Lazy Friday With An All Time Favorite

Lazy Friday With An All Time Favorite – Episode #315

September 14, 2007

Gary breaks out of value week in a big way with a 20 year old Bordeaux and a cool story of how it got here.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

1988 Chateau Beausejour BecotSt Emilion

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167 Responses

September 14, 2007

garyv
1st
September 14, 2007

Will G
2nd? Looking forward to it.
September 14, 2007

Gr8wine
Whoo hooo! Finally top ten!
September 14, 2007

Chris G
ANOTHER top ten. Don’t know why I care but I do!
September 14, 2007

Brendan L (SmokeyUST)
Freaking swee!

GO VIKINGS!
September 14, 2007

BW
top 10 … finally ??
September 14, 2007

Martin
Happy Friday!
September 14, 2007

flippy
Top 10
September 14, 2007

Phil G
Have a great weekend!
September 14, 2007

DirtBag
QOTD – Three Lesbian Sisters. – Delicious, but not built for aging.
September 14, 2007

daverdude
Have’nt even Watched the Video Yet

DID I MAKE THE TOP TEN ?
September 14, 2007

KNode
QOTD: I haven’t necessarily tried them yet, but I went out and bought only wines that I had not tried before (or at least don’t realized that I’ve tried). I bought a Cabernet Franc, Garnacha, Petit Sirah, Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Vinho Verde, and Ironstone Vineyard’s “Symphony Obsession” that apparently is pretty well-liked. So I think I’m set for awhile, don’t you?
September 14, 2007

Cearbhaill
QOTD: Favorite new wine was a Muscadet – can’t remember the name, but it was a tremendous value and I’d never had the varietal before…
September 14, 2007

BW
QOTD : Snowboarding -I was a lifelong skier, my kids got me on the board & I haven’t turned back since.
September 14, 2007

Billr
QOTD: I know this may sound a little hokeeee but a while back I was talking with a friend of mine who is really in to wine. He told me about this “goofy young guy on WLTV” that I needed to take a look at if I really wanted to learn more about wine. THAT is the one new thing this year (maybe in the last couple of years) that I tryed that has changed my life. Thanks for all that you do Gary……….
September 14, 2007

Greg B.
Big G, Great show. I’m looking forward to many new things. Change is good for all of us.

QOTD: Wine over Beer
September 14, 2007

The Celebrator
GV,

I agree. I think ratings are a good guide, but contain two major flaws:

1. They contain personal-preference bias. (Some like caramel and motor oil, others don’t… I do)
2. Only describes the wine at one point in time (Saying that the Jets/Baltimore game is a good game at half-time)

Just my thoughts…

QOTD: Marrow from Osso Bucco rocks
September 14, 2007

pforty
QOTD: This is odd, but fresh apricots and fresh plums. They were too “Squishy” as a kid. Now, thanks to my wife, I love them!!
September 14, 2007

Sonnenuhr
Order 393401 – every item ordered was NEW and most GV endorsed. We love to try new wines. Big Brunello tasting with Guido Orzalesi from Altesino on Monday night. Sponsored by the competition (although they don’t come close to WL). Thanks for the free shipping, that rocked.

QOTD – Recently tried Aglianico for the first time, loved it!
September 14, 2007

JerseyGirl turned CNY vayniac
I don’t really listen to ratings, which is why I’ve really liked this week’s shows – I love that Gary has been saying whether it’s a good wine for the price! I’m poor and can’t afford expensive wine, but I can’t not drink it, so my eternal quest is to find wine I like in my price range… I have my OWN rating scale and I keep my own notes on every wine I try. THOSE are the ONLY ratings i really listen to.

QOTD: non-wine fave new try: whitewater rafting… was a little scared at first hitting some huge rapids on the snake river in CO, but i fell in LOVE with it after the first try! I can’t wait to go again!
wine fave new try: rkatsiteli wine – delicious!
September 14, 2007

Jason S.
QOTD: The burger at Five Guys with bacon and cheese and bbq sauce. Yummy!
September 14, 2007

Autoproxy
QOTD: Tough question. I don’t think I’ve thought so long and/or hard about a QOTD ever. Now I’m stalling. I have it…having steaks rare. Very tasty. Has to be the right cut though. I used to be a medium-rare only kind of guy, but now I switch it up.
September 14, 2007

Kevin
QOTD:Deep fried fish eyeballs. But if you’re looking for wine-related: Gruner Veltliner from Austria.
September 14, 2007

JerseyGirl turned CNY vayniac
QOTD (cont’d): Oh, and the biggest of all – WINE!! I never liked wine in college.. had a few bad jug reds and thought it was gross… but then I decided that even if i didnt like it, I should learn how to appreciate and understand it (so i at least wouldnt look like a doof giving it as gifts or ordering in restaurants), so I decided to take a course through RIT – Wines of the World. After the first class I was hooked! I gave it an honest try, and now I’m a total Vayniac! (good question Gary)

Keep an open mind people, or you’re going to miss out on a LOT of wonderful things in life!
September 14, 2007

GrapeStuff
QOTD: The ‘05 Wolftrap – NEVER would have tried it, but saw you recco. it on a show and happen to pass by it in a LWS and my girlfriend and I loved IT! In fact, just had a bottle of it last night. It has definitely motivated me to try more S.A. wines.
September 14, 2007

Dave Canada
I totally agree with your assesment. Drink it when you want, listen to nobody
QOTD – I am getting into Monbazillac’s….serious value!!!!!
September 14, 2007

JerseyGirl turned CNY vayniac
Oh, and I WANT to try dolcetto soooo bad, but I can’t find it in Syracuse! I’m so bummed!
September 14, 2007

GottaGoDrink
QOTD- Recently, Dolcetto and a Riesling Spatlese. I’m drinking some ‘88 Bordeaux next week. Have a great weekend everyone!
September 14, 2007

Taylor
QOTD Foie gras, i had it the first time about 3 years ago i was tentative at first, but couldnt’t be happier that i tried and has become one of my favorites!
September 14, 2007

Leigh_GrapeRadio
Gotta try new things; just had an Emilio Moro 2001 Ribera del Duero Tempranillo. I’m weak on Italian wine experience, so this bottle was an eye opener. I just kept smelling it and diving the nose into the glass. I finally got around to drinking it and I’ve become a big Tempranillo fan due to this bottle. Black cherries, vanilla, forest floor. Nice stuff for a $20 bottle. Now I have to figure out what to try next since this bottle was probably just a starting point.

Gary; respect. Loving the show and sharing the love.
September 14, 2007

Bossman
QOTD: Leaving shorter comments.
September 14, 2007

KenP
GV at his most charming. Fine ep.

QOTD: A trip to Hawaii in January. Have never cared for tropical environs, The eastern slope of the Sierras and Rockies is in my DNA. Gotta find out what others see in those islands.
September 14, 2007

ina v
QOTD: Twomey Merlot. Forget all the crappy merlot you get served at cheap weddings. This one is a gem!
September 14, 2007

Rob B.
nice show!! no way the JETS win on Sunday.
QOTD: Wine and Sushi.
September 14, 2007

gordoyflaca
Anchovies. I don’t like anchovies. or…. DIDN’T like anchovies (preconceived notions?)… but I was in Costa Brava… in a seaside cafe… with $5 bottle of Cava (speaking of bargains)… with my honey… does it get any better than that?
September 14, 2007

purplejuicebruce
I tried making Strawberry wine, mostly because I can get California strawberrys in Az. but I can’t buy California wine grapes here. It came out pretty well but it’s not Cabernet
September 14, 2007

Deano
Gary great episode and good information.

QOTD:
-The NEW cheesy beefy melt and taco bell LOL!!!
September 14, 2007

jahlove
Prieto Picudo. Never had that varietal before last week. Thought it was kick ass.
September 14, 2007

Gator Lurker
QOD: I was very surprised by a wine my wife has been drinking on business trips while dining at Ruth’s Chris…Sokol Blosser’s Metrina III. I opened up my mind to an Oregon blend and was glad I did.

For some reason, this red appeals to women who typically only respond to whites. It may be the fruit, it may be because Sokol Blosser is run by women, who knows.

BTW…Go Jaguars !!
September 14, 2007

Talley
QOTD: took your advice and tried an albariÃ±o for the first time recently (from Rias Baixas). Loved it! will certainly search out some more now.
September 14, 2007

Gator Lurker
Sorry for the spelling error – Sokol Blosser’s Meditrina III is the correct spelling.
September 14, 2007

mcj
QOTD: Stinky cheese
September 14, 2007

Leephus
Great Show GV.

QOTD: wines in general.. I am so new to the wine world every trip to the liquor store is something new for me.
September 14, 2007

Karl Laczko
Deep episode, you’re thinking there!

QOTD – Indonesian food…..wow!
September 14, 2007

Elliot Essman
First Hungarian Tokaji – an eye-opener.

In general, the first good sweet wines I tried were eye-openers.
September 14, 2007

waibeans
Happy New Year GV!!

QOD: went to Rosh Hashana dinner last night and I think the favorite new try would be my aunt’s matzah ball soup. I used to hate it when I was a kid.. tasted like chicken soup with a mound of mush in it. Hers was very simple and austere: plain broth, short floating noodles and a large Matzha ball. I was impressed and actually liked it.

What I did NOT like tho was the gefilte fish.. ugh not fun.
September 14, 2007

Mike D
Hmm… ‘05 Savoie(?) Jongieux Mondeuse.
It was wonderful with fish, steak, pork. Mmmâ€¦
September 14, 2007

John J.
QOTD: I always try to get something on the menu that I’ve never had before. Anything to expand my palette (since I just started a new job and can’t start buying from WL yet, but will begin soon, I promise). Latest new thing? There is this god-awful “value” wine that I buy to make mixed drinks with. I would never ever think of drinking it by itself but today I decided, what the hell, let’s see what really, really bad wine tastes like. I’m still trying to scrape the taste (melted skittles boiled in sugar water) off my tongue…
September 14, 2007

italianwinelover
Very hard question. Guess it would have to be the Mumm Napa Brut 25th anniversary sparkling. Never tasted something that made my mouth dry and wet and the same time. Really an eye opener, now I understand what you mean by that.

Good luck on Sunday, hope you don’t get sad!

enjoy your weekend!
September 14, 2007

David_G
Gary,
You promised to do an episode on Israeli wines.
The time has comeâ€¦
September 14, 2007

1whitetree
Free shipping is awesome. It encourages me to try new stuff.
September 14, 2007

jason
WOOOOW WOOOOW, wish i could have been there to try that bad boy. by looking at it from my MAC, the robe is showing not a bit of age! do you pass that around the office, or put it your bag for friday night dinner?

QOTD: new things…. swiss wine. i am living in switzerland, and working my way to it. the french, italian, and spanish wines look so good on the shelf. i need to start getting some. it is bad cause i tell myself it is not as good as it’s neighbors. but i had a swiss pinot noir the other night and it was not half bad. it was not a burgundy, put it tasted like ripe pinot. i am learning the art of fondue eating. there are many nuances that are to be discovered.

i am not a big fan of football, but i hope the jets win for you sometime soon.

hint hint: swiss wine show soon. you did one, a ways back, with one wine? think of the cheese course.
September 14, 2007

jason
WOOOOW WOOOOW, wish i could have been there to try that bad boy. by looking at it from my MAC, the robe is showing not a bit of age! do you pass that around the office, or put it your bag for friday night dinner?

QOTD: new things…. swiss wine. i am living in switzerland, and working my way to it. the french, italian, and spanish wines look so good on the shelf. i need to start getting some. it is bad cause i tell myself it is not as good as it’s neighbors. but i had a swiss pinot noir the other night and it was not half bad. it was not a burgundy, put it tasted like ripe pinot. i am learning the art of fondue eating. there are many nuances that are to be discovered.

i am not a big fan of football, but i hope the jets win for you sometime soon.

hint hint: swiss wine show soon. you did one, a ways back, with one wine? think of the cheese course.
peace
September 14, 2007

JimKay
Hey! You looked at my order? I tried to get something new, but you were SOLD OUT of it! The Fontodi Chianti was new (had to get this before you tasted it online and it sold out). The Charleston Maderia was new – I have never bought a bottle of Maderia to drink. Got one to cook with once.
All the other stuff are gift bottles – no tax, no shipping, why not load up on wines we’ve enjoyed to share with friends?
I don’t take criticism well.
Great show today.
September 14, 2007

Kev and Ams
QOTD: Pottery. It’s f’n fun.
September 14, 2007

t_moderne
Whoo hoo Top 100!
I mean how cool is that – got nothing to say about the episode; just want to make sure I post within the top 100!. Smell that . . . That’s sarcasm.

I was hoping that the Bordeaux was going to be under $12 – but then, would you really want to drink a 20-year old Bordeaux that cost $8.99? Probably was kept on top of someone’s refrigerator.
Hope your Jets do well. We’ll all be taping the Jets game – well, at least we’ll be taping the defensive coordinators and only during the first quarter.
September 14, 2007

Jeff O
I’ve been really trying to go out of my way and try new things. The Terroir at Wine Library grape varieties articles are great reading and made me want to try some of those wines people never here of, I have a couple of those bottles on there way thanks to the free shipping.

QOTD: Riding BMX, a friend of mine got me into it; it’s fun to jump around on a bike and ride around
September 14, 2007

SoCal
You looked at my Free shipping order?
What did you think?
Do I get a grade?
QOTD: Tofu…..now I eat it alot…..
September 14, 2007

Orion Slayer
Neat lesson today. It’s sort of an old one, but with a different twist:
A – Don’t pay too close attention to other people’s ratings (when it comes to drinkability)
B – Big brother (Gary) is watching

QOTD: Favorite new thing has got to be these cool dim-sum type dumpling things I tried at a Chinese restuarant on the way home last weekend. My friends took me to this Chinese place I’d never been to before and I tried a dish I had never had. It was great! I did try somethings that weren’t so good, but I came out ahead! I was thinking of cherring for the Patriots this year (something new for me) but I’m NOT going to do that after all!
September 14, 2007

E. Zimman
QOTD: $4 wine from Trader Joe’s. Better than I thought a $4 bottle of wine could be. Good luck with the Jets this weekend and taping all the shows. We’ll miss you
September 14, 2007

Stu
Great show today. Always love the old wines. QOTD: When I was 10 my dad made me a “sailor sandwich”, penut butter, mayonaise and lettuce. I still eat it today.
September 14, 2007

amgryger
QOTD: I am a cycling enthusiast and early in the summer I decided that I wanted to build my own bike, so I bought a bike frame on ebay and got started. It has been a great learning experience for me.
September 14, 2007

AlisonD
I received my order today, free shipping, woo hoo! New wine to try..woo hoo!
September 14, 2007

Andy
WOW G GREAT Ep …. need to try some Amarone from ITALIA— MAYBE can recommend one
September 14, 2007

Marc
QOTD: Running. Three months ago I would say that, even though I worked out regularly, I couldn’t stand running. I gave it a few tries, and now I like it to the point that I’m running in the Des Moines (half) Marathon next month.
September 14, 2007

Jon B.
Bold prediction for your jets Gary . I hope things work out for you.Thanks for the pretape.QOTD new wines I’m trying new wines every bottle and I love it. It’s a little promise I made to friend a few months back, to try 365 different wines this year(wink wink)… So far so good. Thanks Gary and WLTV crew.
September 14, 2007

Cam
QOTD: FRV100
September 14, 2007

Sue in Vegas
QOTD I live in a city with great resturants and entertainment. So I love to try new resturants all the time and with these great meal of course goes the wine. We always try and order something new and share our opinions.
September 14, 2007

John Blue Label
GV,
Sorry dude, you are in for a long season with the J-E-T-S JetsJetsJets!
How about a shout out for all of us who HAVE tried new wines. I ordered some Proseco after the show the other day. Never had that!
QOTD: Arneis baby. That stuff is absolutely FABULOUS! Probably my favorite white wine, especially for the summer.

PS: Go Panthers!!!! Jake the snake is back!
September 14, 2007

Kdawg
QOTD: two surprises, one recent(as in the past 2 months) and one from last year. The more recent one was seeing an 01 Pont De Guestres for $20. I figured, hey, 01 was a pretty solid year for Bordeaux and the wines are a good amount more affordable due to 00 being so big, so why not give this a go, well, I was extremely pleasantly surprised at it. No, this wasn’t neccessarily some big 90+ pt stunner, but, it just left a really nice smile on my face and was just fun to try out a chateau from the pomerol that I had never heard of.

The other surpise was last year, and is one of my favorite surprises. I was just randomly trying oregon pinots and saw an 03 Le Cadeau. Well, I figured, hey, why not give this a flyer even though 03 was a pretty hot vintage for oregon. Well, not only was I surprised at how great it was, I was throughly shocked, so much so that after drinking it I went out and bought a case the next day. I still think back to my first tasting of it and how special it was. It really was an epiphany. Here was this pinot that to me was exactly what Pinot was about, finesse, silk, elegence and wasn’t some of the fruit bombs that you get from california. When you add in the price for it, it was a complete winner. I haven’t had that many burgundies because of how expensive they were, and in a way I’m still searching for an oregon pinot that does to me what the first Le Cadeau did for me. maybe it’ll be a never ending search, but at least I’ll always remember that first time having it
September 14, 2007

JonE
QOTD: Pax Rose!!!! Now I’ve had my share of Rose, but this was like Pax’s regular Syrahs with training wheels, absolutely delicious. If anyone can track this down I highly highly recommend it.
September 14, 2007

jcbphd
But, Gary, I DID try new stuff in my order. I swear!!!

QOTD: Today I sampled about 6 white burgundies, 3 red burgundies, and one Chateau Neuf du Pape that started out totally smelling like bandaids, tape, and poopy barnyard. Then after those scents cleared, a hardcore bolt of red Twizzlers came through. The lady next to me looked at me like I was nuts, but I stuck to my guns. And tonight, I’m trying something new with dinner–the Alberto Furque 2005 Tempranillo from Argentina.
September 14, 2007

Hazzmaticus
qotd … virginia cab, naked mountain’s raptor red; recently had it served up and, inspite of my bad attitude, I found it a very solid wine for under $20
September 14, 2007

wildebeest
QOTD: In the world of wine, my most recent “new” favorite is the Font du Vent Cotes du Rhone Villages Notre Passion 2003. I found a good deal on this stuff, and decided to jump, despite the fact that I’d never tried it. I’m glad I did. It’s full of the sour cherry and kalamata olive flavors I like best.
September 14, 2007

wildebeest
Whoa! It looks like you changed the way responses are displayed. I like it!

Regarding my SASHA order, I must say that it was a MIXTURE of old and new things. In fact, I believe that it was mostly new. And how could I pass up that Chinon? I’m astounded that it’s still in stock. I don’t have access to Chinon of ANY kind in NE Nevada.
September 14, 2007

Pastafari Pirate
Gary, me doth protest! Of the 23 bottles I ordered this week, EVERY one was a wine I have never tried before. Not just winery & label, but many of those were grape varieties I’ve never tried. So there. I love to try new things. (In fact, I’m seldom likely to try the same thing twice. Women excepted.)

QOTD: best new try? …..hmmmmm……. First post-divorce girlfriend. Damn. No one will ever measure up to her. *sigh*

My prediction for Sunday’s game? “Pain.” (a la Clubber Lang, in Rocky III) That’s right. Pain. It will hurt the Jets to play it, it will hurt for you to watch it. Did you see Rothlesburger get sacked NINE times last year? And that Bart Scott DRILL to the turf? That’s what you have to look forward to…. So get my order shipped quick, so that you won’t avenge me for your bad mood next week. Caw! Caw! Caw!
September 14, 2007

ynmaker
Wine sounds good, but game prediction not so good!
September 14, 2007

Winelynn
Yoga was my favorite new try so far.
September 14, 2007

Mike Miller
Gary,
Love everything about your show, but your Jets will be destroyed this weekend. Clemens against the Ravens’ D? Yikesy! And I will be happy to see Clemens get beat up after last week’s game. I know you see the Jet fan cheers as support for Clemens, but it made me sick to my somach when Pennington had just finished struggling to get off the field and the fans are cheering for the backup. Sickening. Olberman was right.
September 14, 2007

Pastafari Pirate
oh yeah – another good “new try” (though not my ‘best’, *ahem*) is a Torrontes that I sampled tonight at the local wineshop’s wine tasting. Gimenez Riili (or is it Rilli?), from the homeys in Mendoza. Dry, tangy, no sugar, a zingy little citrus, maybe lime. I am generally NOT a fan of whites (and rarely buy them) but this was so nice, that I bought a bottle of it. My very first Torrontes…..
September 14, 2007

Mike Miller
Almost forgot…

QOTD: Going to college hockey games. Fewer fans makes it more intimate, and it’s a fast, fun game.
September 14, 2007

vivaitalia
Great point! I’ve recently had a few wines that i’ve gotten on clearance becuase they were at the end of their supposed drinking range. Alot of them still had nice tannins and explosive fruit. Now white wine on the other hand, I try to stay on the 2006’s. I can’t believe you were even thinking about leaning towards a team lead by Kyle Boller! That’s insane! QOTD: Best new thing ever with regards to wine is my discovery of the incredible wine values of Spain and Portugal.
September 14, 2007

Dario
Besides Argentinian Malbecs, shame on me, I recently fell in love with corn-nuts. My girlfriend hates me…
September 14, 2007

TommyBoBo of WI
QOTD: not sitting back and taking it anymore,,,,,,, lashing out at those who would limit my access to free commerce,,, purchasing wine from whomever I chose……………

GET SHIPPING RESTORED TO WISCONSIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GETSHIPRETOW
September 14, 2007

chrisb
QOTD: Pedro Ximenez, either you love it or you hate it but its definitely worth a try. It’s not going to break the bank either way. Thanks again for the free shipping.
September 14, 2007

wine lush
That has to be one of my favorite episodes you’ve ever done.
September 14, 2007

Rielly Backbacon
QOTD-Joie, “A Noble Blend”. In Canada it’s Above $20.00, and if you look at the current currency rates (only 3 cents off the Green Back), you would pay only .60 cents less than we would, and the wine is only available here because it’s produced here. Awsome juice, created by Heidi Noble and Michael Dinn in Okanagan Falls, BC, in the famed Okanagan. Vinified to be reminescent of a Gentil, it’s craxy fruit. When in Vancouver, it can be found in all the good food haunt’s. Get when in Town.
September 14, 2007

Alos Diallo
The new thing that I have enjoyed the most is fish tacos haha, I have also tried a Rioja for the first time and I was shocked at how smooth it was. This was a great show I have to say and for that I will share a little story with you.
When I was a little kid (around 10-12) our family moved to a larger house in the same city. One of the nice things about this was that my mom was able to cook more as we had a much better kitchen. Because of this she started to collect cooking magazines, and i can remember as a kid reading “Food and Wine”. In it there are all sorts of articles about different dishes and wines and I out of all of the different issues there was one in particular which stood out. Now I can’t remember the issue number I will get it to you latter, but it was the one on cruse ships and different wines that were served on premier cruses. The thing that stood out from this was an image of a bottle of Penfolds shiraz on which the article focused. For some reason that picture stuck with me and after all these years I finally had my first bottle of Penfolds shriaz and it was great. I shared it with some friends and it actually hadn’t dawned on me just how long I had waited to have that experience, but it was great. I have no idea what the wine was rated or who else liked it but it was great to me, and I feel that I am lucky to have had friends that I was able to share that with. I also feel that if it was not for listening to and the help that all the people here have given me that I would not be able to appreciate wine for myself. It happens too often that people tell you to like this or like that or try this or try that but I know that you will always encourage us to try something different and follow the beat of our own drums. So I know I have said it before but I want to say it again “Thankyou” for being my friend and i hope you have a great weekend.
September 14, 2007

Grapedigger
A short but sweet episode. My new discovery is Moulin Touchais coteaux-du- layon wines (100% chenin blanc, slightly sweet). As a fun fact Moulin Touchais are the only winemakers in the world who give a CENTURY LONG GUARANTEE ON THE LONGEVITY OF THEIR WINES.
Cheers.
September 14, 2007

Raj
This is my first post. I used to be in the wine retail biz myself.. I discovered this site about a month ago and think that it is GREAT! Ultimately the quality of a wine, any wine, is what you think it is. I might think you’re crazy or right on, but it’s not about what I think or Gary thinks, it’s about what YOU THINK! To Mr. Diallo I say: keep on tasting, thinking, reading, comparing…and above all stick to your guns. That’s wine appreciation!
September 14, 2007

monkuwino
QOTD: When I was little I wouldn’t eat shrimp even though my mom kept telling me to try it. So one day I tried it and then I became like Bubba, eating shrimp left and right and my mom had to limit me. I used to hide the shrimp tails under my plate so she didn’t know how many I ate.
September 14, 2007

E
QOD: Gaglioppo from Calabria! It’s always fun to run across something totally new to you, and this was it. Looked different, smelled different, tasted different and it was all good.
September 14, 2007

stevo
qotd: avocado
September 14, 2007

Robin C.
QOTD: My favorite thing that’s new is taking French lessons. I’m not taking it to go to France; I was there as a child when we lived in Berlin, and hope to go again, but that’s not the reason. I just like French and wanted to try it an it was absolutely the right thing to do. The pronunciation is fairly easy for me and a lot of the vocabulary is similar to Spanish which I know moderately well, so it’s fun and relaxing yet challenging.

Your show was fun and informative and relaxing. You’re pretty good at your guesses – I’ll bet the Jets do just as you said.
September 14, 2007

Trish-da'-Dish
Since I’m a true Gemini, I’m always trying new things–I can’t help it! Wine has to be really, really, good, or a fantastic bargain, for me to be tempted to double-dip….yes, I know that I’ll likely never be returning to wines to see how they “evolve,” over time, but since my purchase price point is usu. very low (
September 14, 2007

Trish-da'-Dish
Reposted this since it truncated! Weird….

Since I’m a true Gemini, I’m always trying new things–I can’t help it! Wine has to be really, really, good, or a fantastic bargain, for me to be tempted to double-dip….yes, I know that I’ll likely never be returning to wines to see how they “evolve,” over time, but since my purchase price point is usu. very low (less than $25), I don’t think that a lot of what I would be buying would have all that much aging potential, anyway.

Wine-wise, I’ve recently discovered that I XOXOX Hungarian Royal Tokajis, and also I have discovered and fallen in love with the earthy Carmeneres and pruney Italian ripassa-style wines, and I am trying to try out new bottles each time, if possible. I just wish that I lived in a huge city where I could really blow through different examples of these…..

-Trish

P.S. The guy? Gal? above,jcbphd, attended a tasting that was remarkably similar to the one I went to tonight. Including the resin-ey, funky, Chat du Pape at the end! Saint Louis, MO, anyone?
September 15, 2007

onemore
Good episode & lesson. The way I often figure, wine critics predict the future drinkability of wines about as accurately as meteorologists predict the weather. Eh, sometimes they’re spot on, other times… not so much.

While I’m here, I’ll admit this: Pomerol is about as not-new as it gets for me, yet I ordered some Franc Maillet with the free shipping code. I did order a dolcetto though, and that’s… um… new-again for me. (It’s been a long time since I last tried dolcetto.) I just saw a monastrell & petit verdot blend at WL that I didn’t see a few days ago, and I’m kinda sad about that because the (1) the tasting notes sound interesting and (2) I’m looking for more petit verdot wines to try.

And (3), related to QOTD: My favorite new-to-me wine is definitely monastrell. I still can’t believe I passed it up, all these years, on wine shelves. I’m trying bottles from various winemakers and have yet to find a serious disappointment. If I don’t see that (or any other) monastrell/petit verdot blend at my local shops, I’ll order it.

My favorite new non-wine thing? Pardon me while I get all girly-girl: A very comfy, fitted, camel colored, 50% cashmere + 50% wool, wonderfully detailed, wide collared, short trench styled coat, complete with large hemline pleats in front and back. At a steal of a price! This coat rocks. And it’ll keep me warm on Chicago winter days. And it’s adorable. AND It was the last coat of its kind in the store. All around win for me.

(Okay, so my favorite new thing is REALLY a certain policy/procedure change at the office, but I’d have to write several additional paragraphs to explain it and why it’s such a great new thing—so I’ll spare you.)
September 15, 2007

Todd
I tried Argentinian Malbec’s (from Mendoza) based on your show so there’s something new. Maybe I’ll try watching the Jets next…naw, forget that. Go Seahawks!

Love the show. Have fun on Ellen. I’ve got a job so I probably won’t see it.
September 15, 2007

wmole
Prosecco, Rhone, Cava and low$ Brdx.

Thanks for vid link, thought for a while you had gone over to the dark side.
September 15, 2007

Justin L
Love the episode! It Truly is about each mans own standards of wine, although critics have a huge impact on the wines we choose to purchase and consume
September 15, 2007

pamanapa
Soon we’ll be like theater goers; able to decide what we like for ourselves. You’re leading the way.
September 15, 2007

Greg R.
QOTD: The San Luigi Dolcetto you reviewed a few eeks back…had it the other night and it was great…I never had a Dolcetto before…thanks!!
September 15, 2007

chenin
Well said, Gary.
September 15, 2007

Joe CÃ´tÃ©
I’m loving these slightly shorter episodes you’ve done 2 days in a row now! These sub 10 minute episodes are perfect for our busy lives. Keep bringing the thunder!
September 15, 2007

PRW
QOTD: Not chilling white wine.
September 15, 2007

MetalDave
I said GOD DAMN!!! 1988 Beausejour-Becot. Now you’re speaking to me, my friend! THESE are the kind of wines that America needs to be waking up to and I’ve been saying it for years. I really hope you keep these kind of wines on the show often. People don’t seem to have nearly enough respect for them!

QOTD:
My favourite new discovery is in 3 parts. They were recently discovered by me at a tasting. They are Chateaux Destieux (SEGCC), Dufort-Vivens Margaux (2GCC), and Ferriere Margaux (3GCC). All stunning and all QPR kings.
September 15, 2007

glenn
Beau-sejour Becot and an older vintage for $70/per. what are you doing to my wallet??? and yes, i like what i like – i am an old dog and new tricks can hurt. my Sasha order speaks about me too – hey, who are you Mr Patriot act looking up our order profiles – j/k.

NYJ and NYG both with hobbled QB’s – yuck. what is the O/U for combined wins this season? 10-11 maybe? at least the NYY are finishing with class.
September 15, 2007

Sassodoro
QOTD. Not entirely sure. A recent new wine try that worked out well is 2006 Zantho Muskat Ottonel from Burgenland, Austria. I guess this really counts as a re-try, because I had had a dry muscat before that didn’t really impress me the way the sweeties do (e.g., Moscato d’Asti). (Remember the Dolcetto lesson — don’t try a varietal just once and think you know what it’s like.) Anyway, this Zantho comes on with a floral-peach-melon nose that makes you think it’s going to be sweet, and then it hits you with a wall of bone dry, slightly frizzante, high high acidity that scrapes the curry right off your palate and gets you ready for the next bite. Very interesting.
September 15, 2007

Jeff
Hey Gary;
tried my first Gruner Veltliner and it was spectacular! Summerer 2006 austrian. liked it so much; I ordered a top line kit and am going to make a batch for myself (30bottles; 23 liters)! BTW, that is a great way to try out new varietals; make them yourself; the top quality kits of sterile must with or without skins now are super, and the quality (particularly on white wine) is well beyond what your expectations may be! good luck on the cab!
yamas!
Jeff
September 15, 2007

Vinacull
Gary, Nice EP. I’m not disagreeing with the point that some older wines still have plenty of life left and may get equal or higher ratings from critics when retasted 10 years later, but I’ve also seen lower ratings reflecting that the wine didn’t have the stuffing originally thought. Regarding the viewer question on Silver Oak in particular, I’ve had them older and have yet to find one beyond 10 or 11 years beyond release date that was not starting the downward slide. That said, I’m envious of your description on the Beausejour-Becot — there are few things more charming or distinctive than a beautfully made claret that is in its second or third stage of evolution. QOTD: Lychee nuts
September 15, 2007

cgf
Gary-
havent left a comment in awhile. i finally have internet in my new place. gotta catch up on some episodes. Nice ep and good point to drive home.

QOTD: Had my first Vouvray finally last weekend. 2005 Champalou and I thought it rocked. It had a ton of complexity for a 15 dollar wine. Have you gotten a chance to try it?

Hope all is well and have a great weekend.
September 15, 2007

KMANN
Pennington will play!

…and Daniel LaRusso is gonna fight!
September 15, 2007

ktw
Rotllan Torra 2001 Priorat
btw – i have never ordered the same bottle twice from WL
September 15, 2007

Skol
When I was in Southern Spain I tried some Finos. They were great. My expectation of Sherry was built on Harvey’s Bristol Cream. I just could not imagine drinking that in the heat of Southern Spain, but the Fino and Manzanilla were great. I learned a lot, despite my biases.
September 15, 2007

TROC
New wine has been Pinot’s from Burgundy, god they’re good. I believe aging is the only thing that adds those layers of taste you discussed here. They’re not all meant to be opened young and green. Aging adds character, just ask any 50 year old.
September 15, 2007

paul v
QOTD – I tried a 2005 Viognier from Jewel Collection in Acampo, CA. I was totally blown away by the flavor (peach/apricot) and finish. I can still feel it (in my mind) seven days later. Only 10 bones!
September 15, 2007

yowens
I really like your message GV. I’ve gone from buying wines by scores in bulk to buying individual bottles for areas I’ve never heard of and grapes I’ve never had- I find it much more interesting, enjoyable, and fun. QOTD: morning report. I always thought I hated it. Went twice this week. Really like it.
September 15, 2007

jbailey
Cardio Kick-Boxing. I thought it would be cheesy…but it was fun getting aggressions out on the punching bag. My legs and abs are so sore, I can barely get out of a chair. One of those things I thought I’d never do….but really glad I did.
September 15, 2007

thepiratedoc
QOTD: Took your advice and tried Albarino. Went out for Chinese (they don’t deliver out here in the sticks) and had the Burgans 2005 Albarino afterward. Very nice.

Gary, a little bit of YOU is already changng my wine world, and I thank you!
September 15, 2007

Tim Ballard
Something new?? How about something old? Tried an older Red Burgundy with a good friend- 22 yr old Grand Cru that just rocked our world. My friend is the Owner/Winemaker of Fernwood Cellars – Santa Cruz Mtns appellation winery. He makes big reds from his vineyards, so I like to share elegant, graceful reds when we get together- mostly Bordeaux or Spanish Riojas- this Grand Cru was wonderful. Had bright fruit and no browning. We took about an hour to drink it… never fell apart like older wines can (ie. Napa Cabs!).
Cheers Gary!
September 15, 2007

sharon
QoTD: It’s not exactly new, but newish; making my own goat cheese which is a whole lot easier than
I thought it would be to make and so…I Mean SO much better than what you get in the market (even the high end ones).
As far as wines go, thanks to my sweet husband, we try something different every weekend so much of the time we forget what it was we had. And it’s not always rewarding. That’s why we like listening to your recommendations!
September 15, 2007

Nathan
Nice, brief episode. QOTD: Sangiovese Rose from Napa. Silverado’s Sangiovese Rosato was a huge surprise. I haven’t been digging the Sangiovese out of California, probably because I like it from where it grows best, Tuscany. Anyway, the Rose was on the tasting list on a recent trip to Napa, and it was awesome. I would not have tried it otherwise, and I actually found a few more out there. Very nice to see Rose making some headway out there. This one is great, one of my favorites at Silverado that day.
September 15, 2007

sky
beautiful sky behind you………..love it some wines will last for a long long time………..
September 15, 2007

Piper
QOTD: fresh cherries. Yeah, up until 5 years ago, I had never had one.
September 15, 2007

VinoVixen
QOTD: Kracher Trockenbeerenauslese! I was not a fan of dessert wine but this was beautiful.
September 15, 2007

Tom T.
My favorite “new thing” is making Margaritas.
September 16, 2007

J.Rice
Headed to Paris next week and one of my target restaurants is a little Corsican joint. Don’t know squat about Corsican wine but that’ll at least my new attempt, whether I like it or not.
September 16, 2007

YoungDave
QOTD: Working at a new job, a fine dining restaurant with a REDICULOUS wine list, I’ve been training and get to try a lot of free food and wine. I’ve tried foods and wine varietals that I’ve never had before, including (food) foie gras, filet mignon, hamachi, caviar, and more, and have tried old and new world pinots, Bordeaux, Vaqueras, sparklers that were 100% pinot, chardonnay, or even pinot munier, and a ton of other wines on the list that are entirely new to me. Great educational experience so far…
September 16, 2007

Jens
Very good episode.
QOTD: I recently went to a wine tasting with wines from Italy, where i tasted vino from Basilicata. That was a superb experience.
September 16, 2007

Angela
I love this commetary with Gary… keep informing!
September 16, 2007

bruce gardner
dolcetto
September 16, 2007

Missy
Gary, Gary, Gary!!!!
Pah-leeze!!! Couldja get rid of the plastic ‘guy toys’ and get something a little more interesting on your set for Women??? Couldja possibly have something artsy or foody, or political, or cultural, or musical, or ANYTHING BUT THE PLASTIC ANIMAL AND MONSTER TOYS—”Thunder show??? What the Hell is that??? Women are watching your show probably more than men! And by the way darling, women are probably bigger wine consumers than men, any day of the week!!! I’m not asking you TO BE FEMINE, I’m just asking you could you make an effort to appeal to a feminine audience? (no spell check on this posting site-ughhh)
Okay honey, you asked for lurkers to comment, so I’m commenting, now let’s see how quickly you can act in response…………….
September 16, 2007

Bill V.
Test for Chris Mott.
September 16, 2007

Bill V.
A lot of Gary packed into an 8-minute show — and on a busy Friday, that suited me just fine!

QOTD: A friend I met in 2002 — opened up a whole new world of fun & interesting things to do.

Have a great 24-17 weekend, Gar’!

Bill V.
September 16, 2007

Atreyu
Hey Gary,
I didn’t thank you yet for the free shipping… You are great! Thanks! Keep up the good work!

QOTD: I liked a lot the Freixenet Brut that you always pan, I think it was fresh and tasty. You should give it another chance. Apart from wine, I went for the first time to a football game (Michigan vs Notre Dame) and I liked it a lot!
September 16, 2007

Canuckchuk
Nice show, Gary. And I want to second the review on the Joie wine from B.C. A definite must for anyone who wants to try–and can track down–a good BC white.

My new thing was to try a method of doing steak that I’ve always heard works well. On the BBQ two minutes each side, then into the oven on a cast iron pan for about 10 minutes. Worked well!

Sorry about the Jets, Gary. My advice would be to give up on watching pro sports and find another hobby. Have you thought about wine?

Best,
Canuckchuk
September 16, 2007

LT
close 20-13 baltimore….
September 16, 2007

Harley Stan
Gary, cool friday episode. I don’t think I ordered anything I have tried in the past I was just excited for free shipping ( thank you)
QOTD- Chenin Blanc, I have been trying different ones all summer long.
September 16, 2007

Tommy Vernieri
I’m so happy I didn’t set myself up to be called out for ordering the same old wines. I’m very excited to try a Refosco again for the first time in four years.
September 17, 2007

Lawrence Leichtman
DOC 1982 La Tache. Have never had a burgundy this old before/ Lots of funky mushrooms leather and cherry. Very interesting but glad I wasn’t the one buying this though it was bought in 1984 it was stil expensive in today’s dollars.
September 17, 2007

medo
QOTD: A German “Scheurebe” Kabinett blews me away some weeks ago – thanks for reminding me trying new things
September 17, 2007

Reonark [Former Lurker]
Gary, This is my first post, so you have de-lurked another! I applaud your desire to have people shake up their respective wine worlds! I think you should make a “Gary’s Mystery Picks” link and showcase some of the better odd values that people should try. I am thinking about interesting whites and reds that are good values and unusual. That way, if people are making an order there would be a tickler of the “oh yeahs…” that they should try.
Keep up the great work and don’t take the thunder out of the thunder show! Perhaps a Barbie spit bucket would soften your image? – Joe
QOTD: I had a Rasmussen Petit Syrah… very nice!
September 17, 2007

Kathleen Lisson
Gary,
Fresh Goat Cheese Chevre. I’m really into trying new cheeses.
Kathleen
September 17, 2007

Carlitos
Hey Gary,

You can’t complain I’m not trying new things! Ordered some Ruche, Uva di Troia, Grignolino, Teroldego Rotaliano, Ciro, Bonarda, Dolcetto, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Tinta de Toro…

I’m even impressed myself!
September 17, 2007

Philip Robert
QOTD – What was something new that I tried that I liked? Definitely the Antinori Tignanello, I’m more of a Pinot guy and had not ventured a lot outside of the U.S. I also liked the Portugues Douro Redomo
September 17, 2007

Philip Robert
QOTD – What was something new that I tried that I liked? Definitely the Antinori Tignanello, I’m more of a Pinot guy and had not ventured a lot outside of the U.S. I also liked the Portugues Douro Redoma
September 17, 2007

Shane
The FedEx man just dropped off my new wines and my TIGHT like nuts & bolts Lurker T. Looks like the wife and I are going to have a good week. I don’t even know what I ordered, just picked some wines from the Best Buys section of the site. That’s the good thing about being new and ignorant, no preconceived ideas. Thanks for the new threads. I am sure I will get some comments from some Dallasites this weekend.
How about those Cowboys!
September 17, 2007

G. Tweeze
QOTD: Garage sale Saturday mornings…followed by all day college football.
September 17, 2007

2Sheds
Yo, Missy, take a Midol and relax, will ya? If you don’t like the Thunder and the toys, that’s tough. It’s GARY’s show, NOT yours. If you want political, musical, artsy or whatever, then turn on The View. And who are you to tell Gary about who buys wine? He’s been in the business of selling wine for a long time. I think he may just know who his customers are. If you don’t like what he’s doing, then STOP WATCHING!…or at least go back to lurking and keeping your fool mouth shut.

QOTD: Calling ‘em as I see ‘em.
September 17, 2007

RX8Doc
Hey Gary, how about free shipping on all orders when (if) the Jets win a game.
September 17, 2007

Soyhead
QOTD: Chateau Ste Michelle 2006 Eroica Riesling – wow, what a balance of sweet and tart.

Loved watching those clouds roll by in the background
September 17, 2007

John
Long time lurker, first time poster. Crushing, CRUSHING loss but I think we saw the future on the field on Sunday.

Enjoy the show. Cheers!
September 17, 2007

Kirk
QOTD: My new wine that I’ve recently started to enjoy….Muller Thurgau. Give it a crack some time. Amazing crisp acidity and a beautiful nose…
September 18, 2007

paulg
Good show…thanks for cutting back on the Thunder Cats riff…got old…appreciate your passion for the home team..not my home team.. but hey, passion is passion..got married this weekend and wowed the folks with the Point Reyes Vineyard’s pinot noir bubbly. That’s my home team. Cheers!
September 18, 2007

Valerie
First time viewer…I am hooked! Although I am not a huge football fan, I am a big wine fan and have watched several videos on your “new to wine” page even though I have been a wine drinker for 10 years. I have learned a lot and found some new wines to try! My local wine shop is going to love you! I have written down 6 wines to try and have already picked up one of them.

Thanks for all you do!
Valerie M., 33, Charlevoix, MI
September 18, 2007

Jeff Cleveland
QOTD: Mussels – tried them this weekend and they were fantastic!
September 18, 2007

Kristen
I love seeing French wines on the show! Sometimes I feel that the New World is getting a lotta love.

QOTD: Other than this show, I love finding new words and idioms in French. Like the idiom directly translated, “Let’s return to our sheep” otherwise meaning, let’s get back to work.”
September 18, 2007

DARREL LAS VEGAS
QOTD Marriage!
September 18, 2007

Matt the Lurker
I don’t try new things? No way. You must not have been talking about me. Unfortunately, I had a different problem and that was that nearly everything I wanted to try was sold out. Bummin!
September 19, 2007

wannaBconnoisseur
Q: Argentinian Malbecs, I’ve been ignoring them for a while and a month or two ago I tried a few that were great, now I am on a huge malbec kick, a great grape that is quite a value right now.
September 21, 2007

Pardus
QOTD: Kudu venison. Kudu is a type of antelope in Southern Africa. The first time was at a lodge near Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. If I remember correctly I paired it with a South African Shiraz. The lodge where I was eating it was overlooking a water hole and all kinds of game was coming for a drink as the sun set. At that very same lodge I had warthog the next night that I had with a pinotage. It was also very good.
September 23, 2007

Dan-o
My favorite new experience – wine related – was drinking an Albrino from Rias Baxias.
I know that you have been playing them up lately, but I find them zesty (with 4 z’s).
October 3, 2007

hockeywiner
I am a Systems Application Developer, been in the business 27 years. I just recently started playing womens hockey – lots of fun, great exersise. LOVE THE SHOW – a little behind on the episodes, but never miss one!
October 26, 2007

Alos Diallo
My favorite new thing would have to be ping pong -)! I just played it the other day for the first time WOW soooooooooooo much fun. I really love this episode, because it helps us all get past the idea of ratings. Cheers
February 21, 2008

thefanjestic
Qotd – Being a Dad! 6 months and growing.

Wish I had bought a bottle of that Bordeaux when it was on sale and had free shipping – but I did expand my palate on the orders I made!
August 15, 2008

Dessert Wine Nerd
I do love lessons. Im as guilty as the next person at going to whevever to b uy wines and look at the 90+ scored wines first. But Im learning to try new wines and look at tasting notes first. QOTD: Im not going to answer this with an exact answer, but say new restaurants. Ive found a few new places lately and am quite happy I decided to check them out. Gotta love new finds that bring it!
September 20, 2009

ulu ulu ulu ulu
QOTD: Sex