Toro and Tuscany a Battle of Value Wine.

Toro and Tuscany a Battle of Value Wine. – Episode #123

November 7, 2006

Wines tasted in this episode:

2005 Bodegas Rejadorada Tinto
2003 Poggio Al Sole Trittico

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Today Gary tastes two wines that he recently had and really enjoyed. Watch as these two wines go head to head in a value driven showdown. Plus a new question of the day.

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September 24, 2009

John J.
qotd: fav between $10-13? not an easy question. Best I can remember would be Marquis de Fonseguille Vacqueyras 2006. I remember being really happy with it for the price I paid.
I’d also be really happy Gary if you tackled a vin jaune episode. One on tasting different charbono’s would be awesome too.
November 28, 2007

VinOrecul
Looking back..This is classic Vay-Ner-Chuk. He is putting down the future shows all right here.
November 1, 2007

Julian
The Toro from Rejadorada is another one that Bubble Brothers have recently tasted and decided to bring in to Ireland. A popular style all right; for something a bit different we’re also importing Otero’s 2004 Prieto Picudo crianza.
October 20, 2007

hd16141b
Big Yellow Cab $ 9.99 and Gnarly Head Red Zin $8.99 on sale
November 15, 2006

Seth - MacGeek
Hess select Cabernet! under $15.. Please taste it!
November 14, 2006

JayZee
QOD: The 2002 Castano Hecula and the 2004 Bodegas Arrocal. Perhaps there is something about Spain…
November 10, 2006

Wino4Life
Ambra Carmignano 04 (Tuscany)
Jim Barry “Lodge Hill” Shiraz 2003 or Riesling 2004 (Clare valley?, Auatralia)
Firriato ‘Chiaramonte’ Nero d’Avola 2004 (Sicily)

all right around $15
November 8, 2006

Dan C.
AnthonyS- I agree with you. It is a young wine that benefits from air. As Gary might say (if he is paying any attention to these comments) it has a lot of “structure”. I think it will drink well for several more years. Pretty exceptional for the price.

Just bustin’ your chops while you’re gone Gary, enjoy Paris.
November 8, 2006

AnthonyS
Dan C., I have had the Lyeth Meritage and feel that it was better after being open for a while. I definitely enjoyed it more the day after opening it.
November 8, 2006

Andy E
I am a long time lurker, first time poster! My favorite has to be Bodegas Arrocal. I ordered 6 bottles from WL and only have 1 left! No more to be found anywhere.
November 8, 2006

Lawrence Leichtman
Ditto here on the Arrocal Duero at Gary’s recommendation though I like many Beujolais that fall in the sam price point. Celebrated big victories last night with 1989 Dunn Howell Mountain. Still a huge wine but so nice.
November 8, 2006

Dan C.
Gary- #123 was a perfect, quick episode with two very different wines. Thanks.

QOD: $10-$13 wine is the 2002 Lyeth Meritage Red. Classy for the price ($11), silky finish, and the cool bottle makes a nice party gift.
November 8, 2006

AnthonyS
Michael P, I agree. The Lunada Cab/Merlot was a great value wine. I went through mine in no time this summer. I think I had 6 or 8 bottles.
November 8, 2006

97Brunello
Rick the Model?! Sounds like you’ve got a not-so-secret admirer Gary!
November 8, 2006

97Brunello
QOD: Sierra Cantabria Crianza-$12 Spanish. Can’t go wrong. (won’t find good California wines in that price range).

Even better, the Meerendal Shiraz for 8 bucks that Gary reviewed on WLTV earlier this year. Problem is, it is nowhere to be found! Get some more Gary!
November 8, 2006

Paul B
QOD:
Oreana “?” Chardonnay – $9.99, and
Oreana “?” Red Blend – $9.99.

Bought a case of each last year direct from the winery. $6 shipping – coast to coast. Very solid cheap, everyday wine.
November 8, 2006

Joe Po
The Seghesio Sonoma Zin ‘02 for $12 from WL of course. Always good prices with great flavor from this vineyard. Avoir et bon chance Gary.
November 8, 2006

Michael P
The Trittico is an outstanding wine. Have had 3 bottles & will def buy more.

QOD: The Lunada Cab/Merlot (out of stock..PLEASE get more ) & Hawks Crest Cab
November 8, 2006

Brandon M
JBelleJinx … I just figured
November 8, 2006

Jason R.
Miguelo – Yes, I am sad to say it is true. In the $10-$13 range I would have to go with my standby BV NAPA CAB. Of course I prefer the Rutherford Cab (typically both deliver as much as the Georges De Latour as I think that recent vintages of this have been lack luster). The BV NAPA CAB would only get an 85 from me when drank young, but the late 90’s that I am drinking now have really come around and I have been giving 88-89 on… Just love the dusty fruit!!!

Now if the QOD was $20-25 the game changes and I am stuck in Bordeaux for the next $30 bucks – $20-$50!!!
November 8, 2006

Andre
Definately the Domaine “La Garrigue” Cuvee Romaine. Great restrained fruit, terroir (WHAT!), and spice (yeah baby!). 9.99. Oh sorry Miguelo…don’t have one in the $10-13 price range. One that’s a little above, well in NYC at least…Bodegas Vizcarra “Roble” $14-15(in NYC) great restrained fruit (again, but a little more than the La Garrigue), nice chocolate notes as well. Amazing nose! Floral, fruity, and a hint of vanilla. My go-to gift wine. WL ought to carry it.
November 8, 2006

JBelleJinx
Hey….who says I’m not a man??? I’m the only kind of man that counts…a WO-MAN. yowza! Great epidsode for the price range Gary!
November 8, 2006

Miguelo DiMarco
And JASON R. – say it ain’t so! BV? The best between $10-$13? Are we talking Cab or Zin?

In the California “non-chalant” classification, wouldn’t you rather have a Ravenswood “County Series” or a Kenwood?
November 8, 2006

Miguelo DiMarco
Great brief episode. One can never have too many high-QPR recommendations and I like it when Italy and Spain get their due appreciation.

Some people missed the detail of the Q.O.D.: what’s the best wine between $10 and $13.
But I agree with SLICK NICK that Torres Sangre de Toro is all killer, no filler and the little plastic bull dangling from the foil is pretty cool. A wine for WL to consider carrying!

My choice in the price range is easily Masi Campofiorin -the first Ripasso- because of the Amarone “experience” it delivers for a fraction of the cost. It’s generally priced under $15, but can be found for $11 or $12, so it’s my answer and vote for election day.
November 8, 2006

DJA
My two favorites from opposite ends are:
1 Josef Leitz Dragonstone – a riesling
2. Villa Marie from New Zealand – a Sauvignon Blanc