Ray Vanderhoff

8.6

Piedmont Dessert Style wine produced from Brachetto grapes. Pale ruby color which is a bit murky. Loaded with aromas and flavors of sweet bramble berry fruit, rose petals, strawberries and milk chocolate. Crisp acidity does help offset some of the sweetness. Lightly effervescent and low (7%) alcohol. Truely best with dessert but the ladies did enjoy it. Thanks Kase and Petey! — 3 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.5

Disgorged in 2018. Dark golden color. Aromas of bruised apple, pear, toasted bread and wet slate. Bruised apple flavor dominates the palate with some additional flavors of red berries, lemon/lime and toasted bread. Pronounced mineral note on the long finish. Crisp acidity and medium length. Mousse and bubbles dissipate pretty quickly. I probably waited a bit too long to open this one as I sensed it was a bit past its prime. — 9 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Deep red/black color with a thin garnet meniscus. Aromas of petroleum (in a good way), ripe and dried black fruit, dried violets, leather and cedar. Flavors of graphite/iron, dried blackberries, black currants, smoked meat, dried blueberries, tobacco and Asian spices. Hint of black pepper on the long and drawn out finish. Soft tannins and well balanced acidity. Medium bodied, rich and plush. Extremely savory and best with food. Well aged bottle. It was time to enjoy it. Appreciate the gift, Mark S! — 10 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Northeastern Italian Pet Nat made from the rare Boschera grape. Dark golden color. Aromas and flavors of green apples, minerals, white flowers and a distinct yeasty quality from the Pat Nat process. Reasonable effervescence and a slight mousse. Bone dry and quite savory. Interesting but not spectacular. — 3 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Straw gold color with slight green highlights. Aromas of unripe stone fruit, white flowers and a beautiful note of sea spray. Flavors of peach and citrus fruit with distinctive mineral and slate notes. Nice touch of saline on the long and crisp finish. Beautiful mouth coating texture. Elegant, fresh tasting and beautifully balanced. Outstanding QPR! — 5 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.3

Beautiful deep golden color. Aromas and flavors of apricot, orange, peach, white flowers, grilled pineapple, honey, lime and roasted nuts. Unctuous mouthfeel and long and lingering finish. Sweetness (not exceedingly) is nicely balanced by bright acidity. Creamy texture and so much complexity. Quite a treat. — 10 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Incredibly elegant aromas of ripe red fruit, purple flowers and tobacco smoke. Flavors of red plum, cranberries, huckleberries, freshly ground coffee, black licorice and toasted oak. Long and smooth finish with a slight toasted oak note. Medium-light bodied with very gentle tannins. Mild acidity but still well balanced. Elegant. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.7

Blend of Sangiovese (90%), Cabernet Sauvignon (5%) and Merlot (5%). Medium ruby color with a slight pink rim. Aromas of ripe dark fruit, leather, dried purple flowers, dried herbs and forest floor. Flavors of black cherry, tobacco, dark plums, mushrooms, earthy spices, black currants and those dried herbs. Long lasting finish. Plentiful acidity. Medium-plus body and gritty tannins. Extremely savory and super rustic. Best with food and a decant. — 7 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Old Vine Gamay on Thanksgiving 2025. Murky ruby color. Aromas of red berries, wet stones, red flowers and sweet spices. Flavors of red plums, sour red cherries and raspberries, cranberries and baking spices. Distinct iron/granite note on the medium-plus finish. Medium body, soft tannins and ample acidity. A bit muddy. Reasonable Beauj. — 12 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.6

BIG WINE! Dark red/purple/black color. Aromas of ripe black fruit, charred oak and dark roast coffee. Flavors of black cherry, black plum, mulberry and blackberry fruit with additional notes of dark chocolate, cloves, vanilla, black figs and cinnamon. Intense black pepper flavor on the long finish, which contrasts with the intense sweet fruit flavors. Mild tannins. Full bodied, concentrated, viscous texture with lots of depth. Seems a bit manipulated. Thanks for the taste, John P. — 12 days ago