The Barbera Episode – Episode #347

November 8, 2007

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through 3 serious Barbera wines and gives you his 2 cents!

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“QOTD: Have had one Barbera — look forward to having more….” by fuar stand
“I’m having a Barbera right now. Baracco de Baracho from Castellinaldo…” by Paul
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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Fontanafredda Barbera D’alba BriccotondoBarbera d’Alba
2006 Massolino Barbera D’albaBarbera d’Alba
2005 Clerico Tre Vigne BarberaBarbera d’Alba

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November 8, 2007

PASO WINO
Gary, Oh boy you were en fuego today. Great show.

QOTD: Yes, I have had a couple Barberas, but only from CA. I need to try some from their native land of the World Cup champs. Viva Italia!!! I am waiting for my girlfriend to get out of the shower so I can go eat some lunch. I am so hungry I am about to eat my arm.

Thanks GV!!
November 8, 2007

Dr T from N. Carolina
Well, I’ve had Barbara d’asti, which I really like, and Barbara from California, which I haven’t. and, in this saw we learned what wine goes with raw cat. . . .

“T”
November 8, 2007

Scott
There isn’t a red wine from that part of Italy I haven’t enjoyed… barbera, dolcetto, nebbiolo, barolo.. Gary’s right… they’re all magnificent! I’ve been to Alba a couple of times while I was in college, I tried to bring home as many of these bottles as possible while managing to fit my clothes and books in my luggage. They are too good! Man I’m so glad to see these wines on your show!
November 8, 2007

ev
Now Gary, how do you REALLY feel about the Massolino? No holding back now. qotd-yes
November 8, 2007

C-Fiddy
Hey Gary,
Discovered your show last week. Been lurking since then, told a couple of friends to check you out. I’m addicted.
Anyway, Barbera! Yes. California State University Fresno has an Enology department that has been producing it’s own wines and most are fantastic. Even their $4 Tailgate Red is tasty on a weeknight. Seems like every year though, their Barbera is winning awards all over the state, so I’ve been drinking theirs, but now I’ll have to branch out to some of these. Hey how about a whole show on Fresno State? Check them out! http://www.fresnostatewinery.com
November 8, 2007

Linderelli
QOTD: p1) so far, the Barbera d’Asti by Vietti is one of my faves – Vietti also makes a nice Arneis.
p2) still waiting on you to ship to Washington. . . what is up with that?? show some love! You must think we are spoiled by our connection to Walla Walla, and therefore refuse to spoil us more. hmmph
November 8, 2007

Taylor
Loving the Barbera, just ordered the Massolino I’m excited to try it.
QOTD No, ihavent yet, but i will be soon enough can’t wait havent seen you this psyched up in a while!
November 8, 2007

RandyB
I love Italian wines. Great ep!

QOTD: Are you kidding me? Take a look at my wine cellar. Those wines to the left of the long-term agers are over half barbera.

Ciao
November 8, 2007

carnyc
Thanks for the episode Gary. Unfortunately, the Massolino sold out in three seconds flat, but I did get my hands on a few bottles of the other two.

QOTD: Yes, I’ve had Barbera D’Alba a few times at enotecas in the city, but most were not that great in my opinion. Looking forward to trying these out!
November 8, 2007

Social Project Brian
Wow, sold out sold out sold out. The only Barbera I know is Hanna Barbara. But I’ll check this juice out fo sho, if I can find it.
November 8, 2007

billyg
I love Barbera and the Piedmont. So many great wines.
November 8, 2007

Alos
These sound great I am going to pick up some this weekend and give it a try
November 8, 2007

Kevin
QOTD: Hm. Can’t say I have? Definitely on my radar now – thanks yet again Gary.
November 8, 2007

misswinegirl
LOVED the show!!! It’s the best feeling when you pop open the bottle and fall in love with the wine!!!1 Just popped one open here at work and indulging in a bottle of Syrah!!!

QOTD-hell yes…who hasn’t!
November 8, 2007

RieslingRon
Wow………three winners!!!

QOTD: Had barbera many years ago, but not recently. These are worth looking for.

GV – Thanks for another great show.
November 8, 2007

Andy
Got to go Barbera G , exploring all Italian wines …. Love the Piedmont and all it has to offer
November 8, 2007

Arthur
Jim Clendenen of Au Bon Climat does a very nice Barbera from Bien Nacido Vineyard.

Definitely recommended!
November 8, 2007

Will G
Wow, can’t remember the last time you liked every wine in the episode. Nice!

QOTD: Never had a Barbera. I’ve been waiting for someone to yell and scream at me to try one…it’s just never happened.
November 8, 2007

john ripperger
Best one I ever had was a 98 Hastae Quorum. Not cheap ($75 retail) but a great barbera, loads of dark fruit although the acidity has started to fade recently on the wine. I think it has probably seen its best days by now.
November 8, 2007

mbannon
Wow Gary, you were really on a roll today! I love Barbera, thanks for putting it back on my radar screen, it’s been gone too long.
November 8, 2007

Derek
Great energy today Gary, I LOVE IT!!! YAA BOOOYYY!!

QOTD: I have never had Barbera..but I am going to pick up a few bottles, you can count on that!!

Thanks Gary!!
November 8, 2007

purplejuicebruce
Yes a couple from Amador Co. CA. and I liked them I guess I need to try some Italian Barberas as well.
November 8, 2007

Brandon S.
Was reading this article today (http://scienceblogs.com/cortex/2007/11/the_subjectivity_of_wine.php) and it made me wonder whether you’re the only guy out there who knows a damn about wine these days. Keep up the good work GV!
November 8, 2007

Shane
Ok, now that I watched….QOTD: No, not that I know of. I was waiting to get a nice live cat meal lined up to pair it with, but apparently I could go with something like Inky Spaghetti.

Your Knicks board cracks me up. I just feel sorry for you. Jets and Knicks. Glutton for punishment. Come down to Texas and we can cheer of the Cowboys and the Mavs. Get a taste of that sweet victory.
November 8, 2007

elvindeath
Throw the Vietti Tre Vigne in the bunch as well – all fabulous. Barberas, Barolos and exceptional Chiantis just make me proud to be an Italian-American. Some of the best sub-$20 juice you can get out there.