Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Dark ruby color with purple highlights. Aromas of concentrated black fruit, violets, hibiscus and sweet spices. Flavors of black cherry/raspberry/plum jam, black licorice, milk chocolate, cinnamon and allspice. Just a bit of vanilla on the medium length finish. Extremely fine tannins and well integrated oak. Rich and concentrated with a slightly chalky texture. Better with aeration. Thank you for sharing, Keith S. — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

Light to medium ruby color with a few dark highlights. Aromas of red and black fruit, graphite, earth and wood. Flavors of red and black berry/cherry/currant fruit, sweet spices, black licorice and mushrooms. Long mineral driven spicy finish. Medium weight and vibrant. Chalky tannins and refreshing acidity. Well structured and balanced. Nice choice, Matt A. — 5 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

100% Stags Leap District fruit. Inky ruby color with purple highlights. Aromas of ripe black, red and blue fruit, purple flowers and leather. Fruit forward flavors of black berry/raspberry/currants, blueberries, cinnamon and fresh herbs. Pleasant vanilla note on the long and lingering finish. Full bodied and rich, but also smooth and easy drinking. Soft tannins for such a baby and well balanced acidity. Outstanding quality for the price. Thanks for sending this bottle to us, Petey! — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Merlot (40%). Aromas of ripe black and blue berries, earth, graphite and leather. Flavors of cassis, bramble berries, tobacco, sweet spices and woody herbs. Medium-plus length finish and well balanced acidity and a soft texture. A very light touch of oak. Well integrated tannins. Fresh, rich and silky. Thanks for bringing this bottle, Kase. — a day ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Light golden color. Intense aromas of lemon, jasmine, green orchard fruit and a bit of spent yeast. Flavors of lemon/lime, peach, nectarine and tropical fruit with additional notes of wet stones and crustacean shells. Long, clean and bright mineral laden finish. Creamy (lees aging?) texture. 12.5% alcohol. Quite complex and well crafted. — 4 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

100% Gamay. Aromas of red and black berry fruit, rose petals, leather, wet stones and a bit of mint. Flavors of blueberries, boysenberries, pomegranate, black tea, orange zest and sweet and savory spices. Note of granite dust on the medium-plus finish. Medium tannins and plus acidity. Smooth body and a pleasant mouth coating texture. Solid complexity with 12.5% alcohol. Outstanding QPR. Real crowd pleaser. — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.4

Classic Red Burgundy! Aromas of wild red fruit, forest floor, wet stones and light oak. Flavors of dried red cherries and strawberries, black licorice, baking spices and a slight herbal/vegetal note. A bit of mineral on the long and lingering finish. Well balanced acidity and noticeable (but silky) tannins. Beautiful structure and depth. So elegant and fresh tasting. Appreciate this bottle, Kase! — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.1

This vintage is 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Bright pale gold color. Aromas of citrus, tropical and green orchard fruit, white flowers and fresh herbs. Flavors of mango, grapefruit, gooseberry, lemon and nectarine fruit along with spent yeast (lees aging?) and those fresh leafy herbs. Lovely mineral note on the long and refreshing finish. Medium-plus body and a soft creamy (oak aging) texture. Crisp acidity and a high level of tension. Quite ripe and fruit forward but very well balanced. Reminiscent of a New Zealand Sauvy B in some ways. Thanks for sharing this interesting wine, Kase. — 2 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Primarily Trebbiano with a small amount of other white grapes blended in. Light straw gold color with some green highlights. Aromas of yellow fruit, fresh herbs and white flowers. Flavors of tropical and citrus fruit, peaches, yellow apple, minerals and those fresh herbs. Medium finish and body with crisp acidity. Light structure and soft texture. Clean and refreshing. Outstanding QPR! Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 6 days ago

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Light golden color. Highly perfumed aromas of ripe orchard fruit, petrol, white flowers and subtle spice. Flavors of green apple, unripe peach, honey, tangerine, green melon and wet slate. Medium-plus finish with some notable residual sugar which is nicely balanced by vibrant acidity. Light bodied with a nice mouth coating (slightly viscous) texture. 12% ABV. Well made, but more of a dessert wine for me. Thank you for sharing, Matt A. — 6 days ago