Everyday Drinking Wines, From Mondavi to BV.

Everyday Drinking Wines, From Mondavi to BV. – Episode #159

January 4, 2007

Wines tasted in this episode:

2005 Foxglove Chardonnay Edna Valley
Rosemount Cabernet Sauvignon
Bv Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon
Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Private Select
Columbia Crest Grand Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 Boekenhoutskloof Wolf Trap
Links mentioned in todays episode.
hype.non-standard.net

Today in another WLTV viewer inspired question, Gary looks at six budget priced wines. Watch and see if these are really true values or something else.

164 Responses

January 4, 2007

Matthew L
Could I actually cave in and post early?
January 4, 2007

SS Chris
am I #2?
January 4, 2007

andre
Top Ten. First time.
January 4, 2007

CampingLisa
Just wanted to be in the top 10! Yes I am a Vayniac!
January 4, 2007

len c
Top 5 from phone? On highway
January 4, 2007

SS Chris
Wow!! A BIG Boy…6 wines….looking forward to it!!
January 4, 2007

grape_ape
top 10!
January 4, 2007

jon777
Top 10 — and an honor to follow SS Chris!
January 4, 2007

Rob B
top 10!
January 4, 2007

hinrgman
Cabs!!!!
January 4, 2007

hinrgman
Capital Grille – Providence
One Union Station
Providence, RI 02903

http://www.thecapitalgrille.com
January 4, 2007

Jim
What a progression this week. 94 point Aussies to Ridge to everyday wines today. Will we see some more white zin tomorrow?
January 4, 2007

hinrgman
Hemenway’s
121 South Main Street
Providence, RI 02903

(401) 351-8570
January 4, 2007

Michael
top 20.
always love the show.
January 4, 2007

Randy
Another great job! Maybe diet Coke is the way to go at some of these national chains.

No one told me about Wine Library. I stumbled across it while using winezap.com to search for the lowest price of a particular cabernet I was looking for. After clicking on the TV tab and viewing several episodes, I was hooked.

I have told anyone who will listen about Wine Library TV. I bought Vayniac T-shirts for my wine drinking buddies. Heck, Gary, I’m 55 years old and am acting like a kid again waiting for the next episode of the Lone Ranger and Roy Rogers.

“It’s all about the wine!”

Ciao
January 4, 2007

wey
Here in the Netherlands, South African wines are hot! Maybe for historical reasons (colonisation), but most def also for quality reasons. Many of them are real steals! (and even cheaper here than in the USA)
January 4, 2007

Robert F
Great episode, Gary! I totally agree on the BV. Haven’t had the others though.

QOTD part 1 – Wandering aimlessly on the internet looking for info about a wine I was interested in (I don’t remember which one, maybe 2004 etude pinot noir?) I stumbled upon WLTV through a google search and never looked back.

part 2 – Besides my girlfriend, who is a recent convert to the beauty of wine, I haven’t told anyone else. Being a college student at a large Sorority/Fraternity dominated university, cheap beer reigns supreme for pretty much all of my friends
January 4, 2007

mikeyrad
IMHO, in general, Cali cabs and chards simply aren’t great everyday wines. When I think of everyday wines I mean wines that compliment food. In many, if not most cases, the Cali cabs and chards overpower food because of their unbalanced alcohol and/or oak. At the price point discussed today ($8 – $13) I’d much rather go with something like a Nero d’Avola, but I’m pretty old world.
January 4, 2007

CampingLisaB
Gary,
Now for the answer to your question…I found Wine Library TV by doing a search on how to do a proper wine Tasting…yes I found you through Google. I watched 1, then 2, then about an hour later I was emailing my friends and telling them to check out the site. Heck, my daughters and I watch you while we are making dinner. We are pretty good at doing “Hi I am Gary Vay-Ner-Chuck”. My daughters obviously don’t join in on the tasting, but they do enjoy trying to guess the bouquets. We all loved the “How to train your palate” episode.

If you ever come to South Central PA we have a growing group of Vayniacs who would love to taste wine with you!
January 4, 2007

Brandon M
Yes…the Classic Argyle Sweater is BACK
Lizzie must be so proud of you!
January 4, 2007

Louisiana George
1)on the WL email list for over a year and followed sales email to WLTV

2)my wife, best bud Lonny L, dad George A, best neighbors Pookie and Tootie, 15 friends gathered at an annual car convention at a wine tasting i put together, and about 100 other wine fans i have come accross in the last 6 months (basically anyone who likes wine, i tell them about WLTV)

3)not applicable.

Just for fun, everyone, go to Zachy’s and follow their link to their wine video blog and click on the lady tasting. I am sure she knows tons more than me and i am not demeaning her, but compare the fun we get with Gary to this lady’s demeanor (talk about the boring, stuffy wine image we are all trying to get past).

Gary, for fun, please put a link to this lady’s blog next to your head on the next episode, so all the other viewers will watch her for 20 seconds and come to appreciate you more – YOU DESERVE THE CREDIT!

Louisiana George
January 4, 2007

ML
This was a great episode GV. I assume the Wolf Trap is a large production wine??

QOD: I discoverd WLTV through the WL web site. I have referred my dad and a few co-workers. Most of my friends think I’m ridiculous with my addiction to WLTV.
January 4, 2007

mikeyrad
QOD #1
I think I stumbled upon WLTV from an ad or hyperlink on another site.

QOD #2
I’ve referred WLTV to at least 10 people; my wife, in-laws, friends and co-workers. Anyone I know who enjoys wines and/or the Jets.
January 4, 2007

Brandon M
I can’t stand epsiodes like this from a tasting stand point. Not only are these marginal (at best) wines, but if Gary scored them an 86, there’s so many cases made your probably not gonna get even CLOSE to the same bottle. The one you buy may be an 83, or and 88. The Wolf Trap is different becasue it’s out of the way and not found everywhere, but Rosemount, Mondavi, BV, and Columbia Crest…PAZZZZZZZZ

QOTD:

Part 1: Google

Part 2: All family a friends, but I’m the one that brings them news and shows them episodes so they really don’t come on contribute. WLTV is just that thing that Brandon is into, with a roll of the eyes.

Part 3: If the site is good enough, then I tell everyone.
January 4, 2007

Tangaroa
Gary’s REAL Opinion:

“Don’t drink ANY of these wines.”

Gary,
First off thank for actually doing a show for us
$5 – $15 cheapskate wine drinkers. This is VERY
appreciated!

Now, where do you get off telling us not to drink
any of these wines? There is a reason why we drink
these wines. We want to have a glass or two of wine
everyday AND UNLIKE YOU we can’t afford breaking open
a $30-$50 bottle of wine every night.

Sure, we know that $30 – $50 wine is pretty much better
than $5 – $15 wine (remember my graph of Chris’
spreadsheet?). Doh.

So, we have a choice:

1. Drink great wine once a week.

2. Drink cheapskate wine every day.

So, in general, we chose #2 and occasionally
splurge for the fancy stuff.
January 4, 2007

Brandon M
Tangaroa
You are sorely mistaken about this…I would say go read the forum and decide DIFFERENT wines other than these. Gary is not saying don’t drink $10 wines, he saying there are MUCH better wines at these price points.

He truly wants you to buy good wine at ALL price points. This is a reason I can’t stand when he tastes Rosemount, he never likes it and niether do a lot of us.
January 4, 2007

KMAPSRULE
QOTD –
1.) Saw the Sponsored Add on http://www.corkd.com
2.) Sent Links to a couple of friends who like wine..not sure if they visit frequently or not
3.) Tend to Not really Discuss Links unless its something really great
January 4, 2007

cgf
Gary,
First a compliment: The playoff beard is sick. If the Jets do lose, do NOT shave it all off. Go for a fumanchu and never look back.

Next, this episode is such a let-down after last week’s discoveries. I guess it may have been useful to those of us who have brand loyalty. Being 24 years old, I have no such thing.

QOD 1: surfing the internet for a local wine shop.
QOD2: My fiancee. also, I passed along the Winelibrary Wine Dragon commercial to my buddies who loved it.
January 4, 2007

Mets fan 13
Love the idea of a show on every day wines . . . maybe you could try again with better QPR selections (i.e., keep the price point but do your best to get the BEST wine you can buy for the money).
January 4, 2007

upstater
I agree with Brandon. Good of you to tackle the wines found at chain restaurants, VAY NER CHUCK. They are generic and taste like…a wine…thats about it. I agree that you can find great wines at the 10 and under price point. Of course its limiting because barely anyone in the US produces at that price! Go to France pick up a vin de pays…and enjoy the $3 bottle…its better than Rosemount. Or make your own…atleast you have the satisfaction of production. Great show…keep it up!!!! First; Google, Second: Everyone I see, Third; just found it. Gotta try the wolf trap!
January 4, 2007

Mike S.
With respect to the Boekenhoutskloof, I had their Porcupine Ridge (lower end Syrah) with some friends while I was in Cape Town a few months ago and it was terrible. Truly disappointing since those guys make one of the best Syrahs in SA every year.
January 4, 2007

organicguy
For the best food in Providence go to Al Forno on Federal Hill!! Make a reservation!! Had been ordering online then saw episode 1 the day after its debut and since then have told every wine drinking friend about WLTV(they are probably lurkers). Isn’t it great to be excited by a $7 wine!!! GO JETS!!!
January 4, 2007

Jason R.
I oddly enough stubbled onto WL while searching for BV Private Reserve. A few days later in checking back caught Ep 1 and have watched ever since. (I’ll admit that I still buy much more from Wine Exchange), but I am slowly converting to WL. Both are the best damn prices in the country by far, and wrangle for the $1 up or $1 down on almost every wine. I would say that Winex is a little more traditional and WL brings more to the table.

Told my father. He was a little bummed on the 2001 Pio Cesare Barolo & 2001 Guigal CDP, but hey thas another story. I plan on poppin the 2003 CLIO and getting him hooked. Anothet story again.

I’ve been road warior’n it for past 3-4 weeks so I havnt commented like normal, but would like to give a “HEY” to Que Syrah Sera for the help on the 2004 Schild (BTW I missed when I was out of town) anyays – I read all the comments on the Wine Spectator forum – I love your style!!!!!

BTW – I got a pile the next time free shipping hits – Anyone else holding back???? – I ll move to Forums now TYVM
January 4, 2007

joe
I agree with Brandon too. Enough tasting these artifical wines. Big Producers of Bad-resteraunt wines suck. Why would anyone drink them? It is better to drink water and save your $$ to buy an L’Adventure Zin for $22 and have a real wine experience. If you want a buzz, go with Bud. Then again, why are we eating in these chain resteraunts? Like what Gary teaches in the wine world, we should be seeking out the small, independent, inexpensive resteraunts where the chef loves what he does and loves his clientle, prepares real food and bring your own Vino Nobile di Montalchino.

Gary, I have been on the WL.com e-mail list for 7 years – I got on board with episode one based on your initial e-mail. I have refered all of my family, many friends, and numberous co-workers. When ever the subject of wine comes up – - I talk about this cool video blog, WLTV!
Joe
January 4, 2007

Tony S
QOD 1: Found WLTV when I logged on to winelibrary.com (as usual) to place an pick-up order about four months ago.

QOD 2: I’ve told about a twenty friends, relatives and co-workers. Basically, anytime I talk wine with someone, I mention the site.

T
January 4, 2007

AndrewB
Gary I found WLTV on my own through you-tube
January 4, 2007

KAHUNA
Hey The Mr. Drummond sweater is back!
January 4, 2007

KAHUNA
Gary, When you are tasting lower priced wines like these- do you score based on wine per price or do you score regardless of the price. I have read other wine critics explain there system. So a wine you scored a 9o that was $10 would be equal to a Insignia that you scored 90-Just Curious

When I do something wrong in the bathroom I don’t need febreeze but some tissue sure helps.
January 4, 2007

garyv
#4 find great wine(for the $$$) like the http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29690 and drink it everyday

“Garyâ€™s REAL Opinion:

â€œDonâ€™t drink ANY of these wines.â€

Gary,
First off thank for actually doing a show for us
$5 – $15 cheapskate wine drinkers. This is VERY
appreciated!

Now, where do you get off telling us not to drink
any of these wines? There is a reason why we drink
these wines. We want to have a glass or two of wine
everyday AND UNLIKE YOU we canâ€™t afford breaking open
a $30-$50 bottle of wine every night.

Sure, we know that $30 – $50 wine is pretty much better
than $5 – $15 wine (remember my graph of Chrisâ€™
spreadsheet?). Doh.

So, we have a choice:

1. Drink great wine once a week.

2. Drink cheapskate wine every day.

So, in general, we chose #2 and occasionally
splurge for the fancy stuff.

Comment 25: By Tangaroa on January 4th, 2007 at 5:23 pm e”
January 4, 2007

labmat
Gary,

Wow not a single bottle worth buying… Thats pretty harsh!

QOD

1. Tangaroa got me hooked!
2. I told my long time buddy Stu; but I don’t think he’s posted yet.

-Matt
January 4, 2007

Dan C.
Tangaroa- There is a ton of good under $10, and certainly under $15, wine out there. It’s just that very little of it is from the U.S. Gary has recommended a whole bunch of under $15 wines that he really likes and I think all he is saying is that you should try some because they are so much better than BV, etc…I am a dedicated buyer of under $15 wines. Try Spain (Artazuri, Las Rocas, Mas Que Vinos Ercavio Roble, Olivares Altos de la Hoya, Castano Hecula, Castano Solanera, Capcanes Mas Donis Barrica, Juan Gil); Italy (Farnese Casale Vecchio, Di Majo Norante Sangiovese, Masciarelli Montepulciano, Lucarelli Primitivo, Cantele Primitivo Salerno); Australia (Pillar Box Red, Trevor Jones Virgin Chardonnay, Milton Park Shiraz, Penfolds Koonunga Hill, Water Wheel, Kangarilla Road);also, Chile, Argentina, New Zealand, S. Africa, Languedoc Roussillon, France. I mean, if you like BV, Rosemount and Columbia Crest, drink and enjoy, but if you don’t, try some others at the same price. It’s fun!

Cheers, Dan C.
January 4, 2007

SS Chris
QOTD:
I came across it while on the WL site which I learned via an article in the STAR LEDGER about 3 years ago.

Surprise, surprise….but I tell just about EVERYBODY (friends, family, co-workers, strangers on the street). Seriously have told about 150 people…at least

oh….and I tend to mention that spreadsheet thing from time to time
January 4, 2007

Pelochain
I found out about WLTV on eBob.

Who have I referred WLTV to? NO ONE! I am just a friggin Mexican who knows no one!!!!
January 4, 2007

iphilgoood
QOTD – 1. Got the link while surfing wine websites ( I think it was corkd.com, that I never returned to). 2. Showed WLTV to my father, an experienced surfer and amateur wine taster.

On another subject, I pay twice the price for these wines at my liquor store (SAQ in Quebec, Canada – a state monopole on fine alcohols). That’s pretty frustrating. Somehow though European Wines and more expensive ones are closer to the price you would pay anywhere in the US. The Robert Mondavi one was 19$ CAN (ouch! not gonna try that one I think).

How I wish I could buy from WLTV!
January 4, 2007

ChrisR
Gary,

Thanks for tasting my request of the Wolf Trap and THANKS for stocking it. I’ve been a huge fan of Boekenhoutskloof (pronounced boo â€“ ken â€“ hoots – kloof by the way)wines for a long time but they are hard to find. Almost everything I’ve tasted from them has been excellent. I think I’ve hounded you or your staff for about a year now to get more than just Chocolate Block so I’m thrilled that you’ve added another from this winery. Add more. They are a great producer.

OK, now I’m off to go buy some quick before your rave review leaves me empty handed.

QOD: I found the site on my own and have turned on about 20 co-workers and 10 friends and family to the site. I even wore my Vayniac shirt on NYE. Is that hard core or what?
January 4, 2007

Brian
I came across wine library tv from wine.woot.com
January 4, 2007

John Blue Label
Gary,
Ah yes, the dilemna. As the palate improves, the cost goes up! Since I have been drinking better wine, it is hard to go back to cheaper ones that are not as good. Your restaurant comment is perfect. Unless you have a place with a great wine list, it’s tough to take. It’s like watching sports on regular vs HDTV. You can sit through the regular, but it JUST AIN’T QUITE THERE! Same with the better wines.

I for one am greatful that you introduce us to wines like God’s Hill Shiraz and Tumbling Tractors Zin. These are fabulous wines at reasonable (not cheap, but fair) prices. I also like the fact that you show us the high end stuff, so we can buy one or two, hold them and enjoy for special occassions. WLTV has nice balance, and a long, clean finish!!!

QOD: I saw an article in the WSJ on wine sites, and compared 5 or 6. Your prices and selection was the best. Then I got hooked on WLTV, and now my wife says “You ordered more wine???”

As far as referrals go, I have a group of friends who enjoy fine food and beverages. We regularly get together and share a fine single malt scotch. I think we will be doing some wines next time we gather, and I have passed on the WLTV link to them all. The episode that got me hooked was the Amarone episode, since it is my absolute favorite wine. Case in point: on Christmas eve I delivered a bottle of wine to one of these friends, and we started talking about Champagne. He mentioned he has a connection to get Pol Roget for $30. I came home and checked WL: $24. Immediately sent him the link.

Hey, there’s another show in the future: Amarone redux!!! Pair it with some of that sharp provolone and some Pecorino Romano! Throw in some roasted red peppers on Chiabatta bread, and you have a PARTY!!

Keep up the good work.

JW
January 4, 2007

Charles Colomer
I recently moved to easton PA. but i still work in NY.
one day coming home on 78, i saw a sighn for WineLibrary…..

My uncle tony is on vacation, and i can’t wait for him to
get back so i can tell him about WL and Gary…..

Whatever you do in the future, NEVER stop doing WLTV..
have a good weekend
January 4, 2007

Lars
Love this episode. It’s nice to get the Wine Guy’s take on these high volume wines. Great idea and one I’d like to see again in the future.

Good luck against the Pats.

Lars
January 4, 2007

KAHUNA
QOTD #3 part B-I don’t tell anyone about Gary because “I will hug him and squeeze him and call him George”
January 4, 2007

jbreker
Gary, you have fans in Canada?

QOTD: I found WLTV via cork’d and referred my tasting buddies to WLTV.

Great episode, and thanks for the Canadian shout-out!
January 4, 2007

AlanV
Wall Street Journal article brought me – and I love it. I have tried to bring everyone I know who loves wine (that’s not many in Pittsburgh), but I guess they have been too busy.

I brought a DC wine store owner – and I bet he gets hooked.
January 4, 2007

Dominus
Ok show since I try to avoid those garbage wines since I have tried them years ago. Never again but I thought the SA ringer would do well. Now, let’s do an entire show on SA wines?

QOD: How did I find out about WLTV? The same way Eric finds out about sites. I surf alot, found your site, ordered some wines and they came the next day which is always shocking how you do that and then started watching your reviews.

Who have I referred? All of my wine geeks at work and my foodie group.

And yes, if i see a great site, I tell everyone I know who I think may find it interesting.

Go Colts and good luck to the Jets. Spank Tom Brady.

Dom
January 4, 2007

Ken
Gary, when in Providence, you want to visit the Italian section known as Federal Hill. The main drag is Atwells Avenue. I’m there about once a month. My favorite restaurant is Cassarino’s. Check it out.

The Hype Machine is a nice mp3 blog aggregator, but there are lots of good individual music blogs. E-mail me if you’d like some recommendations.
January 4, 2007

Herm
Qotd….I found WLTV by doing a Google search using “wine ratings” as search words….your site was on about the fourth page….since then I have recommended WLTV to several people….my wife,Robin M….Bob K…..and the wine girl at one of our local stores wine dept….I really enjoyed the show and hope you will do more too…Lars #49….Thanks from Toledo
January 4, 2007

Large Format Fever
Columbia Crest Two Vines, roughly 7ish dollars. It is great for 7 bucks. But please decant…for a long time!!! Definatly not as much oak as Grand Estate and a bit one dimensional, but for 7 dollars is pretty good wine. Consider it for parties!
January 4, 2007

Eric O
I was introduced to WineLibrary TV by the MSNBC special on MSN homepage. I have told everyone I know that drinks wine. However, that is my problem. I know 6 people who also enjoy wine. Maybe that has something to do with being from the midwest (Iowa) and living in Hawai’i (5 months). I love the idea from yesterday though about getting a tasting group together, especially to offset some of the cost of trying some higher end wines. Right now I need to find everyday wines, so I often look to other countries (Australia, Chile, New Zealand, Argentina, South Africa) as they seem to be the best bargains. Can’t wait for tomorrow’s episode!
January 4, 2007

KenP
Great episode, Gary. You’ve been on a roll lately. Solid, well-informed, very smart efforts recently. The Ridge episode was excellent. Of today’s work I especially enjoyed the shout out to Cote Rotie and Hermitage.
January 4, 2007

David Canada
Finally my CANADA shout out!!! I ran and showed my wife and she gave me the laughing eye roll. I LOVED it!!!!!! I am finally part of the vayner nation!
QOTD – I heard about WLTV from Wine Spectator and have reffered two of my other wino friends who are serial lurkers….you know who you are Jon and Matt. Throw Gary a bone!!!!
Great episode….I know that I should put this in the forums but here is an idea for a show. How about tasting some wines from the Finger Lake region. I have travelled through there and found that they have some nice wines.
January 4, 2007

JavaMonkey
Gary, best show ever. What a great idea for a show, heh heh.

I agree, for this price range, I’d rather have a Tres Picos, Castano Solanero, or a Woot Monkey Prize, but I don’t always have those on hand. I usually have a couple of bottles of the Columbia Crest around. I agree it’s a little heavy on the oak, but it’s pretty decent as a daily dinner wine.

Dan C, thanks for the suggestions. I’ve tried some of them (I really didn’t like the Di Majo), but I’ll definitely look for some of the others. I guess I’m hesitant to try random $10 wines, but maybe I’m better off risking getting some losers than defaulting to a mediocre fallback.

QOTD: I was referred here by Woot Wine. I referred one friend that I know is into wine, but I don’t know that many other people who are really “into” wine. I have some other friends who drink wine, but they’re happy with Kendall Jackson chard.
January 4, 2007

GregK
Gary,

Try Cafe Nuovo, no disappointments.

http://www.cafenuovo.com/

GO P-A-T-S PATS PATS PATS

GregK in RI
January 4, 2007

Susan
Gary-
Great episode!
If you ever get bored –
Do a Beggin’ Strips commercial!
Bacon!
Bacon!
Bacon!
QOD:
I found WLTV on
iTunes Music Store.
I have told several friends about WLTV!
I am on a mission to get a
BIG crowd of North Carolina Vayniacs!
Bacon!
January 4, 2007

Celia
I found wltv link on wine.woot – saw Gary’s video on Monkey Prize – I’ve been hooked every since.

I’ve email all my co-workers, my friends and family wltv link.

I’m just sorry I wasn’t here from the very beginning. I’m going to a wine tasting at the end of the month locally here on Long Island, and I’m hyped.
January 4, 2007

IntoTheFray
laff, bacon
January 4, 2007

Ann B.
QOTD #1: Read about Wine Library in the recent WSJ article on ordering via the Web. Joined mailing list and saw link to WLTV.
QOTD #2: My brother and I watched a few episodes together over the holidays. Note to Gary: he is a “Stone Cold” Steve Austin fan! He’s probably lurking out there.

IMHO, the best QPR wines in the $10 and under category are coming out of Spain. Two that I have tried that I can highly recommend are the Altos de Luzon, Jumillia and the 2004 Senorio de Barahonda Monastrell Tinto, Yecla.
January 4, 2007

GeneV
QOD:

I discovered WLTV as a result of being repeat online WL customer.

I have referred my wine club.
January 4, 2007

BigMC
QOTD…1. Found WLTV searching for Bob Egelhoff wines. That was about 90 episodes ago. 2. I tell everyone.

Hey Gary, the wines you tasted today, excluding the Wolf Trap, did you get those from my mother-in-law’s pantry? They were right next to the Rice Krispies, Creme Soda and apricot preserves. I thought she was saving them for a special occasion. Oh well, that’s ok, I think she has some Bartles and James as a back up.

….Diversity is a good thing. Keep it up.
January 4, 2007

chayut
Very useful episode. First, these wines are easy to find. Also, these are wines I have tasted so now I know where my nose and palate is compare to you.

QOD: I searched on google about wine and found this video blog.
January 4, 2007

chogan
QOTD part 1: I saw the add the day I got the Wine Spectator Top 100 issue in the mail. Thought it looked like a great idea. When I got to the site I couldn’t believe it was FREE to watch all the tasting and info.

QOTD part 2: I’ve told my two wine buddies about it and emailed links to some of my fav episodes. And my wife knows I’m way into it.

A great time for me to discover WLTV since I recently bought a 500 bottle cellar that MUST BE FILLED
January 4, 2007

hockeystick2583
1) found a link from wine.woot. Havent been back to wine.woot since. JK. Wine.woot is ok beside the fact that all the college kids who frequent the site complain they arent selling Franzia.
2) told my bro about the blog. He is begining to take wine seriously (also a college student).
3) Third part of the question I forgot what you asked…and/or was confused.

First post. Amazing site. Favorite Episode (So Far): Building your Pallet (phenomenal!!!)

Cheers.
January 4, 2007

johnm
QOD #1- Found WL googling info about primitivo after picking a bottle up in a bargain bin and enjoying it way more than the $8 price would suggest. Saw the link to TV around episode 17, been watching since. #2 – local wine geeks and a few wine drinkers around the country via e-mail. My wife is well aware and doesn’t care for the vlog. C’est la vie.
January 4, 2007

Russ J
I was a WL customer before there was a WLTV. Since it started, I have referred anyone I have come across that has an interest in wine. WLTV has shown me that there is NEVER any need to drink boring wine regardless of the price point. The community that has developed around it is a bonus. I even sort of started liking the Jets…a little. They’ve got a great coach. And the G-men suck so why not?
January 4, 2007

Alaska1
QOTD#1 – I heard about WLTV from Wine Spectator late Nov. I have been back to watch everyday!

QOTD#2- I told all my wine friends but have not heard back from them, well there loss.You will always have me!

Thanks Gary V!
January 4, 2007

JOEYdaMUSH
That glass looks silly, go back to the giant glass!
January 4, 2007

JOEYdaMUSH
I learned of WLTV from the WL 2005 Bordeaux Presale flyer about a month ago. I have not told anybody about WLTV because my friends don’t drink wine, they suck.
January 4, 2007

Jason Hicks
QOTD:

1) I found it through Democracy Player, which I actually think kind of sucks now, but was a cool idea and I used it for a while.

2) I turned a few folks on by forwarding the videos I’ve made to friends/family members, but I don’t think I’ve created any actual Vayniacs yet…
January 4, 2007

Steve R
Hmmm — I have tasted most of these myself, and I don’t agree with your call. Perhaps this is a good thing, because it is helping me understand my palate vis a vis yours. I agree with RP that Columbia Crest is one of the most consistently-good producers of value-priced wine in the US and havce seen high 80s from him for their Grand Estates Merlot and Cabernet. I cannot stand the Mondavi PR or the BV, however.

That being said, I respect your opinion and learn just as much from when I disagree as when I agree with you!

Providence — I agree with the writers above — think Italian, think Federal Hill

QsOTD:
1. My colleague Boyd who you met at Murphy’s in Atlanta
2. Yes, to a fellow wine geek friend — but alas, only one
January 4, 2007

Lynne
QOD: I placed my first order October 10, 2004.
WLTV hadn’t even been invented yet!
I have told so many about the site and the great prices. Most of my family live in states that are on the “Unshippables” list.
I’ve tasted most of today’s wines and drank them in my early “wine years” and I did enjoy them. My taste has changed so much now, that I pass these wines by on the store shelves. Haven’t tried Foxglove or Wolf Trap. I was interested in the Wolf Trap, but WL is already sold out.C’est la vie!
January 4, 2007

Nico
QOTD #1 – researching wine fridges on the wine spectator forums, somebody mentioned the “wine guy” at wltv… I was curious, and followed the link. I, since, have not returned to the spectator forums (I prefer WLTV and WLTV forums… much better, friendlier, and more helpful people).

QOTD #2 – Everyone that gives any sort of care for my personal interests… all friends, family, and even my friends that don’t drink alcohol at all, I’ve got them watching shows!!!

As always, top notch vblog!

-Nico
January 4, 2007

bugbirdfishboy
QOTD: I discovered wine lib. tv in August, after my uncle told me about winelibrary.com.
I told all of my wine drinking friends at UConn, my mom and dad, my siblings, and just about everyone who would listen. As of today, I have a WLTV link in my AIM profile.
January 4, 2007

Dave-from-Katonah
Hey Gary – Great show. Tangaroa needs to go back and watch the Aussie Shiraz eps. Thanks for turning me onto 2 Up and Thorn Clark Shotfire – both spectacular QPR and under 12-15 bones!! That’s my everday juice.
QOTD1-I was driving home from Philly to Nothern Westchester after taking my daughter from one bat mitzvah in NJ to the second one in Philly, when I saw a huge WL billboard on the NJTpke. I started watching…and I’m hooked. My first order arrived in about a day – 3 cases of great stuff – I had to get another bin to double my storage to 250 bottles. Now I’m thinking about a third rack.
QOTD2-I told my wife, my across the street neighbor who is in a few wine clubs I think, my good golfing friend who is a true Northern Californian educated oenophile, and my nurse friend who also loves to taste and collect great QPR wines, among others…
QOTD3-I tell everybody who’ll listen!!!
Way to go – you’re on a roll! How about doing the best wines WL under$10, or under $20? How about a blind tasting/Gift pack for under $100 or under $150 or under $200?? I think we all love a little simulcam tasting action! A great way to extend our palates!!
January 4, 2007

Jeff
I’m a little scared to watch this episode but here I go…
January 4, 2007

stewart l
I found out about wine library from one of my wine group members about 1.5 yrs. ago. I have told numerous friends and family about it as well as several colleagues at the hospital I admit to. Never a dull moment in vaynernation!
January 4, 2007

E
Well, so much for the Wolf Trap. I was wondering how that one would turn out.

I had a run-in with a cheap South African red myself last night, oddly enough … no bacon, but nice for the price. If I can find notes, maybe I’ll post ‘em.

QOD: wanted some Aglianico last spring, used The Google, found the site, got me some. And those little tote bags make nice gifts, espectially when you stick a bottle in there they can’t find around here.
January 4, 2007

SP12165
First time poster, was a lerker, now I’m in! QOD responses:

1. No one told me about Wine Library. I found it on a google search. I found it about 3 weeks ago and am hooked!
2. Oddly enough, I just told someone today who works for me (her husband is a chef..food..wine..you get it). I sent the link.

Thanks Gary – great show and I’ll keep spreading the word.

SP
January 4, 2007

Bill
This episode was great — as far as it went. But how could you possibly talk about Everyday Drinking Wines without featuring Lancer’s Sparkling Rose??!! Surely you remember: “Lancer’s Sparkling Rose and a baggie of Velveeta cubes – that’s lip-smackin’ snackin’!” Ahh, how soon they forget….
Well, there’s nothing to do now but move on to the QOD’s.

QOD # 1 – Lars is a friend, and in his Current Schedule Information, about a week before he first appeared, I read the announcement of his upcoming intro to Episode # 148 – the now-famous “paper, cork, wet rock, jalapeno pepper, Jersey dirt-tasting” show!

QOD # 2 – I’ve told family and co-workers, and several Disney clients. Most recently I told the Wine Guy at Costco! He was very knowledgeable, and had been choppered in to the wine department to boost holiday sales, which he apparently did. He knew a lot about wine, but didn’t know about WineLibrary TV. Now he does!

Footnote: I tell ‘em all that it helps to have an interest in wine or the Jets — but that it takes neither to become an Official Vayniac!

BV (and I don’t mean Beaulieu Vineyards!)
January 4, 2007

jbev
Great show, it reminded me of hanging out and plastic cups.

Those were the days.
January 4, 2007

jbev
Great show, it reminded me of hanging out and plastic cups.
Those were the days. I found you guys on a google search for
Opus One and I I’ve told everyone I know.
January 4, 2007

Wine-o
Awesome episide, one I can really relate to. One thing sort of confused me. You mentioned one of the wines had an artificial “febreeze” scent and it seems like you are inplying that there are artificical additives and inexpensive wines. Is that the case?
QOTD #1 WCBS radio during Yankee game (they suck, mets own NY this decade)
QOTD #2 alot of my friends and family, although I dont know for sure if they subscribe.
Honest, great episode
Thanx…
January 4, 2007

stephen from the ATLizzle
Wow…I made the top 90! hurray! just kidding…seriously…don’t take the top 10 spots to just say “oooh, look at me, I’m dedicated but have nothing interested to say”…sheesh…

Loved the comments on all the wines…my wife used to work in events and their call brands for wine were the BV Century and Mondavi CK…she laughed when she saw you tasting those, because they are pretty much crap. Those first couple of wines remind me of eating at Chili’s! Everytime we decide to grab some tasty Chili’s cause the budget needs some massaging…I look at their “drinks” list and laugh my face off at the so called advertising for their beverages….the pictures look disgusting…let alone the knowlege of what you’re actually spending $7 a glass on…COME ON…you can get a bottle of that hooch for $7.

Anyway…QOTD:
1) My bro PT
2) Hmmm…wife, friends, coworkers…heck, I even posted a video AND a “holla” on my blog…so..all three of the people that read that have heard about it too. HA.

Happy Winetime!
January 4, 2007

Willis McGrapee
1) on one of the forums on cellartracker.com
2) I’ve referred several friends and my bro.

I can’t believe I’m saying this, but good luck this weekend. I hope gang green takes down that hooded sweatshirted wife-stealing perma-scowled Belichek…I’m rooting for the lesser of two evils I guess.
January 5, 2007

Jon E
Rhode Island eats: Al Forno by far-IT Invented the grilled pizza! yeah thats big time

Lets be honest all the people out there with good wine palates bought plenty of cheap duds to get to where they are now. I am sure no one came out of the womb with a taste for first growths.

I collect Chateauneuf du Pape, I sell Chateauneuf du Pape to less than 1% percent of the customers that come to the shops I supply. I love it when someone walks into my stores and has a great palate and buys really great stuff, but I sell a lot more Beringer White Zinfandel to happy smiling people who enjoy what they’re buying just as much.

Don’t be haters, don’t pick on young palates.

QOTD: Found the store on line, and was harassed by a wine rep. who said- “I don’t know how the hell those @#$%^er’s in New Jersey do it! My cost is more than their @#$%^ing retail!

QOTD2: Referred local reps who sell Melka wines, another who sells Tensley, another who sells Meeker and so on. All of them complain they can’t compete.
January 5, 2007

Jon E
Totally forgot about the Boekenhoustlkloof-I discovered this little gem back in 04′ and his been an odd ball winner ever since.
January 5, 2007

Shotgun
My QOD– What is more obnoxious? The Beard or the dorky light bulb shaped tasting glass (or is it an upside down bowling pin?)? So what that it’s a “Riedel” –it is totally ridiculous. I am really pulling against the Jets now, and I will not watch another WLTV or buy another wine from WL if you bring out the pilsner glass again. PAZZZ on Jets, Beard, and Bowling Pin.
January 5, 2007

Eric A
QOTD- I have turned my best wine drinking buddy, my father in law, and a few others onto the site.

QOTD- I found out about it from the wine guy himself, Gary V

This is part question and part show idea. Episode on Syrah with this question thrown in…..I was recently was told that Syrah should not be cellared as long as some other varietals. How long can I wait to drink my cellared Syrahs. Don’t want to drink too early. I have some 2002 Chalone Syrah and some Ojai Syrah that I don’t want to waste. Thanks Gary and keep the beard coming.

E
January 5, 2007

Robert F
Speaking of QPR, I just had the Monkey Bay 2005 Sauvignon Blanc from new zealand. I know Gary reviewed it a while ago, but WOW. I was extremely impressed since it was 9 bucks. Definitely has a few grasshopper heads in there. I agree that California and the US is not the place to go for everyday QPR wines.
January 5, 2007

chito
Gary,
cc.Tangaroa
Tangaroa, what website are you on? Why did you visit it? Will you return to seek more advise on wine? Answer; It’s Gary’s website!!!! You came looking for his expertise and you sure as hell will return to seek more advise…FOR FREE!!!! That’a where he gets off telling us what we need to know.
Gary, sorry to get on a rant but the rest of us appreciate the work that you do.
QOD. I, like GeneV have been a winelibrary customer long before WineLibraryTV. It was a natural progression. I have told everyone who will listen about it. As a Vascular Surgeon, I can also push the health benefits along with a plug for YOUR site. My motto long ago became, “LIfe is too short to drink bad wine”. My wife,Carmen and my kids finally engraved it on a wine glass and gave it to me as a gift. I know you know it, I hope people like Tangaroa will too.
Good luck to you and your Jets.
January 5, 2007

Chris From Ny
Gary, when mondavi jr. was on your show awhile back he said his family was bought out but on today’s show it you made it seem like the mondavi’s still make the juice. Are they still the winemakers? Also a great low budget wine…2000 Apollonio….great stuff.
January 5, 2007

tom mackenzie
I was refered to WineLibrary by my realtor Nicolle Salee (don’t know her screen name). I have told everyone I work with about the site (especially the Jet fans). I love the website and watch every episode….keep it up!!!
January 5, 2007

Tony Ricciardi
Al Forno is the best option in Providence. Hands down.
January 5, 2007

Greg O
Gary, the new glass sucks…bring back the playoff glass! You can’t swirl properly in the new glass and it looks silly.

Thanks for the shout out to CANADA!

I came across the site from a link on another wine site…don’t remember which one.

To all those who didn’t appreciate this tasting let me remind you that not everyone is a wealthy sommelier who has access to WLTV and all the expensive boutique wines that are reviewed. For everybody else this type of tasting is very useful. I appreciated hearing tasting notes on wines I could access and relate to even if most of them are wines I wouldnâ€™t drink either. The Wolf Trap was a nice surprise and sure enough for the first time I found a wine that was reviewed, that I wanted to get, and is actually available at my local wine distributor. Yeah!,,,canâ€™t wait to pick it up after work.

I’ve told over a dozen people about the site but I’m still working on getting some of them to become members. Since I’ve started watching Wine Library TV I have come off as such as wine geek to some people that I have had 3 people tell me in the last 2 weeks that I should get into the wine business. I had to explain that the reason I know so much about wine/wine tasting is WLTV.

Cheers!
January 5, 2007

Wineheitsgebot
You definitely got my attention with your reference to artificial flavors. Are big producers actually adding artificial flavors, colors, extracts, aromas to their wines without including that fact on the label? If not, how do you account for those notes? As a beerhead turned wine enthusiast, ingredients are a pretty fundamental concern. Thanks.

QOTD1 – typical google find
QOTD2 – Dozens of people
January 5, 2007

Jim
QOTD 1 – Came to the old store and found a couple of older bottles of Spottswoode at a great price and have been hooked ever since.
January 5, 2007

JimB
About two years ago I searched for an specific wine on Google. Wine Library showed up with the best price.(29.00 vs 37.00 at the local store) I ordered 6 bottles and it arrived in Little Rock in 3 days. I have ordered much more since then. WLTV makes me want to try wines that I would never consider otherwise.
January 5, 2007

eugene
Scarbolo

Gary,
Please accept my sympathy for having endured this torture to your palate.

Great episode for the beginners. Most of us wouldnâ€™t go close to these wines save for Columbia Crest.

QOTD:

I saw ad for WL on NJ Turnpike and decided to look further. I am watching WLTV since episode 1.

I keep telling about WL to all my friends and relatives, although most of my relatives not into wine, which brings me to my question:

My father was never a wine drinker. He never liked alcohol in any form.
Now he likes kosher wines based on concord grape-sugary syrup basically.

I tried several times to introduce him to real wines but he didnâ€™t like them.
Please suggest a transition wine that will help to turn him towards nice reds and whites.
January 5, 2007

Jbunny
Go to Hemmenway’s for dinner – Awesome!
January 5, 2007

Rick McQ
Gary:

The Oyster Bar on Atwells Ave in Federal Hill in one of my Favorites in Providence! Don’t be tempted by the Mediterraneo when you first get on Atwells. The Food is sub par!!

I’m rooting for the JETS this weekend!

Rick
January 5, 2007

Michael P
GV I’m disappointed in your reaction to the Columbia Crest & even concerned with the condition of your palate. We were forced to endure 2 bottles of that for New Years Eve & it was torture. You should really take some time off. Perhaps you should drink water over the weekend while in Mass/RI.

1) I believe that winezap bought me to you.
2) Everyone at work.
3) See #2

You da best meng
January 5, 2007

Nathan N
Gary I found Wine Library by doing a Yahoo search for a wine. Checked out your site and saved it to my favorits. I worked late one day and played maybe a dozed of WLTV shows. I have been telling friends and familiy about WLTV ever since. Haven’t turned anyone into a Vayniac but they have bought a couple of cases from you.
January 5, 2007

Deano
Damn gary I get here too late always and the damn wine is sold out. I shall hit up the local bevmo and see if they got it. I have never been to the northeast but I hope you find a good place to eat and a good tailgate to chill on. If I was there we would do it real big in the vayniac t shirt!! Im am rooting for your jets this weekend for ya

QOTD
1. I stumbled upon it myself using the all mighty google
2. I tell everyone I come in contact with but they all become lurkers
January 5, 2007

Rick McQ
Found the website on line by doing a wine search, went to the old store and bought a case of 2000 Crognolo. I’ve been hooked ever since. I’ve told 20 to 30 people over the past three years. Anyone who drinks wine.
January 5, 2007

Lev M.
Gary,
How about restocking that Wolf Trap??
You should do an episode about unusual tasting wines (read: soy sauce, gym clothes, bacon, etc). They might not be something id bring to a party with non-wine drinkers, but its fun to enjoy them with those who have had enough of the mundane and want a change.

QOD:
1.Been here since ep #1
2.Referred my friend Wilson, but dont know his SN…he is addicted now
January 5, 2007

Rich S
QOD: I was already a WL fan being from the area and was on the mailing list so that is how I found out about WLTV. I have been watching since the very beginning and obviously am still here so that says something. I referred a few of my wine drinking buddies to WLTV (although I can’t say for sure what their blog names are………….)

Keep up the good work Gary. Good luck up in MA this weekend. I sent my friend who lives in Providence an email for a restaurant suggestion so when she gets back to me, I will shoot you an email.
January 5, 2007

Ken
Gary,

I donâ€™t know if you are still taking requests for wines to be featured on WLTV. If you are, here are my suggestions with the product codes. Iâ€™d like to see a show on either budget Italians (
January 5, 2007

Smith MBA
Gary,

My mom spent some time in Providence and is very high on Al Forno.

http://www.alforno.com/

Check it out. Go G-Men and J-E-T-S. Boston and Philly fans are collectively the worst.
January 5, 2007

Len C
DUDE!!! Bad karma changing glasses, remember you were using the “playoff glass” and you trimmed the beard too. Oh boy, hope I am wrong. Go Jets
January 5, 2007

MaryS
Gary,

I would like to see a show on budget white wines that are similar in taste to my favorite one. Remember what that is?

QOD:

1. I shopped at your old store every time I was visiting the Short Hills Mall. Placed my first online order in April 2004 when you offered free shipping.

2. I shared WLTV with hubby. He was initially resistant. Made fun of me watching. But I catch him watching it. I also tell anyone I meet that is interested in wine.
January 5, 2007

Adam
QOTD – saw your ad in Wine Spectator, figured I would give it a whirl. I have only told my girlfriend, who watches it every once-in-a-while and to mu assistant at the store I run. Hopefully he picks up on some stuff so I don’t have to write off bottles for him to taste. I have mentioned it casually to other people but they think I am nuts for watching it on the comp. Oh well, love the show. Keep up the good work.

Adam
Austin, TX
January 5, 2007

Rick E
Welcome to Providence! Best dining experience? My house, baby! I’ll unscrew the finest bottle from my cellar for you and the family.

If that scares you a bit too much, then:

Mill’s Tavern – great dining experience
Hemenway’s – if you want seafood
Capital Grille – people seem to like it, but my experience has been so-so

Ideally, you should probably head to Federal Hill for the overall experience. Great Italian food followed by a desert place for some gelato. If you’re not looking to walk around and soak in the neighborhood, I would suggest Mill’s Tavern.

Any chance some southern New England Vayniacs can meet up with you for a toast?

Rick
January 5, 2007

Joe Po
Gary,
QOD: Am a WL devotee and have followed you from Epi #1.Have told everyone to watch to improve their wine knowledge and have a laugh.
A tube for a stem on a tasting glass does not cut it. Sorry.
January 5, 2007

Joyce
Gary…
QOD #1: Wall Street Journal
QOD #2: I have told a gazillion people (or thereabouts)

In Providence, if you’re looking for a totally elegant evening with your mom and dad, try Agora in The Westin Hotel, One West Exchange St, 401 598-8000.
Hope you have something to celebrate! GO J-E-T-S!

Also, that new glass looks a little weird..how can you properly swirl the wine, when it’s welled into the bottom of the ’stem’?

Joyce
January 5, 2007

Rich T.
Gary,
I was a budding customer of the old store with the 2 foot aisles that you had to wait for other shoppers to vacate before you could enter each aisle!!! Think I found that by searching for an online place to get wine from the fingerlakes NY state region and Yahoo searched out Winelibrary.com. Realized it was in Springfield, where I worked for 15 years at the amazing Autoland!!(UGH!!) Had a prefered customer card on my keychain, but never realized what it was for? Joined the mailing list at some time, but didn’t see Winelibrary TV until about episode 60.
I have referred Winelibrary TV to anyone at my job who I know loves wine, and anyone who I know can appreciate good entertainment.
January 5, 2007

JimVarney01
Nice ep! Fortunately you let us know about some of these cheaper wines cause not everyone can afford to drink 96+ point wines every night

QOTD:
1 – Found it myself when you reviewed MonkeyPrize from woot.

2 – Been referring a bunch of people (most likely lurkers).
January 5, 2007

Dom Nicoletta
I found out about wine Library through a search I performed with Wine Searcher.com Wine Library had one the lowest proces for the 2004 Clio when I was looking for it. Great site…I have been watching ever since. I have told everyone I work with about the show
January 5, 2007

Lb in KS
Gary, clear something up for me. I’m not real sure here. How do you REALLY feel about bacon?

QOTD#1…researching an ‘04 Ben Marco Malbec

#2…All my friends and fam. They all look at me the same way…”so you sit and watch some guy tasting wine??” What are you gonna do.

This weekend in gonna be awesome…I get to actually watch and rout for my #1 AND #2. #1 being the Chiefs, #2 being da Jets.
January 5, 2007

mike volker
1 goggle
2 my winetasting club and rels
3 n/a
January 5, 2007

joe
Gary, I have to agree with Michael P (post 108), I am worried about your palate that you could find columbia Crest and the this other swill even close to the RIdge Lynton Springs (87 points) which is “REAL” wine. Maybe it is the new small glass hiding the flaws of these wines. Maybe that is the trick. If any of us are forced to drink swill like this we should to so the smallest orange Juice glass we have – - perhaps the oak monster can be subdued.

Gary, you mayu have to go back to the BIG glass so we can compare 2007 ratings to 2006.
Joe
January 5, 2007

halfginger
Al Forno.

Al Forno.

Al Forno.
January 5, 2007

Tony S.
Hey Gary…great episode, sorta. I agree with some of the folks’ posts I’ve been reading: There’s much more interesting 5-15$ wines to try besides these wines that are made in the 100 of thousand’s of cases. And somebody mentioned in a post that out of soooo many bottles produced, there are going to be a lot of variations from bottle to bottle. I’m not a snob, but I’m just not interested in chain grocery store or chain restaruant wine.

Secondly: That glass. I thought the purpose of the stem is to keep the warmth of your hand away from the tempurature of the wine (assuming you’re tasting wine at ideal temps). And when you’re down to the last taste, you can’t really get a good swirl and really experience the nose. I’ll try out one of those glasses if I get a chance though, but I’m not going to go buy one.

QOD: 1) My friend Danny showed me your show when I was over there for dinner. I think it was around episode 40 or 50. I’ve been hooked ever sense. But, I’m not a huge fan of computer’s, so I just watch while I’m on my lunch break at work, and that means I always catch the previous day’s episode. Part 2) I’ve referred a few people. My friends Dale and Lars always watch and I’ve told other folks, but I don’t know if I bothered. Part 3) Not applicable. But, I’m not one of those people (like you) who shouts it out to the world. I just tell people who I think would really get it. I like your sense of humor and the fact that you looove wine, but you’re not a wine snob.

OK…again, I’m gonna root for your Jets against the Patriots (c’mon, they’ve got 3 Super Bowl championships after losing to both the Bears and the Packers in previous SB’s…eww, did I just give props to the Packers?!?!?!?) So ya, I have no urge to see the Patriots in the Super Bowl. Every other team would be a nice mix though. Bears/Jets would be great.

OK…see you later, take care man. GO BEARS!!!!
T
January 5, 2007

Mike Goldberg
Looks like I can buy a featured wine. Stopping by later to pick up my very own 2005 Boekenhoutskloof Wolf Trap. Awesome.

QOTD: I heard about Wine Library (the physical store) from my dad. He knows your father (my dad got your dad interested in chickens. I know. I’m sorry for that). He convinced me to purchase my wines at Wine Library instead of an unnamed store in Madison. From there I discovered the web site and Wine Library TV.
January 5, 2007

JasonJDP
Found WLTV via Digg.com/Podcasts when i searched for “wine” you are the number 1 wine podcast!

Enjoy the energy of the show and the sheer volume of episodes! Also as a techie im drawn to your cool website. Comments on episodes, forums, and ask section are all features that are a great way for a new viewer to check out what established viewers think of a show and have helped me become a regular viewer to WLTV. Im kind of suprised that there are so few diggs for WLTV. Searching this page i found no one mentioned Digg!

You should get everyone to Digg your podcast! (You can digg a podcast or individual episodes.)
A direct link to the show’s main page on digg – http://digg.com/podcasts/Wine_Library_TV

Get this show above a sad 59 diggs…

I would have just watched your show on digg, but then you started waving your arms and pointing to links that digg doesnt show! WTF? Ok, guess i gotta go check out the webpage…. Oh cool layout! Much better, Gary doesnt seem as crazy now!
January 5, 2007

Jay
1. Robin Garr? 30 Second Wine Advisor
2. Told 2 peops
3. Leif and Kev
Go Pats.
January 5, 2007

Englishman
QOD. I was a WL customer for several years. Before you on WLTV and the new store. Ordered occasionally and then saw the link to WLTV once while ordering. From there on it was history.

#2. Anyone and everyone that I can. Several already in the Bay Area of CA, Chicago area as well as the President of the company I work for. I was even able to get her to visit the store(I took her there) just before Christmas. We both droped some “bones”. Even at the Gourmet Shop.

Keep up the good work and I may no longer “lurk”.
January 5, 2007

malabargold
AL Forno
January 5, 2007

Jason Coleman
I’ve dugg this episode:
http://www.digg.com/videos/educational/Video_Review_of_Wines_You_Can_Afford

Thanks for another great one, Gary. Good luck in New England.
January 5, 2007

Jtk
Gary decent episode, great energy. QOTD: I signed up for emails through your website, after doing a search for wine online. QOTD 2: I try to slip wine library and wine library tv into every conversation with anyone i meet that drinks wine. Keep up the good work ~ Jtk
January 5, 2007

AlisonD
A friend of mine told me about Wine Library years ago, and I saw the billboard on Rt 78 (I think it was 78), but never stopped in. Then a different friend told me about the Manor Wine Tasting a few months ago, and that is how it all started for me! I went online a few days later, saw Wine Library TV and was hooked! Wish I listened to my other friend years ago.
January 5, 2007

Tangaroa
WOW!
What TVWL social terroir!

I want to thank all of you for reading my posting.
I am truly flattered!

Now, the quote I gave at the top of my posting was word-for-word
what GARY said after sampling the first three of these wines. It’s
not my quote. It was rather strange that right after Gary said this,
I paused the “tape” and composed my comment. Then, I came back
and listened to the final review…

And guess what Gary went and did.

Yup, he sang all sorts of praises on this cheap-but-good bacon
flavored $7 Boekenhoutskloof Wolf Trap! Geeeeez….

Needless to say: I went to THREE wine stores in the Twin Cities
last night and looked for this wine. No dice. And our stupid
Minnesota prude state has effectively threatened TVWL from shipping
here – so that option is out also…

Whatever happened to our Libertarian laws which prevent the
government from opening our mail without a warrant?

Anyway…

1. Thank you Brandon for your reply.

2. Dan C.: Thank you so much for taking the time to recommend
all those cheap-but-goods.

3. Katonah Dave… OK

4. Chito, thanks for the flame.

5. Matt, get back to work.

6. And Gary, thank you – you KNOW I’m your bud.

-Tangaroa
January 5, 2007

thefab1of4
I put a blurb in all my Christmas card letters telling them about wine library and winelibrary tv-
January 5, 2007

R. Beaudin
Many interesting restaurants in Providence:
Al Forno is a ***** … not sure the best value, but very well known
Mill Tavern on South Main I tried about 4 months ago…food was very good and reasonable wine list
Federal Hill has several Italian restaurants if interested .. some have a fairly extensive wine list.
If into French .. try Pot au feu … traditional French food and wine.

I saw some suggestions for Cafe Nuovo and others as well … all of these are either in walking distance or fairly short cab ride from downtown Providence.

Need more suggestions … send me an email … good luck on Sunday! (Although I have to admit ..that free shipping code came in very handy the last time
January 5, 2007

karl satirev
(1) Grappa Restaurant in Providence.
(2) Learned of WLTV via e-mail from your master site.
(3) Made about 20 recommendations, e.g. my kids, my sister, wine-drinking friends.
(4) Feedback from these folks is that they would watch more regularly, but recently some of your shows have been a little long. A friendly suggestion is that you keep them about 10 to 12 minutes to hook people as regulars. Otherwise you’ll wear them out and they will go away.
January 5, 2007

karl satirev
Sorry, my wife told me it was Al Forno and not Grappa that we liked the best.
January 6, 2007

Paul
Two things: I like seeing you use the tasting glass and have been considering getting one. You’ve convinced me.

QOD 1 – I’ve been shopping at WL for a long time and buy on-line. Saw the link, watched, got hooked.
QOD 2 – Lots of people, can’t count the number. Some watch and lurk, some don’t. Haven’t seen any I recognize in the comments or forums.
January 6, 2007

Peter
First and foremost let’s Go Jets! Have a great time in New England. Hope to see pain on Belichick’s face when he has to shake Mangini’s hand in defeat.

QOD 1 – It was featured on Dan Cedarholm’s blog simplebits. And I also saw the ad on Cork’d.
QOD 2 – My wife and a few of my friends whom we get together with and taste different wines.
January 6, 2007

elron
Wassup brother Gar? As usual, you had me laughing with some comments and reactions.

1)A co-worker filled me in when your store opened.

2)Anyone who I know is into wine!
January 6, 2007

Hooler
QOTD Gary I found this website all on my own. I’ve seen the website before you had the blog but it wasn’t until recently I revisited it that I found your blog. It is informative, entertaining and interesting. I told my whole family about it over the holidays. In addition, I told a few co-workers.
January 8, 2007

Tim Tamblin
Gary- I referred myself while looking for a wine on Google, stumbling upon your site inadvertently. Then, my wife Kathy who was a lurker over my shoulder for a few episodes wrote you about the Bob Parker incident at Fieldstone Winery as you may recall? I then referred my son Adrian whose question you recently answered on WLTV regarding flavors and their origins in wine. We are all VaynerROOTING for your continued success with the show as in your life itself…
January 9, 2007

Cousin Eddie
No me gusta el vino nuevo de cristal

Translation: I don’t like the new wine glass
January 11, 2007

Miguelo DiMarco
This show needed the Rex Goliath. You can’t beat ‘His Royal Majesty’ for 7 bucks. I’m waiting for their Shiraz to be widely distributed – already good press.

I found out about Wine Library and then Wine Library TV (via the Bertani Amarone ‘watch the video for this product’ link) through ‘WineZap.com’. You had the best price, but the video encouraged me to buy the Allegrini instead (I had tasted a different vintage of the Bertani already) and here ever since, my self-described ‘Dickhead’ friend.

Answer for my QOD: Biggest GV Dickhead moment: “[I'm awarding the prize to the best question: 'How many times have you picked your nose today']“. It was then that I knew who I was dealing with. . .

. . . but you never put me to sleep like those other wine blogs
January 13, 2007

Genghis
QotD: The wine-woot link sent me here, and I thank them every day for it.
January 13, 2007

salvatore
Accidently bumped into WLTV trying to find information about Allegrini Amarone. I’ve been hooked ever since. I emailed my four children about it immediately; as though I discovered another planet!
I have become a desciple for Gary.I usually tell customers and sales people at liquor stores to check out WLTV. You’d think I’m on commission; I guess I am, I did win a T-shirt!!
Gary rules wine blogs!!
January 14, 2007

sheila
1. I referred myself.
2. Everyone interested in wine.
January 16, 2007

DrewsPop
Wow, I Have not seen the Argyle sweater since…was it Episode 2 (Pinot Grigio) ?
I know that, as it was the 1st episode I saw, and have been hooked since.
Love the show, and have been drinking most of what you recommend with 80/20 approval percentage.
Cant wait for the Wolftrap to arrive….

QOTD#1 Was recommended by a consultant that works with me, and have told EVERYONE about this
site and they love it. What makes it great is your sense of humor and the love of the Jets..
And most importantly, making Wine not for only the snobbish.

Keep up the good work !!

P.S. Heard on a prior episode u might do a local wine tasting event, but your wife Lizzie is a better planner than you..Get her planning it already, you’ll be surprised of the turnout..I have at least 20-30 new Vayniacs that e-mail me when u have a “cant miss” episode, were there !!

-Angelo
January 27, 2007

J Crazy
Ridiculous man, straight off the hook vidblog. I was beginning to think that I was the only person who enjoyed wine…but that’s cuz I live in a small town in Japan and there’s this old lady…but anyways, much love on this site. Saw the link on WS.com and gotta say haven’t watched much of their videos since. Either cuz I’m watching your vids or referring them to anyone and everyone, bilingually mos def. Hey, let’s change the wine world in as many different languages as possible. Shoot, maybe I’ll do a wine vidblog in Japanese.
March 1, 2007

Alos Diallo
I was actually watching youtube.com looking for reviews of Rothschild wine, and was thrown off by the spitting of wine but decided to give the show another chance and I am addicted to it! I love this show. As a person who is just getting started collecting wine, i find the information invaluable. I have told the people at work who sometimes watch the show with me.
March 4, 2007

slingblade
Gary,I have to believe many wines are fake. When I smell or taste obvious vanilla (or is it vanillin) in wine it has become a turnoff. So many low priced wines have this dominant flaw because the actual wine has no character. Hi end wines with this taste(smell)are Silver Oak and Clio to name a couple. Fast food has flavorings to make every restaurant in a chain taste the same, wine seems to be folowing this trend. One thing I used to do to make bad wines drinkable is to blend a low acid, sweet ca. cab. with a high acid, tart Italian wine to sort of end up with a super Tuscan under $8. Thanks for your show Gary, I’m hooked!
June 7, 2007

ktw
qotd: my sister turned me on to wltv (she was introduced by her friend and passed it on to me)- i have passed it on to my 2 brothers but havent heard back from them (so i am worried)and my friend gigi who also fell in love with wltv.
June 21, 2007

Loweeeel
Gary — (friended you on FB a few days ago) — I just had the Wolf Trap last night (didn’t get through you guys, but you’re even cheaper!!!), and wow. Just wow. When I first opened it the nose was berries (the type, I couldn’t tell), rolled in white pepper, but on day 2, it softened to bacon. Finish was a little hot at first, but that softened too. Absolutely a great bottle, I also rated 89.5, and then saw your review, and I feel pretty good that you felt about the same. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK
September 6, 2007

Corrado
Not sure how I missed that you’d already done this (so go right on ignoring my facebook message; must be I searched on “wolftrap” and not “wolf trap”), but I’m pleased to see that you adored the Wolf Trap as much as I did. I rang it up as a 88 without giving any ‘brownie points’ for QPR. If there was some possibility that this wine would lay down for a few years, I can see upping it a point or two, but as much as I wanted to drop the 89 or 90 on this, I couldn’t go that far.
October 25, 2007

mgcarlos3
GV,
I heard about this place 3 days ago from YouTube, while looking for wine tasting videos.

I told my youngest sister about it yesterday.

She’s the only one in my family as into wines as I am.

Also, I’ll probably tell my mom and other sisters, just because they seem to worship Silver Oak and GV has some less than stellar reviews about it.
November 9, 2007

Kristen
I’ll have to try Wolf Trap- I’ve seen it at work.

QOTD1: Joel Stein and Time Magazine referred me.
QOTD2:I referred it to several people at work.
QOTD3: I love to refer people to cool new sites!
January 7, 2008

Dave
What happened to this glass? Did the Riedel people give you the shaft?
January 27, 2008

Andrew H.
QOTD: I was recommended to this site by a worker at Champanes wine cellar in Michigan. Once I realized what a great learning tool this was, I spent most of my free time getting caught up with past episodes. I have shared the site with about 4 of my good friends that are into wine.
October 8, 2009

John J.
qotd found out from youtube
told the other wine geek i work with

Gary, would love to see you do a vin jaune episode