Chardonnay Not From California or France or Italy or….

Chardonnay Not From California or France or Italy or…. – Episode #196

March 8, 2007

Wines tasted in this episode:

Question of the day: “What wine do you want Gary to taste tomorrow? Pick one.”

Links mentioned in todays episode.

Idaho, Rhode Island, New Jersey and Canada these are the four places these wines come from and today Gary Vaynerchuk tastes Chardonnay from there.

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185 Responses

March 8, 2007

tampasteve
Your not ugly…just elfly…lol
March 8, 2007

CW
hi
March 8, 2007

TimF
QOTD: 1983 Gould Campbell Vintage Port.
March 8, 2007

CW
There sure alot more junk that has to load with the new viewer………
March 8, 2007

adam
top 10???
March 8, 2007

Andrew G
New format rocks
March 8, 2007

Colleen
I like the new format!!
March 8, 2007

Colin Devroe
I hope everyone enjoys today’s episode. A lot of hard work went into making this episode work better for everyone here. New play buttons in the show notes allow you to “scrub” around the video to different key points. We hope you enjoy them. Thanks Vayniacs!
March 8, 2007

waibeans
gotcha 9 times!
March 8, 2007

SteveB
top 10

Chardonnays – arggh
March 8, 2007

tampasteve
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=%207717
March 8, 2007

hinrgman
Another great episode

Thanks again
March 8, 2007

YoungDave
Top 15? Just Missed it!
March 8, 2007

Tom T.
QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=27892
March 8, 2007

Susan
Gary-
Great new format.
March 8, 2007

YoungDave
Oh come on, Gary– “Ugly” is in the eye of the beholder…and the eyes of the Vayniacs can’t even find a way to put the words “ugly” and “Gary Vaynerchuk” into the same sentence! (even though I just did…)
March 8, 2007

E
Once you get the initial afternoon stampede out of the way, the new player is really quite diggable.
March 8, 2007

Jon B.
Still loving new format. Great additions thanks very easy to navigate. top 20 good for me.QOTD Gary will you try an Altos Las Hormigas Malbec 2006 Library code 27807. I’ve had some prior vintages of this wine and enjoyed. exspecially at it’s price point I’m a little worried at the 2006 vintage really young but that seems to be the vintage you have in stock.
March 8, 2007

Snarf
GV, the last bottle’s winery name is pronounced “Sa – Kon – ett”, and it ain’t French, but Native American, I believe. How about tasting Library Code 29447 tomorrow.
March 8, 2007

Live from SXSW in Austin, TX | Colin Devroe
[...] 2:35pm – I had the privilege of helping to prepare WineLibrary TV Episode #196 using some new Viddler features. Things went really smoothly and so far it seems that their audience really enjoys it. [...]
March 8, 2007

Rob B.
Great episode:
QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=4772
March 8, 2007

HomerJ
Gary, if I send you 4 Texas wines, would you do a Texas wine episode?
March 8, 2007

stevek1510
Hey GV, great show and finally a blind tasting….QOTD…easy…5054 the Caymus Special Select, would love to see if you could pick this out…or…9648 the Tensley Syrah, would love to see if this scores as well when the winemaker is not sitting next to you….
March 8, 2007

stewart l
Interesting tasting-always neat to try wines from unusual areas. You will have to do some wines from VA and Texas
QOD:http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30652
March 8, 2007

organicguy
Nice to see two chards from different coasts do so well at that price point….QOTD, Library #28856, it was a different year but opened my palate to what wine should taste like…
March 8, 2007

karl satirev
Querciavalle Chianti Classico Riserva 2000; 30456
March 8, 2007

KAHUNA
QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30651
March 8, 2007

Susan
Gary-
No – you are not ugly!
You are handsome & young.
You need to remain a
Positive thinker!
March 8, 2007

The Godfather
GV,
Interesting episode. QOTD – Either of these two rhone wines:

Library Code: 30661

Library Code: 28997
March 8, 2007

Neil
Hartwell 2002 SLD Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Item #9023
March 8, 2007

Justin
Interesting episode GV, I always seek out unique wines even from different areas. Even though you pazzzzzed on two of the wines i might seek them out just to see what other regions offer. For about $40 bones before shipping i might just buy all 4 just to try em.

QOTD: I want you to taste this:
Takler Noir Gold Szekszard Kekfrankos Reserve 2003
Library Code: 1807
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=1807
March 8, 2007

canadian-kid
QOTD: Monchhof Urzinger Wurzgarten Auslese 2002, Library Code: 8830
March 8, 2007

Dominus
Can’t wait to watch this when I get home. I love the ability to view the wines separately.

Gotta love technology!
March 8, 2007

Bill F
QOTD
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30058
Clos Du Bois Merlot 2004

This is a TSFF (tremendously sentimental family favorite)
March 8, 2007

waibeans
QOD: how about an unusual Grenache?

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29755
March 8, 2007

SS Chris
I went to high school with (& partied with) Nick Teves’s father!!!!(btw, Teves rhymes w/ leaves)

SMALL WORLD!!!
March 8, 2007

hugh
how about Beaucastel 2004 (29803)??
March 8, 2007

Justmarsh
NJ terroir??? hahaha! Does that wine come from Exit 15 of the Turnpike? mmmm yum.

Gary, I don’t want you to officially “review” this wine. I just want to laugh if you can’t pick it out blind.

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29687
March 8, 2007

ChadB
QOTD: 22937 (Shiraz/Cabernet)

As bad as the NJ wine may have been, it’s still better than the alcoholic grape juice that’s made in the Sunshine State.
March 8, 2007

adam
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=60570
March 8, 2007

mas
I was surprised to see the Sakonnet – nice episode.

QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=23902
March 8, 2007

orie0704
QOTD: How about the two Austrian Pinot Noirs stocked by WL?

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=2665

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=2980

Love the tasting note for this one: “Ideal companion to…innards…”

Break out the innards!
March 8, 2007

SP
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29018
March 8, 2007

canadian-kid
My second vote, but this is something id really like to see Gary taste….

QOTD: Beaucastel CdP 2004, Library Code: 29803
March 8, 2007

cgf
new format is working great. no hiccups today at all. Loved the option where you can immediately FF to the different wines or the QOTD.

I liked the Anything but CA chardonnay from USA theme. It was almost as interesting as a Finger Lakes riesling episode.

QOTD: Library Code: 2373 http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=2373 Domaine Courbis St. Joseph 2003
March 8, 2007

John P
I love the new format Colin…
You’re great too Gary!! You’ve done this one before!!
QOD: Almarosa #30034
March 8, 2007

db
New format working great!

QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29948
March 8, 2007

Fingerlaker
QOTD: library code 5734 (Dr. Frank Semi Dry Riesling 2005) http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=5734
how about some love for upstate ny and a great white producer
March 8, 2007

damon
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=1807

I have to echo this one as long as we’re on the unusual area/verietal kick.

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29616

the Folly would be nice to hear about too. I have the 03 and haven’t opened yet. How do they compare.

Did you learn all the new tricks in London? very nice.
March 8, 2007

dougiefresh
let’s see if you really have Petit Verdot’s back:
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29228
March 8, 2007

TimInFL
White, why did it have to be white?

Man I haven’t has a decent chard in a while…a long while. So, once agian GV, I try some.

QOTD http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29618

Montes Alpha Purple Angel…I love wine from this Winery and have been curious if it is worth the $$$.

GO GANG GREEN
March 8, 2007

MoselMensch
Greetings from South Carolina. Great show today — Idaho is now on my map, thanks to you.

QOTD: # 30557

Also, though I couldn’t find any in the Library, there are some great young vintners on the Saar south of Trier (still stuck under the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer designation) doing some amazing things with Chardonnay these days. Very light, crisp, not at all oaky Chardonnays that have more in common with a Pinot Gris than most of the Chardonnay I’ve tasted coming out of California. I hope you give them a chance soon. One name that comes to mind where I did some tasting: Agritiushof in the town of Oberemmel.
March 8, 2007

Jeffrey
QOTD:

Library Code: 5734 (Schildknecht: 90)
March 8, 2007

TheDumbPhase
QOTD-
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=28997

New player works well, nice job.
March 8, 2007

Kathleen Lisson
QOTD: How long should you let wines sit after buying them? Can you take home from the wine store and decant for a few hours and they’re fine?
Do you have decanting recommendations based on varietal? do white wines and roses need decanting at all?
March 8, 2007

Doug P
QOTD: How about a nice super cheapie from Chile: Concha y Toro Frontera Carmenere

Library code # 22962
March 8, 2007

Carlos Rossi, hater
More South Africans, Gary!

QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=18375
March 8, 2007

cpd
You mean my un-manly vote for the hottest blog-dude was for nothing? The new player is great!

QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=22580

Hawk Crest Cab Item 22580
March 8, 2007

BV
Fantastico! Incroyable! The chapters! The verses! No buffering!

Gents – Gary, Colin et al., you’ve just taken a quantum leap forward.

Today, it felt like a DVD and TiVo rolled into one.

Thanks for all of it.

QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=34160

In December, I made a joke about Lancers Rose. It won me a free Vayniac T-Shirt.

So tomorrow — ya gotta taste it!

Bill V.
March 8, 2007

SS Chris
Well, if you asking…

2003 El Nido Jumilla

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9132

P.S. You should tell Nick Teves on tomorrow’s episode to check out where I mention him in the SS….I think he’d like being mentioned again (& also that I went to HS w/ his Dad)
March 8, 2007

Poquelin
http://winelibrary.com/search.asp?Vint=&size=%5B+all+%5D&sDept=&search=ex+libris
March 8, 2007

E
QOTD: Kick it old school!

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29196
March 8, 2007

Cameron P
Great episode today, I’d love to see you taste more of these atypical regions in future episodes, if only for reactions like the NJ Chardonnay.

QOD: I’d love to see you taste the Luna Beberide Mencia from Bierzo, Spain. I’ve heard great things about Bierzo/the Mencia grape, but have never had one myself. It’s 89 Points Wine Advocate, sounds interesting.

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=28046
March 8, 2007

FTBoomer
QOTD:

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29687

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29690
March 8, 2007

rob
would love to have yoou blind taste this…. I had it and actually think it may be underrated…very young, but profound

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=%207717
March 8, 2007

Lb in KS
Really like the new format. Glad to see tasting other regions.
QOTD… http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9002
March 8, 2007

Jason R.
QOTD – 2005 SCHILD ESTATE BAROSSA SHIRAZ
Or the Excelsior Cab Sauv. (SOUTH AFRICA)
March 8, 2007

BCWinesAreIn
Torbreck Run Rig Red 2004

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30230

I had the 2002 Run Rig at a private tasting when I was getting more into wines. Just huge!
March 8, 2007

NathanN
I enjoy the new format

QOTD:Alto Moncayo Veraton 2004 Library Code: 30326
March 8, 2007

Jim Walker
I like the new Flash video format. It has better resolution so I can zoom it to full screen (with control key, scroll wheel).

Most people seem to be picking high rated wines for the QOTD. How about Library Code 29920 (2003 if you have it)? Tank u betty betty much.
March 8, 2007

TagWorld Brian
I was hoping you’d taste a little Night Train or Thunderbird, as a tribute to Ernest Gallo. But for some reason you don’t sell those. So how about a Gallo Merlot? http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=10265

Another idea for the site: how about the option of popping a standalone video player to watch the daily episode? That way, I could cruise the comments and even leave one, without interrupting the episode (and without having to open a separate browser).
March 8, 2007

Jens Hork
Dear Gary

A Danish RhÃ´ne fan from Copenhagen, Denmark, would like you to taste the Gigondas, Saint Cosme 2004 (Library Code 28997) tomorrow.
March 8, 2007

Drewnior
QOD: 1998 Fox Creek Reserve Shiraz…how ’bout all Shiraz/Syrah!!!

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=19785
March 8, 2007

Len C
QOD Dude you owe me a Primitivo episode, I will take what I can get

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30459
March 8, 2007

wine - not
28102 banyuls Coume Del Mas Quintessence 2003
28102 banyuls Coume Del Mas Quintessence 2003
28102 banyuls Coume Del Mas Quintessence 2003
Love the Show! Love the Show! Love the Show!
28102 banyuls Coume Del Mas Quintessence 2003
Voted for you Twice for best looking blogger, and I’m guy…much love!
28102 banyuls Coume Del Mas Quintessence 2003
Cheers to food and wine! Better than….ok well tied!
28102 banyuls Coume Del Mas Quintessence 2003
28102 banyuls Coume Del Mas Quintessence 2003
Well, thanks just the same, I feel better now!
March 8, 2007

aktormedic
QOTD: Alain Voge Cornas VV 2003 – http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=8697
March 8, 2007

boyd
QOTD: 2005 Freja Pinot Noir

Just do it.
March 8, 2007

Jonathon M Chicago
QOTD: Chateau Sansonnet Library Code: 7252
March 8, 2007

Dom
QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/search.asp?Vint=&size=%5B+all+%5D&sDept=&search=dominus

Surprise, surprise. I hear it’s a great wine and I’ve been contemplating buying some.

Great show, I love “off-the-wall” wines and try them often. I think the Sawtooth has a great label. I’d spend $8 just for that. BTW, I hope you are tasting at Cour d’Alene in Idaho. If not, make it a point to go there. They have a golf hole that is an island in the middle of a gorgeous lake. Gorgeous, gorgeous part of the country.

Til tomorrow,

Cheers!

P.S. Another off-the-wall East Coast wines to try is Horton Viognier from VA.
March 8, 2007

Benji
QOTD:

The 2005 Torbreck Woodcutter’s Red (shiraz). A $15 shiraz that scored a 93 from RP and has not been tasted on WLTV by GV yet!! Surely this is an extreme value like the Pasoroble special you emailed us about. Would like to see what you think of this one Gary.
March 8, 2007

Dom
BTW, the cap saved your victor. I’m betting a bottle of Dom he’s bald.

You still da man.
March 8, 2007

Benji
Here’s the link:

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30464
March 8, 2007

Dom
Going through everyone’s links: TampaSteve, good choice.
March 8, 2007

Dom
TagWorldBrian:

I do what you describe everyday. I use either Firefox or IE7 with multiple tabs.
March 8, 2007

brooklyni
Great episode. QOTD: 2004 Anderson’s Conn Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Reserve.
March 8, 2007

Harley Stan
Gary, really like the new format.
QOTD- Slipstream Shriraz Grenache 2005 code 28356, I have been drinking a the yellowtail version and would like to hear your opinion
March 8, 2007

Paul
LOVE the new format. Props to the team.

I have to echo Kahuna – http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30651 – been drinking a lot of PS and I wouldn’t buy one this expensive unless I heard something good about it from someone I trust.
March 8, 2007

Brandon M
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=4680

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE… A Lirac would be saweeeet!

B
March 8, 2007

CampingLisaB
First my 16 year old daughter thought the color of the first wine looked like…well…aaaaa….”Pee”.
Just thought you would like to add a new descriptor to your list.

QOD:

I would like to request you try # Library Code: 9985 Teruzzi Vernaccia Di San Gimignano Terre Di Tufi because I love the name… which is why I bought a bottle of it.
March 8, 2007

Dr. Mike
QOTD:How about something from Heathcote! (other than Jasper Hill) And since you don’t have wild duck… how about…
Whistling Eagle Eagles Blood Shiraz 2005
Type: Australian Shiraz/syrah
Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2005 | Library Code: 30548
March 8, 2007

Scott S.
Gary, QOTD 2002 Forth Cabernet “Trios Enfants” code #29966. 550 case production for $21.00. You missed the 2001 score 92. Fantastic. Be sure to decant this one for 2-3 hrs
March 8, 2007

Jennifer
How about this code – 10079
March 8, 2007

E-Rock
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30766
March 8, 2007

Alos Diallo
Great episode like always GO JETS!
March 8, 2007

cyrock1
QOD – How about something from your family background, say …

Kindzmarauli Kosher

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=22668
I’ve special ordered it for someone before and am curious what you think of it.
March 8, 2007

a4cb
QOTD – http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9851
March 8, 2007

JJW
QOTD: I recently tried several South African Syrah/Shiraz that I though were quite good. Gary, I would be interested in your comments about the Thelema Shiraz Stellenbosch 2003 (Library Code: 3435).
March 8, 2007

leatherpalate
QOD: 29098

GARY you guys stole Thomas Jones from us so throw me a bone.

Looking forward to the Blind tasting!
March 8, 2007

jason carey
Gary, Try this , I have had a few bottles bottles of the 02, but am interested in the 04

Domaine Du Closel Savennieres Clos Du Papillion 2004

Library Code: 7392
March 8, 2007

Badger Ann
QOTD: 28439
Hendry 2004 Chardonnay, Barrel Fermented

It would be fun to see how your tasting notes compare to mine! I had the honor of tasting this with Mr. George Hendry at his winery in January.
March 8, 2007

Badger Ann
Gary – I really like the new format, by the way. Looking forward to more innovations.
March 8, 2007

Adam
How about this:

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=28084
March 8, 2007

Acousticdoc
Love the new format. The quick links are great. Good luck trying to select the wine for tomorrow. You are getting a lot of great suggestions. It should be a classic episode. Another idea for the white board–”I’m with Stupid——->”
March 8, 2007

wannaBconnoiseur
New format is great!!
March 8, 2007

David
QOTD: a bierzo – 28305
March 8, 2007

David K
Gary:

Please try:

Chateau De Francs Cotes De Francs Les Cerisiers 2003 – Library Code: 5171

A 2003 Bordeaux for $14.99 that got a 90 on the WS. Is this wine for real?
March 8, 2007

Jester
These five wines would make an excellent episode…..a Cali petite syrah, a rioja, a barbaresco, a Saumur-Champigny, and a South African Shiraz!!!!!

https://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30312
https://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=2891
https://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=4285
https://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29964
https://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=3435

Wines are, in order:

1. Carver Sutro Petite Sirah Palisades Vineyard 2004
2. Finca Allende Calvario Rioja 2002
3. Abrigo Barbaresco Vigna Montersino 2001
4. Roches Neuves Saumur Champigny Marginale 2003
5. Thelema Shiraz Stellenbosch 2003

Now that’s five different wines.
March 8, 2007

Jester
I’ve heard a few good things about each of the above listed wines. It would be nice to see you do an episode with four or five great wines and recommend all of them. Even if you don’t do these tomorrow, keep them in mind for the future.

Jester
March 8, 2007

Elliot
QOTD – Bonny Doon Big House Red (Library Code 15215)
March 8, 2007

panoca
Hi Gary!
I love the new layout and features. So sorry you’ll not win the VlotHot. We did our best, voting us many times as possible…next time…
As always, greatjob on the tasting. Very very honest and accurate, making you the MOST trustable source out there.
Keep it up!
March 8, 2007

flavasauce
QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=8222
Love the play buttons!
March 8, 2007

manual
thanks for covering some interesting regions in the U.S.. just started to explore southern illinois and the Cynthiana grape. very promising i think.

QOTD : Morgante Don Antonio 2003 Library Code: 9151
March 8, 2007

Mike
Gary,
Thanks for branching out and tasting some wines from new regions. In all honesty, I feel that NY and Canada for that matter do have an identity…Riesling. Cave Spring actually makes a very nice semi-dry riesling, not to mention ice wine, which could very well be NY’s and Canada’s claim to fame. The Niagara Peninsula is trying to step up quality with new wineries such as Warm Lake, who have invested heavily in producing a top notch pinot noir. While it has yet to perform in the QPR area, I beleive with time they may be one worth watching. Jackson Triggs is another nice Niagara Peninsula winery. The best part of it all is that with wine, like you always say, to try something new. I beleive the key is for these wineries to find the right balance to producing wines that will sell (for instance, making your standard quaffing Chardonnay that inevitably sells and allows the winery to profit) and making truly unique wines that when you taste them you can undeniably say, now thats a Niagara Peninsula Wine!…and mean it in a good way. Keep up the work, you truly are an invaluable resource to us all!
Cheers,
Mike
Buffalo,NY
March 8, 2007

Suzanne
Hi. Am I too late? http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=4972
March 8, 2007

winejedi
QOTD: would love to see you try 2002 Match cabernet http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=6117 this is a great cali cab for $63.99.
March 8, 2007

Susan
Gary-
Please try this one.
Interested to see if
Ian Dorin likes a wine how you rate it.
Dehesa De Rubiales Prieto Picudo 2003

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=28521
March 8, 2007

MN George
GV- I would be interested in seeing what you think of the Justin Cab 2004=

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=28521
March 8, 2007

garyv
TagWorld Brian: This is coming very soon.
March 8, 2007

JEFF
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29778 King Estate Pinot Noir 2005
March 8, 2007

Colin Devroe
Sorry comment 117 was me, not Gary. But the fact still remains.. Full screen video coming soon.
March 8, 2007

OttawaB
Awwwwww GV man. Why Cave Springs? You finally choose a Niagara wine …….. and you choose them. We have sooooo many nice wineries. Try Rieslings from Reif Wineries (started and owned by a German whoose family owns winery in Germany), Thirty Bench (actually my fav, and a nice selection of reds and whites —- Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gwertz, Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, and a really nice Pinot Noir), also wineries like Marynissen, Strewn, Peller Esates, Henry of Pelham. Harder to find, but worth the look.

Also, pleeeaaaaassssseeee find me a Chard I can love. Its been soooooooo long.
March 8, 2007

Russ J
Cormons Pignolo 2004 Library Code: 9655
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9655

Didn’t someone yesterday ask for an on location WLTV at Jets Stadium??
If only, huh GV??

I liked when you asked how far away Valenzano was from WL! A little nervous about pissing off those Jersey winemakers, huh? 2.5 hours. They will be there soon!
March 8, 2007

Dave-from-Katonah
QOTD

Tensley Colson Canyon Syrah 2005 WLTV# 9648
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9648
March 8, 2007

CHEF
GV…Would love to see you taste Newton Claret…I think RP scored it low…Let me know your thoughts…
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29907

+CHEF
-Whenever someone asks what you’re making for dinner, tell them â€œReservationsâ€â€¦
March 8, 2007

JustinL
How about a very good 2005 Spatlese?

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=28207 Library Code: 28207

Those Austrian Pinot Noirs that someone posted earlier sound great too.
March 8, 2007

Colin
Let me echo the comments of OttawaB comment 119….you should have at least tried the Cave Springs Riesling Dry or the Riesling Off-Dry. As you said in the ep, Riesling is a much better varietal for this area….

Oh well, there’s always another episode…
March 8, 2007

Darlene O.
Hey, Gary, great episode! QOD: Try a Paulliac. Would be interesting…
March 8, 2007

vinnyd
QOTD

Three words:

Goats
Do
Roam
March 8, 2007

Wheeler
Marietta Old Vine Red Lot 41; # 29730
March 9, 2007

Ryan P
Four Emu Shiraz (Australia) 2004
March 9, 2007

wildebeest
Dang it, it’s so hard to pick just one! Here’s my first choice:

-Tenuta I Muracci Fortediga Igt Marrema 2005 (WL code 30742)

…and here’s my second: Domaine Grand Nicolet Rasteau 2004 (WL code 30766)
March 9, 2007

A
QOTD: Maybe a Dolcetto would be something for a change.
March 9, 2007

ChrisR
Black Chook Sparkling Shiraz
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=6538

I’ve never tasted it. What is this stuff? It seems to be popping up more and more.
March 9, 2007

Brandon M
Did I say Lirac? Cause I really wanted Lirac!!!!!

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=4680
March 9, 2007

Carlitos
I love The new format. I can’t say how many times I wanted to revisit just one wine and had to wait for the whole video to load. Looks like the trip to London is paying out!
QOTD: how about a Mouvedre episode for an unusual grape?
These are two examples I have enjoyed lately and I would like your take on them.
Castano SolaneraÂ 2003
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=5625

Hijos De Juan Gil Juan Gil 2004
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=7886

And also add the recently released 2004 Hecula from Yecla.

Thanks for the show!
March 9, 2007

ATLien
Digging the new format Gar!

QOTD: 2005 Freja Pinot Noir Oregon… So under priced!
March 9, 2007

YoungDave
Oh NO you did NOT just dis RI as being full of “dirty, dirty, dirty” Pats fans! I’m PROUD to rep both Little Rhodie and Boston in the comments!
And are you surprized that the RI wine blew the oh-so-dirty Jers wine out of the water? I’m not!
Oh- and Sakonnet is “Suh-kon-net” – a Native American name, not French.
Thank you SO much for tasting some affordable East Coast wines- I’ll have to seek out the Sawtooth and the Sakonett.
GREAT EP AS USUAL! (…but the dirty Jers can only make dirty vino)
March 9, 2007

Nico
hey Gary, how about this:

WL Code: 29261
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29261
2005 Achaval Ferrer Malbec

-Nico
March 9, 2007

Dmjperc
Gary,

Thanks for including an unoaked chardonay today.

QOTD: 2003 Chat De Pez Bordeaux WL#6445

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=6445

If you choose mine… I’ll place it on my next order reguardless of your critique!
March 9, 2007

Corrado
QOTD: Since you don’t carry Morgan wines (you need to try their Pinots; Twelve Clones Pinot Noir is the best wine I’ve had under $30… and I bought it for about $17!), my wife DEMANDED that I make you taste this: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=27894 Parker Station Chardonnay (2003). I drank a whole bottle of it trying to peg the taste on the finish and I couldn’t do it and it’s bugged the CRAP out of me since then.

P L E A S E put me out of my misery; taste the wine and tell me what that is on the finish!!
March 9, 2007

YoungDave
QOTD: M. Chapoutier Cote du Rhone Belleruche Rouge 2005 (#4710)
(or) Trimbach Gewertztraminer 2004 (29131)
(or) Trimbach Pinot Blanc (39080)
…I’ll try to think of some more that I can afford…
March 9, 2007

diego de la p...
great episode today gary!

it would be really cool to do an albarino tomorrow!!!

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=7482
March 9, 2007

thkorent
Great episodes lately, Gary!
QOTD: Helmut Gangl Zweigelt 2003
Type: Austrian Zweigelt
Size: 750ML | Vintage: 2003 | Library Code: 1812 |
I’d like to see what you think about it in a blind tasting!
March 9, 2007

lou from downunder
Gary, The hair doo was looking a bit flat today somewhat like the Chardies, why donâ€™t you try the Sting look of old? Keep up the good work.
March 9, 2007

Claudio Werneck
QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30182
March 9, 2007

TR
Ditto the Ch. De Pez WL#6445 from post 139. Perhaps a comparison with ch. Meyney ‘03 WL#27705. Same year same price same appelation. Probably infanticide to open them but it would be nice to see how these wines from a hot dry vintage are coming along. Are they headed to ‘90 vintage status or are the elevated tannins destined to delineate the wine? Toby needs to know.
March 9, 2007

Lil Luce
QOTD: How ’bout these Italian wines?

Library Code: 5052
Aminea Greco di Tufo 2004 http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=5052

or Library Code: 9732
Travalgini Gattinara 2001 http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9732

Both are a little of the beaten path, decent scores, and under 20 bones.
March 9, 2007

VinoVixen
Great show. Liking the new format!
QOTD: #3818
March 9, 2007

Sonic GG
How about Magnificent Wine Company House Wine red?
Code: 4587
OR
some Melville Estate Syrah?
28579
Cheers,

GG
March 9, 2007

Caren
2 Thumbs up for the new format.

QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=30464
March 9, 2007

Bill Turner
Since you suggested it yourself, why not follow up this episode with a tasting of wines which better suit the colder climates of this area.
March 9, 2007

E
Pignolo? Prieto Picudo? Lirac? Three comments in a single thread? It’s a brighter day already.
March 9, 2007

BillH
QOTD
Gary, if it’s going to be blind, you have to taste:

Clone 5 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Library Code: 29687
Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 Library Code: 29719

Others to consider:

Cousino Macul Finis Terrae 2004 Library Code: 28692
Bodegas Arrocal 2005 Library Code: 29810
March 9, 2007

stewart l
QOD: Gary, how about trying the Carol Shelton Zin.http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9638 never heard of this one Thanks
March 9, 2007

George Andresen
QOTD: Wolffer Cabernet Franc 2003
| Vintage: 2003 | Library Code: 5738
March 9, 2007

Paulthenurse
It’s pronounced “Su..” as in suck, like what the the Jets do on Sundays; “Con”, Like the majority of the Jets players, cons; and “It”. like it. Su.. con… it. Emphasis on the middle syllable. And no, I’m not trying to be fresh and make a Micheal Hunt joke. It’s a New England thing.
(From the home of the dirty Pats, still wiping up the field with the weak sister Jets.)
PTN
March 9, 2007

David Canada
Couldn’t watch yesterday but nice to have a Canadian wine on. Having said that, you really have got to get some riesling and not from the large producers like Cave spring (pronounced like a hole in the earth by the way). If I get a chance when I am down in the states I am going to send you a bottle or two of some small wineries up here in Niagara for you to taste on the show. Where should I send them?
March 9, 2007

streamertyer
Taste Doug Nalle’s Zin !!!
March 9, 2007

WINO
QOTD- Justin Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 Library Code: 7992 I love this winery and have heard good things about this new vintage.

I am bummed to hear about the basketball team. I said I wanted in. What’s the deal?
March 9, 2007

ken
Interesting episode. These are all pretty obscure regions. Iâ€™ve had wine from Michigan, Ohio, and Canada but Iâ€™ve never had any of these. Sometimes I wonder why people try to make wine in some of the regions that they do.

QOD: Iâ€™m a little late in getting this in but taste the Chateau Monbousquet 2002 on Friday if it has come in yet. Link -> http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=29800
If that wine has not come in, how about the 2004 Altos de Luzon -> http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=8249
March 9, 2007

Johnny Jet
Gary

How about a Petit Sirah?

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=9674
March 9, 2007

Rita Ladany
Are there any Jersey wines that are GOOD?
March 9, 2007

Caren
One more suggestion on the new format….I would love a drop down menu that would allow me to “jump to” a certain episode #
(or can I already do that somehow beside clicking the dreaded “previous entry” button?)
March 9, 2007

Rita Ladany
This has to do with a wine you tasted a while back the
2003 Di Majo Norante Contado Aglianico you gave it a great rating your first 90 minus.
We opened one bottle and we didn`t like it. Wondering if we should open an other and see if it was just the bottle?
We still have 1/2 the bottle may me vinegar now!
March 9, 2007

Rita Ladany
Oh I still dare you to try a mead!
No I haven`t yet. You do it and I`ll do it at the same time.
March 9, 2007

Michael Goldberg
QOTD: I would like you to try Botalcura Carmenere Reserve 2003 (http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=6374). I love this stuff!
March 9, 2007

RickyRicky
Gary, gary, gary… You gotta post a good photo of yourself for the vlog voting! Man that photo is scary! And you’re still in 2nd place! You’re a shoe in for 1st if you go get a glamour shot..

I’m just ribbin ya a little…

QOTD: For a blind test… You don’t get to know what the wines are! Have someone from your office who’s familiar with your tastes go out and pick 4 or 5 bottles….
March 9, 2007

Herm
Qotd….Mirassou Napa Pinot Noir Library Code: 4985
March 9, 2007

Rafaela Giordano
QOTD: http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=27799
March 9, 2007

YoungDave
FINALLY I have a Gravitar…pretty excited. Can’t wait for EP 197 today!!
March 9, 2007

YoungDave
…ok so maybe I don’t have a gravitar…gotta fix that NOW!
March 9, 2007

YoungDave
Gravitar?
March 9, 2007

YoungDave
Gravitar??
March 9, 2007

Will Simpson
I would like you to taste Library Code: 9473. Thanks.
March 9, 2007

Orion Slayer
I’m watching this Thursday episode late (Friday afternoon.)

Cool play buttons for the segments of the show. An awesome addition that makes getting “tasting notes” easier. Thanks!!!

QOTD: It’s too late, but I’d like to see you taste the Barone Cornacchia Montepulciano D’abruzzo 2002 ( http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=27847 )
March 9, 2007

Chris Jett
http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=15267

Taste this on Friday’s show…. I know this is a last minute entry, but check it out
Great “everyday” wine….
thanks, cj
March 9, 2007

yowens44
Gary,

big ups to RI!!! good episode. FYI- Sakonnet is pronounced Sa-CON-nit.
March 13, 2007

Lawrence Leichtman
Great to hear of other places. Just wish as you that they weren’t all Chardonnays. Will have to try the Idaho and RI wines
March 21, 2007

TSchampaert
Yep, Card is the everytime everywhere grape … same over here: people planting Chard on each plot they think can grow vines. Better experiment with German varieties.
C ya.
June 29, 2007

Daniel O
I’m curious to know why you keep pronouncing it “Kav Springs” when it is “Cave Springs”? Rhymes with Dave, save, and brave.

I’m not a huge fan of chardonnays, but there are some really good chardonnays from Ontario/Niagara. You should check out Chateau Des Charmes, Malivoire, or the Hillebrand Showcase series. Those should impress and demonstrate that California isn’t the only place in North America that can produce a solid chardonnay.
September 24, 2007

Helios Gallery
Happy to see Sakonnet Vineyards given a try. Little Compton is one of the best areas to live in RI. It’s cooler in the summer because of the ocean breeze, and warmer on the wintertime because of that same ocean breeze. Lots of small farms in the area.It is the original home of the Rhode Island Red Chicken. Glad to hear the RI Chard did well. Some other varietals have received good reviews before. Unfortunately the only one I’ve tried was their GewÃ¼rztraminer. I don’t remember what year it was, but it was was of the few, really bad wines I’ve ever had. It was very thin, and exhibited none of the characteristics of a good GewÃ¼rztraminer.
October 8, 2007

Kristen
I love the fact that you tried the Sakonnet Vineyards wine! My parents live right down the street from there…the area is lovely and the wine is awesome!
July 5, 2008

Earl Dunbar
Just now saw this … “Kav” made me laugh!

2004 was a searingly hot summer in the East, and Niagara had a really difficult time. NOT good for most whites, and yields for reds were down but quality was high for many vintners.

However, I am not a big fan of Cave Springs chardonnays. There have been some really good ones, but Cave Springs seems to be less consistent to me than some other Niagara wineries.

Adding to Daniel O’s suggestion, I’d add Peller Estates (sister winery to Hillebrand), Angel’s Gate (2000 old vines chard was THE BEST I’ve ever had) and the Collectors’ Choice offerings from Hillebrand. The Showcase line, while spectacular, are pricey. Worth it, but for everyday, the CC series is normally great value. At $9.99, the ‘97 CC chardonnay was spectacular, edged out only by the 2000 Angel’s Gate.
June 4, 2009

Phredd
Question related to this episode (as I continue my trek through WLTV history): What are the characteristics of a wine, particularly a white wine, that has been over-aged? We tend to consume wine really young these days, but you mentioned in this episode that you were concerned that one of these wines may have already passed its prime at four years. I just had a seven-year-old, mid-priced chardonnay the other day that I thought tasted great (although the color was perhaps a little bit faded).

So is my palate just untrained, or would it be obvious if the wine were too old? What characteristics would it have if it were too old?

Thanks, and great show. I’m having a great time running through the old episodes.
November 2, 2009

John J.
qotd: Caves Jean Bourdy Chateau-Chalon (vin jaune)