Beaujolais Nouveau and Other Wines – Episode #129

November 16, 2006

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Wines tasted in this episode:

Today Gary Vaynerchuk tastes the Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau 2006 along with three other wines that were e-mailed to him. Pay attention to the new rule if you want to see a certain wine on WLTV. We wish all of you a great holiday.

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  1. November 17, 2006

    Italian Stallion

    Gary, I would really like you to try the following wine, becuase I would like to see if you had the same feeling on it as I did:

    Twenty Bench Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
    Type: Napa Cabernet
    Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2004 | Library Code: 7505

    -Stallion

  2. November 17, 2006

    Lynne

    Gary, How about an Ohio vs. Michigan ( Man, it hurts to even type that :) ) tasting in honor of one of THE biggest football games ever!!?

    GO BUCKS!!!

  3. November 17, 2006

    Lynne

    QOD: It’s one of only two I’ve ever visited. Schramsberg in Napa Valley. Never had had the sparkling wines before, either. The wine caves were cool and the guide demonstrated wine-sabering which was another first for me. The other winery we visited (about 45 minutes before closing) was Niebaum-Coppola Estates. I preferred all the Godfather memorabilia to the wines we got to taste that day. “Leave the gun. Take the cannoli.”

    Mrs. Vaynerchuck,
    What a beautiful meal. I’m sure it was enjoyed by all who got to partake. We viewers could only imagine.

  4. November 17, 2006

    GatorFan

    Gary, great episode! Keep it up. QOTD: Since I live on I-80 directly in between two great wine regions, I have to choose one from each side.

    In Sonoma, Kenwood wins hands down. Not only is the wine great, but if you play your cards right, they pour for you twice. (St. Supery in Napa has excellent wine–their meritage Elu is fantastic–but it’s always crowded). There’s a balance: when I walk into a winery, I don’t want to struggle to find space in the tasting room, but I don’t want to be the only one there, either.

    In El Dorado county, I have to go with Granite Springs. They have a great atmosphere, and the wine is affordable and gooood. Plus, they give you dark chocolate to taste with their port. Awesome!

  5. November 17, 2006

    I.B.

    Suggestion for a coming episode:

    CHENIN BLANC (3x DRY, 1x SWEET)
    $9,99: Dry Creek Chenin Blanc, Napa (19120)
    $13,99:Kanu Chenin Blanc Barrel Fermented 2004 (4921)
    $19,99:Domaine Du Closel Savennieres Clos Du Papillion 2004 (7392)
    $67,99:Foreau Vouvray Moelleux Reserv E 2003 (27229)

  6. November 17, 2006

    LevM

    I bought the Beaujolais Nouveau before I saw the video and had it with some duck and lamb. It was pretty tasty IMHO. The thing I like about it is the lively cherry flavor…its not full bodied and only 12% alcohol which makes it very drinkable (i had about half a bottle on my own). It has no legs as well. But the thing I really enjoyed about this years, is the nice caramel I tasted on the finish when I drank it on its own. So I think the 82 score was way off and people should at least try it. I dont think its for everyone though so if you are used to drinking darker wines daily, this will be weird for you. I think “personality goes a long way” in wines.
    QOTD- Clos Pegase …i dont remember the wine all that much, but the guy is an art collector and hes got some pretty wild sculptures around the property.

  7. November 16, 2006

    Bill Ross

    High fives to your Mom for the Turkey Day spread. Could almost smell it.

    With no experience visiting acclaimed wineries, Seghesio pops into my mind. Everything I’ve tried was a winner, and I think their ‘03 Sonoma County Zin is a top-rated QPR. I had one bottle of ‘03 Seghesio Sangiovese and now I can’t find anymore (hint, hint). And their ‘01 Omaggio is as good as it gets, for those who try to stay under $50/bottle.

  8. November 16, 2006

    JayZee

    QOD: I have visited lots of wineries and I’ve liked many of them. I guess my favorite was Boudreaux Cellars in Washington State. The reason is that it is just a small winery. Actually, until this year it was just a log cabin and a large garage. They just built the tasting room. The winemaker is Rob Newsom and he is a really cool guy. He is from Lousiana originally and was a mountain climber for many years, but now he makes wine, and pretty darn good wine. I’m on his mailing list so I get a case or two each year. He makes a nice Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Rusty Figgins was the one who talked him into making wine professionally.

    Now I have a question: Have you ever had any Beaujolais Nouveau that you really liked? I’ve trie it and even in a supposedly good vintage, I didn’t really like it. The overwhelming aroma I got was bananas and that just isn’t what I want in a red wine.

  9. November 16, 2006

    Seth - MacGeek

    Please taste the following!
    # 28108 here
    and # 4293 here I would love to see your opinion on the differences (in the same episode).

    Also please do a Long Island wine tasting :-D

    Just following directions :-D

    seth

  10. November 16, 2006

    Uncle Josh

    QOD.

    I love the Eberle winery in Paso Robles, CA. Let me tell you why. The DOGS! They have large black poodles running around the place. It’s fantastic. Oh yeah, and they serve Eberle wine. Are you kidding me? Their Cabs are awesome. Beautiful vineyard. Classy old school tasting room. Excellent wine. Cute dogs. Friendly people who KNOW THE WINE. This is my favorite winery.

  11. November 16, 2006

    Denise

    Thanks, stewart l (comment 38). BTW, like yourself, I also love Amarones but am often not willing to pay the price. I haven’t heard of ripasso. Thanks for the tip.

  12. November 16, 2006

    Jaye

    Hi Gary — your mom is amazing, that feast yesterday was unimaginable. I don’t know how you sat in front of all that and were able to concentrate on the wine!

    I am sorry today’s episode didn’t offer you as many fireworks as yesterday’s, but you were as entertaining as ever. You have come a long way since your first episode and you seem very, very comfortable in front of the camera now. I will try to stop by on Saturday if I can.

  13. November 16, 2006

    GOL

    So great to see GV trash the Beaujolais since one of the vintages (I can’t remember which) was my answer to a prior QOD of which wine did you hate the most. For me it’s this wine. Gary described perfectly why I don’t like it; bitter flavors that try to be covered by sugar. I know supposedly there are some great vintages of this wine. And when one happens again I’ll suppose I’ll try it, and then when I don’t like it I’ll never have it again!

    Favorite Winery is Melville. Beautiful property, nice people, family owned and there is almost always a family member around. Took my wife and I for a private tour without us asking for it when we visited on what was a slow day. Plus they make very good (and I think continuing to get better) wine

  14. November 16, 2006

    Tony

    My favorite winery is Windwalker in Eldorado County, CA. For two reasons:
    1. They have some of the best wine in the region.
    2. They’re great friendly people, and it’s always a joy to go there.

  15. November 16, 2006

    E-Rock

    Gary,
    You had me rollin on that pitch fork comment!! I mean honestly the funniest line i’ve heard in a while. Great show! I haven’t commented for a bit, but that doesn’t mean i’m not watching. You’ve been tearing it up lately guy, and I’m feeling where you’re taking this whole thing!! Kudos Buddy!! Well i’ll se you on Saturday need some help with some vino for my wife’s B-day. Top winery has got to be…….. I don’t have one wine changes too much from year to year (plus I’m new kind of new to this wine game), but Mollydooker is a new winery (TO ME!!) that i’m impressed with!!

    E-ROCK

  16. November 16, 2006

    Matthew L

    Nice show Gary. I’m :D because it seems like the Duboeuf Beaujolais is always stacked 8 cases high near the door in every wine shop. I don’t know if it’s to push the wine or serve as a door stop. I never see anyone buy it, but clearly it sells.

    QOTD: Given that I would be considered a second semester freshmam at Wine U., it shouldn’t come as a surprise that I don’t have extensive experience visiting vineyards. Aside from St. Julians in Michigan (yikes!), I have visited several vineyards in Virginia. By far it has to be Linden Vineyard. (www.lindenvineyards.com). I had a great time there with my wife. It’s a small vineyard. The tours were small and informative. The wine, particularly the Claret, were pretty pretty good. The have a nice patio where you can enjoy a wide variety of cheeses, venison sausage and breads, while overlooking the valley leading up to the vineyard. Naked Mountain vineyard was also pretty nice. Oasis Vineyard was about as nice as one of the Roy Rogers on the NJ Turnpike.

  17. November 16, 2006

    Russ J

    Coturri Estate Zinfandel 2003 Library Code: 7768
    Acacia A Pinot Noir 2005 Library Code: 9087

    Thanks for yet another interesting episode!
    QOTD: Sadly, I do not have a particular favorite winery. I have not had the good fortune to visit one to form a personal bond so I am evaluating via wine only and there is not one that stands out among the others.

    Gary: Do you like beets? What wine would you select to drink with pickled beets?

  18. November 16, 2006

    Jim Kay

    If you do the Calvet Thunevin, how about adding these to make for a South of France tasting:

    D’aupilhac Lou Maset Rouge 2004
    Library Code: 28446

    Chateau D’aussieres Corbieres 2003
    Library Code: 3848

    Domaine De Fontsainte Corbieres Rouge 2004
    Library Code: 9236

  19. November 16, 2006

    TampaSteve

    Gary, I would like you to taste the Benton Lane 2004 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, I had this last night and loved it, you can read my SEXY review on the forum.

  20. November 16, 2006

    jason carey

    My favorite vineyard is a small producer in the Loire Valley called Catherine and Pierre Breton. Its not because they are the
    highest end or most sophisicated wines, but the purity of thier fruit and the incredible sense of place that
    you can taste through the wine. The Nuits d’iveresse is especially interesting. The fruit comes right at you and
    envelopes you.
    jason carey

  21. November 16, 2006

    Marc Mc

    Please taste
    1) Calvet Thunevin Cuvee Constance 2004
    Type: Languedoc-roussillon
    Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2004 | Library Code: 8314

    I have had it and really think its a very good wine at a great price. I want to know your opinion?

    I have to appologise about the Thanksgiving dinner, it looked so good I thought it was fake. Your Mom must be a fantastic cook.

    Best winery: Dry Creek Vineyards for lunch. Oakville Grocery for supplies and Dry Creek for a 1/2 bottle of fume blanc and the outdoors.

  22. November 16, 2006

    stewart l

    QOD- Rosenblum is my favorite winery. I love the variety of the zins, which are reasonably priced and always of good quality. Also makes excellent syrahs and viognier. Usually easy to find also. Gary, I love amarones, but not always willing to pay the price. Many times I settle for a ripasso. Could you taste the Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre 2003? code#9231. I still have sev. bottles of the 2000 in my cellar Denise[#15], drinking wine won’t bother the shingles.

  23. November 16, 2006

    Susan

    Gary-
    Another fabulous episode!
    I like to see all of your energy!
    I give this one – #129- a 97.
    Hopscotch!
    I never thought you could like wine and
    hopscotch!
    Keep up the good work!
    :)

  24. November 16, 2006

    jon777

    Gary — thanks for saving my money on the Beau Noveau. Usually pick up a couple of bottles, but not this time!

    QOD: Favorite wineries:
    1) J winery – not only are the wines great, but at the tastings they do pairings with food (for a reasonable $$). Very fun and not only can you taste the wines, but see how they pair. Great wines, great concept.

    2) Poggio Antico (Italy) – Wonderful farm/vinyard and restaurant. We had a memorable dinner there, and drinking the wine over there it’s dirt cheap! Food, olive oil, wine and setting made for one of my favorite experiences in all of Italy.

    3) Matanzas Creek (Sonoma) – Great wines, and beautiful setting (fields of lavender). Out of the way from the wineries that sit on top of each other — a little off the beaten path which is nice.

    On on that, I’d love to see you taste any of the WL offerings from Matanzas:

    ) Matanzas Creek Bennett Valley Merlot 2003
    Type: Sonoma Merlot
    Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2003 | Library Code: 7515

    ) Matanzas Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
    Type: Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon
    Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2002 | Library Code: 26319

    Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2005
    Type: Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc
    Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2005 | Library Code: 9799

    ) Matanzas Creek Sonoma Chardonnay 2005
    Type: Sonoma Chardonnay
    Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2005 | Library Code: 28047

    Happy Thanksgiving — I’m off to SF for Thanksgiving, and will be watching this thread closely, as we’ll be spending a day up in Napa/Sonoma. So keep those QOD answers coming!

  25. November 16, 2006

    Jim Kay

    Favorite winery: Ridge.
    Why: American wines with a european aesthetic (disregard the Japanese ownership), longish history, Cabernets that age forever and stable, reasonable pricing. Also, they’re willing to expolre unusual grapes and blends. Their name on the label guarantees interesting wine in the bottle.

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