A Special Episode

A Special Episode – #191

February 28, 2007

Links mentioned in todays episode.

LENNDEVOURS

New York Cork Club

Today Gary Vaynerchuk gets an email from a very special viewer.

89 Responses

February 28, 2007

CW
sofa time
February 28, 2007

Susan
First????????
February 28, 2007

Susan
3rd??????
February 28, 2007

Jonathan
I’m guessing by the time my browser uploads this click, spot number four will be taken.
February 28, 2007

Rob B.
Early today. Top 5!!
February 28, 2007

Susan
Gar-
Invisible wine?
Gosh!
What did your parents do to you?
Ha!
You really
NEED an imagination?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
February 28, 2007

CW
sniff, no QOTD…. and Nick, forget the jets, sport is merely a diversion from the accumulation of wine knowledge and a big time waster. And just look at how opposing team supporters treat each other ! Very nice
February 28, 2007

IanF
8 th!!!!!!!!!
February 28, 2007

10SGuy
top 10?
February 28, 2007

The Godfather
Top 10 again!
February 28, 2007

flavasauce
Gary you are such a mensch, your mama did a great job!
February 28, 2007

Susan
Gary-
Thanks for sharing about the email from Nick!
I used to work with Austic children and adults!
Thanks!
February 28, 2007

cpd
Nice job GV. I’m sure Nick is stoked after seeing the episode.
February 28, 2007

David Canada
Thanks for letting us see behind the camera Gary. In my job, I work with an agency that support people with disabiliities and I can tell you that if Nick is anything like the people that we support, you have done something very special for him by sharing the email and talking with him. You are a good soul.
February 28, 2007

glenn
way to give Nick his props but don’t curse him with the j-e-t-s GV! let him go Cardinals with Leinart and those 2 stud wide-outs as they have a bright future!
February 28, 2007

Rob B.
Wow. Great episode. Don’t discount Hudson Valley when talking about NY State wine.
February 28, 2007

mike m
Great episode!! Nick rocks!!
February 28, 2007

Matthew L
Gary…you have a great heart! That was a touching commentary about who and where you are in your life. It shows that running a huge operation like Wine Library has not changed the underlying character. Hats off to your parents for raising a humble, grounded guy!

It’s episodes like this that truly make us all feel like we’re party of a family.

Cheers!
February 28, 2007

Grasshopper
Sensei,

Your tribute to Nick was very touching. Had you planned on us seeing the photo that was attached to the email? I would have loved to have seen it.

You are an amazing guy and we are all lucky to have you to help teach us about wine and the important things in life, which are freinds, family, health and doing something nice for other human beings.

Thanks for ALL that you do….

Grasshopper
February 28, 2007

Susan
Gary-
Truely you do have a great heart!
I am also glad you are soooooooooo
humble
and
thoughtful!
You
have a
well-rounded life!
Great stuff!
February 28, 2007

TheDumbPhase
Ya big softie! Nick, the Jets are hopeless- do not be fooled by the goofy head-picker in front of the camera!
February 28, 2007

IanF
Great episode Gary!
February 28, 2007

Jeffrey
Glad to see you try the Cork Club selections! If you all can try the Macari Early Wine, try it soon!
February 28, 2007

Jeffrey
Man, I posted before I saw Gary’s review of the Macari Early Wine. Going to have to disagree with you on this one!
February 28, 2007

SoCal
G,
Best episode yet.
Your genuine good nature is why I choose to watch.
Keep it up.
February 28, 2007

Tom T.
Very touching, Gary. You are really a great guy. Proud to know you. It’s not just about the wine but the people too.
February 28, 2007

Jeffrey
I haven’t received my Cork Club shipment yet, but after your review (and the fact that Lenn would consider it, as well), i’m eagerly awaiting my shipment to try the Roanoke Blend2.
February 28, 2007

GottaGoDrink
Gary- Really great episode. You remind us what is important in life, lest we forget.

Matthew L#18- it may have been a slip on your keyboard, but it really is a family and a party! Cheers right back!
February 28, 2007

Leatherpalate
GV,

Puts everything in perspective.
You Da man!
February 28, 2007

mbannon
Wow, how cool is that?? Nice job Gary. And thanks for the New York wines, I think you should do some more of those. That’s one area that I am badly in need of some edumacation.
February 28, 2007

Rich S
Gary,

I think it is safe to say we all know how much emails and stories like this mean to you and it is because you are real and you tell it like it is.

Keep it up. You mean a lot to everyone out here.
February 28, 2007

Rita
Tear Year Sob SOB!
February 28, 2007

Rita
“Spelling” I had tears in my eyes! You go Gary!
February 28, 2007

BV
Sweet show, Gar’ —

I don’t know much about Autism, but I would have to think that your appeal to Nick is grounded in your humanity, your upbeat energy, and the way everything you talk about becomes an adventure.

Bill V.
February 28, 2007

Acousticdoc
Gary,
You are an incredible person with your heart in the right place. My 9 year old daughter is also a huge fan. She watches your episodes as well and sleeps in her Vayniac T-shirt. I am proud she is a fan of such a good hearted person, as opposed to some Hollywood tabloid celeb.
Thanks for being you!!
February 28, 2007

Ken B.
Good show Gary and a nice gesture recognizing Nick. It goes to show that everyone could and should endeavor to make a difference in the lives of others and there are countless ways to do it.

Bravo!

Ken B.
February 28, 2007

Julia
Good show! Greene Grape in Fort Greene is a really nice shop…small, but well-edited. I was there last year for an afternoon tasting with producers from South Africa. For a couple of them, it was their first visit to the States. The store also has an “outpost” (as far as Brooklynites are concerned) in the Wall St. area.
February 28, 2007

Colleen
Wow….this is why we love you.
February 28, 2007

Orion Slayer
Gary,

Thanks for sharing the email about Nick. I’m sure you have touched Nick’s family as much as you have him. Parents like Nick’s are my hero.

It’s cool that you featured two New York wines. That would be a fun wine tasting party theme: Wines from the Empire State.
February 28, 2007

KenP
Lovely episode. Shout out to Nick!
Great work, Gary.
February 28, 2007

MichaelP
Cheers GV! You just made Nick’s day\week\month. He must feel great as I’m sure you are too. At the end of the day wine means squat. Its the people we surround ourselves with.

Salud!
February 28, 2007

TagWorld Brian
Beautiful episode. Well done. Maybe there’s space to use this WLTV platform to include a link to an autism charity, or other favorite charity of yours?
February 28, 2007

Portland Guy
Hi Nick! Gary’s a lucky guy to have you as a friend. I know you will forgive him for being a Jets fan. Thank goodness for his other qualities.
February 28, 2007

Matt B DC
Top 25 episode.

WHAT’S THE RATING, VAYNERCHUK!?
February 28, 2007

E-Rock
You’re a good guy man. I’m sure that meant alot to Nick.
February 28, 2007

Ben N.
Great episode!!!!!!!!!
February 28, 2007

NY Pete
You are the MAN !
February 28, 2007

Dominus
Wow, it’s nice to see someone wear their thoughts on their sleeves and be humbled in this age of me, me, me. A true gentleman and kind heart.

Too bad we can’t get ahold of the Roanoke. If it comes avail, make sure to let everyone know.

You da man.

Cheers!

P.S. This gravatar thing is annoying. I “updated” mine and now I have nothing!
February 28, 2007

AnthonyS
Thanks for sharing the e-mail Gary.

It’s an amazing feeling knowing that you can have such positive impact on someone when others will take it for granted. It’s definitely special when those people share it with you. Like you said, it can totally make you forget about all the other stuff. Thank you for doing what you do.

Nice to have you here Nick.
February 28, 2007

SS Chris
Awesome tribute Gary….and way to go NICK!!!

I added a little tribute to Nick at the very top of the SS (in the “Abbreviation Key” section).

Could you please let Karen know this so that both she & Nick can see it…I may know Karen since I grew up in Verona and it would appear we’re the same age.
February 28, 2007

Harley Stan
Another great episode. I can say without any doubt you will never be type cast. You give us headpicking and jockstrap salad the do a complete 180 and hit us with this. WOW. On top of the stellar performance I received my T-shirt today.
February 28, 2007

Dale Cruse
Nick rocks.
February 28, 2007

JonE
I tend to bet Nick knows more about enjoying life than most of us. Biggups G-Man, way to rip a tear jerker.
February 28, 2007

Pete C
Shout out to Nick. I liked the glasses blowing off the table, too! Sooo funny. But we’re running out of winter here in NJ for Gary to encore the episode.

Gary, may you never change.
February 28, 2007

Jennifer
Well, Gary clearly has something special here. I’m just sorry that there’s a whole year that I’ve missed. Gary, no matter what you chose to do with this very cool thing you’ve built, I suspect your fans will stick around, cheering you on. Class-A episode. It pulled me out of lurker status. Now I’m a real invisible fan, drinking my invisible wine.
February 28, 2007

Mike
Yeah, big lump in my throat too, Gary. Last Friday my wife and I had three beautiful kids in our store, all under 17 years old, from Ranken Jordan Pediatric Specialty Hospital to show them and have them experience what a florist is all about.

I took more away from them, than they could ever in a lifetime take from me. It humbled me to my core. They were not only a joy to be with, but their courage and strength to live the best they can each day affected my wife and I, hopefully forever. Not to mention their affect on how I deal with my petty day-to-day issues compared to those they have to struggle with. Their presence in my store blessed me, in ways they will never know.

Mike

PS: Nick my Man! You’re one of us! I knuckle you, buddy. Go Jets!
February 28, 2007

dadobs
It’s occurred to me before, but this episode confirms it: Gary is actually around 70 years old. Not sure what the deal is with all the black hair (Grecian formula?) and why he pretends to still have ups when it comes to hoops, but he’s too sensitive for a 30-something Jersey guy. His outlook on life reminds me of my grandfather (who’s a good guy too).

Given that today’s email will apparently help keep GV’s WLTV episodes going strong, we all owe Nick, don’t we?!

Nice ep, you goofy septegenarian.
February 28, 2007

Wil Neverspit
Thank you Karen Teves for sharing Nick with us.
All the best to you both.

Nice work Gary. You’re not JUST changing the WINE world.
February 28, 2007

Brad
gonna make me cry you jerk!
Class act.
March 1, 2007

Corrado
Nice episode, Gary. The world’s a better place because you’re in it. Kudos to your mom. I’m sure you were a ‘difficult’ child.
March 1, 2007

Kai
Gary,

You the man ! Very touching, very human and very compassionate. You are the real thing.

Still watching everyday from Hong Kong.
March 1, 2007

dealbhadair
*lump*
March 1, 2007

Snarf
GV, you hate the Steelers because the Jets have “Steelers Envy”!
March 1, 2007

Trish da' Dish
Gary, you are the opposite of the Tin Man in the Wizard of Oz, in place of cold tin, you have a big warm heart of gold, and you ARE right, you SHOULD thank your folks for giving you lots of love tempered with discipline (best thing of all is when a kid has someone raising them who truly loves them and takes an interest in their interests). Karen–great job, you sound like just the kind of mom, the IDEAL MOM, that I’ve just described…could you please post here and let us know what kind of reaction Nick had when he found out that he was featured?
March 1, 2007

Celia
Wonderful episode, happy to see the LI wine, as that’s where I am.
Touching and delightful.
Thanks for your talent.
March 1, 2007

Deano
Gary V you are the man. We all appreciate the dedication and hard work you put into the wltv. It was great you gave Nick the shout out. Great episode and i might have to sign up for the NY cork club. I have never had a wine from NY and i am very curious to taste them. Thanks again for the show Gary you da man.
March 1, 2007

Caren
Nick was beyond thrilled to see his special episode yesterday. The sheer delight on his face said it all. Nick will put episode #191 on his iPOD and keep it forever. Funny, Nick started watching WLTV (over my shoulder) because he said that he liked the sound of Gary’s voice…and it took off from there. Personally, I am extremely touched that Gary would extend his time and effort for a little boy he has never even met. All that Gary has done, has meant a great deal to Nick and he felt very special. Nick thinks you are the greatest Gary, and more importantly, now he knows that you are his friend. For all that, I can’t thank you enough.
PS…Nick asked to read the comments and was absolutely giddy with all of your well wishes, thank you so much!! -Caren
March 1, 2007

Kathy Hughes
Nick Rocks! Way to go, Gary. Your mother does superlative work.

Naples Kathy
March 1, 2007

TimInFL
LI Wine Rocks…My Favorate was the Pindar 1998 Mythology I still have 1 left in the fridge. Another one of my goto Reds from Pindar is the Pythagoras blend, however the last bottle I had wasn’t up to Par, but a wine that clearly delivers almost all the time. When I lived on LI I used to love going to the harvest events on the noth fork and love tasting all the wine good and bad. Its a great time and should be experience by ALL of you who are in Driving Distance of the vineyards.

Other LI wine to look for and ones I enjoyed are LENZ, Bedell, Osprey’s Dominion, Wolffer and of course Duck Walk are all making good juice. I sure do miss it. I have family binging LI Wine to us from NY to FL when they visit.

Enjoy
March 1, 2007

Len C
Nice job big guy, touching people that way!!! Keep it up. But we didn’t get to see the picture. Post it.
March 1, 2007

Matthew L
GottaGoDrink #28. Ooops! Yeah, I meant to say part. Thanks for the gracious catch.
March 1, 2007

Joyce
Gary V

That’s why we love you, you big teddy bear!!!! Who knew watching WLTV would give me goosebumps?!
March 1, 2007

Wineo
NICK, you the man…
GV, your alright…

VEry touching epi.

Love NYS wines
March 1, 2007

Ricardo Ganc
Gary,
This episode……..Speechless…..

Ganc
March 1, 2007

FTboomer
LAST!!!!
March 1, 2007

Adam
Man Gary,

What heart! What humanity! Thanks for being a great guy. Thanks for making wine about people and not pretensions. Thanks for loving your fans, for building community, for expanding the wine universe by making it so much smaller. Good show. Glad to have found you. Now, we’ve got to get you on wine of our times. this must be rectified.

AGW
March 1, 2007

Dr. Dan
Gary, it seems that any comment one could offer regarding that episode would be trite in comparison to that email you read. Even though you often state up front in episodes, “what we do on WLTV is taste wine,” it’s also true that you and WLTV do so much more than that. Hopefully, you can keep it going for some time yet.
March 2, 2007

Southpaw
GV,

This was a touching episode. Thanks for putting things in perspective. Your wine knowledge is tremendous but your compassion for life and the human spirit reigns supreme.

Your mom did a good job with you, your other siblings may be a horror show, but you are a good egg. Thanks for speaking directly to Nick; Iâ€™m sure it was his moment in the sun.

Iâ€™m off to do a good deed today.
March 2, 2007

The British Doctor
Gary I was expecting an email from Robert Parker or someone but this is so much better. I’ve just qualified as a doctor and I’ve done lots of charity work with autistic children in the past and its impossible to overestimate how important something like your show could be to someone who finds life a hellava lot harder than you or I. Keep up the work Gary – you’re a legend.

Peter.

P.S. have you managed to source any Russian Caravan tea yet? If not i’ll send you some from Fortnums and Masons.
March 2, 2007

boyd
Great stuff Gary. My mom loved the wine for her birthday. Shocking that South Carolina has smarter wine laws than the morons in charge in Georgia.
March 3, 2007

Beetz
touching!
March 3, 2007

Stephen from the ATL
Very cool Gary. I was telling one of my Clients about winelibrary because although he lives in Atlanta also, he was ordering wine from some other NY wine shop online. I told him to stop what he was working on and go to winelibrary.com and check out what you’ve got goin on. Really, beyond being able to learn from the show, and have a little fun in the process, it’s the idea of community that makes Winelibrary TV so great.

Other than lurkers and haters of course.

Nick, you’re the man. Careen, thanks for sharing an awesome story.
March 6, 2007

cyrock1
Gary,

Topm 5 episode. A few more Garys in this world would go a long way to making it a better place.

But come on Gary, Nick should be a Jets fan? What the smurf? You should bring him hope, not despair.
March 10, 2007

ThomasS
Awesome Gary. Just you sharing this with everybody out here. So again, what you already know: great job.
And eh, Nick should be proud of himself. You owe him a true WLTV-shirt!
April 30, 2007

Charleen
Gary, I was in Long Island a week ago (today is April 30) and I stopped at Macari. I do agree that the Chardonnay is ok, a bit generic I would say. BUT, the Merlot Reserve is excellent. I dont’love mMerlots, but this one made me think twice! The people at the vineyard are very nice and are ready to answer any question you may have. It’s an excellent place to spent an afternoon at, just sipping some wine. I really like their approach at keeping wine making as natural as possible…Also, I am excited about going back and tasting the Malbec they just came out with. I hope Long Island can come up with some good Malbecs.

PS this was a very special episode indeed. Really liked it, especially at the end.
May 1, 2007

Spitfire
Greatest episode so far, Gary. My cousin is autistic as well. That was very cool of you.
February 14, 2008

thefanjestic
Pretty cool – but it would have been neat to see the picture. Good episode!
September 19, 2009

ulu ulu ulu ulu
I’d love to get some of that Roanoke Vineyards ish
November 1, 2009

John J.
great episode Gary. nice to see you supporting they NY wine club and taking time out to acknowledge that email.

would love to see a vin jaune episode sometime

A Special Episode – #191

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