Bordeaux, Bordeaux. Gary talks about his trip!

Bordeaux, Bordeaux. Gary talks about his trip! – Episode #203

March 27, 2007

Wines tasted in this episode:

Question of the day: “What are you drinking tonight?”

Links mentioned in todays episode.

The Introduce Yourself Forum

Bordeaux is on fire and find out what Gary thinks about his trip!

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555 Responses

March 27, 2007

Brandon M
Just Flexin!

1800’s Reisling…you are da man!

I allready introduced myself.
I quit drinking!
March 27, 2007

TimF
I say we try for 400 comments today.

Congrats Steve K!

QOTD: I’m drinking the WOTM #4 tonight, of course.
March 27, 2007

Corrado
Top 10!

Welcome back!
March 27, 2007

Rob B.
top 5, I think we can do 400 comments today.
March 27, 2007

TimF
Should have set the refresh for 1 second!
March 27, 2007

dmg
#2
March 27, 2007

Tahmedee
Top 10??? first time.
March 27, 2007

Brookhouser
top 10 buddy!!!
March 27, 2007

TimF
Who else is tasting WOTM #4 tonight?
March 27, 2007

Paul M
top 10 2 days in a row!
March 27, 2007

Italian Stallion
top 10
March 27, 2007

wildebeest
HOLY CRAP! TOP TEN!!! (for the first time!)
March 27, 2007

wildebeest
DANG, so close!
March 27, 2007

dmg
top 10
March 27, 2007

Brandon M
ITALLION……HELLLLLOOOOO BUDDY

Congrats SteveK
March 27, 2007

Hinrgman
Now this is what I’ve been waiting for!!!!
March 27, 2007

Fingerlaker
QOTD: a bottle of the Aries i bought on the opening day of free agency.

350+
March 27, 2007

Caren
drivin’up the #’s
March 27, 2007

HudsonHank
welcome back! drove by the billboard, but that just made it worse!
March 27, 2007

FTBoomer
Boastin’ bout postin’
March 27, 2007

drwMD
Bottega del Vino Crystal?
March 27, 2007

Matty Matt
350 today? No problem, and I don’t think Gary said it has to be 350 unique users.

QOTD – Still at work so haven’t made up my mind 100% but thinking Whitehaven Sauv Blanc as we are probably having shrimp for dinner.
March 27, 2007

RPS
The long awaited “Chat” episode.
March 27, 2007

Carlitos
Hey!
Good to see we are talking about Bordeaux today. I can’t still see since I am checking from my BlackBerry.
Looking forward to getting home tonight!
Go Bordeaux!
March 27, 2007

Jens Hork
Gary,
never, never attend wine tastings wearing a white shirt…It’s doomed to get stained!
March 27, 2007

TimF
Gary was only joking about the T-Shirt contest. There’s no such thing.
March 27, 2007

matt long
Great show !!!!! Man, my mouth is watering.
March 27, 2007

SteveB
Welcome back…………
March 27, 2007

TampaSteve
You know GV that I have to keep you inline. Can’t wait to see what you secured on Bordeaux’s….please do tell what’s coming in as I am busting BORDEAUX.

QUTD…was one of your recommendations that I bough and never tried yet, 2003 Rainmakers Shiraz Grenache….TN’s coming soon to the What are you Drinking Forum.
March 27, 2007

Rich S
Nice episode today GV. It was great seeing you report on all these great Bordeaux.

QOD: No wine tonight but something nice tomorrow night. Don’t know what it is yet but I will report…..
March 27, 2007

ejhafer
QOTD: I don’t yet know what I will drink this evening. I had a 2000 Massolino Barolo recently, which was a pleasant surprise after a string of badly over ripe, out of balance, high wine spectator score 2000 barolos.
March 27, 2007

Hinrgman
QOD – Pillar Box Red – can’t leave it alone
March 27, 2007

Tahmedee
Great show, Gary. I love the way you actually take time to read the comments and give shoot-outs to people. Oh, by the way congrats SteveK, fatherhood is the most exciting and fun experience in life.

QOTD – I sadly will not be partaking from the vine tonight. I must work all evening to support my drinking habits.
March 27, 2007

Matt B DC
QOTD – 2004 Dolium Malbec; got it for a song at $10.99.
March 27, 2007

Randy
Hi Gary, did you realize that when you use that great big wine glass, it makes you seems like a little kid, stealing into the parents’ wine cabinet? Just wondering if it seemed like that to you…

Glad to see you back from Bordeaux and energized!

–R
March 27, 2007

Randy
Oh, and I’m likely to drink Kaz Vineyard’s Kazza Roja. Yes, I’m into drinking locally.

–R
March 27, 2007

HudsonHank
QOTD: aglianico with spaghetti and meatballs
March 27, 2007

WaterintoWino
Wieninger Gruner Veltliner Leict & Trocken
Enjoying our 70 degree weather in Queens.
Cheers!
March 27, 2007

Cameron P
Another excellent episode, glad to have you back! QOD: Unfiltered apple juice from Trader Joe’s because I’m too broke to drink wine every night:)
March 27, 2007

Elliot Essman
These four Bordeaux — if you average the prices — come out at an attainable $77 a bottle. Not bad.

Tonight, I am drinking a Domaine Schoffit 2004 Alsatian Riesling, a very straightforward wine. I really appreciate getting this for $16 at Wine Library, and then seeing it elsewhere for up the $24. I hope you’re making a profit so you can stay in business.
March 27, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
Haven’t watched the episode yet,, but getting the idea that you’ll be asking what I’m drinking tonight?? Just received my allocation of Alban today,, but the little babies probably need some quite time after their long trip here, so maybe some of that Spainish juice I got from WL a few weeks ago?? update later……
March 27, 2007

Neil
QOTD: Antinori 2002 Villa Toscana (formerly Chianti Classico). Having spaghetti & meatballs with a organic baby lettuce, roasted beet and Maytag blue cheese salad.
March 27, 2007

waibeans
1
March 27, 2007

Nick A
You want 350, I want 350.

Great show Gary, did you say poo poo it?

=)
March 27, 2007

waibeans
2.. what’s this about you can only post a new comment every 15 seconds!?!1!?@!2

foul play I say.. its just not cricket!
March 27, 2007

waibeans
I’m trying to pad you to 300 if you can tell
March 27, 2007

alanl
Its good to have you back, Gary.

QOTD: Draft Sam Adams Boston Lager… its the spring meeting for my golf league (play starts in a couple of weeks!) and the only wine they have in the club house is rotgut, so beer it is!
March 27, 2007

alco holland
I’m going to try the G-vine gin in a martini. I had a little sip of it on Sunday night and it was interesting. A little Asian spice heavy and a touch sweet. I’m interested to see how it works with vermouth. I’m also going to try the Brooklyn Brewery’s Local One. Perfect for a night like tonight.
March 27, 2007

Garret
Tonight I’m having a 1996 Chateau Lanessan Haut Medoc Bordeaux (18.99$) with a Beef Borgignon beef stew.
March 27, 2007

stevek1510
a shout out from GV!…I made it, I finally made it…..thanks buddy, I appreciate it…a heart-felt thanks to all who passed along well wishes…the push to 350 goes on!!
March 27, 2007

Jeffrey
a comment, just because you asked! qotd, getting over a cold, but i’m going to try and have some wagner riesling [finger lakes] (if i can taste it).
March 27, 2007

Brad
Had the bellevue mondotte at executive wine seminars ‘03 Bordeaux tasting w/ Bob Parker…WOW. Astonishing example of primal fruit, dense aromatics and depth of the palate that still maintains a grounded Bordeaux sensibility…at 14.5 alcohol it’s gotta be packin’ more than any other young Bordeaux I’ve tasted (next to the ‘03 vieille cure).
Drinkin’ a verticle of Il Pareto back to 1990 to check in on the evolution of a somewhat unhearalded super tuscan.
March 27, 2007

Orion Slayer
Cool hearing a little more about your Bordeaux trip. Can’t wait to see more video!

QOTD: In honor of you being back from your trip, I’m going to open a 2002 ChÃ¢teau Valrose red blend. It will not be any where near as nice as anything you drank today, but it’s a Bordeaux!

(I hope the Jets defeat Dallas. That will be a great way to celebrate Thanksgiving.
Only 31 more days until the draft!)
March 27, 2007

SoCal
What up G!
Thank you for educating this California native on the world of Bordeaux.
Please point me in the right direction on some 05 to stick away.
I have some room and I want to take advantage of this year.
Maybe open one up in 20 years.
Thanks for all the hard work!
March 27, 2007

SoCal
By the wayâ€¦.I love how you almost called a $180+ bottle of wine a â€œbargainâ€.
March 27, 2007

CindyW
The sign behind Gary threw me a bit today. You see, my beloved Cowgirls are currently rocking through the NIT finals, and I couldn’t imagine why Gary was picking on my hometown college team (Cowgirls = U of Wyoming women’s teams). Once I figured it out, though, my anger dissipated.

QOTD, my hubby is up in Canada (where he’s picking up some Okanagan wines to bring home), so I’m on my own and treating myself to a super-huge fruit bomb from California: XYZin 50. I first tried this in a wine flight, with 3 wines from XYZin — they make a 10, 50, and 100 (all indicating age of the vines), and its a great learning experience to compare all three. Anyway, the one I liked most was the 50, with a huge vanilla bouquet and a long, fruity finish. Decanting it for a long while to burn off the heat.
March 27, 2007

CampingLisaB
QOD: Chalone Syrah Estate with grilled Italian sausage, whole wheat pasta, and sauce….oh yeah and a salad! YUM!!!
March 27, 2007

SoCal
QOTD: 2004 David Bruce Central Coast Petite Sirah. All this noise from Kahuna on the forums has provoked me to seek out and try as many PS as possible. I have no clue if any one is hearing the South African Syrah trumpet I have been playing.

Question for G: Will you do more SA Syrahâ€¦.the good ones on WLTV? Please?
March 27, 2007

KAHUNA
QOTD: Its watersport night! YUMMY
March 27, 2007

Brian
Great episode. I think I’m gonna be a looser tonight and just have a few Labatt Blues.
March 27, 2007

Christoph
QOTD: Columbia Crest Reserve Syrah from free.winelibrary.com last week !
March 27, 2007

KAHUNA
SoCal- picked up a S. African Syrah this past week- I will see which one it is and let you know! Let me know your thoughts on the D. Bruce- I have not had the 04 yet-
March 27, 2007

Martin
2003 Castano Solanera from Yecla-Spain
March 27, 2007

Acousticdoc
Thanks Gary great show.
QOTD: 2003 Merryvale Starmont Chardonnay
March 27, 2007

Acousticdoc
Finally…Gravatar works!!
March 27, 2007

Garret
Thank you for your enthusiasm Gary. At 203 episodes, you are fresher, more energetic and more passionate about WLTV now than when you began this endeavour.
March 27, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
I have a shoking confession to make……

I have never had a french wine…ever, had had just baout everyhing else from everywhere else.

QOD – 2004 Panarroz Jumilla

http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=1184
March 27, 2007

The Raging Platypus
Well well well, I got your shoutout e-mail Gary, so what the hell, you know I can’t resist the charismatic pull of 50-point font. Love today’s episode – I’m trying to absorb as much info about Bordeaux as possible so I can actually start helping store customers with their French wine purchases – so many thanks!

QOTD: No wine for me tonight, but I did pop open a Gordon Brother’s cab the other day….whew, now that’s a fun wine for 20 bones!
March 27, 2007

jack
loved the bordeaux episode today. i don’t usually plunk down $100+ for a bottle so i’ll have to vicariously taste through the g-man. i was in withdrawal so bad last week, i’d have taken a bonus video on the offerings from charles shaw.

qotd: 2001 guigal cdp
March 27, 2007

brooklyni
QOTD unfortunately, no wine for me tonight, not feeling that great. but hope you get the 350!
March 27, 2007

HungryChuck
Hi gary…… nice to have you back…. looking forward to the footage of the trip…. i think you were looking for the word “Compote”
March 27, 2007

Jim Walker
I love French food and wine. In fact, I often go to a local French restaurant called Le Burger King. Their croissant’s and French fries pairs especially well with a jug-O-Chablis.

QOTD: Tonight I’m drinking 2000 Leeuwin Artist Cabernet Sauvignon and comparing it with a $9 Concha y Toro Cab.
March 27, 2007

Sean
Another lurker flushed out. Unusually warm weather here on Long Island calls for a refreshing white and Borgo Dei Vassalli Pinot Grigio fits the bill. Thanks for the recommendation Gary.
March 27, 2007

Fiorentina!
Bottega del Vino hand blown optical crystal. You had the BV7 wine glass and the ‘Americano’ decanter in your episode. For anybody who has never heard of Bottega del Vino….look it up, check it out, buy a glass…do something….these crystal glasses are simply AMAZING!
Hey Gary-
Good picks on the wine today, but there is no way the Jets beat the cowgirls on thanksgiving…just pray that “2006 comeback player of the year”’s should will hold up until then cause Tui”Oops!”isoto is simply not a gamer. sorry buddy.
March 27, 2007

labmat
Welcome Back Gary!

Rieslings are the Bomb!
March 27, 2007

John Blue Label
Gary,
Nice, fun episode. I appreciate the education on French wine. My QOTD for you, and I’m serious: if you wanted to buy a case of a Bordeaux wine right now, as an investment, and not to drink, what would it be??? You know I will do it!
Answer to your QOTD: Ugo Lequio Barbaresco Gallina 1998, to go with the Pecorino Grand Cru cheese that you recommended. Molta Bene!
Here’s another question for you: Which do you prefer: Italian or French ?

JW

PS We need more cheese recommendations!!!!!
March 27, 2007

waibeans
QOTD: flushing the system tonight so no wine. Been steadily feeling more under the weather the past couple days chugging away on another commercial. Water please!
March 27, 2007

glenn
wathced 1/2 this episode in the Ft Luaderdale airport! now i have to board. got to like The Cowboys on T-day my man!

no drinking tonight. Ambien CR for the plane. self Rx.
March 27, 2007

hugh
QOD

Clos Mimi Petite Rousse 2004….bought from WL of course
March 27, 2007

E
QOTD: the March WOTM, if there’s time …
March 27, 2007

ecola
Come on lurkers, help G get to 350. I don’t think he got that many points in the NCAA bracket, so help a brother up when he’s down.
March 27, 2007

AnthonyS
Kahuna, I think I threw up a little in my mouth on that watersports night comment. Thanks.

As for me, I had a long @ss day at work, it’s 80 degrees here in Jersey, and I cracked a Budweiser as soon as I walked in the door. I wasn’t really in the mood for the Bonny Doon chenin blanc in the fridge.

Time for Buddy #2
March 27, 2007

Autumnfox
Oh Gary you’re such a tease…6-8 weeks! Abated breath…
QOTD: I usually play chance and spin eyes closed 3x in front of my wine fridge then grab at random. I just ran down to do this….and the result a Chateau de Valcombe Prestige. I have not had it yet. Maybe later in the “introduce yourself” forum I’ll give TN.
From an ex-lurker carrying imaginary sword pretending to be brave(Gives shriek…was that my shadow?)
March 27, 2007

JJW
QOTD: 2003 Olssens Jackson Barry Pinot Noir. A real strong effort — dark for a PN, great mouthfeel without being too heavy, lovely cherry and raspberry.
March 27, 2007

MaryS
Hey, just checking in. Will watch after the kiddies are in bed
March 27, 2007

Russ J
Nice ep, GV!

QOTD: 2003 Mercouri Antares, the WOTM #4!
March 27, 2007

Caren
QOTD- No wine w/din, but will def hit the Graham’s 10 tawny before I’m in for the night.
March 27, 2007

Sue Z.
QOD – ‘05 Fichet Macon Ige Chateaux London with crispy fish……..delicious:)
The Jets are gonna kick da ‘Boys butts inside out in honor of Tom Landry this Thanksgiving!!!!! Take that Jerry Jones’-) Chad should spike the ball right smack in the middle of the 50 yardline star just for good measure too! Maybe TO will go after him and be banished from the league forever.
Let’s hear it for the Rutgers women’s b-ballers….Final 4 and (hopefully) 2 more (wins to the championship)!!! Let’s go RU!!!!
March 27, 2007

Jaimelia
I’m probaby having Sudafed with a Nyquil chaser…
March 27, 2007

drwMD
QOTD: d’Arenberg 2005 The Hermit Crab…with a nice Boillabaise
March 27, 2007

KenP
Ninety.
March 27, 2007

WineSmith
great episode. glad you are back.

QOTD: Was planning on popping another Pillar Box red but I think you have inspired me to dig dig around the cellar for a Bordeaux.
March 27, 2007

wirelesswine
Kahuna – I have to give you some recognition on that comment. Rarely do I literally “LOL” but that had me laughing….
For me tonight – probably opening a Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah, even though watching this episode makes me want some Bordeaux tonight!
March 27, 2007

Andrew G
Bordeaux! Can’t wait for the footage. Great episode. QOTD: 2004 Wolf Blass Yellow Label Cab. Nothing too profound but a good everyday wine for the money
March 27, 2007

PeterT
QOTD: 2002 Murphy Goode Wild Card (Claret) Wish I could get it at WL! Gary, I think you were thinking of a fruit compote when describing the flavor profile of the Chateau Bellevue Mondotte. Let’s send Gary 350 comments today!!!!!
March 27, 2007

WineSmith
Ohh and the word you where looking for was most likley Compote
March 27, 2007

Jonathan
Welcome back!
March 27, 2007

Alos
sadly no wine tonight , but this weekend I will open up a bottle of 1999 Bahans Haut Brion with dinner . Great Episode!
March 27, 2007

ChardonBob
QOD – VALDESIL MONTENOVO GODELLO 2005 ala Orange Roughy with lemon butter paprika.
March 27, 2007

ChadD
Great episode-I know you’re like “what ever” but once again you rinsed out your glass with a $183 bottle of wine-what was that about $15 worth of rinse? So cool…
QOTD I finally grabbed a chilled white-hey its in the 80’s here in Ohio! and the first thing I grabbed was a 2005 Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling-was ok..a bit one dimensional but what do you expect from a bottle I bought at Kroger! It cooled me off at least.
March 27, 2007

elbowroom
Glad to see you back on the job. In one of my senior moments, I opened the WOTM #4 wine a week early, so tonight I will be finishing off a bottle of ‘99 La Palazzola Merlot from Umbria. Wine Liability gets credit for introducing the great wine to me through the 2000 vintage, at half what my local source was selling it for. Then I found the ‘99 being closed-out at a good price and bought several of them.
March 27, 2007

TonyT
Nice episode, I love seeing you taste the cult wines of our era (when they are available for sale to collectors). QOTD: I think I’ll have a 2002 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cab, which is one of my all time favorites. What do you think of the Silver Oak wines?
March 27, 2007

Jennifer
Congratulations, SteveK!
QOTD: ‘05 Bluefish Riesling. Peculiar- forget Wine Enthusiast- nicer on the nose than on the palate. Garbage (I think). I’ll probably dump it. Not nearly as nice as the OJAI ‘04 Syrah Stolpman I had the other night that Gary recommended (thank you, by the way… it was nice).
Are we getting closer to the goal?
March 27, 2007

wiblizzard
Dr. Pepper tonight but last night had:

2003 Rochioli Pinot
2002 K Syrah Morrison
2001 Marquis Philips S2
2002 Dead Arm
1999 Napanook Cab

Last night of curling so we had a few bottles!!
March 27, 2007

mike m
Wife had a rough day,popping a 99 Rubicon,her favorite wine, to go with King Salmon filet.
March 27, 2007

jonochicago
Ditto an comment #73. and you know I’ll do it too.

QOTD- Goats do Roam a fun little South African wine.
March 27, 2007

TimF
Wow, comments are coming fast and furious. I’ve got my bottle of 2003 Mercouri Antares all decanted and tasted — notes are ready for Jaye’s post.
March 27, 2007

Ryan M.
Hey Gary, I’m back!
March 27, 2007

TimF
How about another Porto episode soon? BTW – It’s criminal that you guys don’t carry the Ferreira 20 Year Port.
March 27, 2007

Jennifer
p.s. I was much better at Space Invadors.
March 27, 2007

Greg R
Gary,

Great to have you back…I’m not a big french wine drinker for reasons not to be disclosed!

Rempshaker
March 27, 2007

Dmjperc
Great episode Gary!!! Although I probably won’t be runnig out the door for Chat Bellvue Mondotte anytime soon.

QOTD: I will be enjoying a bottle of 2005 Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc.
March 27, 2007

Jennifer
… And frogger.
March 27, 2007

Neurodoc
Go Cowboys! Go Centipede!

QOTD: I might have to open a 2000 Bernadotte
March 27, 2007

Greg O
I have been lurking since I got back from vacation so I thought I would drop a line. I’m looking forward to hearing about more value Bordeaux and your trip. Tonight I will have a 2005 La Montecchia Godimondo Cabernet Franc with some pizza.
March 27, 2007

Smith MBA
2005 Bordeaux is getting really pricey. From what I have tasted, 2003 second growths are pretty good drinking wines although not necessarily consistent.

I think Gary was fumbling for COMPOTE but I am not sure.

I am going to have some Waltzing Vine Shiraz from the old box.
March 27, 2007

Mr. Cabernet
QOTD: our house red–2002 Bodegas Sierra Cantabria Rioja Crianza.

Did you know T-day is almost 8 months away? I wouldn’t get too worked up yet.
March 27, 2007

big_al
Good episode Gary

QOTD; Moosehead Lager (taking a break from wine).
March 27, 2007

BruceP
QOTD – Olivier Jouan 2004 Morey St. Denis La Riottes
March 27, 2007

Dom
OK, looks like we are in triple digits. Need to kick it up a notch to reach 300.

QOTD: Watched your show drinking the NO Sauvignon Blanc and will now finish off the Three Miners Pinot I opened last night.

I wish you would get more of the Rottlan. That is some nice weekday quaffing juice.

Cheers!
March 27, 2007

daniel von trier
Great show today Gary–I found your comments on the last wine tasted especially informative and also amusing.

Did you ever consider seriously practicing juggling wine corks? classic.

QOTD: Ognissole Primitivo di Manduria 2005 (Feudi–from Campagnia of all places). This wine is sick. Good sick. Tasted right out of the bottle, and then decanted and tasted again and again over the course of about 2 hours. Really rich, love the fruit which is present but not bomb-y, nice smooth finish, with the high alcohol not really obtrusive–well covered. Very drinkable now, but could also probably benefit from at least 2 years in the cellar. And, incidentally, great bottle/label design. A good price at $15.99, but wouldn’t go much higher.
March 27, 2007

mas
Can’t wait to hear more about Bordeaux Gary – and I’ll be stopping by the WL on Thurs. morning for the first time – looking forward to it.

QOTD: 2003 Noblaie Chinon Les Chiens-Chiens
March 27, 2007

Kathleen
Gary,
A question about the cantenac and yesterday’s Sauvignon Blanc… Why do they smell the way they do?
Is the leather boot/feces/mousy smell terroir or yeast? What causes the tire/fuel smell on the sauvignon blanc? I have smelled a fuel smell on a sauvignon blanc before, but tried to convince myself it was on the glass, because I never heard it mentioned before.

QOTD: What am I drinking tonight? – Nothing, I’m still drying out from the fabulous wine tasting last saturday at Chambers Street Wines in the City.

Kathleen Lisson
March 27, 2007

Tahmedee
No way we get to 350 at this rate.
March 27, 2007

diego de la p...
alright!!! bordeaux two days in a row..
nice episode!!
March 27, 2007

Rita Ladany
We are changing the wine world!!
We started with Raventos i Blanc Cava poured over with fresh pureed strawberries and Grand Marnier. Yes we had this with of all things slow cooked baby back ribs!

As of right now we are enjoying Altos De Luzon Jumilla 2004.
Home goods in Woodbridge, NJ is were we purchased it.The glass very close to your glass I`ll see if I can get the picture to post! [IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v33/namaste2uom/100_6396.jpg[/IMG] my DH is drinking out off the glass!
A little hint for heavy red wine drinkers like myself mix a bit of baking soda and peroxide to make a paste; brush with it and you will have a white smile. It`s a little gross but ohhh so worth it.
As for the fruit in liquid you were trying to come up with is
compote is the word you were looking for. You know dried fruit cooked in sugar syrup. It is also often used as a drink, in which case only the liquid is drunk and is usually less sweet.
Hey gary what about :Â Intellivision or are you too young?
Oh this one counts as 2 lurkers! Wait I`m not a lurkers but my DH is so I`m writing for him as well.
March 27, 2007

dc13
welcome back. I’m just beginning to explore Bordeaux so this was a great episode for me.
March 27, 2007

Rita Ladany
When are you going on the BIG screen?
March 27, 2007

Les
Hi Gary, I’m Les!

I’m looking forward to tasting a few wines with you in the future. You’ve got a great thing going here. I like your style.

The first episode I tuned into was #201 and then you were gone. I’ve already passed on the word about your vincast so I’m glad your back – it helps with the credibility factor.

No wine for me tonight but I’ve got a bottle of 2002 Barnwood Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon beckoning.
March 27, 2007

Abel
Great show today! Glad you are back.

QOTD: Montes Alpha Syrah

Abel
March 27, 2007

Rita Ladany
A better picture [IMG]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v33/namaste2uom/100_6397.jpg[/IMG]
March 27, 2007

gordoyflaca
QOD: a 1999 Taurasi.

Lets hit 350!
March 27, 2007

stewart l
Never been much of a bordeaux fan and don’t like to pay the high prices.
QOD: Unfortunatrly, I gave up drinking wine at home for Lent. Only One week to go!
March 27, 2007

stevo
Tonight – a Heineken

Last Night – a cheap ($4.99) bottle of Whole Foods Chardonnay that is shockingly good for that price.
March 27, 2007

Susan
Gary-
I have to confess I have only watched part of the ep so far
but….
It is fabulous!
A bordeaux that I can afford!
WOW!
Didn’t think that was possible!
Thanks
I will comment again when I have seen the whole ep!
March 27, 2007

Patt
fruit compote? was that what you were looking for the Chat Bellevue Mondotte 2003?
March 27, 2007

OttawaB
Great episode. I love Bordeaux. I have the 2001 and 1996 Chateau Brane-Cantenac in the cellar. Should be good judging from your reaction.

QOTD: Today is my birthday (#43). So I’ve decided to open up a 1996 Chateau Caronne Ste. Gemme from the Haut Medoc. Just because all this Bordeaux talk has made me do it.
March 27, 2007

Patt
QOTD: ashamed to say Hardy’s Wine Box Shiraz. But a budget is a budget and you gotta have wine, doncha?
March 27, 2007

Marc
I was reading several of these until I came across mention of the Women’s NIT. That’s just not kosher. It was painful enough to see my alma matter get slaughtered by Tennessee in the first round of the women’s tournament.

QOTD: Either a glass of Chatteau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Cabernet at home or Pabst Blue Ribbon on the porch of The Miller High Life Lounge (I’m classy like that).
March 27, 2007

Dr. J. L. Sifuentes
Tremendous episode Gary. Are you planning any trips to Ohio? We would love to have you put on a “live” wine tasting in our small town of Lima, Ohio. QOTD: Enjoying Altos de Mendoza Tikal Amorio Malbec 2005. Thanks for your endless enthusiasm and good-nature. Go Dallas Cowboys!
March 27, 2007

Danielle
Who gives up wine for anything?? Must stink.
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Let’s help Gary win his bet. Start your own QOTD like this one:

What is you favorite reference made by Gary?

i.e. Today’s reference to “Back to the Future”.
March 27, 2007

Les
I’d like to know precisely what you mean by “silky”? In my experience the wines that send me seriously over the moon have what I describe as powdery, melt in your mouth (think cocoa powder on chocolate truffles) feel. I’m wondering if your “silky” is a similar word? Usually this “melted powder” feel is associated with what I, as a neophyte oenophile, consider to be mellow or balanced wine with softened tannins. Can you expand?
March 27, 2007

JonE
What about the 03′ Vielle Cure which also scored a 90? Would love a comparison. Good luck on the 350.

QOTD: A cold Yuengling with shrimp on the patio, its 87 degrees in NC!
March 27, 2007

JonE
Actually that leads me to your QOTD: What are your best 90+ degree weather wines? Top summer heat wines G-Man I gotta know.
March 27, 2007

Claudio
Great Bordeaux episode!

Not drinking anything tonight because I am working late – but I will be may try a 2003 Haut Gardere later this week!
March 27, 2007

A
QOTD: 2001 Aries Merlot, It’s great!
March 27, 2007

Celia
I had an Aries Merlot last week!
This week is Monkey Prize! WOOT!
March 27, 2007

JonE
BTW G-Man when is the trip to Burgundy? I really think there would huge interest as the Pinot crazed public needs further understanding about where it all started. Am I right?
March 27, 2007

Susan
Gar-
OK I’m making more comments
because…..
I finished the ep!
Super descriptions of the wines!!!
Only can afford the first but……
I was still laughing up a storm.
QOD:
2003 Clos du Bois Merlot Sonoma County.
Not crazy about this effort.
Now I know why it was on
sale
and
glad it is just a
small bottle.
March 27, 2007

JonE
And one last thing, any meeting with Michel Roland while on your voyage?
March 27, 2007

Susan
Gary-
Great ep overall!
VERY
Glad to hear more about Bordeaux
and
how your trip went.
Cool story about the winery
and
the blind tasting!
March 27, 2007

Kevin
QOTD: Today I’m drinking the 2005 Pillar Box Red featured in episode 138. It’s pretty tasty stuff.
March 27, 2007

GeneV
Welcome back. I’m drinking a 2003 Matrot Meursault.

Love that Bordeaux!
March 27, 2007

leatherpalate
The Bears are getting better by the day my man!
2003 Epicure-cheap good everyday/food wine.

GO BEARS!
March 27, 2007

Jeff S aka Opus None
Heading for 350….

Welcome back Gary. Sorry I missed you at the store Saturday. But I understand. Going Chateau to Chateau is tough to beat.

QOTD: Nothing. Big business trip tomorrow.
March 27, 2007

Michael Goldfine
Hi Gary,

I really appreciated helping us find decent Bordeaux for below 20 bucks. I am hungry to find wines like that.

Cheers,
Michael
March 27, 2007

waibeans
re: comment 149

BUMP!!

Definitely need some more enlightenment about Burgundy GV. Get out the Maps, plot the regions. Tell us the histoire.. THEN taste the wine! From what I’ve read so far, the area is a lot more confusing than the neatly classified Bordeaux.
March 27, 2007

SoCal
Kahuna check out the David Bruce TN on the WLTV Forum.
I look forward to the SA Syrah notes!
March 27, 2007

kenito799
Glad to have you back!
QOTD 05 Bodegas Casto Pequeno Rueda Chamelin
–psyched that there is so much Bordeaux out there that those of us without expense accounts can find good value, especially 03 to drink now.
–I am all about Spain, the Loire and souithern France! that’s where the value is!
March 27, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
Tonights wine…… 2005 Arnot Roberts Syrah Nice bowl of Italian sausage/spinach/onion and pasta to go with it. It’s been calling for me to open one for a few weeks now so I was going to open it even if we were just having PB&Js for dinner!! Right on GV with the tasting notes!
March 27, 2007

H-Why
QOTD: Tonight – I’m drinking The Wolftrap 2005 Red Blend upon Gary’s recommendation. Huge QPR.

Great to have you back, Gary.
March 27, 2007

Benji
Compote…yes! That was the word. (Comment #71)

Nice ep., I enjoyed watching the last wine – 2003 Chat Bellevue Mondotte. Sweet decanter that was used to pour it. Did Gary say that it was fun to pour from that decanter? I wasn’t sure if he did…
March 27, 2007

Susan
Gary-
Not sure if you can order wine
now that it has gotten hot here
in beautiful NC.
Anyway here goes, can I order some now?
March 27, 2007

FTBoomer
165. Come on folks, we got a long way to go to get to 350.

Wish I had the money and the patience to buy futures. I’d buy a case but I’m afraid I’d drink it when it showed up.
March 27, 2007

Caren
first time for “boot poop” in the SS TN?
March 27, 2007

Badger Ann
QOTD: I’m drinking Mountain Dew tonight. It’s hard to enjoy wine by yourself, I much prefer sharing a bottle with dear husband Badger Rick. Our last wine we enjoyed was 2004 Sextant Wheelhouse Zinfandel, Paso Robles. Nice!
March 27, 2007

ken
What am I drinking tonight? You picked a night that we decided to do a budget wine. I picked up, at my local Kroger store, â€œGum Bearâ€ Unoaked Chardonnay by the Watson Wine Group from Australia for $5.99. I must say that I really was not expecting much but was pleasantly surprised. It had a nice acidity and a lot of fruit. I made a spicy Indian meal tonight, mustard seed chicken, and the wine complimented the meal nicely. I would like to add that I am a bit tired of the Australian wineries, or any winery for that matter, putting cute little animals on their wine.
March 27, 2007

DudeMan
Going to buy my futures right now. thanks Gary.

QOTD: Orange juice.
March 27, 2007

Riezin
Just doing my part to help you win that bet. Tonite i am drinking the Locorosso 04 ($9 WL). Opened it monday, wasnt around Tues, finishing tonite. The wife and I werent overwhelmed, have a few more bottles and hope to revisit in 6 months to see if things come together a bit. The way you talk about 2005 bordeaux, the excitement you bring, makes me think about buying more futures…please dont do that anymore, i have mortgage payments to make.
March 27, 2007

Dom
BTW, did anyone see Peyton on SNL? The United Way commercial spoof was absolutely hilarious!
March 27, 2007

Harley Stan
Another great episode, makes me want to run out and buy some bordeaux when my wife is not looking.
QOTD Water, have to work in the morning and I just can’t spit my wine while watching TV
March 27, 2007

Benji
Oh, I forgot to answer the QOTD:

A: The 2007 evian, in the new 550ml Flip Cap Bottle!! It had a pretty mountain on the label, so I had to try it. Tasting notes to come…
March 27, 2007

Tom T.
QOTD – I’m drinking the ‘00 Fronsac.
March 27, 2007

Kevin
I’ve seen a few posts on here stating that “compote” was the word that Gary was searching for. Are we sure he didn’t mean ConsommÃ©?
March 27, 2007

Pat B
Going for 35O…halfway there.

QOTD: 2002 Goundrey Offspring Cabernet Sauvignon from Western Australia…nice restrained Cab with great balance, not a fruit bomb.
March 27, 2007

Drewine
QOTD: Shiner 97
March 27, 2007

Justin
woo woo! Nice episode GV…as always…

QOTD: I am actually not drinking tonight… Yeah I know…Its a sin or something… But whats worse than me not drinking tonight, is I’m in Napa and I’m not drinking!
I find out about if I get a job at a winery tomorrow, and I figure I will either drink to celebrate or drink to drown my sorrows tomorrow.
March 27, 2007

Susan
Steve K-
Congratulations
on the birth of your child.
I take care of my nephew 3 days a week.
I hope you already got your sleep
because those days are over.
I am happy for you and your family!
March 27, 2007

Jim Walker
The verdict is in: I blind tasted the $29 dollar 2000 Leeuwin Artist Cabernet Sauvignon with the $9 dollar Concha y Toro Cabernet and although I detected a slight difference, I liked both of them equally. I guess my wine ignorance leads me to money saving bliss.
March 27, 2007

wine-ot
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz did you doze off yet! Great epi…here’s my comment contribution. I’ll check back at comment 350!
March 27, 2007

SoCal
Keep it going people!
March 27, 2007

ROb
Go gary!
March 27, 2007

Acousticdoc
Ahhh Centepede. The only place where you can still use DDT effectively!
March 27, 2007

Bobinnati
$185 is a value huh? I gotta move to your ‘hood man. Too bad the old Reisling was a dud, but I bet it was cool to even get a shot at it. You know, corks are corks whether they’re real cork or synthetic cork. You’re never going to get a perfect seal. Air will always leak in (seein’ as how that’s what air does for a job) and over a long period of time will do some damage. Has any winemaker ever considered just flame sealing the neck of the bottle so that the bottle is perfectly airtight? Might be worth doing for some of those **s-kicking 2005’s you were talking about. If they have the chance to mature for 50 or 75 years, why not give them every advantage. Now, opening a flame sealed bottle could be a bit of a challenge, but if it was sealed right and maybe pre-scored, you could just snap off the top cleanly and there you’d have it, 80 year old wine with no influence from air.

Got a bottle of 2005 Winner’s Tank Shiraz open on the counter.
March 27, 2007

Robin M.
Great episode today, Gary. I am not drinking tonight, but I should be. My son broke a window playing lacrosse against the house and my dog ate my sushi. Maybe I will go look for something now (are you doing this for subliminal advertising? I wonder…)
Thanks again for all the excellent episodes. I really enjoyed the Sancerre episode yesterday, since it is one of my favorites.
March 27, 2007

elron
Yo Gar! Welcome back Bro! It’s good to hear from ya again!
March 27, 2007

TheDumbPhase
Congrats SteveK!
QOTD-
‘03 Paul Hobbs Pinot Russian River & ‘02 Numanthia. First Bar-B-Q of the season! Love that 75 degrees in NJ in March.
March 27, 2007

BV
What’s the big deal? If he wants numbers, why doesn’t everyone just respond…
March 27, 2007

Susan
Vayniacs,
We are well on the way to 300!
Keep commenting!
March 27, 2007

BV
…twice…
March 27, 2007

WineSmith
190 comments getting closer
March 27, 2007

BV
…or thrice!!

Bill V.
March 27, 2007

panoca
Gary! Another outstanding episode!
I hope you can win that bet! haha…
QOTD: Bodegas Catena Malbec Reserva 2004. One of my favorites…
Afterwards, a good Port.
Thanks Gary.
March 27, 2007

Jules
Really digging the Bordeaux recap. Gary,thanks for adding to the enjoyment of drinking and learining about wine, really appreciate the time you put into the videos.
March 27, 2007

elron
Oh and yeah, saving my indulgence for the weekend something from Italia or Espana.
March 27, 2007

Susan
BV,
Great job -
Keep spreading
the word!
We need MORE comments!!
March 27, 2007

Dave-from-Katonah
WELCOME BACK GARY!!!
First – great episode, great energy.
Second – glad you’re doing Bordeaux – always a fav
Lastly – QOTD: Wooden Nickel Petite Sirah – terrific!!
March 27, 2007

Kent I
Nice episode; I always like seeing Bordeaux.

QOTD: Unfortunately I’m feeling a bit under the weather, so nothing will be drunk tonight.
March 27, 2007

wiblizzard
Great show Gary…have the 2000 Bernadotte, will have to try it soon.

QOTD: Ice Water
March 27, 2007

waibeans
alrighty!!! passed 200.. keep it up guys.
March 27, 2007

Michael C
QOTD: New Belgium 1554 Enlightened Black Ale
March 27, 2007

Dom
I’m drinking the 2005 Frederic Mabileau thanks to a free shipping opportunity a couple of weeks back. I had it with some homemade gnocchi and pomodoro.
March 27, 2007

Jon B.
Great ep. Can’t wait to stock pile some 05’s.QOTD laying low tonight had some water with dinner and a decalf black after.I’ll hit the cellar tomarrow for sure. Looking foward to Bordeaux footage and values. Gary I hope Andre Wadsworth pans out as well (Hmm).
March 27, 2007

SoCal
We want more Bordeaux Videos!!!!
March 27, 2007

E-Rock
Water. I’m back in the gym summer’s around the corner.
March 27, 2007

thescrewcap
I’d like to 2nd the Whole Food chard, so not bad.

I’m drinking Bonny Doon Domaine des Blagueurs Syrah 2003. I’m liking it, too!

I think we’ll get to however many comments, but isn’t it quality not quantity? Actually, don’t answer that, my comments are usually of poor quality, what am I saying.
March 27, 2007

Matt B DC
. . . was hoping for another clip from the Bordeaux trip . . .
March 27, 2007

Jennifer
Contributing one more for the team. Good night, all.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
I’m
March 27, 2007

SoCal
We want more wine from 1800’s that tastes like gasoline!
March 27, 2007

Canuckchuk
QOTD: 2004 Fairview Cellars Cab/Merlot.

Keep up the good fun, Gary.

-Canuckchuk
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Helping
March 27, 2007

dadobs
Ditto E-Rock’s comment. Besides, my liver’s requested a 3-4 day break from acetaldehyde.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Gary
March 27, 2007

shawn F
That’s a new FLAVA for the ear.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
vay-
March 27, 2007

stevek1510
keep
March 27, 2007

LPapi
ner-
March 27, 2007

stevek1510
it
March 27, 2007

stevek1510
going…….
March 27, 2007

SoCal
We want more pink panther music!
March 27, 2007

LPapi
chuck..
March 27, 2007

LPapi
to…
March 27, 2007

LPapi
win…
March 27, 2007

stevek1510
130 to go……
March 27, 2007

LPapi
his…
March 27, 2007

TimF
What’s this BOAR DOE everyone is talking about? Is that some kind of genetic hybrid of a pig and deer? Sounds pretty tasty to me.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
bet..
March 27, 2007

stevek1510
i’m up with the screaming baby…i can do this all night long….like Lionel Ritchie
March 27, 2007

LPapi
against..
March 27, 2007

CampingLisaB
My girls wanted to be sure they each got one post for you! They LOVE YOU!
March 27, 2007

LPapi
the WL guy…
March 27, 2007

ChrisR
It is getting warm. Feels like white wine tonight. Might go for a Semillion or white french other than Burgundy.
March 27, 2007

Kai Xie
The 2005 bordeaux pricing is completely out of whack, at least among the top producers, they are effectively priced me out of the market. Enough lamenting, I’m drinking 2001 Tilenus Pagos De Posada from Bierzo region in spain, it was discounted to $25 from $42, tremendous wine with balance, complexity, not a typical spanish fruit bomb. A top notch effort.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
This way…
March 27, 2007

LPapi
he can…
March 27, 2007

CampingLisaB
Yes…Two Teenager GIRLS think you are “hot” for an “older guy”…
March 27, 2007

LPapi
get to…
March 27, 2007

LPapi
350 comments tonight
March 27, 2007

cgf
Nice episode Gary.

2005 Bordeaux definitely seems like something that needs to be seeked out;)

QOTD: Poland Spring.
March 27, 2007

SoCal
We want more footage of Gary, with no sleep, drinking gallons of Boredaux, without the Jets spit bucket!
March 27, 2007

John
Hey Gary
Well my wife is out of town on business so usually when that happens I tend to open more of the value wines from the collection. Tonight I had an XS RED 2005 Cab Sauv. An excellent $10 bottle of wine that is actually bottled by HESS. Really nice, fruit forward but balanced with great herbal and mushroom notes, although that was probably also amp’d by the sauteed shrooms I put on my veggie burger.

L8R
John
March 27, 2007

SoCal
We want to see Gary taste a 100 pt wine!!
March 27, 2007

Jaye
I am so jealous . . . would have loved to have been on that trip. Your job is tough Gary, but you do get some pretty amazing perks! Good for you, nice to see you in such great spirits!
March 27, 2007

LPapi
On a side note, I’m excited about what you’ll be giving away for free tomorrow!!!
Also, QOTD: I will be drinking a gewertzraminer… solo just to throw in a variation.
Anyone have a gewertzraminer that they recommend??? Thanks!
March 27, 2007

SoCal
We want to see Gary mangle the french language!
March 27, 2007

CHEF
So you’re back!!! Guess I have to make time again to watch your show…

You know I use to have a grade school friend named Gary…We use to call him Gay-Ray…Kidz can be so mean…Don’t you think so Mr. Vaynerchuck

+CHEF
-Whenever someone asks what you’re making for dinner, tell them â€œReservationsâ€â€¦
March 27, 2007

Len C
what happened to the “free” promise on the email???
March 27, 2007

Len C
QOD Mollydooker Two Left Feet
March 27, 2007

Len C
come on you wussies, where are the comments, we are not going to get to 400 this way
March 27, 2007

John
…..And it sounds like your glass is a Bottega Del Vino – Rosso Burgunder…….

John
March 27, 2007

Len C
Lurkers come out and playea, lurkers come out and playea!!!!
March 27, 2007

Kevin
I want to throw out a special thanks to Tom C. from WL and Gary. You guys make customers feel like family. BTW, this is my fourth comment tonight. =)
March 27, 2007

Len C
Come on for episode 203 we need to double it to 406 comments, can anyone help????
March 27, 2007

Alisond
Glad to have you back Gary!
March 27, 2007

Len C
By the way, bad day today so for the QOD it is now the second bottle of Mollydooker Two left foots
March 27, 2007

Autumnfox
Had to check all the comments again. We moved onto Rocky Creek Zin from WL now. Maybe we’ll be on our third bottle by the time this hits 350!
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Len C – Check the email, Gary said tomorrows WLTV episode will have the free offer.
March 27, 2007

Jose
thanks Gary, your shows are great

QOTD: Rutini Malbec 2000.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
I know, lets all have a conversation to get to the needed coments…
I’ll start…
What is your favorite WLTV episode and why!!!???
March 27, 2007

TimF
First?
March 27, 2007

Atreyu
Wow, this episode makes me want to sell my ipod (i.e., my life) and buy some Bordeaux with the money!
It’s sad but I’m not drinking any wine tonight… I am still in the stage that I would feel guilty to pop a bottle of wine for me alone.

Gary, why don’t you open some other WL stores around the States? In particular, why not one near Toledo, Ohio? I would live in your store if it was near here!
March 27, 2007

GregS
Nice episode Gary.

Tonight was a 2006 St Supery Napa Valley Oak Free Chardonnay. Has a great nose and some exotic fruit, but not blown away by it.
March 27, 2007

Len C
yes Kevin is right you guys have customer service down pat, I changed my email address and Bryan emailed me thinking i quit and wanted to know what they could do to get me back, way cool!!!
March 27, 2007

TimF
Top 10?
March 27, 2007

thescrewcap
Starbucks… call me.
March 27, 2007

Jaye
Looks like TimF is bored tonight.
March 27, 2007

Susan
Lpapi-
My fav ep is the train your palate episode.
I absolutely love it and it is sooooooo…
funny. I couldn’t even talk about pepper for weeks after without
laughing!!! Gary – getting white pepper in his eye – no better
entertainment out there anywhere!
March 27, 2007

iHeartWine
So, I’m a quasi lurker…I keep my ears open while my husband (stevo) is watching. I really appreciate all you’ve taught him…we now have to stop in every wine store we come across and he feels it’s necessary to swish and slurp every sip of wine he takes.

In all honesty, though, it is great to have found someone making wine fun. I feel like a lot of the info out there is a little too stuffy for a couple of 20-somethings looking to get into it. So, thanks!

QOTD: no wine tonight, just haagen daz butter pecan ice cream
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Trivia Question:

What would Gary like you to send him in order to be his friend???

Hint: it’s food
March 27, 2007

Susan
Iâ€™m

Comment 209: By LPapi on March 27th, 2007 at 8:43 pm

You
March 27, 2007

Susan
Have
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Sharing time… I have some associates that have been into wine for 25+ years and they can get pretty uppity at times. I’m only 29 and sometimes when they are talking about wine I just have one of those mental flashbacks that you see on TV (you know, like it was filmed through panty hose and water) and I think about Gary saying “It’s just wine people!”. It makes me smile…
March 27, 2007

Susan
The
March 27, 2007

Susan
Right
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Susan –
I have to be right there with you on that one.. I actually posted the JalapeÃ±o peper portion of the video on myspace to show the world! Good call
March 27, 2007

Susan
Idea!!!!
March 27, 2007

Tom H
QOTD 2002 Buckeye Flats Cabernet.
March 27, 2007

Russ J
As predicted earlier, consumed a glass of the WOTM #4, an interesting Greek red selected by Jaye. Wish I could have more, but, alas, my day begins early tomrrow……
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Lpapi…. pickles! =)
March 27, 2007

Juan
Welcome back and I like lurking, intoduced myself already. if you get all the comments it would be nice to get free shipping, ha ha ha. anyway this is my two cents and one comment.
March 27, 2007

chrisb
Great episode Gary
QOTD: Macrostie syrah 2001, bought it on Woot just for comparison with WL.
Is anybody out there a little offended by the Thanksgiving prediction?
Some of us live in Texas.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
haaaaa good job Kevin!
March 27, 2007

Susan
Lpapi-
Thanks!
I usually watch each ep several times but
the train your palate got
MANY
more
viewings!
March 27, 2007

stevo
Thursday night I’ll be drinking the 2003 Di Majo Norante Contado Anglianico. I’m pretty excited – it will be the first time I’ve tried a wine that GV tasted on the show.
March 27, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
BADGER ANN!!! are you nuts? A bottle of wine by yourself,,,,,, you don’t have to share!???!

Can’t wait to see the count when I get up in the morning!! Keep it going Vayniacs!
March 27, 2007

Susan
Almost
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Thanks LPapi. Here’s a follow up. Anyone here actually send Gary pickles? Except for that one video I saw?
March 27, 2007

Susan
300!!!
March 27, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
Heck I might just stay up to try and catch if I can be #350!! Never seem to get a chance at #1.
March 27, 2007

stevo
Friday night I’m going to rock the 2004 Hess Estate Cab Allomi with a filet and a twice baked potato.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Next question….

During a wine tasting party… How much wine can you drink, (ex: 1st wine, 2nd wine, 3rd wine, etc.) before they all start tasting the same!!!???
March 27, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
If it’s a good pour, I’d say I’m tasting everything the same by 3 glasses…. Of course I’m not the Kahuna who seems to be able to down a couple bourbons before he starts tasting…………
March 27, 2007

stevo
Saturday I’ll bring sping in with a 2006 Newhaven Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. My wife and I will drink it from the rooftop of our apartment in DC with a view of Georgetown and the National Cathedral.
March 27, 2007

stevo
And Sunday I’ll give a Riesling a try: 2005 Bastgen Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr.
March 27, 2007

Dave Canada
Holy shit….292! Nice episode.
QOTD – 2000 Weinert Cabernet. Have you tried it? At $15 Canadian (12 US) this is a tremnedous QPR!
March 27, 2007

Shotgun
Bordeaux is amazing is it not? QOD– Drinking, or rather sadly past-tense have drunk, a wonderful Syrah from Nickel and Nickel (yeah they do a couple of wines other than their single vineyard Cabs) the Hudson Vineyard 2004– too young but ravishing. Started out with the remains of a bottle of Stags Leap Arcadia Chardonnay 2005 that was started last night– as Un-California a Chard as you might want- lean, mean, subtle subtle oak and probably little or no malolactic. Rombauer fans would hate it, which is fine by me, more for me to drink.
March 27, 2007

Ryan M.
Hehe, we’ll surely gonna get 350 comments by midnight at this rate!
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Unfortunately, I’ve never been to a wine tasting party. I hope to change that at the WL party in San Francisco. Does anyone know how the WL tastings work? should I bring my own wine or expect Gary to bring the thunder?
March 27, 2007

LPapi
TommyBoBo-
hahaaa! Yes Kahuna appears to have Dean Martin’s tolerance!
March 27, 2007

KAHUNA
AnthonyS and Wireless- I am glad I was able to make one puke and the other laugh all with one comment!
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
#288???

QOTD: Ravins Wood Barricia Zin 03- I give it 87 points. ohhh and tomorrow Ither Justin Cab 04 OR Jacob’s creek Reserve Shiraz 03 (AWSOME!!! AND ONLY $12!!!!!) Witch should I open???
March 27, 2007

Matt B DC
Top 300?
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
me!!!! 300
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
NO!! 301
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Kevin –
Never been to the WL parties… But I’m sure it is rrriidiculously awesome.
Man, all you need for a wine tasting party is a couple of friends (as little as 2-3) and a wine per head!
Then taste away, you’ll be amazed at how fun it gets right after your 2-3 glass
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
AND 302 + 303???????????
March 27, 2007

EJ
QOD– 04 Altos de Luzon—- loving it!
March 27, 2007

Doc Dan
Congrats SteveK. I had my fourth child Feb 6th so I feel your sleepless nights!!
GV, LOVE the Brdx reports! Keep them coming.
QOTD: Fat Tire, but had 2004 Rothschild Merlot last night.
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
So is piller box realy that good??
March 27, 2007

Kevin
I dont have 3-4 friends in my circle that enjoy wine. They all like beer. I’m thinking about a beer tasting party for them. Maybe I’ll throw in a PBR and see how they react. =)
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
Has anyone tryed “Three blind moose Cab” ???
March 27, 2007

BV
You see, Gar’…
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
I hear good things but at like $7 can it be?
March 27, 2007

BV
…all this multiple logging…
March 27, 2007

BV
…makes for a very…
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Alaska1 the QPR on Pillar Box is pretty incredible. It’s a deep wine for 8-11 dollars.
March 27, 2007

TimF
Top 350?
March 27, 2007

Pat Mc
Welcome Back – QOTD Charles Creek Miradoro – 3rd day open although it’s best to finish in 2 days(I’m pacing myself and my DH drinks only Girls’ Light beer. Which is good when you think about it – less competition for those WL recommendations.)
March 27, 2007

BV
…pyrrhic victory.

Love ya anyway!

Bill V.
March 27, 2007

NathanN
QOTD: Having the ‘05 Wolf Trap.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
I hear ya Kevin. Throwing that PBR would certainly throw them off, but if by then they’ve already drank a few bears, I’m sure they’d be willing to go for it.
You know.. now that you mention it, having a beer tasting party wouldn’t be such a bad idea…
Now, If you ever do that… be sure to thow an “Arrogant Bastard” in the mix… if you havent tried it… dont, but it would be fun
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Alaska1 -
Havent tried the Three blind moose Cab… but…
I hear this one is cheap and aaaaaawweesome: “Big Ass Cab”
March 27, 2007

TimF
When you go to a hotel, don’t forget to bring a towel!
March 27, 2007

Susan
Wine Tasting Party –
For me personally after 4 wines I
really can’t tell one from the other much.
I bet Kahuna could but I can’t.
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
Thanks LPapi Now I have to try it.
March 27, 2007

Susan
Vayniacs-
March 27, 2007

LPapi
hahaha Looks Like Kahuna has a bit of a rep huh
March 27, 2007

Tahmedee
Does anyone know what the record is for highest number of comments per episode?
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
also thanks Kevin!
March 27, 2007

Susan
Keep
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
Can I be number 350??? please??
March 27, 2007

Susan
Those
March 27, 2007

Atreyu
I also joined the forum and posted in the introduce yourself section!
March 27, 2007

Susan
Comments
March 27, 2007

Neal
Because me, and a little bit of you, will get you to win your bet on the nuimber of comments tonight!!!

Drinking tonight? Opened a bottle of the 2005 Mollydooker Boxer, 95 pts Robert Parker. When I first had this when it came available in Sept/Oct. 2005 I thought it was just too hot. The alcohol (16%!)overpowered the juice. Very new world but I thought Parker was just off…maybe a 90-91….but no 95…just 5-6 months later the alcohol has tempered amazingly. The Boxer is silky smooth on the tongue with a robust and full mid palate…still quite strong on the finish but I was very impressed for a $20 wine…played well above its price tag. For those that panned the Boxer on release as just too much over the top I think they will be pleasantly surprised…I am already looking forward to what another 6 months will do….this could be awesome in 2-3 years….

Keep up WLTV…!!!
March 27, 2007

Kevin
LPapi,I don’t think any of them have had Arrogant Bastard yet. I have and it is damn near perfect.
March 27, 2007

Susan
Coming!!!!
March 27, 2007

laposte
QOTD: Worked late, too tired to open a bottle tonight…
March 27, 2007

Susan
NOW
March 27, 2007

Susan
WE
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
almsot!
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Ahhhh Kevin, not only wine but a beer connoisseur are you
Many think that Arrogan Bastard is too much to bear, but if you appreciate big wines, you can learn to appreciate big beers…
March 27, 2007

Susan
Are
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
10 more!
March 27, 2007

IntoTheFray
Just helping with the bet.
March 27, 2007

Susan
About
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
me me me me meeeeeeeeeeeee.
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Well, with only ~10 posts to go. I’m pretty sure we will reach 350. Congrats Gary!
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
we can do it !!!
March 27, 2007

LPapi
hahaha keep posting almost there!
Susan knows what she’s doing
March 27, 2007

Susan
To
March 27, 2007

Tahmedee
Top 350?????
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
yes!!!!!! we are there !
March 27, 2007

LPapi
350?
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Gary wins!
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
yeaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!1
March 27, 2007

Susan
Reach
March 27, 2007

AndrewP
Another great episode. QOTD… nada, no wine for me tonight. Next Tuesday night I hope to be drinking something special to celebrate winning the inaugural WLTV NCAA tournament challenge. Until thenâ€¦ keep up the great work.

AndrewP aka â€œTheDudeâ€
March 27, 2007

Tahmedee
Woohoo!!!!!!!! Do I win??????
March 27, 2007

Kevin
Now I’m off to watch hockey. Good night all.
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Congratulations Vayniacs hahaaa! we did it…
Remember, Tomorrow, Gary is giving something away for FREE!!!
Hmm… will it be shirts?? Perhaps free shipping? maybe free personal advice… who knows!!!
March 27, 2007

Susan
356?
Wow – I think we really can reach 400!
Great job all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 27, 2007

LPapi
Good Night Kids! see ya tomorrow!
March 27, 2007

JayZee
Excellent episode as usual. QOTD: Tonight we had a bottle of 1999 Morgante Don Antonio Nero D’Avolo. Very nice wine with the sausage tortoloni that my wife made this evening. Cheers!
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
free stuff, that is my fav!
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
Good night to all of my wine friends! Enjoy
March 27, 2007

life'stooshort
duuuude, i’ve been tastifying to your bordeauxage. because mou, and a little bit of ye, we’re wining the change world, aren’t you? sorry, had to go there. welcome back…
March 27, 2007

DaveyDonut
Comments for the sake of comments are silly (1 word? come on people). Say something useful! The bet should have been 350 UNIQUE comments, not counting the 26 comments from Susan (yes, I counted)

Mmmmm Bordeaux. So far I’ve purchased 3 cases of 2005 futures, and will probably get some more in the coming months (trying to do one case a month, but this month I had to get the 2001 Caprili Brunello di Montalcino ($29.80/bottle for a 93 point Tanzer wine? SIGN ME UP! And yes, I had a bottle first, and it’s awesome; just too young)). I’m trying to stick more in that $30/bottle range. Definitely seems to be some good stuff there… the highest I’m going is the Branaire (Duluc-Ducru) at $60/bottle… lots of people scoring that one above 95! Too bad you guys are out of it, so I have to get it elsewhere.

QOTD: 2003 Zenato Ripassa. Mmmm delicious!

David
March 27, 2007

elron
This is going way past 400!
March 27, 2007

SCATPACK
Opened a bottle of Keesha Russian River Pinot Noir 2004 I bought at WL. Turkey day will be great when the J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS crush them Cowboys.
March 27, 2007

elron
This will be closest to the biggest reply episode yet. A little cheating though!?
March 27, 2007

Mike I
One of GV’s great school night wines – the Wolftrap. Unbelievable for 7 bones (to use the lingo).
March 27, 2007

SCATPACK
Will it make it to 400?!
March 27, 2007

Porter
Las Brisas 2005
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
well bed time chow all
March 27, 2007

Lars
Great episode, Wine Guy.

QOTD: Finishing off a bottle I opened yesterday. 2004 Banfi Chianti Classico (Lars’ review: 86 pts. won’t rock your world, but is a nice chianti with food. Wet pebbles, earthy nose. Soft tannin with a hint of red cherry coming through.)

Top 500?
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
Yes Lars is here, Now I can go to bed. GO VIKES!
March 27, 2007

Herm
I enjoyed yesterdays and todays episodes….glad your are back…Qotd… Beringer 2004 old vine Zinfandel
March 27, 2007

stevo
To weigh in on the Pillar Box – I think it is overrated. Bought a bottle this weekend – had a half of a glass and poured the rest out. Totally over it. I may not have had the best frame of mind…I was dehydrated and tired from snowboarding all day. Still, my judgement was not that far off.
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
Thanks for the review Stevo
March 27, 2007

NickP
Been a long time since I posted. Great episode to re-enter the field. I will be stopping into WL this week to pick up some Bordeaux – you really piqued my interest again. Don’t know if I’ll go for the Mondotte, but i will definitely be treating myself.
QOTD: 2000 Ch. Tour de Segur (from WL) – totally coincidental. Not a great bordeaux, but OK.

Vayniacs will definitely break 400 tonight!
March 27, 2007

Capt M
Gary, the glass that you used today is a Bordeaux glass. ConcepciÃ³n and I have a couple of those, and they are probably our favorite glasses to drink our wine out of.
March 27, 2007

KenP
Tonight I’m drinking a Radio-Coteau syrah. Eric Sussman is a very, very capable ‘winegrower’. Look ‘em up!
March 27, 2007

Rob Lind
QoD – 2005 Bodegas Olivares Monastrell Altos de la Hoya

Love the show, BTW
March 27, 2007

Matt the Lurker
QOTD – 2004 Saisons De Beauchene Cotes du Rhone

Out there exploring new things tonight. Sorry, not that excited and wouldn’t recommend this one.
March 27, 2007

Capt M
Had the Pillar Red Box last week. Definitely overrated. Over-the-top fruit driven borderline artificial flavored
March 27, 2007

Alaska1
bummer!
March 27, 2007

stevo
Another comment I’ve been meaning to make to everyone complaining about problems viewing the episodes: It’s your computer and/or internet connection. I never have a problem viewing.
March 27, 2007

Capt M
Is the word you were looking for “chowder”?
March 27, 2007

life'stooshort
oh, and QOTD: Tonight? Shotfire shiraz–for what, $13? Amazing QPR for such a complete pour…
March 27, 2007

Capt M
QOTD: Not having wine tonight. Struggling to give up wine for lint. Having water, maybe some decaf iced tea. Gary, run a survey to find out how many people are giving up wine as sacrifice
March 27, 2007

nick K
Qotd: 2003 Clos Montirius, Vacqueyras. I decanted and let it breath for 2 hours, Nothing better with Wine library tv and an episode of Family Guy. Perfect match
March 27, 2007

elron
Had the Pillar Box too! Needed some time to open; was better the next day!
March 27, 2007

AndrewB
QoD: 2005 Jekel Vineyards Monterey County Pinot Noir, $17, is what it is. I like it, nice cherry fruit with good balance of acidity with the fruit, spice, and loamy soil & asparagus. In this price range I would totally reccomend Australia’s Hill of Content Pinot Noir which has it all going on and I know most of you out there wouldn’t go near Pinot under $30, but that one brings it. Stop by Wegmans and show us love. Peace! Gary, you eat shellfish? that’s not kosher. Happy Holidays!
March 27, 2007

elron
Gar, a lot of support from your peeps! Way to go all!
March 27, 2007

Ferrigno
March 27, 2007

Wino
Did we make the right number? Did you win the bet? Welcome back.
March 27, 2007

Kent I
That’s a lotta comments!
March 27, 2007

cpd
QOTD ‘02 Robert Young Scion
March 27, 2007

Kent I
Bah! I missed 400!
March 27, 2007

caleb
QOTD-Tasting at the interlaken, started w half bottle of sonoma cutrer paired w crab cake w citrus burre blanc, then some former co workers did a tasting for us based around their wines by the glass, joseph daniels cab,morro bay merlot, paul hobbs malbec (argentina),Crossings pinot noir,Ridge Zin (sonoma zin blended w rhones, dont remember the specific name) and a forgettable sangiovese! Fun night! Rockin episode Gary.
March 27, 2007

cpd
Yes you did…
March 27, 2007

Justin S
Weiging in on the pillar box I actually love it, but then again I’m big on the explosive flavors lately. Still watchin and love the show!

Proper introduction
Justin St marys Georgia
Chef de Cusine Le Clos restaurant
http://www.leclos.com
March 27, 2007

97 Brunello
hey, got your response email when I was traveling back from Boston. Completely unexpected off a mass email, give you 98 points for that…

As for the last one, sounds unfrickenbelievable! How dare you rinse your glass into the spittoon. Why not let your cameraman drink it? Or pour it into your glass and raffle it off?! It’s a 98 point wine for jeezuz sake!!!
March 27, 2007

97 Brunello
oh by the way, drinking the Bandits. best wine in a box!!! Try it.
March 27, 2007

Jerry the 2THDR
Finished off a bottle I opened 2 days ago. 2003 Turley Zinfandel
March 27, 2007

Matt W
Viva el vino revolucion!
March 27, 2007

Kirk
QOTD: Tonight I open my next to last bottle of the 2001 Patricia Green Balcombe Block 1B. This wine is clearly in it’s peak. If you have any 2001’s from Paty Green crack one to see what you think.
Nose: Dusty boots in a fresh tilled field. You can almost smell the rocks and greenery that has been churned up for the planting season. A heavy raspberry scent with a light coat of cinnimon leads to the smell of a cracked cherry that makes your cheeks pucker just thinking about it.
Taste: In the mouth this is extreemely seductive and smooth. There is a nice ballance and the acid is ever so slightly dominant as flavors of wild strawberries and carmalized sugar come through. This is a very rustic wine both in the nose and in the mouth….a superb effort.
Finish: is 20-30+ seconds and coats your mouth like a blanket coats your bed in the cold of winter. Drink over the next 18 months for peak quality.
92+ points.
March 27, 2007

Bobinnati
Nah – the word he was looking for was compote.
March 27, 2007

RobinRedBest in Boise, ID
Great range of Bordeaux tonight Gary. Hoping I’m # 409…QOTD 75 Joseph Swan Chard with fresh Tuna [wishing I had fresh Abalone as served by Joe the first time I tasted it - oh, well...] and a 2001 Rosemount Australian Shiraz with some cheese. “A meal without cheese is like a woman with only one eye.” Picasso? cubist period?
March 27, 2007

David
Holly Smoke!! Looks like everyone has withdrawal symptoms from Gary V. Great episode. I’ve been drinks some home brew 2005 Cab Sav lately ($4 a bottle baby!! Talk about value wine!! 88pts) Not very complex, but smooth on the tannins and you know, I think i taste some dirty gummy worms. You know, the type that you dropped on the floor, kissed up to god and ate, yaa dirty gummy worms. Welcome back to the state and congrads to Steve K on the new addition.
March 27, 2007

wine-ot
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzcongradulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 27, 2007

Michael
Just got home and I hope my post counts.

For the QOTD how about a EAGLEPOINT RANCH “04″ SYRAH

or a CASTELLO di GABBIANO ALLEANZA 2000 TOSCANA.

Gary! thank you for all you have done and all you do,you are

enjoyed and liked more then you know . . . . . . Thanks Gary
March 27, 2007

RonC
First timer. My son told me about Wine Library, so I checked out the site. Been lurking for a few days now. Watched about a dozen episodes and was really rocked by #148. It’s a classic. Excellent episode today. Looked for the Chat Bernadotte 2003 ($18.99) locally and saw it On Sale for $26.49 !!! Guess I’ll be making a trip to Springfield this weekend . Jets 27, Cowboys 23.
March 28, 2007

flavasauce
WOW this episode was a veritable cornicopia of information, a plethora of factiods, in other words as my favorite high school english teacher would say “a fuckload” of data about Bordeaux!! (I hope this doesn’t get me censored.) Great great show Gary!!!!!!!!!!!
QOTD:Opened a 1999 Boxler Sommerberg grand Cru Riesling I got recently for $28 bones and I must say it was a dissapointment. I had a waaay better Boxler this Fall in Napa, more recent vintage. Not bringing the thunder for some reason. I gave it an 88.
March 28, 2007

Darlene O.
So glad to have you back, Gary! Great episode!!! Love all the info about Bordeaux, look forward to what’s coming! QOD: Tonight, wanted a Paulliac…instead, settled for a lovely little Zin from a local winery in my neighborhood. Tonight, it’s 2003 Joseph Filippi Cucamonga Valley Zin. One of my favorite wines of all time. Have a case, and we’re hoarding it, as there is no more of this vintage. We have one of the last cases.
March 28, 2007

NY Pete
2002 St.Supery Cabernet
March 28, 2007

TagWorld Brian
Gary, great episode! Made me want to buy every 2005 Bordeaux future out there.

Tonight, drank some leftovers from yesterday’s Zaca Mesa Z Cuvee 2004. Nice little cherry bomb. Then a shot of Grand Marnier in my Riedel Vinum Bordeaux glass. Want to talk about legs? Put some GM in your wine glass. Silky heat.

Anyway, glad to have you back in the US (to paraphrase the Beatles).
March 28, 2007

Joe In LA
03 Casa Emma! Thanks to you and Brandon….with Eggplant and chicken parmesean. Fantastic juice that I would have never known about without WLTV!

Great show today GV. You remind me of a pair of shoes that just got a fresh coat of polish. You seem a little more refined on the tasting action after a run with the big dogs in Bordeaux…
March 28, 2007

Pants
Great one, Gary. You wanted comments, you got comments!

QOTD: No wine for me tonight. Scotch! Tasty tasty Scotch! 19 year Macallan to be exact. Smoke, caramel, a little oak, a little bit of peat (but not much), and something akin to espresso-coated violets. The last one is a little weird I know, but it’s late and that’s what I’m tasting. Good good stuff. Not my Johnny Walker Blue… but I can’t pour that out on a Tuesday night.
March 28, 2007

The Smartest Girl in San Francisco
Wow! Nice big glass tonight — it’s pretty much as big as your head! I’m impressed.

Wouldn’t it be cool if you could have it make your forehead super big when you smell the wine, like when we were kids in those carnival fun house mirrors? Does Chris know CGI? That would be sooo cool!

Anyway, since we’re doing visuals here, the shirt looked pink/light blue/purple tonight, although I’m sure it’s white. That’s great for SF, but Jersey?

QOTD: southern italy, and some Bogle. Yum.

–TSGISF
March 28, 2007

Pants
Damn, I got comment 420, and didn’t notice before I could throw in some stupid pot jokes. Such an opportunity squandered!!!! NOOOOOOO!!!!!!
March 28, 2007

YoungDave
#423!!!
Wow- Looks like you win the bet with that co-worker at WL, Big G! Congrats- the mass e-mail was clever. Also, geat Ep. as always and I was waiting to hear about Bordeaux.
QUESTION FOR BIG G: (as if you’ll even be able to read this among all the others) What 2005 Bordeaux would you recommend for the under $20 range? (possibly something that I can find around Boston because MA won’t let WL deliver!) I’ve seen a couple at my local wine shop, but I don’t want to be fooled by the 2005 sticker and buy something that just isn’t wrth the money.

QOTD: 2006 Chateau Lamothe de Haux (Bordeaux white blend)
March 28, 2007

cyrock1
QOTD: I’m drinking a Pepsi, vintage … I mean expiration DEC 24 07 and eating some leftover birthday cak from my son’s Fouth
400 posts??? We like you, we really, really like you!
March 28, 2007

Malarkey
Great ep, Gary. Damn I could drop some serious bones on this kinda wine. Your descriptions make me nuts.

QOD: 05 Pillar Box Red

The Glass: It looks like a Riedel Sommelier’s Tasting glass.. like this:

http://www.crystalclassics.com/riedel/400-16.htm
March 28, 2007

Daniel P
QOTD . Inspired by yesterday’s episode and had a Sancere – 04 Domaine Reverdy-Ducroux .

Not a big Bordeaux or Cab drinker but intrigued to try more after today’s episode.
March 28, 2007

Portland Guy
Top 500? Yes! Informative episode, but had that feeling that I should be taking notes in prep for mid-terms. QOTD? Beer (pairing with sushi).
March 28, 2007

gnarlyoak
qotd: beer.:(
March 28, 2007

wildebeest
QOTD: Vin de Pays Clos du Prieur 2003. This stuff was TERRIBLE after just an hour or two of decanting. It had the most egregious bitter tannins I’ve ever swilled. But after a couple of days in the fridge (w/ Vacuuvin) and a BUNCH more air, this puppy’s really singing.
March 28, 2007

KC Dan
Great episode G man . Really liked the throw in a couple worm heads and a centipede thing . That was a great video game , so was space invaders and pitfall . QOTD 2003 Luca Syrah . Awesome !!! Everyone should try luca syrah from argentina .
March 28, 2007

Rich T.
Just got home from work, and damn, 428 comments!!!! Thought you were giving away the store or something!!! Great to have you back Gary. PS, good job on the beer selections in the store!!
QOTD: 2001 Kunde Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, a fave that was passed on from a friend.
March 28, 2007

Nico
Bordeaux! One day I will see it myself!
March 28, 2007

Christopher
QOTD: a Multipulciano dâ€™Abruzzo
March 28, 2007

TSchampaert
Great, I was still sound asleep when you reached the 350!
Drinking tonight: Independent Minds. Cab. Sauv. 1998. Had the Merlot before which is astounding, so I hope the Cab. will be as good …
C ya.
March 28, 2007

Hal N.
Hey Gary…..434????? WOW!! For sure you were missed. Welcome back.
Great show..enjoyed it. Since its 5:00am the QOTD, is really TQOY.. was last nights wine…
2001 RUDD Oakville Cab…Like to see you taste that on the show …can you find it??
March 28, 2007

organicguy
Adding my comment although its obvious your goal is reached and breeched. Congratulations……QOTD…finishing up an ‘01 Vine Cliff Napa cab and cracking open an ‘04 Highway 12 Sonoma cab. Love the enthusiasum…
March 28, 2007

Len C
Wake up Gary, time to hit the gym. You have 5 minutes
March 28, 2007

Hinrgman
Top 500
March 28, 2007

Vinacull
Looks like all the Vayniacs are checking in! Thanks for the reminder email Gary — it was helpful. Looks like you won your bet, eh? QOTD: 2004 Pilchierri Le Petrose (Primitivo) Welcome back, CK
March 28, 2007

Tom L
Gary – Just checking in to help you win your bet (which I see you have already won). Welcome back. And thanks again for the recommendation on the Penley Estate Cabernet Phoenix 2004 presale. I only wish now that I had gotten 3-4 more cases at the pre-sale price. That wine rocks!

Tom L.
March 28, 2007

2MuchFun
Great Episode!

QOTD: ‘01 Almaviva
March 28, 2007

SoCal
Uhhh I think I fell asleep on my key board last night!
Woooo Hooooo!!!!! 439+!!!!!
The rest of the day I will have keys imprinted on the left side of my face but…..It was worth it!!!
March 28, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
WOW! You guys have been busy during my slumber.. Can’t wait for tonight episode. Congrat Gary!
March 28, 2007

Acousticdoc
Ask and you shall receive. Congrats my man!
March 28, 2007

mike volker
‘00 lacoste-borie
March 28, 2007

SP
I’m a little late on my comment, looks like it wasn’t needed to hit the 350 mark anyway.

Need to still watch the episode hope to get to it today.
March 28, 2007

E-Rock
Holy comments Batman!! Was just rewatching and cherries dipped in melted licorice sounds pretty delicious.
March 28, 2007

FTBoomer
WOW!! 450
March 28, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
I am not going to be reading all the above comments
March 28, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
hey sweet I have an avatar…..I am like totally fugging cool now
March 28, 2007

Claudio Werneck
Great episode, Gary!!
QOTD: LUNA Syrah 2002 – Finca la Anita.
March 28, 2007

Luckybecky
300, that’s nuthin! 450+. And some of you early posters were worried, calling out for more posts. You underestimate the Vayniacs!

QOTD No wine last night since I was at work. Now I’m unwinding with a cheap glass of Merlot before hitting the sack. Gonna have a Costa del Sol as soon as I get a night off.

Nice ep, Gary. Pictures, we want pictures!
March 28, 2007

Joe Po
Whoa! The Vayniacs are rollin’. Our pentup loneliness welcomes you back in a HUGE way , Gary Vaynerchuk! We ADORE you!
QOTD: We’ll be drinking Altos de Luzon Jumilla ‘03
March 28, 2007

Jason Coleman
Looks like I’m a little late to the party. Nice episode. I can’t wait to see that Bordeaux montage.

Kim and I drunk some 2005 Stormhoek Pinotage (http://www.winelog.net/wines/wine/26500) last night. I thought it was a really good wine. And you can’t beat the $10-$15 price range, although it’s hard to find Stormhoek wines in “the States”. This was the first I’d seen, and just snatched it up.

Welcome back.
March 28, 2007

Fingerlaker
450+ ..
who loves ya Gary?
March 28, 2007

TagWorld Brian
Malarkey, post 427. Looks like the glass to me!

We’re going to see 1,000 comments per post soon. Mark me words!
March 28, 2007

Grapenuts
closing in on 500 comments – congrat GV!
March 28, 2007

Lev M.
QOTD: Opened the Concannon Petite Sirah last night with a pork chop and some polenta…will have the leftovers of that bottle with some lamb sausage tonite. That wine really rollercoastered (in a good way) over the evening. It was best after 2 hrs of being in a glass. I bet its gonna be all cassis flavors at this point and not as exciting.
March 28, 2007

Matthew L
Late, but probably not last. Good episode Gary. Thanks for, once again, sharing “wish list” wines with us. I lean much more toward New World wine, so I think it would do me some good to really explore some mid-range to straight old world wines to appreciate the breadth of the flavor profiles available.

QOTD: Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco (Library Code: 65860) I made curry chicken with chickpeas and potatoes. It was a great match.
March 28, 2007

craignkzoo
Great stuff as usual Gary.

Keep it up!
March 28, 2007

JumboJ
QOTD:
March 28, 2007

JumboJ
QOTD: Hugel 2004 Alsatian Riesling
March 28, 2007

Ron Leview
Long time lurker, outta the closet. Last night I had a burger and some left over chianti – ah life is good
March 28, 2007

Shir-Az
How can you not love an episode about Bordeaux? Glad to see the comments pouring in.

QOTD: Not sure what I will be drinking this evening. It will be a gametime decision.

BTW GV, I don’t think your Jets have a prayer in the Thanksgiving game. I see Demarcus Ware putting a hurting on Pennington and at least two Romo to TO Td’s.
March 28, 2007

Jon K
Highlander Grog this morning!
March 28, 2007

dougiefresh
fantastic episode!
March 28, 2007

TimInFL
Welcome Back…Cool episode!

QOTD – Bearboat Pinot Noir…I believe a real sleeper with a high QPR. Can’t wait though, got some fantastic LI Wine on the way!

Enjoy!
March 28, 2007

dabo
Fast approaching 500… Get there. I haven’t had a chance to watch many WLTV episodes in the last month but I plan on catching up. QOTD: Water. I gotta detox from the weekend!
March 28, 2007

TR
QOTD-I had a couple of backfin ales to take the edge off the unseasonal heat but then broke down and popped a bottle of Clos du Bourg I beleive it is a Fronsac. Strange, it doesn’t really say. It drinks much better than it’s price and tastes like Provencale Bordeaux blend. I may have to open one of my ‘03 Bernadotte’s tonight. I beleive some portion of the vinyard is actually in Pauillac or at least adjacent to ch. Latour. Nes pas?
March 28, 2007

Ben N.
Hay Gary,
Great episode I love that Bordeaux.
I drink no wine last night!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 28, 2007

Ben N.
I had herbal tea, I’m sick.
March 28, 2007

stevek1510
keep it going….let’s get to 550 by tonights episode….hey GV, WHO LOVES YOU BABY?
March 28, 2007

Lawrence Leichtman
Will add my $0.02. Whah? What was the sudden mind meld into the Thanksgiving Cowboys Jets game that is 8 months away about? Enjoyer the review of Bordeaux so far. I have Brane-Cantenac back to 1986 cellared and did buy the 1996 but 2001 was my last cellar date for Bordeaux because of the time frame to drink them. I’m still pulling 1982 on the ones I still have and am just starting to try 1994 and 1996. $185 is never a value wine unless you were actually planning to buy it when it reached $400 in two years then I guess it would be a value.
Right now beginning to drink spring whites, Chenin from Loire and some Viognier from US and France. I noticed a question about wines for summer. My favorites are the Tavel Roses from France. Always a good sipper. Chenins too.
March 28, 2007

CHEF
GV…I don’t believe you are reading all of these comments…Prove me wrong and Comment here yourself…

+CHEF
-Whenever someone asks what youâ€™re making for dinner, tell them â€œReservationsâ€â€¦
March 28, 2007

CHEF
Who wrote the algorithm that produced comments all night long? Or was someone really awake commenting at 3 in the morning?

+CHEF
-Whenever someone asks what youâ€™re making for dinner, tell them â€œReservationsâ€â€¦
March 28, 2007

BV
What the heck, let’t give him 500.

I just hope this silly climb to a big number doesn’t obscure the fact that this was a truly excellent all-around episode.
March 28, 2007

TimF
This is ridiculous — it takes over a minute for this page to load now!
March 28, 2007

TimInFL
Oh by the way…

Jets on ThnxGvg Rocks…

And we are we doing for Opening Day? Baseball, you know…does anyone watch baseball anymore? My Metropolitans (Mets, for those who do not know) open against the Cards Sunday Apr 1…Whooohooo! I believe the Mets will be serviceable year and repeat in the East. Letâ€™s start talking baseball!
March 28, 2007

ScottieP
QOTD: 2005 RH Phillips Toasted Head Chard tonight

Thanks for showing the sub $20 Bordeaux!
Also picking up a bottle of that 2003 Finca Sandova Red to try! Locally it’s over $35 so your site has a great price!
Love the show!
March 28, 2007

jprva
QOTD: 2005 Church Creek Chardonnay (oaked), from the Eastern Shore of Virginia. I look forward to more highlights from your Bordeaux trip. Keep up the good work.
March 28, 2007

karl satirev
Querceto Classico Riserva 1999
March 28, 2007

FTBoomer
19 more
March 28, 2007

MaryS
WOW! I guess you won the bet Gary! What did you win? And what do we get today???
March 28, 2007

Michael M.
Come on all you wine loving Vagniacs give the MAN fivehundred !!!!
March 28, 2007

Jason R.
WOW – I go out of town for a day and look and THIS IS AWESOME.. I remember the early days when we would have less that 20 replies… The VaynerNation is growing!!!
March 28, 2007

Rick W.
Having Ribs, any suggestion?
March 28, 2007

wayno da wino
Gary, Great Episode ! Amazed on your magical powers of
“prediction” on da 1st wine. Agree with your insight
about Fronsac. Had a lot of yummy $10 Fronsacs back in
da 80s.

QOTD: Still got plenty of “old-timers” (like me) left.
Will be sluggin down a 97 Dehlinger Pinot Noir, or a
99 Rochioli Pinot Noir, or maybe a 95 Ravenswood Dickerson
Vyd Zin. Hope they got some “uuumphh” left.
March 28, 2007

waibeans
half-K?!
March 28, 2007

Eric S.
Yes, top-500 comment! Sweet!
March 28, 2007

CHEF
I think we blow the server at 500!!!

+CHEF
-Whenever someone asks what youâ€™re making for dinner, tell them â€œReservationsâ€â€¦
March 28, 2007

KC Dan
500 ?
March 28, 2007

KC Dan
7 more !!!
March 28, 2007

Rich S
Wow, this is an insane amount of comments. Nicely done!!!!
March 28, 2007

damon
tonite, (last night really) I’m drinking 2003 Ch. Aurilhac, Haut Medoc. Big fruit, drinking well, but tannins are still strong. the last 4 bottles will stay put for a few more years. bought for $11 on futures.
March 28, 2007

SteveB
Do I hear 500 right around the corner?????
March 28, 2007

dougiefresh
QOTD: Last night we corked the Victoria Dominio De Longaz from episode #200. Superb!
March 28, 2007

John Remington
Gunning for #500
March 28, 2007

John Remington
I am there yet? 500?
March 28, 2007

LPapi
498
March 28, 2007

Grasshopper
Coming in late but might help push over 500.

Since QOTD is past, I will report we drank a 2002 Les Caves de Colombe Mersault Last night with roasted chicken on the grill..was very nice!!!

Grasshopper
March 28, 2007

Adam
I’ll make it 500
March 28, 2007

LPapi
500!!!!!!!!!!!!
New Record!!!!!!!
March 28, 2007

Billy G
I had a Cline Zinfandel with some chicken and ribs. Not bad for $8.
March 28, 2007

Justmarsh
Holy S***!!!!! 500+ comments.

If you open the Le Pin I guarantee we’ll break the 1000 comment barrier. The ball’s in yr court Gary!
March 28, 2007

Caren
Lucky #5
March 28, 2007

Jim Walker
Am I number 1?!!!!
March 28, 2007

KW
Welcome back!
I purchased some of the 2000 Bordeaux – Chateau Fronsac, hopefully it will mature and improve further in a couple of years. Show us some more of the sub $25 Bordeaux. It’s a sweet spot.

Had a 1998 Pennfolds – Shiraz/cabernet last night.
March 28, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
holly mother friggan comments?
March 28, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
holly mother friggan comments? times 2
March 28, 2007

Brandon M
Remember the days of steroid comments, they pale in comparison.
March 28, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
yes top 600
March 28, 2007

Matthew L
Talk about the Mack Daddy Post. 514 and counting!
March 28, 2007

Dan R.
I will be enjoying the Chat Pesquie Les Terrasses 2004 tonight.

Dan in KS
March 28, 2007

TimF
Ours is not to reason why, ours is just to do or die.
March 28, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
WLTV today? where are you?

with out my WLTV life has no meaning
March 28, 2007

TampaSteve
post-padding aside I think you may have hit 200…LOLOLOL…..
March 28, 2007

Ken H
QOTD – we’ve got 2 open bottles of tempranillo that need finishing. Artesa 2003 alexander valley & Mas Que Vinos Ercavio Roble 2004.
March 28, 2007

Joyce
Oh, my God, 520 responses!! WOW!!!
March 28, 2007

wine whore
when it gets above 500, it just starts getting contagious. presently drinking cheap corsican red.
March 28, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
NO Joyce….. It’s OH MY GARY!!!
March 28, 2007

Celia
Hey!!!
# 522!!!! That’s SOO much better than the top 10!
March 28, 2007

TimInFL
Oh…BTW

Soup word you were looking for is Bisque!

Where’s the new episode…..AHHHHHHHHH!

JETS
March 28, 2007

Lars
Top 524!!!
March 28, 2007

elron
Kids, it’s nice outsside! So go run along and play!
March 28, 2007

Brian
Gary – Great to have you back! Judging by the amt. of comments you were missed Wow. QOTD well, Last night It was a 1997 Casa lapostolle Clos Apalta. Flabby and losing the excitment of its youth. But quaffable nonethless. See ya later!
March 28, 2007

elron
Gary, on a serious note. You started something real good here! Good Job!
March 28, 2007

Lil Luce
Sorry I am late to the comment marathon, but my computer crashed! Good to have you back Gary! Can’t wait to hear more about your trip and to see the footage.

QOTD: Last night I drank beer – Peroni to be precise – a perfect thirst quincher in NYC’s lovely warm weather!
March 28, 2007

Matty Van - Tampa,FL
Gary,

I miss you, I miss your laugh, I miss your musk….. I think when this is all said and done we should get an apartment together
March 28, 2007

Michael M.
I think we can hit 600,what the hell we already got free shipping for life! ( YOU SMART CALI KID WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE,THE NEXT THING YOU WILL WANT IS FREE AIR FAIR WITH NO TAX.) Dam Kahuna!!
March 28, 2007

GottaGoDrink
Gary- Great show! I’m in really late on this one. Darn work.

QOTD- Last night, grilled salmon with 2001 Artadi Vinas de Gain. Tonight, marinated grilled chicken breast with 2003 Las Rocas Vinas Viejas Garnacha.
March 28, 2007

KAHUNA
Vayniacs rule- this comments section had me laughing- I cant believe it cracked 500-
March 28, 2007

yowens
GV bringin it- great show, good bordeaux values. QOTD: 2004 Inman family pinot gris- great white peach flavors!
March 28, 2007

Tad
Gary,

Thank you for keeping this up. I’ve recommended your site and show to many.
March 28, 2007

e.fremont
Norton privada 2004 Another great episode, Thanks again!!
March 28, 2007

Jeff M.
Going for 1,000 comments? Great show on Bordeaux; I can’t wait until you open up the 2004/ 2005’s! What am I drinking tonight? A 2001 Artadi Vinas de Gain Rioja; it’s drinking well and it’s a great value. Just like Wine Library TV!
March 28, 2007

gatormka
Great show. Again.

QOTD: 2001 Aries Merlot, per GV recommendation.
March 28, 2007

t_moderne
the 2000 Chateau Brane Cantenac is a tremendous wine. Good QPR. Any in stock?
March 29, 2007

dennis
I usually don’t post here but I loved your tasting. Bordeaux rocks
QOTD…3003 Clio
March 29, 2007

mikep
dirty sweaty socks. fungus, cellar floor. mustiness. Bordeaux.

I am glad the world is chasing these attributes as I am finding the wines I love easier than ever. (hint; not Bordeaux).

The Pavie family are so against the Bordeaux grain. The guy has California and American consumers on his mind.

Good episode.
March 29, 2007

Skol
Nice episode.
Have to try the Mondotte.

Tonight I am drinking the
Dugat-Py Gevrey-Chambertin 2004
Coeur du Roy
March 29, 2007

JimVarney01
Top 550? SWEET!!!

QOTD: I drank (cause I checked out this vid the 29th) a 2003 chateau lascombes. It was surprisingly smooth and delicious for being so young. Enjoyed the heck out of it!
March 29, 2007

Formally Known as Big man
Dang gary look at all the posts. your a stud
March 29, 2007

elron
How far can we go?
March 30, 2007

AG.
“smells like dirty socks and laundry that has not been cleaned for 3 months???” No wonder why Henri Lurton will not sell you any ‘96 or ‘85 Brane Cantenac….!
March 30, 2007

Wino
QOTD- Last night I drank Braut & Sistra Cab Sonoma 2002.

I am still in the first yers of drinking wine but am turned off just by the description of those Bordeaux wines. I tried the Chateau Cantelys that you raved about and thought it smelled like garbage and dirty feet. Maybe that was what they were going for but I thought it was gross. This might be a region that I need to stay away from which might be better for my wallet in the long run. Any that you could suggest that are a good blend between California and Bordeaux?
March 30, 2007

elron
Damn, we fizzled!
April 1, 2007

Wendy Elam
i am a late semi-lurker. QOTD — last night (friday) it was Bodega Borsao Tres Picos Garnacha 2005. a very nice surprise. big wine for 17 bucks. tonight (sat.) Acheval Ferrer Malbec 2005, also good. Got a Bighorn cab calling my name…next weekend.
April 3, 2007

Corrado
QOTD: Trying “Big House Red” for the first time, followed up by a nice little dose of Bruichladdich.
April 4, 2007

desmaic
nothing special, just a basic 2004 Sterling Vintner’s Collection Cabernet Sauvignon. Tastey though!
June 9, 2007

surf.sf
Just tried the 2000 Chat La Vieille Cure Fronsac along with a 2003 ChÃ¢teauneuf du Pape Clos du Mont Olivet “Cuvee des Papet” last night. Both were a little fruity with soft tannins and low acidity. The Chateauneuf of course had a more layered herbal nose, but for almost half the price, the Vieille Cure was pretty good!
February 25, 2008

Brian Johnson
Almost a year late, but just watched the episode. Don’t know what I’m drinking tonight yet. Having a friend over that I deployed to Indonesia with for six months tonight. I’m making rack of lamb and he is bringing the wine. Looking forward to it.
September 10, 2009

ulu ulu ulu ulu
Penfolds Bin 28 2005
November 8, 2009

John J.
qotd les cailloux chateau neuf-du-pape blanc 07

how about tasting a vin jaune on here sometime Gary?