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Ray Vanderhoff

3830 wines • 80 followers • 45 following

Sheldrake Point

Finger Lakes Dry Riesling 2024

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this FLX Dry Riesling. Light gold color. Aromas of orchard fruit, honeysuckle, citrus and wet stones. Flavors of green apples and pears, lemon/lime, white peach and a consistent note of wet slate. Long and crisp mineral laden finish with mouth watering acidity. Light bodied, refreshing and bone dry. Very well balanced and totally food friendly. — 2 days ago

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Giuseppe Quintarelli

Secco Ca'del Merlo Veneto Garganega Blend 2024

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.5

Exceptional quality!! Blend is primarily Garganega that is rounded out with small amounts of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Trebbiano. Pale straw color. Plentiful aromas of tropical fruit, white flowers, wet slate and a light touch of smoke. Flavors of peach, cantaloupe, lemon zest and raw nuts. Beautiful volcanic mineral/saline thread on the long lasting and crisp finish. Medium bodied with a slightly waxy/mouth coating texture. Rich and savory. So hard to put down. Thanking Petey and Kase for selecting this beautiful Father’s Day wine. — 4 days ago

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Stony Run Winery

Lehigh Valley Grüner Veltliner

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Non vintage Gruner Veltliner. (Probably a blend of vintages.). Light golden color with some green highlights. Aromas and flavors of green orchard fruit, lychee, white flowers, green melon and white pepper spice. Long and lingering finish and crisp acidity. Excellent companion with food. Solid quality for the price. I would prefer a single vintage option but understand the circumstances. Enjoyed at the winery. — 6 days ago

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L'Ecole No. 41

Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

100% Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Dark ruby/black color. Aromas of ripe black fruit, lavender, graphite and lots of smoky oak. Flavors of black berry/plum/currant fruit, coffee, dark chocolate, minerals and a bit of menthol. Long and oak driven finish with chewy tannins and well balanced acidity. Bold and full bodied. Thanks for the taste, Chris B! — 7 days ago

Tom, Paul and 5 others liked this

Poggio al Casone

Castellani La Cattura Toscana Teroldego Syrah 2020

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Another solid vintage of this Teroldego (90%) Syrah (10%) blend. Purple/ruby color with a dark core. Fragrant aromas of jammy black and blue fruit, dark cocoa and black pepper. Flavors of black berry/plum/raspberry fruit, blueberries, black licorice and fresh herbs. Long lasting and very earthy finish. Medium bodied and bright acidity. Slightly chewy (well integrated) tannins and relatively low (12.5%) alcohol. Nicely complex and well structured. Much riper tasting (probably warmer) vintage than in prior years. Such excellent quality for the price. Thanks for the taste, Chris B! — 3 days ago

Brook Hollow Winery

Proprietor's New Jersey Red Blend 2020

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

7.9

Bordeaux-style NJ red blend (probably Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon). Bright red color. Aromas and flavors of red and black cherry and plum fruit, vanilla and forest floor. A slight oaky green note and an odd flavor on the short finish. Very light bodied and also light on tannin and acidity. Not well balanced. Debbie’s 60th Birthday Party at the winery. — 5 days ago

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Bonny Doon Vineyard

Le Cigare Volant en foudre Red Rhone Blend 2023

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.0

Rhône-style blend of primarily Grenache (69%) with additions of Syrah (15%), Cinsault (14%) and Petite Sirah (2%). Bright red color with a small ruby core. Aromas of ripe red fruit, fresh herbs and dusty earth. Flavors of red raspberry, strawberry and currant fruit with additional notes of fennel seeds, tobacco and black pepper spice. Long earthy and spicy finish. No sign of oak aging. Bright, fresh and well structured. Nice chill-able Summer Red. Enjoyed at Three Oaks Steakhouse in Easton, PA. — 7 days ago

Tom, Scott@Mister and 6 others liked this

Wagner Vineyards

Caywood East Vineyard Dry Riesling 2022

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.9

Light golden color. Aromas of orchard fruit, citrus, white flowers and an intense petrol note. Bright flavors of green apple, lemon/lime, grapefruit and white peach. Hint of wet slate on the long finish. Vibrant acidity and nicely balanced. So fruit forward that bottle seemed just a touch flabby. Crisp and refreshing. Thanks for sharing, Chris B! — 3 days ago

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Quintarelli Guiseppe

Rosso Ca Del Merlo 2018

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

9.4

Blend of Corvina (54%), Rondinella (29%), Cabernet Sauvignon (14%) along with trace amounts of Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Merlot and Croatina. Dark and murky ruby color with black highlights. Fragrant aromas of red and black fruit, wild herbs and flowers, freshly turned soil and cocoa powder. Deep flavors of black berry/cherry fruit, pomegranate, tobacco, dark chocolate, black licorice and sweet spices. Lovely mineral backbone on the long, lingering and savory finish. Full bodied, rich, concentrated and plush due to the fact that this wine is produced in the appassimento style. Incredible balance. Tannins are soft and well integrated, and the acidity (though present) is in check. Outstanding! Thanking Kase and Pete for making Father’s Day 2026 very special by serving this gem. — 4 days ago

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Acinum

Extra Dry Prosecco

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Ray Vanderhoff

Ray Vanderhoff

8.8

Bright golden color with persistent bubbles. Aromas of orchard fruit, white flowers and a bit of citrus. Flavors of ripe green apples and pears, white peach, green melon and lemon zest. Light hint of minty freshness on the medium-plus finish. Silky texture and creamy mousse that does dissipate quickly. Bit of RS. Clean and refreshing. Enjoyed at Three Oaks Steakhouse in Easton, PA. — 7 days ago