegant and restrained. Not what I expected. Thank you for the bottle, Ron B! — 12 days ago