South African red wines

South African red wines – Episode #321

September 26, 2007

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through 3 South African red wines and gives you his 2 cents!

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2005 Peacock Ridge MerlotSouth African Merlot
2005 Seidelberg Pinotage Roland’s ReserveSouth African Pinotage
2004 Rustenberg John X MerrimanSouth African Red Meritage

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September 26, 2007

gordoyflaca
QOTD: Nature’s Path HEMP granola. What can I say? It’s addicting!

That guy with the video camera looks like Bobby Knight.
September 26, 2007

DT
QOTD: Whole grain irish oats. They take awhile to cook, but worth it. Also, Cap’n Crunch, but you have to let them soak in the milk a little while so they don’t rip up the inside of your mouth.
September 26, 2007

wine-ot
keep on rockin out gv crankin out 90 plus shows each n every day…drinkin some ‘barrister’ red mountain wa merlot ‘02 tonight and will think of you…ok that was weird….qotd – oatmeal with honey pb and syrup (sugar free)…with a protien shake…starts the day right!
September 26, 2007

Kevin from Queens
87, 88, 89, 90,91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, and 98. I don’t need these numbers! I don’t want these numbers to have an influence on me.
September 26, 2007

stewart l
I like south african wines- but it would nice to have you showcase the newer wines such as pinot noir and syrah, pinotage seems to becoming less popular.
Qod- got to have my low fat granola with raisins.
September 26, 2007

Roo
Great ep! Love the educational eps with the tinge of Vaynerspeak…I’m throwing a “Wines of the World” tasting party soon, so I’ll be sure to get some South African flavor involved…

QOTD: Not addicted per se, but I used to LOVE “Oh’s” cereal, remember that? Also Grape Nuts (but only when microwaved and hot…yum) – and Frosted Flakes bring the thunder too.
September 26, 2007

Happyuke
Hey,Cinnamon Toast crunch,by the boxful.
Thanks for the show,still waiting for BC wines yummmm.
September 26, 2007

rob in indy
QOTD: With out a doubt, Cinnamon Toast Crunch…mmm
September 26, 2007

the big wine O
Golden Grahams
September 26, 2007

Kevin
Nice titling. And you did inspire me to try some South African wines. I will try some soon.
QOTD: Life Cereal
September 26, 2007

Kev and Ams
QOTD: There are cereals that I love that I can’t eat anymore like Fruity Pebbles and Capt’n Crunch w/ Crunch Berries. But I have always loved Rice Chex and Corn Flakes.
September 26, 2007

jcbphd
QOTD: Golden Grahams.

T Shirt Idea of the Day: The words “Trust Your Palette” with an artist’s palette pictured. Did I mention that I’m the grammar police?
September 26, 2007

PaVo
I’m not addicted to cereal but I do love Raisin Bran, Chex and Muslix with Fruit, just love the difference between soft fruit sweetness and gritty chewy grain. Yum.
September 26, 2007

amgryger
QOTD: Not addicted to cereal, at all.
September 26, 2007

wlburk
Hey Gary,

Good educational show. I may have made a new vayniac out of a co-worker today, so YAY!

QOTD: Cinnamon Toast Crunch
September 26, 2007

Arthur
Malphas

Well said.

My other favorite is: “black currents”

Currents are found in electrical wires and bodies of water
Currants are succulent berries that come in white, red and black.
September 26, 2007

waibeans
QOD: my work actually puts out quite a spread for breakfast each day. cereal, eggs, croissants, muffins, bagels, fresh fruit, and a cheese plate (today had some wonderful smoked gouda YUM!)

but anyway.. recently they’ve been putting out some good ol favorites which I guess would satisfy this question: Fruit Loops and Frosted Flakes. that’ll wake you up in the morning

ttyl GV
September 26, 2007

DrEdwardo
Gary, regarding your black (actually) green board:

“Trust your palette” if you are a painter.

Trust your palate, if you are training Ellen and Conan.

Edwardo
September 26, 2007

Bob F
No favorite cereal, but always have a box of Raisin Brand in the house.

A few editions ago Wine Spectator featured south Africa. The article pretty much follows your thinking about the future for their wines. But after you highlighted “The Wolftrap” from Boekenhoutskloof about a year ago, I’ve been convienced about their quality and price.
September 26, 2007

GottaGoDrink
QOTD- Honey Nut Cheerios with Banana. But, I am an expert egg-maker!

Really good show Gary. The Merlot in partic sounds very good.

Did you ever notice how many comments use my first name?
September 26, 2007

KAHUNA
QOTD: Capt’n Crunch the Lucky Charms
September 26, 2007

KAHUNA
Gary said COCK and WOODY
September 26, 2007

chenrys
We really enjoy the educational aspect of your show. Thanks.

QOTD: No current cereal addictions here,
September 26, 2007

John Farrin
Was hoping for a good Pinotage but ya can’t win em all.

QOTD: Do I have to? Okay, Golden Crisp (formerly Sugar Crisp). I know, I’m damned.
September 26, 2007

Malphas
Okay Gary, I must address this first:

PALETTE – What artists (people like me) use to pick colors for pretty pictures
PALATE – What food/wine critics use (people like you) use to refer to the sense of taste

Question of the Day: I’ve always been addicted to Corn POPS. It was a treat for me as a kid, but recently I’ve been getting into healthier cereals like Cheerios, Rice Krispies (the plain kind) and Total. All with a sliced banana, of course.