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1. September 25, 2009

   John J.

   good episode Gary. That is a winery I’d like to visit, if I ever go to S. Africa. I really like that he’ll have you right in his house to sit down and taste wine w him. Much more appealing then that sterile huge formal setting at some of those massive wineries.
   Gary, how about a vin jaune episode, or one on tasting the different Napa charbono’s out there?

2. April 19, 2007

   Peter May

   Trish asks “So…..the 1st vintage year for Neils and Co. was 2001–what did Neils do before he started his vineyard? He had to learn from someone.Who taught him his winemaking skillz”

   Niels was winemaker at next door Beaumont Winery from 1995, prior to that he studied at Elsenburg -the local winemakers college then made wines in France, Chile, New Zealand & Australia.

3. November 30, 2006

   97 Brunello

   more guests! and more south african wines! The one’s I have tasted are rich, earthy and have excellent terroir. Bring it on.

4. November 30, 2006

   Roberto

   I actually taste this many times and I am with you.
   Yes Deep Yes full and elegant red from one of South African greatest Pioneer…

   Bravo Gary

5. November 30, 2006

   Michael P

   Thanks for shining the light on S.Africa. Their wines are often overlooked. He sounds like a cool down to earth guy with a minimalist approach. Rock on. When will WL have his wine?

6. November 29, 2006

   BigMC

   Well done. QOD-Ok, the wine’s awesome but will the Springboks prevail over New Zealand in 2007 Rugby World Cup?

7. November 29, 2006

   Jim V.

   Great episode, and really good to hear about the down home approach to wines of your guest. Make sure you let us know when you are stocking his wine. Thanks, Jim

8. November 29, 2006

   Rob M.

   Gary, excellent episode.
   Kahuna- classic comment and pic. Now, you will have to work on Gary and the spit bucket.

9. November 29, 2006

   PB

   More visible JETS signage, please. Niels seems like a great guy to sit on the terrace with and enjoy some fine shiraz. May have to drop in on him…..he’s the second coming of Joe Klecko!

10. November 29, 2006

    Dan C.

    QSS- Yes, you’re right, he grows only Syrah. Thanks. I’m guessing some vines of different ages.

    Kahuna- Great picture!

    Dan C.

11. November 29, 2006

    Rob Lentini

    Very nice, but boy-oh what a tease – wine not available?

12. November 29, 2006

    Jason Hicks

    Great episode, Gary! I really enjoyed how you basically tasted the wine the way you normally would despite the guest being there. Nice work.

13. November 29, 2006

    Darlene O.

    What a gracious man. I look forward to trying his wine when you have it in stock.

14. November 29, 2006

    cgf

    AWESOME pic kahuna. im dying over here.

    GREAT EPISODE gary. i love the guest spots. I can’t wait to try Niels’ wines.

    QOD for Niels: Who else from South Africa is making top-notch Syrah in your opinion right now? Besides your own, what south African syrah’s do you enjoy the most?

15. November 29, 2006

    Trish da' Dish

    So…..the 1st vintage year for Neils and Co. was 2001–what did Neils do before he started his vineyard? He had to learn from someone.Who taught him his winemaking skillz? Did he apprentice at someone else’s vineyard in S.A., go to school, or is it a family tradition that was passed down, or something?

16. November 28, 2006

    johnm

    Terrific episode! A great guest, with a true commitment. I’d like to know what Niels thinks of organic growing of grapes, including biodynamics. Is it done in South Africa? In approach to wine making, Niels reminds me of what hearing Red Coturri might have been like in 1955.

17. November 28, 2006

    KAHUNA

    here is a great picture of Gary and Niels

    http://64.23.47.227/WOF/twinswork75.jpg

18. November 28, 2006

    Susan

    Gary-
    I have to agree that the comparison between
    You and Niels
    &
    Danny and Arnold in Twins
    IS VERY FUNNY!!!!!
    It is a GOOD thing that you liked the wine!
    :)

19. November 28, 2006

    Karl Satirev

    Gary, would Mr. Verburg consider offensive tackle? Actually he reminded me of Terry Bradshaw who also is a very big man.

20. November 28, 2006

    BigAl

    Awesome episode! You should make a point to have a guest once a week. I really enjoy these episodes.
    Did you see the size of the Pipes on that guy???

21. November 28, 2006

    Capt M

    Great, great episode, Gary and Niels. I really have no questions for Niels. I enjoyed and appreciate his business’ philosophy not to replace passion and the human involvement in the making of his wine. I can tell he’s a pal, and makes you sincerely feel invited to visit his land. Surprisingly YOUNG production; I can tell that his wine is very promising for the future. Congrats!

22. November 28, 2006

    damon

    Gary, I’ve thought of you as a lot of things, but a ludite was not one of them. (Mr. winelibrary tv.)

    Thanks Niels. Can’t wait to try the wine.

23. November 28, 2006

    E-Rock

    Was that Ernie Els? Anyways great episode. Small farms definitly bring across the romance in wine and wine making. Much to be said about that.

24. November 28, 2006

    Susan

    Kahuna,
    You really should write some stand up!
    I am still in pain from laughing soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
    much at that one!
    Very good- that was an excellent pic in my mind!
    :):)

25. November 28, 2006

    Susan

    Gary-
    I LOVED this interview!!!
    Best EVER!
    Niels seemed to lighten up a little after a few minutes.
    Old fashioned wine making gets my vote EVERY time!
    Great- Great interview!
    Please interview more like him!
    QOD:
    At what elevation does the winery grow? What is the soil like in that part of South Africa?
    Please come back to America and let Gary interview you again with more of your wines!
    :)

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