Gary’s wine choices with a big JETS WIN!

Gary’s wine choices with a big JETS WIN! – Episode #108

October 16, 2006

Wines tasted in this episode:

Today Gary tastes the wines that make him happy since the Jets had a huge win and he also announces the FREE SHIPPING CODE all of you have been waiting for! This is just a solid episode of happiness and Pinot Noir and Bordeaux.

175 Responses

October 16, 2006

Brandon M
Free Shipping Here We Go!!!!
October 16, 2006

Tony
Finally!!
October 16, 2006

Bruce S
Thanks Gary.
October 16, 2006

Susan
Gary-
Thanks for the
FREEEEEEEE
Shipping!
Very cool!!!:)
October 16, 2006

Mike E
#5?
October 16, 2006

Tony
Five best recent wine…

1. Guigal CdP 2001 – ALWAYS Awesome!
2. Penguin Eiswien – Yummmmmmy!!
3. Bechard 2003 El Dorado Syrah – One of the best wines of the Sierra Foothills
4. Alexander Valley Vineyards 2003 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon – Solid for the price
5. Rosemount 2003 Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon merlot petit verdot – Actually, pretty darn good for $8. In the same league as the Alex Valley.

Favorite number: 6 or 9
October 16, 2006

joe
Last 5 wines that I have recently “adored”, all from this weekend:

1997 Penfolds Grange, Australia
2001 Cantena Zapata, Nicholas Catena Zapata riserva, Argentina
1997 Alvaro Palacious 1997 L’ Ermita, Priorat
2003 Hourglass Cabernet, Napa
Kracher TrochenberenAuslese, Austria

Joe
October 16, 2006

Tony
Clouds, butterflies, unicorns and Jets Super Bowl victories on the nose??? OK, Gary, you finally lost me.
October 16, 2006

Jim Kay
Ch. Ducasse 2005, bordeaux white
Vieux Donjon 2003 CDP blanc
Toasted Head Red 2003
Hess Mountain Cuvee 2003
Those little Target wine boxes (drunk while camping)
October 16, 2006

Matthew L
Thanks Gary, thanks a good episode and the shipping code. I’m going to put in for my first purchase from WL.

Last five wines I’ve really enjoyed.

Mas de Guiot Cab/Syrah 2003
Mas de Guiot Cab/Merlot 2003
Saintsbury Pinot Noir Carneros 2003
Yalumba LateHartvest Viognier 2003
Brown Estate Zinfandel 2003

I noticed the connection of the shipping code and your beloved Jets. I look forward to more shipping when the Lions win on Sunday. Will you hold it against me because I live in DC but rout for the Jets? In other words, will you call foul on free shipping because I don’t live in Michigan? It doesn’t really matter. I just can’t wait for the banter building up to the game this week, and the episode next Monday for wines that pair well with humble pie.
October 16, 2006

Matthew L
OH MY GOD…Did I say root for the Jets?!!? Noticed I mistyped, in true Freudian fashion, ROUT for the Jets. I am not that confident in the Lions that I’m calling for a rout, but I will still hold out for the Lions second victory of the season in the Meadowlands.
October 16, 2006

Kahuna
My 1987 High School football teammates are getting together to play the Dolphins next week! God their bad! But good for us!
Hey Gary what is a good wine to drink once your already drunk!

QOD
Ilatraia 2003
Barefoot Cellars Chardonay champaigne extra dry
Modus 2001
Concanon Assemblage Cabernet limited
Bennesere 2003 Cabernet
October 16, 2006

Justin
2004 Rubicon Captain’s Reserve Syrah
2000 Beringer Third Century Cabernet Sauvignon – Howell Mountain
2003 Ritchie Creek Pinot Noir – Spring Mountain
2001 Wolf Blass South Australia Shiraz

Those are probably the last 4 wines I enjoyed. Anyway nice show Gary. Congrats to your Jets. Anyway…Gary, you ever gonna get to that show about wines made from organically grown grapes or biodynamic vineyards?
October 16, 2006

Jason R.
Top 5 in recent memory – Only the Arrowood Chard would make the Top 5 of year for me. I have been in a slump. Last bottle I had to dump. Picked up a chepo Italian Chianti for $4.99 in bargain bin and it was so acidic and “raw” that it was undrinkable. Cork was fine, smell was o.k., but I would have rather had a $4 bottle of Gallo than this one… Sucks!! I am huge on trying to find a Sub $10 bottle that I love to death and then go back and snag a couple cases. I guess the last 3 this month have bombed on me and I will have to keep looking for “my” affordable house favorite.

Gary – QOD was cut off – How about this as a new Suddo QOD. What is your “go-to” / “house” wine AKA OLD STANDBY that you always have several bottles on hand??? Mine is BV Rutherford… This is my go to…

1. 2002 Arrowood Chard
2. 2003 Cakebread Cab
3. 2003 Deboeuf Julineas Flower Label
4. 2000 Ch. Meyney
5. 2005 Ayler Kupp Riesling Spat.
October 16, 2006

Kahuna
Ugh I have to watch it again I missed the code the first time through-A tight rock to a beautiful flower- I think Gary has been borrowing my Penthouse Forum magazine.
October 16, 2006

tampasteve
Where was the code??????????
October 16, 2006

Brandon M
1 La Cueva Del Contador ‘03
1 Pieve Del Vescovo Lucciaio ‘02
1 Vitae Chianti Colli Senesi ‘04
1 Alvear Pedro Ximenez Solera 1927
1 Razon Valsacro ‘04
1 Valdesil Montenovo Godello ‘05
1 Koura Bay Sauvignon Blanc ‘04
1 Three Miners Central Otago Earnscleugh Pinot Noir ‘04

I changed my line up to include the Contador…had to, got to try it.

LizV…you keep making great suggestions, and Madison’s Dad will take you anywhere you want to go on a Saturday night!

Gary…glad you had a great weekend, mine was ruined by a 54 yd field goal…Devistated.

My last 5 favorites:

2004 Massena Eleventh Hour Shiraz
2003 Merry Edwards Klopp Ranch Pinot Noir
2004 Kosta Browne Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
2003 Sebastiani Secolo
2004 Grand Veneur Cotes Du Rhone Villages Les Champauvins

My favorite number = 1988

B
October 16, 2006

Tony
Hey, thinking on a comment Gary Danko made in an interview with WS (”I never see a reason to drink the same wine twice, because there are so many incredible wines being produced all over the world.”), I have a question for everybody:

1. Do you tend to buy lots of bottles of wines that you find that you like or,
2. Do you tend to buy lots of different wines, always trying to find a new great wine or,
3. Do you strike a balance between the two.

Me, I’m a mostly #2 kind of guy. I always want to try something new. I was at a wine bar this weekend, talking to the waiter about wines. He started in on Italian wines, and I suddenly realized that I had absolutely no clue about Italian wines. Bordeaux, the Rhone and California I can hold my own on, but Italy and Spain are black holes. So I’m always looking to expand my horizons (to the chagrin of my checkbook).

That said, there are a few wines that are either just so good or so good for the price that I like having them around as a safe fallback.

What about you? Do you stock up on wines you know you like, or do you like to continually experiment?
October 16, 2006

Craig G
Great Episode. Looking fowardard to the free shipping! Putting my order in now. Gonna get the Chat Haut and the Contador. Keep it up!!! Go Jets!!!
October 16, 2006

Albert and Remy
Gary,
Muchas Gracias for the free shipping. We only got to see the last minute of the Jets game (Go Jets, Free Shipping), because we were watching the Steelers crush the Chiefs. Last 5 Favorites:
1. Clos Mimi Petite Rousse Syrah 2004
2. Seghesio Sonoma County Zinfandel 2004
3. Emilio Morro 2003
4. Flora Springs Trilogy 2002
5. Don Melchor 2002
October 16, 2006

Kahuna
Ok after the third replay of the episode I finally figured it out you have to actually watch it! I made my wife listen to it twiceand she is now stammering around the house mumbling Butterflies and unicorns rocks to opening flowers but she always stops to laugh at the Jets 5-7 Super Bowl wins statement.

OK You dirty dog Gary slick trick but my four cases are on the way on your dime! Though I a pretty sure I am losing out in the end!
October 16, 2006

Brandon M
Tony…I stock up on wines I know I like, but I am now trying to find different wines I like as well. I have been buying more and more mixed cases as of late, but I am also thinking about stocking up on the Massena Eleventh Hour…it is so DAMN good. Did you get any?

BTW…I loved the pictures of your wine collection. I am going to do the same, even though I haven’t got around to it.

Gary…in all seriousness..thanks a ton for the free shipping, it makes picking wine that much more fun….excellent….I will root for the Jets any time, as long as it does not interfere in any way with my Rams!

And being from Northern California, and having to deal with their fans, I LOVE LOVE LOVE seeing the 49ers and Raiders sucking as bad as they do. For some reason it never gets old!

B
October 16, 2006

Lynne
Gary, Thanks for the free shipping. Purchased some Thanksgiving wines and Christmas gifts. (If I can keep myself from them that long.)Liz V, very nice to meet you. Are you as jazzed by the Jets and wines as Gary?
October 16, 2006

tampasteve
It was staring us in the face the entire time……YOU SNEAK GARY! Got my order in:)
October 16, 2006

tampasteve
BTW…Gary…THANKS!!!!!!!! You the Man!
That is totaly awesome to give out free shipping to everyone….THANKS again.
October 16, 2006

ando
Not sure what I am missing. Watched the video and I am no seeing it. I thought it was JETS WIN! but that isnt working. Any suggestions. Video is not loading very quickly
October 16, 2006

chimerego
Hey Gary,
Last five of loved
04 Olson Ogden Unti Syrah (tried it after your review and then ordered a case)
02 Blackjack Harmonie Red
01 Powers Meritage
01 reininger Merlot
03 Taz Fiddlestix pinot
I’m way into the huge fruit bombs. The olson ogden is my current favorite. like you said “it’s made for me”
October 16, 2006

Bruce
Hi Gary,

You did not answer the questions about the Airborne from the previous episode??

Last five great wines

1994 Chateau Cos d’ Estournel
2003 Bouchard Pere & Fils Puligny Montrachet
2005 Drylands Sauv Blanc – NZ
2004 Willamette Valley Vineyards Whole Cluster Pinot
2003 Nalle Zinfandel

Wll be putting my case together to take advantage of that free shipping code!!!

Thanks,

Bruce
October 16, 2006

ChrisR
Gary,

Did you just give a wine 88 PTS and call it a pass? That’s a pretty high score for a pass. Are you not recommending based on the price vs. quality?

I totally get your clouds and unicorns reference. That’s what wine is all about. Sometimes it just hits home and it leaves you gaga. I’ve been there.

Top 5 wines that impressed:

5) Twenty Rows 2004 Cabernet is right up there with the 2003. The consistency and quality for $15 from this winery is astounding.

4) Stefano Farina Barolo 2001 – wow! The leather flavors on this one blew me away. Very pronounced. And the aromas where so seductive I think I smelled the glass the whole night like some kind of haze induced drug addict.

3) Vergelegen Merlot 2001 – as someone who doesn’t eat meat, I can’t rave enough about the astounding bacon fat, smoked pork and wood on this one. Monster flavors.

2) Cortes De Cima Incognito 2002 – I’m such a huge fan of Portuguese reds and Cortes de Cima entire portfolio of wines are excellent. This one in particular is really saturated and intense. I adored it.

1) Luce Della Vite Lucente 2001 – Huge, rich wine that will stain your teeth. Drinks beautifully now and for around $22 it is a steal. Sangiovese at its best in this Tuscan delight.
October 16, 2006

Bill Ipp
QOTD – my favorite five wines from the last 6 months:

1 – Match 2002 (thanks to WLTV)
2 – Lewelling 2002
3 – Rudd Estates Estate Cabernet 2002
4 – Susana Balbo Malbec 2004 (thanks to WLTV)
5 – Spottswoode Estate Cabernet 2002

Keep them coming … love WLTV.
October 16, 2006

Rob M.
Another great episode, and thank you so much for the free shipping! I can’t wait until you see the run on bottles featured on WLTV, and wanted to get my order in before the all sell out! Two cases, you saved me $60!
October 16, 2006

Brandon M
Rob M….comparing WLTV’s prices to others, he just saved you more than that!
October 16, 2006

Brandon M
Gary…are the Gravatars gone for good?
October 16, 2006

E-Rock
Good show guy! The Jets got lucky, but hey you’re 3-3 and we’re 1-5. Absolutely horrible my team is. However that being said we’re gonna run the table the rest of the season and win the division. I wish! Anyways… My 4 best wines of late are pretty much all from Spain.
1. Clio 2003…. Had it last night and OH MY GOD!! The best most complete wine I’ve ever tasted.
2. Bodegas Arrocal 2004
3. Altos de Luzon 2004
4. Braut & Sistra 2002 Sonoma Cab

Thanks for the free shipping even though my team had to lose to the Jets to get it.
October 16, 2006

Brian R
I’m a lurker, free shipping brought me out of the woodwork. Thanks Gary. Go Buckeyes!
October 16, 2006

Dominus
First, congrats to the Jets and thanks for the free shipping! Sure does help when you get wines on sale and then have them shipped to your office for free! I just order my mixed case of some of your recommendations.

Ok, last 4 bottles of wine that I found memorable. The first two I enjoyed at a dinner in DC (Charlie Palmer’s) with a wine friend of mine and the last two just recently during our vacation week at a couple of nice OBX restaurants.

‘88 Dominus (this is my Clio)
‘85 Opus One
‘04 Joseph Drouhin “Vero” Bourgougne
‘03 Ridge Lytton Springs Zin or the Turley Zin (both are great)

And favorite number? It has to be #5 . . . Brooks Robinson, my childhood hero.

Again, thank you and looking forward to more Jets and COLTS victories!

Cheers!
Dom
October 16, 2006

Richard B
#1 …congrats Gary … you deserve a big win(e):-) … you made me a Jets fan!

#2 OK … 5 last wines that I loved … 2001 Eppalock Ridge Shiraz, Bodegas Arrocal (not a great bottle but a great value), Chateau Flaugergues 2003..really enjoyed, Inniskillin Riesling ice wine ..1998…absolutely wonderful .. dark brown almost like maple syrup…but the complexity in the taste outstanding, and for the proximity .. a Stepping Stone White from Greenville Winery in Portsmough, RI… Vidal and Catawba…really pleasant little number:-)

#3 ..Wine that I really was disappointed and then head over heals about… 1997 St. Henri’s Shiraz… first had at Christmas in 2000…just didn’t live up to expectation… but then in 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004.. absolutely the opposite… heaven to drink … just dismayed … ran out!

#4 … Where is the best place to buy wine?????? C’mon … Winelibrary!!@!!!
October 16, 2006

Tony
Gary, I laughed out loud when the code flashed on the screen for a half second and then disappeared for a couple of minutes. I bet people were frantically trying to pause their players on those couple of frames. Hilarious!

I swear, Gary, I’m going to start a wine vlog, but the episode I taped last night put ME to sleep. ZZzzzzz… It ain’t as easy as you make it look. Props to you, man.
October 16, 2006

Matty Van, Rochester,NY
outch gary, I have never talked trash, I only hate the dolphins…

QOD – dont know if I can remember 5 off hand with out my tasting notes…
1 – best over all bottle 2001 spell bound pettie sarah
2 – best value Excelsior Cab Sauv

QOD#2 – fav number is 2017

gary – if the jets win the super bowl this year will you give out a code fo 50% off any order or something crazy like that?

yo ho yo ho off to place my order I go
October 16, 2006

PattyO
Favorite number – 2017!
That was a fantastic gift Gary! My only challenge was paring down my cart to 2 cases because even though shipping’s free, I still have to pay for the wine.
Free shipping, no sales tax and 20% – 50% bottle discount (check out Frankland Estate Olmos Reward $20.90, retail $39 I think – 91 pts. RP) – but the best part was the WINE LIBRARY – I don’t have access to this kind of inventory anywhere in my state!
Favorite recent 5:
Two Hands Yesterday’s Hero – 2005 Barossa Grenache
M Brown Shiraz – 2000 Barossa
Vouvray Blanc de Blancs – Monmousseau – 2004
MontGras Reserva Merlot – 2004 Chile
Clay Station – Cab/Petite Sirah – Lodi – 2001
Thanks again Gary! And thanks for the clue-in on a great value Chianti today!
October 16, 2006

Suzanne
Another lurker here….I don’t even like sports, but I do now!
Thanks!
October 16, 2006

PeteB
Good show GV…. I can say that for a Jets loving show because here in Giant land it was all the same!!!!

QOD: my most recent top 4:
Hijos De Juan Gil Juan Gil 2004
Margerum Sauvignon Blanc Westerly Vineyard 2005
No Sauvignon Blanc 2005
Bibi Graetz Casamatta 2003
October 16, 2006

PattyO
Question for you other Vaniacs -
Do any of you know a way that I can create a page that would show all the tasting notes for the bottles I just ordered?? I like to tape a copy to the bottle so I have the purchase price and tasting notes when I pull the bottle to drink and I don’t want to have to go back to each wine’s individual page and print each one separately.
October 16, 2006

eyeguy
QOD:
Bertani Amarone 1997
Masi Campofiorin 2003
Avvoltore 2001
Excelsius 1995
Summus 1997

Old QOD:
Currently ~ 800 bottles

Great show and big win for your boys. Thanks for the free shipping!

Rich
October 16, 2006

QueSeraSyrah
Long time lurker, first time poster….

Why you ask? I guess the QOD finally brought me in.
Last 5 wines that I’ve adored:

1) 2004 Two Hands Bella’s Garden Barossa Shiraz
2) 2003 Kilikanoon The Covenant Clare Valley Shiraz
3) 2004 Sea Smoke Ten Pinot Noir
4) 2003 Miller Wine Works Hellenthal Vineyards Pinot Noir
5) 2002 Joh Jos Christoffel Urzinger Wurtzgarten Riesling Auslese*

As for my favorite number: Currently 2017 Long Time 11

Joe (#7): Next time you have an outing, I’m there! =p Some amazing wines in that lineup and all in ONE weekend? Quite decadent!
October 16, 2006

stewart l
Last 4 good wines-Shotfire Shiraz 2003,Ridge Paso Robles2003,Pessagno 2003 Zin and Rosenblum Richard Sauret 2003 Zin. Can you tell that I love Zins?
October 16, 2006

Wildebeest
Thanks for the code. I hope it works when I order, which should be much later tonight.

Something very strange happened with this episode in iTunes. I’ve never had a problem with an episode before, but this one won’t play. I watched the episode online instead, but it’s a bummer not having the episode on file. (I like to archive them) Is it no longer available because of the code perhaps?

Off the top of my head, the last five wines I’ve really enjoyed have been Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah 2001, Guenoc Cabernet, Bogle Petite Sirah 2003, Rosso Shiraz, and Twenty Rows Cabernet
October 16, 2006

Matty Van, Rochester,NY
I just saved $60 on shipping…gary I would have your baby right now….then again, maybe not
October 16, 2006

Chuck W
Last best five…
Numero Uno – The awesome Ridge Liberty School
y dos – Bodegas Arrocal (my favorite best buy – recommended by Justin at the WL)
number 3 – Cuvaison Charrdonay
forth – St Supery Cab
and last and not least – Cuvaison Pinot Noir

Favorite number – 52 (my HS football number)
Funniest number – 2017 (the next year the Jets have a shot!)
Dark horse MVP – KW2
October 16, 2006

Chuck W
Patty O – Comment #43

Good idea!

You could copy and paste from Chris’s SS the row of the wine purchased into Word then format as required.
October 16, 2006

Miguelo DiMarco
So is it the last 4 or 5 wines? 4 is easier.

1) 2003 Michele Chiarlo Barbera D’Asti
2) 1988 Bertani Recioto della Valpolicella
3) 2005 Banfi Rosa Regale Brachetto (the girls love it)
4) NV Le Grotte Reggiano Lambrusco -from TJ’s (girls love this one too – “Wine is the great plier of love” -M. DiMarco)

Someone told me they’re making wine outside of Italia – how obsurd!

–thanks for the comped shipping; send out the Vini!
October 16, 2006

Darlene O.
Gary…you’re so generous! Thanks for the free shipping. It’s enticing me to order wines I can’t find in my wine shops. As far as my personal faves, I’m still working on it. Too soon to tell! :}
October 16, 2006

E
Thanks muchly (and thanks to the staff for being out of one of my case selections, so I could satisfy my curiosity about the Haut-Gardere). What better way to celebrate it finally being cool enough to ship, with apologies to anyone in Western NY …

Patty – was the Monmousseau a sparkler, or just the regular still Vouvray? I found the regular a few months back and while it was certainly interesting and well worth the rock-bottom price, it came off a lot drier than what I was expecting. I think I used Lavoris mouthwash as a descriptor before, but there was a little of that there as well.

Tony – mixed cases are always more fun. Although I’ve discovered lots of things I’d love to have in quantity (coughCRBcabernetcough), space considerations kind of preclude that and there’s always something else I’d rather try anyway. You may miss, but if you hit with something new, there’s no comparison.

Pinot Grigio – there are lots of great Pinot Grigios! There’s Vermentino, there’s Grillo, there’s Inzolia …

QOD – top five of the last few months or so:

‘03 Produttori Langhe Nebbiolo – decanters are your friend! If there’s a Target near you and they’re still clearing out the Bormioli decanters, grab one or more–absolute steal at $10. Wasn’t blown away by the first one, but this time wonderful things happened with a little air.
‘95 Tignanello – thanks Dad!
‘03 Petite Rousse – no typo, I ran across an ‘03 locally and it didn’t disappoint, but good lord, 16% alcohol? Who needs port?
‘00 Curtis Crossroads Vineyard Syrah – lush and opulent in its youth, now speaking with a serious French accent. My last one, alas.
‘85 Charles Krug CS – still alive! First time I’ve ever caught cedar in a Cab too, so that was nice.

Now … who are these gentlemen in red and what have they done with the Arizona Cardinals?
October 16, 2006

Jaye
Congrats to all you Jets fans!

QOD – 4 best wines I’ve tasted recently: 2002 Maghee (Woodhouse), 2000 Amalthea Cellars Chancellor Reserve, 2001 Glen Eldon Dry Bore Shiraz, 1991 Joseph Phelps Insignia
October 16, 2006

good old ludwig van
To Tony’s question (comment 18):

I used to buy 3 bottles of everything age-worthy, with the idea of having one now, one in around 5 years, and the last in 10 years (or whatever, based on the drinking window recommendation and tasting notes on CellarTracker).

I quickly filled up my 200-bottle custom made cellar credenza, bought another 100-or-so bottle Danby wine fridge and have pretty much filled that also. So, I’m changing my philosophy a little from necessity.

Now I usually buy two bottles of each. There’s a ton of wine out there to try, but I figure if I drink a bottle and love it, it would be a downer to not have at least one back up!

QOD (favorite listed first):
1. 2002 The Colonial Estate EmigrÃ©
2. 2000 Lewelling Cabernet Sauvignon
3. 2002 Ross Andrew Winery Cabernet Sauvignon
4. 1999 Beringer Vineyards Merlot Private Reserve Bancroft Ranch.

Good episode, Gary. You were jacked! Thanks for the code.
October 16, 2006

Steve F (New York)
G-Man:
That was a close one; the Jets hold onto a deserved win and I get free shipping; I’m in heaven!!! Just bought 10 value bottles in your 90+ range for the fun and celebration of it all. Thanks for all that you do!!!! Can’t wait to give ‘em a try!!!

J – E – T – S, ship, ship, ship!!!

Go Jets !!!!!
October 16, 2006

Skol
Last 4 wines that were out of this world. I finally located some Armand Rousseau in NYC.:

Jean Marc Bouley Les Fremmiers (Pommard) 2002
Armand Rousseau Clos de la Roche 2002
Meo-Camuzet Clos de Vougeot 2002
Chateau Langoa-Barton 2001

Excellent Episode, the Chateau Haut-Gardere is a steal at the price, but I liked the Chateau Sansonnet 2001 a little better at this point.

Skol
October 16, 2006

Hal N.
Gary,
Thank you……….

1. Brunello Di Montalcino 2001 Terre di Bo

2. Mt Veeder Winery 2000 Napa Cab Sauv

3. Joseph Phelps 2001 Napa Cab Sauv

4. Moet & Chan. Nectar Imperial

5. Steen 04 Sauv Blanc
October 16, 2006

shawn F
Gary,

I have noticed that your Family Firm is not big on wine auctions, as opposed to your NY friends, the Zuchy’s (sp err intentional).

Why don’t you host one in Monmouth Co.? The “Garage Sale” sale.

Shawn “Rutgers Love is a Battle”Field

PS Thanks for the free shipping, but don’t tell my wife.
October 16, 2006

SS Chris
Did everyone know that LizV was the VaynerBOSS? (admit it Gary..she’s in charge)

I don’t think that anyone can deny that they are the ultimate VaynerPowerCouple.

And I thought that DedeStan & I had a chance…
October 16, 2006

Brandon M
0-20 and third and Goal for the bears. I am predicting that the Bears will win this game.

B
October 16, 2006

Denise
Oooohh!!!Nooooooo!!! I’m so sad about your review of the Mahoney!!!! You killed it!! Did you really have to take it off the table, man?!?! I enjoyed that wine many times this past summer and still even have a few bottles left (they just won’t be the same now). I guess it’s a real comfort wine for me…the aroma throws me back to bike rides through Napa Valley during the crush. Please try it again, Gary!! Maybe with some of your favorite cheese?
October 16, 2006

Kahuna
You WineLibrary TV viewers rock! GREAT WINES if you ever need a pudgy Italian guy to cook for you and help drink those great wines let me know!
October 16, 2006

Andrew B.
Great episode Gary. I felt bad for the Pinot at the end. You have made me very intrigued by these slections. i wish my store carried that chianti, sounds awesome. I don’t think we have anything from this episode. Have you ever tried Gaudium Rioja? That’s a popular one we sell as far as our pricier Spanish wines. I am really excitd about the Beaujolais Nouveau. Got any plans for that and with the show? I bet you could come up with something really fun. We are getting 80 cases at my shop and expecting to sell very quick. On an end note, I just tried the Kendall Jackson 2005 Pinot and did not have expectations at all, but I gotta say it was wonderful, had an awesome nose, was one of those wines that took me over an hour, maybe 90 minutes to drink one glass because I cherished the nose colour and taste so much. It was a wow, KJ – who woulda thought? And this might sound crazy, but it reminded me of a pinot noir from VIRGINIA I got a glass of at the last wine festival I went to and they have this really interesting nose and flavour that I really enjoy that is way different fom Cali, Oregon and Burgandy. The wine world shocks us all the time, I love it. Oh and just wanted to ask if you heard of 2004 Coteaux du Languedoc Les Hauts de la Brune? – 90 points Wine Spectator, We sold 30 cases in 2 weeks and under $10, what a steal! All of at the shop loved and have been raving about for the past month. Tell me you know it.
October 16, 2006

TimF
You want me to remember the last 5 wines I liked? Are you kidding me? Those 5 bottles probably killed the brain cells meant to remember them…
October 16, 2006

MarcT
Tonyâ€¦how good is that Guigal CdP 2001 after about 2 hours in the decanter? YUMMY!
And to top it offâ€¦you can buy it for around $35 and sell it on WineBid for $45! Not to bad huh?

BrandonMâ€¦everyone knew you would have the Eleventh Hour on your list. How did you like the fights this last weekend? I missed them due to another engagement.
QODâ€¦
Best five latelyâ€¦
1. 2000 ChÃ¢teau Henye Tokaji Aszueszencia
2. 2001 Elderton Shiraz Command
3. 2001 Cigaral Syrah Pago del Ama
4. 1999 Sawyer Cellars Bradford Meritage
5. Barrel tasting at Sawyer cellars.

All in no particular order

Already placed my order for a mixed case of wineâ€¦free shipping of course!!!
Thanks Gary and thank you Tuna fisherman!

Tonyâ€¦Iâ€™m a stocker but also an adventurer. I have bought a lot of mixed cases lately. I have run out of cooler space and need to build some more racks so I have toned down a bit over the last couple of weeks also.
Still waiting on reviews and recommendations for large wine coolers.
October 16, 2006

Chris from NY
my last five favorites are as followed, 1986 Cos d’Estournel,Martinelli Jackass, Turley Zin, Quimera( is there a better 25 dollar wine than that?) and the 99 Cims De Porrera. That was besides the great wines i tasted at the Super Tasting.
October 16, 2006

EJ
QOD– the last 4 favorite wines:

2003 Achaval Ferrer Quimera
2002 Justin Isosceles
2003 Forman Cab
2004 Lis Neris Pinot Grigio

Can’t wait to try the Chat Haut Gardere and the Clio that are new additions to the cellar. Had tasted the El Nido at the Super Tasting and that was OUTSTANDING! but out of my price range to enter the cellar.

Tony, I am also like your number 2 person in that i like to sample many different wines. In fact, I am often wandering the racks at WL to leave with a bottle or 2, or place on hold for pickup a wine that got a Vaynernod from the night before, as opposed to buying cases of the same wine. If I do find one in particular that are heads above the others, I will by a couple of bottle to store for special occasions when I can introduce those wines that are “perfect for me” to others.

Everyone, enjoy the Jets victory and our victory as well. Cheers! and thank you Gary.

Go Giants!!!!
October 16, 2006

Dan G.
Brandon. Were you serious? Man Zona’is choking big time!
October 16, 2006

Rick
Hi
My everyday wines
Columbia Crest Merlot
Delicato Shiraz
Alice White Cabernet/Shiraz
Concha Y Toro Carmenere Diablo
Dom Ste Michelle Blanc de Blanc
October 16, 2006

Greg
Well the Jets tried to lose, they just could not get it right. Now the Steelers KFA.

QOTD:
2003 Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz $10(nice spice, pepper licorice)
2005 Davinci Chianti $10 (a nicely balanced wine, nothing remarkable but good)
1999 Uvaguilera Aguilera Palomero $40 (a nice, refined wine)
2001 Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah $14 (I liked this best of all for the money)
October 17, 2006

Darrell T.
i must admit I’m a FISH fan but for free shipping I’ll root for the JETS, and it paid off. Big order coming.
5 fovorite wines:
The Prisoner
Quimera
Turley Zinfandel
San Felipe Cabernet Sauv.
Dr Loosen Reisling

I live in eagles land now and they were out coached on sunday
October 17, 2006

Rich S
Great episode as always GV. I am happy your Jets were able to hold off the Dolphins this weekend but things won’t be as easy when the Bears come to down and beat down on them. ) I hope you guys are watching the greatest comeback in the history of MNF. Chicago Bears 24-23 miracle comeback win. Unreal!!!!!

Anyway, the 4 wines that I have been enjoying lately are:

2003 Lucky Country (Australian shiraz/cab)
2001 Delorimier Mosaic (CA meritage)
2000 Tomaiolo Chianti Classico Riserva
2004 Abandon of Sonoma (CA Chardonnay)

GO BEARS!!!!
October 17, 2006

Brandon M
AND THERE IT IS…I TOLD YOU!!!!
October 17, 2006

MarcT
Da Bears
October 17, 2006

garyv
DID that just happen, looks like Bears will have their first lost at the hands of the JETS
October 17, 2006

Brandon M
uh…no
October 17, 2006

MarcT
OK…how about free shipping and 15% off if the Jets beat the Bears?

That is a pretty good bet for WL

Sorry Gary but I don’t think it will happen.

Go Falcons!!! Don’t ask about yesterday!!!
October 17, 2006

Brandon M.
EVERY football fan in this BLOG needs to look up at comment #61…that was the single greatest call I have ever made!!!!

B
October 17, 2006

Dan G.
Cant believe Arizona offense collapsed like that. Anyhow heres my qotd answer:

01 Guigal CDP man gotta love this stuff like Tony does
01 Sori’ Paitin Barbaresco
04 Bodegas Arrocal – thx GaryV
00 Mapema
99 Elvio Cogno Barbera
October 17, 2006

Brandon M.
MarcT…the fights were great, I am just very dissapointed that a Pride guy comes in and whoops up on Franklin like that. My next call is Monson killing Silvia at ARCO. Cannot wait!

B
October 17, 2006

PattyO
Chuck W (#50) – thanks for the idea to use the spreadsheet. That would cover the wines that I picked from the WLTV episodes – but I still need an idea to deal with the WL choices I bought that aren’t on WLTV (thus, not on the spreadsheet) yet…
E (#53) – no sparkle – just still Vouvray. I like the price and I agree that it’s interesting – definitely more dry than you might guess – but perfect for picnic fare (tough, yeasty bread, cured meats, old cheese, olives….) and we also drink quite a lot of Muscadet for the same reason. It’s a GREAT value and still rather “undiscovered” French treasure I think.
October 17, 2006

Tony
MarcT,

The Guigal after two hours in a decanter? Pure ambrosia. Lilacs, honeysuckle and roses. Incredibly, stunningly floral. I have NEVER smelled a wine like that. Practically knocked me down with the floral aromas. Even tonight, after being open 24 hours, it was delicate, floral and stunning, like the finest, most subtle perfume. Anyone who hasn’t had this wine needs to buy a bottle with the free shipping.
October 17, 2006

Brandon M.
Tonights MNF Wine:

2004 ZD Reserve Chardonnay
14.5% Alchohol
No malo which gives it a pure Chardonnay flavor. Definitely no butter, crisp and clean, yet silky smooth, almost honey dew…very tasty.

The back of the bottle says it was aged for 16 months in small American oak barrels and I should not operate heavy machinery after consumption.

B
October 17, 2006

Seth - MacGeek
1. on the Cheap Hess estate cabernet
2. On the more Expensive Hess Select Cabernet
3. Kendall Jackson Merlot (inexpensive)
4 5 6.. I am still waiting!

seth
October 17, 2006

Tony manning
Free shipping. Order is on the way!!
Thanks Gary.
http://www.thewineglass.net
October 17, 2006

JohnM
Gary-
Thanks for the free ship code. In for a case.
October 17, 2006

Chris
QOD:
1. 2000 Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon
2. 2004 Neal Family Zinfandel — I’m a huge zin fan and I adore the chocolate quality to this wine
3. 2004 Lagar de Cervera AlbariÃ±o RÃas Baixas
4. 2004 Three Miners Pinot Noir Earnscleugh Valley
5. 1995 Schramsberg Vineyard Blanc de Blancs
October 17, 2006

tampasteve
Free shipping and only 88 comments???? I bet Gary has gotten more orders than that. I thought there would be a lot more comments than that, especially when you consider that a dozen of those posts alone are from Brandon M (nothing but love there Brandon).Free shipping and only 88 comments???? I bet Gary has gotten more orders than that. I thought there would be a lot more comments than that, especially when you consider that a dozen of those posts alone are from Brandon M. Come on guy’s, this is FREE SHIPPING you are getting here. Everyone who orders should at least come out and say a big THANK YOU to Gary.
October 17, 2006

tampasteve
I hate that you can’t edit mistakes on post here. Let’s try that one again: Free shipping and only 88 comments???? I bet Gary has gotten more orders than that. I thought there would be a lot more comments than that, especially when you consider that a dozen of those posts alone are from Brandon M(nothing but love there Brandon). Come on guy’s, this is FREE SHIPPING you are getting here. Everyone who orders should at least come out and say a big THANK YOU to Gary.
October 17, 2006

SonicGG
Great episode, I’m truly sad I can’t take advantage of the free shipping….
Some wines that have made me say “ahhh, ummmm” lately would be:
1 and 2 – Without a doubt Cheval Blanc ‘66 and Mouton ‘86. Wonderful B-day dinner for the Cheval with wild pigeon. The mout. was only a single taster glass but still a great chance to understand Bourdeaux.
3 and 4 – I’m a newbie to wine all around so my first tastes of Amarone and Dolcetto D’Alba (sorry didn’t note the producers) had me pining for more.
5 and 6 – Some nice QPRs: Torbreck’s Woodcutter Shiraz and K Vintner’s red “House Wine”. Both knocked me over for the price.
Cheers,
GG
October 17, 2006

EileenB
Hey Gary, thanks for the free shipping! Made a lurker feel guilty for not posting, so here goes…

QOD –

1) Justin Isosceles 2001
2) Phelps Insignia 2001
3) Quercetto Chianti Res 2001

BTW, I have to comment on your ‘listerine’ swish tasting technique… I actually tried this with Nobilo Sauv Blanc, and was appalled at how it turned my favorite everyday wine into a sour shuddering blech bomb. What gives? Is my favorite really that bad, or do I need a wine-tasting 101 course in my near future?
October 17, 2006

Bill T.
Thanks for the free shipping code …it was very much appreciated! My order is in.
My last 5 wines were all from wine library and some were your referals…
1. Charles Creek Merlot Miradero 2002 (the Sat. night special this week, really love this wine!)
2. Razon Valsacro 2004 (totally agree with your review)
3. Campbells Rutherglen Tokay (very nice dessert wine)
4. Coppola Merlot 2003 (a nice “school night” wine)
5. Dr. Loosen Riesling 2004 (another “school night” wine)
October 17, 2006

Steve B
Go Bears! Never give up on the Bears D.

Still trying to finalize my order with Free Shipping. Thanks Garv!

Looking forward to the bloggers’ special episode. We’ve been pumping up WLTV almost since it’s inception.

Steve B
blog.thegrapenuts.net
October 17, 2006

Dan G.
Yeah Sonic I know what you mean about not being able to use free shipping. Damn state laws anyway. Time to move.
October 17, 2006

Eugene
Gary,
Thank you very much! I am quickly becoming a Jets fan.

I really enjoyed the following wines:

Ferrari Carano Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Bodega Muga Rioja Reserva 2001
Bodega Muga Blanco 2004
Chateau Gloria 2002
Dry Creek Old vines Zinfandel 2001

My favorite number is bigger than yours!
October 17, 2006

Bruce
ChrisR, you list the Stefano Farina Barolo 2001 that you have had recently. I have a couple bottles and was going to wait a year or so to drink. Sounds like you really liked it? Do you think it is ready now or should I wait a while longer?

EileenB – Same question for you about the 2001 Insignia

Thanks,

Bruce
October 17, 2006

Grasshopper
I would like to thank my “Wine Sensei” GV and the Jets for the free shipping offer. It was what finally made me pull the trigger on a mixed case from WL. I put together a selection of wines that my “Sensei” has liked in the show and will have fun tasting to see if I agree with the Master.

Grasshopper
October 17, 2006

Sam Zen
No offense, played their worst game of the season, and they still pull out a victory… BEAR DOWN, CHICAGO BEARS…
October 17, 2006

The Godfather
QOD:
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Patty O,

I think I can help you. I continue to maintain my “actual” spreadsheet (which I then use to maintain the web SS). I do this because it allows me to do other things including creating a separate worksheet that, I believe, does exactly what you’re asking for. Essentially, it’s a page that lists ONLY the wines that I’ve purchased (both WLTV and non-WLTV) along with my “wish list”. I’ve added/deleted some columns that I think make sense (i.e. Qty purchased, Qty remaining, and Date 1st drank). And since itâ€™s excel, it can be formatted to print nicely.

If you authorize Gary to send me your email address, I can forward it to you so that you can see what I’m talking about. Iâ€™ve already done this for quite a few notable VaynIACS.

P.S. someday, when WLTV explodes, my original SS will be like the Ty Cobb baseball card.
October 17, 2006

hinrgman
Made it on another website

free shipping is out there now

http://blog.thegrapenuts.net/?page_id=64
October 17, 2006

The Godfather
QOD:
Amisfield Pinot Gris; Central Otago 2005 unlike any Pinot Gris I ever had
Ugo Leguio Barbaresco; Gallina 1998 this is the real deal
Manzone Barolo; Le Gramolere 1999 stacked and packed
Pesquera; Ribera del Duero 1994 genie in a bottle
Domaine Clavel; La Copa Santa 1998 2x the wine at 1/2 the price

I presently have 185 bottles in my cellar; vintages 1982 to 2004
October 17, 2006

TimF
EileenB — I tend to agree with you that you can over do it on the swishing. Gary really gets into it. I remember tasting a wine like I normally do, pulling air over my tongue. I hated it. My wife (who never spits) said, “Just drink it”. I did and the wine was wonderful. So I think the shwishing may be a little overrated.
October 17, 2006

Joe Po
Gary,
I’ve been away and have been catching up on episodes and #99 showed me that cynicism is pervading our society so that when something or someone genuine appears there must be a catch. You make us laugh , you make us ponder, keep up the excellent work. And by the way HAWAIIAN MANGOES ROCK!!!!
October 17, 2006

TimF
SS Chris: “someday, when WLTV explodes”?!? Did I miss something? Was the cover of the WSJ not enough for you?
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Gary V, Any possibility of a per bottle discount for those of us who are willing to pick up?

I know that I can simply have the order shipped for the exact same price. But that costs WL $3 more dollars per bottle. I’d rather pick up, and have the $3 shipping cost that I’m saving WL applied as a per bottle discount. Wouldn’t this be the same difference to WL?
October 17, 2006

TimF
Gary — What are the chances of you guys adding a ‘Wish List’ feature to the site, similar to what’s on Amazon? They probably have 1,000,000 patents on that “feature” though. I seem to remember wine.com having that at one time and now they don’t.
October 17, 2006

Julius
Denise (#62)- It shouldn’t bother you that Gary didn’t give a favorable review to a wine that you enjoy. While I will question some of the things that he says, he’s definitely right on when he says it doesn’t matter what Parker, WS or he think about a wine, it’s YOUR palate that counts (which has been seconded by several postings in previous episodes). And if you’re looking for vindication, Decanter gave it a recommendation and 4 stars.

QOTD – In no particular order:
Falesco Montiano 2000
Penfolds Bin 707 Cab Sauv 1998
Mollydooker Maitre Dâ€™ Cab Sauv 2005
Clarendon Hills Blewitt Springs Vineyards Grenache 2001
Franciscan Magnificat Meritage 2001
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
TimF, Just for that, you won’t be getting a signed copy of the original SS to auction off on eBay. LOL

You got me…I was just shading the truth as a set up to my stupid Honus Wagner joke.

On a serious note, the last time GV mentioned it, WLTV was north of 10,000 viewers. (Gary, what the latest on this figure??). I think that WLTV is so compelling, informative and entertaining that the word or mouth gives it the potential to grow dramatically from that number. IMHO
October 17, 2006

Jason R.
My order is in this morning. A couple Bottles of the 2003 Marquis D’Alesme Becker that I had been eyeing for Months to go with some 2000’s I have. Gary said that he tasted it for me at his “Party” and said that it was solid. I will see what it is like in 5-10. Rest of order is some QPR’s. I may get in trouble with this order as I have another order placed last Friday as well. Oh well – She will have to get over it.. hehe
October 17, 2006

Susan
Gary-
I did not know LizV is your wife!
Oh my! You better be nice to her in ALL of your episodes!
Once again….
What is with the Airborne? Why was it included and where are you flying to?
October 17, 2006

Julius
Tony (#18) – Great question. I’m sure that Gary will address it on the next episode. I agree with Danko in regard to there being so many great wines, so as with you, I tend to buy lots of different wines. But when I find one that is so good that it demands revisiting, I will, cost and availability permitting, buy more. Whenever possible, I will try to taste the wines before purchase, and have been able to decide right away which ones to buy in quantity. In New York, without a lot of restrictions in the # of wines a shop may offer for tasting, that task is easier than in some other states (like NJ).
October 17, 2006

Russ J
Great episode, Gary. Jean Georges? I agree that Madison M is very cute, but tough to beat that, LizV!

Bruce (#97), I opened, and drank, a bottle of the’01 Farina Barolo by mistake (thought it was a similar looking ‘93-DUH!) a few months ago and it was really nice, but if you can stand it, I would wait 3-4 more years.

QOTD:
Seghesio Old Vine Zin ‘02-smooth, rich, tremendous.
Chionetti Dolcetto Di Dogliani ‘04-super dry, good with food.
Keller Estate Sonoma Pinot ‘02-good fruit, good structure, better now than in ‘05. Wish I had more.
Nobilo Pinot Gris ‘04- Who wanted an interesting Pinot Grigio? This one was funky with a dark gold color unlike any other I have seen/tasted.
Norton Malbec Reserve ‘03-solid school night wine.
October 17, 2006

Tom T.
GV,
I always decant my red wines for at least an hour. Is it possible to over-decant a wine?
Thanks,
Tom
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Gary, I agree wholeheartedly with TimF request for a ‘Wish List’ feature.

Get Sir Brian W and Lord John K on it…STAT!!

Right now, I have a separate tab on my SS that includes what I own along w/ my wish list.
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Gary, One more regarding the Wish List’ request. If there is some kind of patent on that, I think I have a possible solution that’s not as good as a Wish List, but better that the current set-up.

Simply allow us to keep items in our CARTS with zero quantity entered. That way we could check out the items we’re ready to buy now, but the “zero’d out” items would remain in our CARTS.

Sir Brian…Sir Brian…Sir Brian…Sir Brian!!!!!
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
Hey Yo Gary (in the Rocky voice)

Great episode!!!

Top 5 recent wines:

1) 2003 Edge Cabernet – Great wine for the money
2) 2004 Christoffel Spatlese* Urziger Wurzgarten Riesling – Not a fan of white wines, but had this at the super tasting and was blown away
3) 2004 Bonny Doon Muscat de Glacier (dont know about the spelling) – delicious desert wine
4) 2003 Warre’s port – also had this at the super tasting and you were right on….its AMAZING!
5) 2004 Castillero del Diablo – Carmenere – Best bottle of wine I’ve ever had under $10.

QOD: Is this free shipping offer your having, one of a kind? Or will you periodically offer free shipping to your faithful, devoted WLTV viewers and more importantly WLTV bloggers???? I can tell you right now, by offering free shipping….its an incentive for people to spend more money, which is better for you.
October 17, 2006

Julius
You probably can overdecant a wine, but it’s really tough to say how much time qualifies as overdecanting. Consider the following from Parker:

“One of the interesting things at Dominus is that when I do my tastings they open and decant the same wines the day before, and the wines with extended aeration always reveal more complexity and sweeter tannin than the just opened bottles, a characteristic purchasers should take into consideration. Decanting several hours in advance is recommended.”

I have on more than one occasion left an unfinished bottle open for a couple of days and found the wine to be so much more enjoyable with the extended breathing time. But you have to be careful with what wines you select to do it.
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
HEY EVERYBODY!!!!

HERE IS The ITALIAN STALLION’S MYSPACE BLOG:

http://blog.myspace.com/iamtheitalianstallion

let’s blog about Wine and Gary and WLTV!!!!!

-Stallion
October 17, 2006

Julius
Thought this might be of interest to some of the vloggers out there (who don’t subscribe to WS Online).

“A toast to 10 Years on the Web! Wine Spectator Online turned 10 years old this month and to celebrate this milestone we’ve decided to offer free access to all visitors until Oct. 31.”
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Julius, thanks for your answer on ‘overdecanting’.

Two more questions that you may have answered peviously:

Also any suggestions for a wine refrigerators?

What do you suggest for storing open wines..VacuVin? Ian Dorin, great guy @ WL gave me a great low-tech suggestion. He had me buy a half bottle w/screw top and he said to use that to store wine because there would be less air than in the full bottle. Seems to be working well…any thoughts?

BTW, the half bottle Ian recommended was excellent, the ‘03 Garretson The Craic Syrah…ordered some more full bottles. RP-92
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
Hey Chris……I was in your shoes in May and I did EXTENSIVE RESEARCH on this and bought the Haier 42 bottle model….it actually received excellent reviews from Consumer Reports, it received the best reviews for a unit thats under $700….here’s the one I got:

http://www.shop.com/op/~Haier_42_Bottle_Premier_Series_Wine_Cooler_(MF_HVF042ABL)-prod-35647773-47323276?sourceid=298

I have had it since the summer time and it works amazing!!! I have an additional scientific thermometer in the cellar to make sure that the temperature is always at the desired level. This fridge maintains the temp perfectly. I HIGHLY reccommend this fridge.

Hope this helps

-Stallion
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
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October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
i think something is wrong with the blog section….i keep trying to post a respons to SS Chris and it doesn’t show up….but everytime I try and re-post, it says suplicate entry…..anyone have any clues?
October 17, 2006

Brandon M
Everything seems fine here
October 17, 2006

Brandon M
Italian…dig the myspace page, I had no idea a new Rocky movie was coming out.
Did they have to use such cheesy music on the movies though? Hearts on fire…cmon!

B
October 17, 2006

Michael P
I’ve been drinking a lot of Cotes du Rhone lately & just recently tried the 2003 Noblaie Chinon Rouge. The Chinon was on GV’s recommendation w/pizza & it absolutely KILLED!!!

My 4 favs
Tardieu-Laurent Cotes du Rhone Les Becs Fins 2004
Domaine La Roquette 2003
2003 Noblaie Chinon Rouge
Domaine La Fontaine Lirac
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
LOL…..It may have cheesy music, BUT…it is a ROCKY movie. I am sure its going to be great
October 17, 2006

michael w
1. 97′ Phelps Insignia
2. 03′ Pride “Vintner Select Cuvee” Merlot
3. 02′ Mersault Permire Cru [not sure of the producer/ bottle at home]
4. 02′ Lewis “Alec Blend”
5. 03′ Don Melchor [needs time]

Great episode!
October 17, 2006

Arnold
QOD: Love the languedoc region, my wife’s family is down there and we go once a year. September and October is when they release the new wine, it’s like heaven:
2003 Chateau de la Liquiere Faugeres
1999 Virginie Viognier
2002 Chateau Cabezac Minervois Cuvee Arthur
2003 Mas Des Avylans Cuvee Prestige Syrah

Thanks for the free shipping Gary, you got me rooting for the Jets too and I hate football.
October 17, 2006

George G
Great episode. Looking forward to trying the Chianti and Chat Haut Gardere w/ the FREE SHIPPING.

Last top five bottles:
01 Charles Creek Cab
01 Consilience Petite Sirah
99 Havens Bourriquot Red
04 Delisio Quaterback Red
04 Cotes Du Rhone Cuvee Romaine

G
October 17, 2006

TommyG
Gary-

Really like it when you take a stand and make it personal. Why would you ever apologize for a 97 pt. rating?

When are you going to do a show about your wifes favorite wines? There is a good future QOD!

Recent favorites: Weingut Kurt Hain Piesporter Riesling Spatlese
Moncalvina Moscato D’Asti
Eagle Rock Niagara ( a Pennsylvania wine!!! )

JETS 3-3 on the way to 6-10, but don’t worry about Matty Van, Bills won’t be any better!
October 17, 2006

SeanM
Gary, Thanks for accidentally answering the question I asked three times. The way you made the Chat Haut Gardere told me all I need to know.

Well it looks like the Jets made up some ground on the Pats, who had a bye week.

I guess Karma dictates that I can’t use the free shipping, I live in a ‘felony’ state for shipped wine.

QOD
xxxx Laurel Ridge late harvest Semillion I’m so mad I can’t get back there for more.
2003 Pend D’Oreille L’OEuvre
2004 Thorn Clarke Shotfire Ridge Shiraz Barossa Valley
2003 Colonia Las Liebres Bonarda Mendoza

Brandon, you went back to one bottle of the Solera? You are gonna be SO disappointed when it’s gone. Look at me pining for more of the Laurel Ridge dessert wine, trust me, I know.
October 17, 2006

joe
Que SeraSyrah (post 45):

I noticed your last “adorable” wine lineup too and salivated. Sea Smoke is my all time fav Pinot (outside of Burgundy) and 2Hands and Christoffell are awesome. Last weekend was a bit out of the ordinary, my wife’s 40th birthday and we consumed those wines over 2 back-to-back celebrations. She is worth it….although my philosophy is life is too short to drink “vin Ordinare” – so we rarely open an ordinary wine any day.

I though for sure you would have an Ojai Syrah on your list!

Joe
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Stallion…whaddup?? I’m waiting for your response…keep trying.

Here’s my top 3 ranking of Rocky movies: I, III, IV…agree??
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
STALLION, never mind I see you comment now, although the one you sent with just the exclamation point which was sent after definitely showed up first.

I think the delay is because you included a LINK and they do some kind of check to make sure it’s not something pornographic or something.

Anyway, thanks for the advice….VERY MUCH APPRECIATED!!!
October 17, 2006

Steve B
hinrgman,

The blog you linked to in comment #102 is the one I do with my brother-in-law. We’ve written several posts about Wine Library, WLTV and Gary. Check them out.

We also use Wine Library for a lot of the wines we buy for our Grape Nuts tastings. All the results are on the blog. Enjoy.

Steve B
blog.thegrapenuts.net
October 17, 2006

Brandon M
SeanM…went back to one bottle beacause I picked up the La Cueva Del Contador and didn’t want Denyce to get to pissed at me for spending too much!

B
October 17, 2006

Julius
Yes I did previously post something about wine storage units, but I’m more than happy to go over it again. First of all, They are expensive, no matter which way you go. It seems as if the companies that manufacture them think that people (like us) that buy enough wine to need a place to keep it have deep pockets. I live in an apartment in Manhattan, so space and noise are important considerations. I ultimately bought a Eurocave unit. It operates like a refrigerator (coolant flows thrugh its walls) so it is very quiet and can be placed almost anywhere. They come in different sizes, holding from 100-600 bottles, and are probably the most expensive way to go (I bought mine before the market crashed). Another type of unit (with forced air cooling) is noisier and may need space for air movement would be more suitable for those who have a basement or garage. they are usually less expensive. If your requirement aren’t too large (less than 100 bottles) Haier makes several units, either free standing or built-in. Hope that helps.

Regarding the left-over wine question, I do use the Vacuvin system, but as Gary had alluded to long ago, wine is tough. Depending on the wine, simply recorking the bottle will keep the wine very much drinkable for a few days, and I’m sure that’s more than enough time to finish it. The one case where I would be concerned about an unfinished bottle would be a VERY old vintage (’59 Bordeaux for example). Any lengthy amount of time exposed to the air could allow the wine to lose its “charm.” A wine like that would be best opened when you know it will be be gone in short order.

Sorry for my verbosity.
October 17, 2006

tampasteve
I have a EuroCave and love it. If you are going to buy one I have a suggestion….buy bigger than you think you will need.
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Julius, Absolutely not overly verbose. Thanks very much for re-positing. My apologies for the redundant request.
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
SS Chris,

I see the link now…..nice…..its only a 42 bottle one so if you want bigger I found (through extensive research) that the Eurocave is the best one. By the way….my order:

Rocky IV…Rocky I…Rocky II and III are tied. Rocky IV is my favorite movie all time so it goes without saying that’s my favorite Rocky. Love Drago and the training montage..

-Stallion
October 17, 2006

TimF
Italian Stallion: C’mon. I can respect the fact that you like the Rocky films despite the sham Rocky V was but you lost me on your rankings! IV in front of I?!? That’s crazy talk. I was an actual good movie. IV was a bunch of pop/propoganda crap (even though it’s better than the other three). Go watch Rocky I again. It’s not a boxing movie, it’s a love story.
October 17, 2006

GOL
QOD – In no particular order
2003 Paul Hobbs Richard Dinner Vineyard Chardonnay
2003 Martinelli Seven Mules Vineyard Pinot Noir
Villa Mt Eden Orange Muscat
2003 Kelly’s Revenge Shiraz (Thomas Hardy & Sons)

QOD2 – 24232017

TimF – I have been keeping a “wish-list” on WL’s site simply by using the shopping cart. I sometimes have problems with the quantity, but it is fairly easy to edit. I had been waiting to turn it into an order until next month, when the TEAM OF DESTINY goes into NJ for their tenth win of the season, but GV and WL just delivered XMAS a month early to all us Chi-area Vayniacs, so my order is going in today

GV – Seriously, it is so generous of you and WL to do this, can’t thank you enough. FREE SHIPPING is HUGE like URLACHER for those of us who can’t find a lot of the wines you taste on WLTV and sell at the store

Question for GV – Was the code the score of the Jets-Dirty Fish game or a prediction for when DA BEARS come to town… 201-7, DA BEARS (with DITKA driving da bus)?
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Stallion, Haier also has a 102 bottle model. Did your research find something wrong w/ that unit as compared to the EuroCave?

Your too young to have experienced going to the theater for the first Rocky…it’s success was so unexpected at the time..nobody even knew Sylvester Stallone. Of course the future Rocky’s could never have that “freshness” advantage.
October 17, 2006

Bill Ross
Thanks for the free shipping code; it was a good chance to get a mixed case of QPRs. Hope it will be good for WL business and you will do it again and again.
Viticcio ‘01 CCR, Lucius
Cims de Porrera ‘99 Classic
La Palazzola ‘00 Merlot
Morgante ‘01 Don Antonio Nd’A
Muga ‘01 Rioja Reserva

Also, Julius Comment #108: I really enjoyed Magnificat, but attributed much of it to pleasant situation. It was a favorite.
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
There weren’t any consumer report reviews on the Haier 102 bottle model. I would feel confident in it though because the same company that makes Haier is the same company that makes Kenmore, and Kenmore is a reliable product.

As for the Rocky comment…If I wanted to watch a love story I would watch Ghost or the Notebook or Titanic for that matter…Rocky IV has it all….his best friend gets killed by this Russian with super human strength. Rocky, though scared, vows his best friends death. He trains the old fashioned way, going back to the roots. Whereas on the total flipside, Drago trains high-tech with sophisticated machinery and of course, Steroids. It’s a true battle between muscle and heart. The training montage is amazing….and the music is incredible. I feel like I can work out for days after watching Rocky IV. Rocky I is an amazing movie, no doubt about that. I however like Rocky IV the best…its personal preference.

Also…Chris: me being young doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate Rocky as much, if not more than the next guy. I am without a doubt, the BIGGEST Rocky fan out there. I had the fortune of meeting Stallone 3 years ago at the GNC in Herald Square. I got there 7 am, and he was scheduled to arrive at 12 pm. I missed my math final to do so. If anything, I feel that I have MORE appreciation for Rocky than the people who saw the original in the theaters, and I will tell you why…..Rocky embodies determination, will power and heart. A true testament to never counting out the underdog. I started watching Rocky at the young age of 5 yrs old, literally watching it everyday. I grew up with that “Rocky” mentality of NEVER, EVER giving up. The people who were already grown up and saw that movie witnessed Rocky’s mentality…becuase I grew up watching it, I was branded with that mentality.

That’s like saying Gary’s not as big of a JETS fan as someone who’s older because he wasn’t around when they won their last super bowl…..

-Stallion
October 17, 2006

Lawrence Leichtman
“76 Dr. Tanisch Ausleses. What a heavenly bottle.
Did a vertical tasting of Leoville Las Cases and my favorites were 1986, 1975, 2003
The Saints and Sinners Viognier you recommended is still one of my favorite whites lately

The dirty socks smell you mentioned with the third wine I sometimes associated with Brett contamination. I am particularly sensitive to Brett and was wondering if that could have been in that funky nose you described?
October 17, 2006

QueSeraSyrah
Joe (post 135, this is getting hard to keep track of… maybe in a few months there will be a better user interface for these comments):
You sure do know how to throw a celebration! How was the Priorat and the Hourglass? As for the Ojai, I haven’t had one in a while and although I do enjoy their Syrah’s, I wouldn’t say I adore them. =p Looking forward to trying the Olson Ogden Syrah courtesy of this free shipping (btw… when does this promotion end?)
October 17, 2006

Brandon M
Well put Stallion…except the good music part
October 17, 2006

TimF
Re: wish list comments from everyone. I don’t want the wish list for myself, but my parents and in-laws always ask me what I want (Christmas, birthdays, etc). My reply is always wine. But they don’t have the first clue as to what kind. So it would be really easy to point them to winelibrary.com and see a wish list…
October 17, 2006

TimF
Rocky I: Music was better than IV. The best part was that he lost, but he didn’t get knocked out.
Rocky IV: Not as good as the first because the boxing wasn’t as “real” and it was all about revenge.

“Ding, ding.:
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
GO STALLION….GO!! I appreciate your passion.

BTW, I’m not questioning your passion or appreciation in ANY way. I’m AGREEING with you and my point is that it’s a shame that someone as passionate as you about Rocky was not able to experience the whole Rocky I thing….it was AWESOME. You deserve that more than ANYONE. I was 12 or 13 at the time and saw it with a bunch of buddies. We were all so pumped afterwords. Anyway, that experience (as well as the movie) will make Rocky I my favorite forever. Anyway, hope we’re square and you understand that we’re really agreeing.

thanks again for the info on Haier!!
October 17, 2006

tampasteve
If you are considering a EuroCave go to the Wine Enthusiast Outlet http://www.wineenthusiast.com/E/results.asp?Ep=N/63+173&uid=8B8FF2AD-DEF8-43EE-9C71-CB61DDC99A2A Both my neighbor and I bought our 260 count units from there. Mine has such a small scratch on the side that it was laughable, and I saved hundreds of bones. They are very good at describing exactly what if anything is flawed on the unit.
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
LOL….Chris, of course we’re square…your the man. Rocky is a great movie. No prob with the info. I just want to be as helpful as I can, because there is very little information on the net about which wine fridge is the best. So I went through all that crap so I could pick the BEST one. I am the type of person that will research and find out everything I can about something before I buy it. This way I know what the best is, and then I get it. The Haier 42 bottle and the GE model (i think 45 bottle, which can be found at the bestbuy website) got the best reviews….but I truly believe that the other Haier model will do just fine. I actually saw that one, but didn’t get it because it was too big and I didn’t have enough room for it. Let me know if you have any other questions, because I may be able to help

-Stallion
October 17, 2006

TimF
Would be funny to see GaryV do a video montage of him tasting, and doing work around the store to the tune of ‘Hearts on Fire’…
October 17, 2006

PattyO
SSChris (#101) – THANKS! I will definitely request Gary to send you my e-address. I’m looking forward to using what you’ve got going and I really appreciate you sharing it!

Eileen (#92) – I have definitely noticed what you mentioned with the “swishing” – how I think of it is like this. I think swishing (because it puts the wine into contact with every possible sense perceptor and taste bud in the whole mouth and tongue) is like taking off the clothes, girdle (yikes!), makeup and everything from a woman! Whatever is REALLY there is going to be revealed! And frankly – for everybody’s enjoyment, it’s sometimes better to keep it all under wraps! The better the wine, the more it can stand up to the “naked assessment” that swishing reveals – only the super-models can really take it!

Tom T – over decanting – My husband and I did a “test” last week on this exact question. We took a bottle of ‘95 Temperanillo, Reserva, classic old-world Spanish wine. We decanted and then tasted it immediately and then intermitently over the next 30 hours. The benefits of the decanting started to kick in after about 2 – 3 hours and it got progressively better up through about 15 hours – then it started to decline and by 30 hours it was BAD. Obviously, the makeup of the wine, the age, the variety, etc. would affect all of these factors but I think there’s definitely a curve.
October 17, 2006

Italian Stallion
TimF..that is hilarious. I would love to see Gary do those things to the Rocky IV training montage or hearts on fire…..Hey Gary if your reading this…that should be next on the show
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
Tampa Steve, thanks for that info….I luv saving hundreds for little scratches that nobody sees
October 17, 2006

Joe P.
GV,
Thanks so much for the shipping code! I wasn’t a Jets fan before, but now… GO JETS! What’s on tap if they win the Super Bowl? The five wines I’ll enjoy soon are ones I just ordered from you. Heat episode?
October 17, 2006

Julius
One thing to keep in mind on those wine cellars, Eurocave or any of the others. They LIE. The capacity is always less than what they say it is, so if possible, plan to buy a larger unit than you think you need. I think they determine the capacity based on total inner dimensions, with the bottles stacked on each other with no shelves or racks. But we know thats not practical. I, like tampasteve, have a Eurocave260, but based my shelf arrangement (combination of sliding and fixed), it only holds 200 at best.
October 17, 2006

Nathan N
Thanks for the free shipping. It made it easy to get approval from my wife.
QOD
October 17, 2006

Nathan N
Fogot to answer QOD
1. Montes Alpha 03 Cab
2. Silver Oak Napa 01 Cab
3. Hogue Genesis 01 Cab
4. Three Miners Pinot Noir
October 17, 2006

SS Chris
JULIUS, thanks for that important heads-up

STALLION, Trust me, I’m the same way…I think you get an idea how thorough and anal I am from the SS. LOL

TAMPA STEVE, When I click on that link, it brings to a place where they all seem to be new (unscratched). Is there a specific place on that site where I’m supposed to go??
October 17, 2006

Kahuna
Rocky 1 is a better movie over all BUT If you were age 14-21 and saw Rocky 4 in the theatre during the height of the Cold War you know its the only movie that people were jumping out of their seats chearing and chanting USA during. It is my only movie memory of the 80’s along with MIDNIGHT SHOWINGS OF ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW! drinking everyones favorite wine BOONSFARM & Maddog 20/20(which I am not sure what it was)

So Stallion I will go with you on that Rocky 4 thought.
October 17, 2006

John Manzi
How long does the free shipping code last?
I need to wait until the 20th to order.
You know, credit card considerations. Will it last thru the week?
Thanks,
John M.
October 17, 2006

mikep
Gary
Congrats on your JETS. Another great episode. It is appreciated that you cover various price points. Keep up the good work.

Robert Mondavi Eagles Peak Merlot
Mandolino Rossato 2002
Riondo Prosecco
Twenty Rows The Grappler
montcigale 2005
Thanks MIKE P
October 17, 2006

mikep
TO ALL

Notice some wonderings about Wine Fridges Just Picked up a little unit in of all places Target
it is an AVANTI Wine Cooler. It holds 12 bottles ( I bought 2) and was on sale for 99 from 129. It is a Thermo electric refrigeration unit ie;no moving parts except for 2 small muffin fans (the type that cool your PC). It uses an electronic technology that creates refrigeration with out a compresser. Although it is not capable of much below 50 f it keeps wine at the right temp (I am finding out most whites are kept to cold and you don’t notice alot of the subtler flavors and reds to warm). If you like it colder a 1/2 hour in the fridge does it since the wine is at 50 already. It also takes up very little space 25h x 10d x 19d it unobtrusive, makes virtualy no noise except for the fans ,no vibration as not to shake up the sediment in reds and has removed the Wine clutter from our fridge. The only down side is it only holds 750 ml bottles and smaller and some of the longer Reislings don’t allow the door to close. This is a handy little unit.
Regards MIKE P
October 18, 2006

JayZee
Okay, my five faves from the past few months:

1) 2003 J. Bookwalter Merlot
2) 1996 Chateau Monbosquet
3) 2001 Panaretta Chianti
4) 1998 Chateau Lynch Bages
5) 2003 Boudreaux Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon

- JayZee
October 18, 2006

jesran
Recent Top 5 (all based on QPR…of course)

1) 2002 Chateau Peychaud Bordeaux $16
2) 2005 Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc $9
3) 2003 Lennards Crossing Shiraz $4
4) 2000 Chateau Meyney Bordeaux $40
5) 2003 Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon $16
October 18, 2006

Steve B
jesran, was that the 2003 CSM Indian Wells Cabernet? If so, I agree. It goes into my recent top 5.

My other top wines would be:
2005 Mollydooker ‘Two Left Feet’
2004 Hess Collection Napa Valley Chardonnay
2002 Bogle ‘Phantom’
2004 Novy Sonoma County Syrah

Steve B
blog.thegrapenuts.net
April 27, 2007

EvanK
Well my top 5 wine in the last month would be :

1:Chateau Pontet-Canet 2003 pauillac
2:Oliverhill “jimmy section shiraz” 2005 Mclaren vale
3:Warre’s Otima 10yr old Port
4:Columbia-crest Grand Estates 2003 Merlot
5:St.Francis 2003 Sonoma Cabernet

Thanks for keep on producing episodes and using countless bottle’s of your own stock, giving us watchers knowledge and joy for wine lovers every where!

Evan aka- Nizzle lol
July 20, 2007

Dave Canada
Hmmmm Favorite 4 wines recently:
1) 2000 Weinert Cabernet
2) Thirty Bench 2003 Pinot Noir
3) Stratus 2003 Riesling Icewine
4) 2001 Tignanello
September 21, 2009

John J.
qotd:[from last couple weeks, from most recent]
1. Tissot vin jaune Arbois 1999
2. Trimbach Muscat Alsace 2001
3. M. Chapoutier Banyuls vin doux natural 2004
4. E. Guigal Hermitage 2003
5. Mastino Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2003
fav number? 12.
Gary, congrats Jets beat Pats for 1st time in 8 or 9 years, and I’m curious to see how much you talk about that on the next episode. Btw, how about tackling a vin jaune episode? Or doing a blitz tasting on the different charbono’s out there?

Gary’s wine choices with a big JETS WIN! – Episode #108

Wines tasted in this episode:

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