Best Buy Cabernet Sauvignon Under $10 And A Shout Out

Best Buy Cabernet Sauvignon Under $10 And A Shout Out – Episode #383

January 3, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes some wines under $10 to see what he thinks all three are cabernet Sauvignons and it will be fun to see what the deal is.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

Excelsior Cabernet SauvignonSouth African Cabernet
Rex-goliath Cabernet SauvignonOther California Cabernet Sauv
2005 Cartlidge & Browne Cabernet SauvignonOther California Cabernet Sauv

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475 Responses

January 3, 2008

Social Project Brian
First?

Sign the petition to Link It Up Mott!
http://www.petitiononline.com/bri1970/
January 3, 2008

crank
How does someone get to be first? There is no comment box!
January 3, 2008

Hinrgman
Great Show

Link it up
January 3, 2008

Hinrgman
QOTD – 2004 Chianti Classico
January 3, 2008

rickk
Happy new year!
January 3, 2008

*/^_^\*
sweet! i love $10 cab
January 3, 2008

Dominick Mack
WINE….WOOOOOOO!!!!
January 3, 2008

grape_ape
top 10!
January 3, 2008

waibeans
top 10 den
January 3, 2008

Hinrgman
Top 10 Still???
January 3, 2008

HuskerJamie
Top Ten is Lame
January 3, 2008

David Dickinson
I went to WLTV at 4pm CST today and there were no comments at that time. How do you find the link to be the first to leave a comment?
January 3, 2008

MagnumGourmet
Top 20…Woo Hoo!
January 3, 2008

Mike G
Hey, Chapel Hill is in NC so I’m in!
Mike
January 3, 2008

Withnail
Good topic!
January 3, 2008

CoolHandLuke
Top 20?
January 3, 2008

Nick
my go to wine is Dolcetto D’Alba.
January 3, 2008

organicguy
Always looking for the next
January 3, 2008

Alos
I actually have a wine rack that was a gift that holds 38 bottles and I use that for the everyday wine. I load it up with wine under 28 dollars that is great, I try to make half of those wines I have never tried but that come from good recommended sources like the barbera that you recommended. This was I get to try something new all time tine. Cheers
January 3, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
Top 20? QOTD if I have one, it would be la Veille Ferme (sp?) rose.

So, where in NC would you visit. This is a big state! (at least compared to New Jersey)

“T”
January 3, 2008

josh
My go yo wine right now is Chateau Grand Traverse Late Harvest Riesling
January 3, 2008

Joshua W
I’m in Rutherford County NC so I’m absolutely in!
-Joshua
January 3, 2008

Dominick Mack
Gary – Green Groves Cab. Nice find – it’s my go-to.
January 3, 2008

Rick
Can be in nc!
January 3, 2008

Neil
QOTD: A trick question – according to the Vayniac manifesto there should be no everyday wine. A few years ago I had the Falesco Vitiano as an everyday, spaghetti red. It was a Wine Spectator best buy/value – fairly average and medium bodied. Nowdays all bets are off and I’m trying different things……
January 3, 2008

Lb in KS
Hey GV…Forget the NC… come to KC.. I’d drive the 3 hours to come to KC, maybe you make a mends with Herm while visiting? Where does one secure their very own Big Ass Glass?
January 3, 2008

waibeans
QOD: no go-to wine as of yet, still exploring what’s out there. I have found a couple that i like more than others, villacreces is one, but still wouldn’t call it a go-to.

glad to hear your gonna be up at the boston wine expo. After last year’s experience i don’t think i’m gonna make the drive up from jersey, but you should DEFINITELY show the new england vayniacs a GOOOOOD time. Bring your A game dude, they’ll love ya!

lata
January 3, 2008

Jaybird
I think you should come to Rochester, NY…Not because there is so much to do here but because there is so little. No professional sports team, no casino, not much to get truly excited about, except for wine. Wine is Rochester’s sanity medicine, and its what keeps me going, it’s my “Sanity Fuel”. I am sure you already have a fan base here but I think it would grow much faster when the “ROC” meets you. Ohh we do have Constellations Brand also.
January 3, 2008

Sonnenuhr
OK – can we get back to reviewing real wine again. Thx
January 3, 2008

Paul M
QOTD: no go to everyday wine, we drink all sorts of stuff, thanks to WL
January 3, 2008

kevin D
Gary, That would be great if you would come down to North Carolina. I have lived hear all my life and it is a great place we would love for you to vist. North Carolina Com’n raise up. I hope there are other out there that feel thesame way I do. My go to wine is bordeaux.
January 3, 2008

Johnny C. a.k.a SmokinActuary
Our go to wines have been Oriel Maypo Valley Chilean Cab Sauv and Yalumba Viognier.

BTW the Cartledge and Brown line is good across the board. The chard and pinot noir have high QPRs
January 3, 2008

Dr. Mike
QOTD: no goto on drinking, but I am buying alot of stuff from WA and Cote Rotie these days
January 3, 2008

Jaybird
QOTD: The only person I know with a goto wine is my grandmother…”Lake Niagara” from the box and she always has an extra in here trunk.
January 3, 2008

*/^_^\*
qotd: cotes-du-rhone or something from languedoc,,,,
January 3, 2008

Og
I know “a guy” who knows “a guy” who will be very very disappointed if the term “sniffy snif” does not make an appearance on #384.
QOTD: 2004 Dynamite Merlot 9 bones, and 2002 Gold Hill Syrah 10 bones on sale
January 3, 2008

RieslingRon
I don’t have a specific go to wine…………I have my favorite varietal/areas of course, but I go with whatever I have on hand. Typically, I have a somewhat even distribution of reds and whites and pick whatever trips my trigger at the moment.

Looking forward to the 2008 episodes, especially with more cheese and food components included.
January 3, 2008

Malphas
QotD: I have found myself going to the Chateau Diana California Merlot. Much like the Rex-Goliath you reviewed, it has no vintage. I can also pick it up at Western Beef, a supermarket chain which carries it reliably in New York City.

It’s cheap.
It’s likely mass-produced.
It may even come off as a “meh” kind of wine by most wine critics.

But I enjoy it. Very much.

Maybe you can give that a shot for another round of “wines at the local supermarket” themed show… ?
January 3, 2008

mlong
Greenville, NC here.
I would make the meet for sure. Let do this GV.
Maybe Oct 1 for my bday.
January 3, 2008

Kristen
Per the Boston Wine Expo, are you just gonna be out on the floor? I’m wondering if I should make a trip back from WI to go the the expo.

QOTD: I used to have go-to wines (Sakonnet Vineyard’s Eye of the Storm and Newport Vineyard’s Great White), but ever since watching the Thunder Show I’ve been into trying new wines. Plus I work at a wine shop now and I have to try new things- otherwise, how can I recommend wines to customers?
January 3, 2008

Withnail
QOTD: I mix it up, but most common “everyday wine’ for last month or two is
2005 Banrock Station “Ball Island” Red.
January 3, 2008

purplejuicebruce
QOTD… Concannon Petite Sirah- Cabernet Sauvignon -Syrah
Ravenswood Cabernet Sauvignon- Zinfandel
Jacob’s Creek Shiraz
Root 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chile)
January 3, 2008

mlong
QOTD – Janasse Cotes Du Rhone and Las Rocas Garnacha.
Pepper…umm !
January 3, 2008

Rani Haykal
Great Show!!!
QOTD: I dont know if I have any specific goto wines, but I do tend to stick with either a moderately priced bordeaux especially from Puillac($25-$35) or cotes du rhones.
January 3, 2008

Phil G
QOTD – I don’t (currently) have a go-to wine. For me, it depends on the circumstance in which I will be drinking the wine – with food or not, what type of food, and so on. I’m also in a very experimental phase right now – enjoying lots of new wines… thanks for lots or recommendations!
January 3, 2008

RANDI
Gary! Party in NY…tell me when!!!
I have steered away from “go-to” wines, since watching you…now I’m trying the wines you recommend mostly. This is my way of expanding my palate – my New Year Resolution..
Before, I always had some Turley on hand.
January 3, 2008

Jahlove
I would rather a DC event, but since the rents live down there I would consider a road trip to the Durham area if it were a weekend.

QOTD: I don’t have a go to everyday wine because I rarely buy multiple bottles of one wine unless I’m planning to cellar them. Then I like to buy at least two bottles so I can see the evolution. But as far as everyday drinkers go, I am always drinking something different, even if I really enjoyed the previous bottle. In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever had the same two bottles back to back. Last everyday drinker was New Zealand Pinot, before that was Austrian GruV, before that was German Riesling, before that was an early 2005 Bordeaux, before that was a Loire White, before that was a red from Veneto, and so on and so forth…… My selection of the evening usually revolves around what’s for dinner. I will never be the guy to buy a case of some $10 wine for everyday consumption. I can only see buying that much of the same wine if it were something age worthy. I really don’t see the point in drinking the same thing everynight. That would bore me to the point of causing me to quit drinking. Gasp. Oh the horror.
January 3, 2008

Shad
I’d have to say that I’m drinking a lot of wine where Merlot is the star. There isn’t a specific one, but that is where I’m at right now.
January 3, 2008

Elliot Essman
Every day wine – something new. I’m on a Greek wine kick now. Nemea. Naoussa.
January 3, 2008

PeterT
QOTD; my everyday wine is either Grenache or Tempranillo
January 3, 2008

Jahlove
By the way, I’ve had the Rex-Goliath Pinot and can honestly say it ranked among the top 3 worst wines I’ve ever had. Just straight up sugar water.
January 3, 2008

John Witherspoon (J DUB)
Hey Gary
That would be awesome if you had a party in North Carolina, we would totally be there. It isn’t that bad a drive from Richmond!!! BRING THE THUNDER!! (Coincidentally, a lot of Days of Thunder was shot in NC)

QOTD: I don’t really have a fall back wine lately – we have really been all over the place really trying to pair the wine with the food. If i had to choose one, we fall back on Zin more than most, but it just depends on the day. Last night, white burgundy, the night before Malbec, the night before that Zin, the night before that Alsatian Riesling with Valpolicella for lunch etc…

SEe ya
J DUB
January 3, 2008

italianwinelover
QOTD: Trying to trick us huh???? Go to – certainly Italian – right now a Montepulciano..usually always have one open these days!

Love the make up reference – enjoyed that episode tremendously!!

How can I find a big ass glass..would love to use it at my wine tastings!!
January 3, 2008

KC
QOTD: I have been drinking a lot of stuff from the Rhone lately and a fair amount of cheap garnacha from Spain.
January 3, 2008

Grasshopper
Oh Great Sensei…

You are evolving like a fine wine…you are finding balance, structure and layers. And while your tannins still have a good grip, they are mellowing/softening with age….Still might have a few years of bottle time yet, but you are becoming very approachable and showing your true potential..:)

Great EP and is why I love the show. The information that you share and the practical education you provide has made me watch almost every episode from the beginning. Yes, everyone knows I am a big fan Oh Great Swammy, but everyone should appreciate the fact that you give us great info and honest opinions on every wine, no matter the cost or how much skin you have in the game (which I know is quite a lot!). To help us understand what to look for and what to consider on a $8 Cab is awesome! And, You have always stayed true to preaching tasting notes and not considering points as the “end all” in making decisions on what wines to spend our hard earned money on.

I whole heartledly agree with paying attention to TN’s but do have a gripe on that subject. Many publications and critics will give a wine a lower score, but when you read the TN’s, it still sounds pretty darn good. It’s like the reviewer uses the points to offer their opinion but their words do not always back it up and they seem afraid to use the same imaginative descriptors when saying what tastes bad as they do for things they like…You on the other hand, tell us like it is and use the same vivid descriptors (residual LSD)for bad characteristics as you do the good ones…another reason I want to run against BrandonM for President of the GV fan club!!!

Great gesture to convey………..”weight”…..UU..:)

QOTD – we drink quite a bit of wine and this seems to change and evolve with time and our mood..but right now it is wines from Spain. Love the wines and all seem to be great values! Grenache, Jumilla, Rioja, Ribera del duero are all great wines for the price.

Cheers,

Hopper
January 3, 2008

ceewats
NC here come on down the Raleigh Durham area.. Mcmanis cab or mcmanis P/N my every day….
January 3, 2008

Peter Shanahan
Gary—

You HAVE to come to North Carolina! We’ll bust out the Mouton, some Gravner Ribolla and the $5 Portugese whites all day!!!! Charlotte would probably be the best town, though Raleigh/Chapel Hill or Durham would be fine.

Or you could do it up at the beach at Wilmington or on the Outer Banks. Either way….come soon!
January 3, 2008

Grasshopper
PS – I “linked up” being a fan in Facebook….

Can’t wait until the next “braclet” comes out..:)

Hopper
January 3, 2008

avanagee
QOTD: Chilean red or Gewurztraminer : )
January 3, 2008

nicolas
Hello Gary

hm, solid show – not much thunder going on this time

start of eposide: 19 comments given
end of episode 41 comments given
–> about 1 comment per minute

QOTD: no specific wine, more depending on the food and occasion. I tried various different wines from the area around Stuttgart last year – some white wines were great, red was rather disappointing.
January 3, 2008

Oregon Sipper
QOTD: Being just out of CKC-dom I really can’t afford to have an “every day” wine. Though Merlot has been my choice for dinner parties and such. However, I try to take GV’s advice and try something new every single time I purchase a wine bottle, makes for some fun dinner converatin.
January 3, 2008

Erica37
QOTD: Preston Premium Wines has a great non-vintage white blend called the Long Tail Lizard white. I believe it is equal parts chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, white reisling and awesome. Only EIGHT U.S. BONES!
January 3, 2008

John Watson
QOTD: my go-to wine is currently the Monkey Prize from woot cellars. I enjoy it quite a bit. The Humbug, not as much, but it might mellow out with age.
January 3, 2008

Cuse Wino
QOTD-One of my favorite go to wines has been the Cartlidge and Browne Pinot but the latest vintage (2006) was so hot it burned my Pal.

Did not leave comment yesterday but I am a Vayniac from your neighborhood- SPRINGFIELD!!!!!!!
January 3, 2008

Michael Goldfine
Escarvio is an $8 Spanish wine that really works for me now. Since my “pal” is evolving, it probably will be different next year. But I have gotten way too geeky to have an everyday wine. There are 100 bottles in my basement, almost none over $20–so there is always something interesting to try or share.

Cheers,
Michael
January 3, 2008

Linderelli
I’m voting for a Walla Walla show actually. Why not? You love the spot, and everyone here at AW would love to have you. What does NC have over Walla Walla? My friend Kimi actually refuses to say the second – she just calls it Walla.

QOTD: I tend to switch this up a lot actually. I have a lot of Walla Walla wines in the “cellar” but the stuff I really like – I horde it! It’s such a bad habit! But I come by it naturally – my first word was mine.
January 3, 2008

TampaSteve
Tampa is going to whooooopppppppp your “Jersey” Giants who fell apart and allowed NE to run away with the thunder…….oh the SHAME!!!!!!!
January 3, 2008

spyder47
Good show Gary. I agree with questioning why people buy cheaper wines “just to have around the house.” You should always buy and serve what you enjoy.

QOTD: Like many, I don’t have a specific regular wine. I like mixing it up … with a California Cab one week and a Oregon Pinot the next. Thanks to you I’m starting to get wines from France and S. America in there as well. If I was looking for a daily wine though, I might be tempted to go with Columbia Crest. This winery seems to bring many good, consistently flavorful and inexpensive wines to market year after year.
January 3, 2008

Lee W
4 Vines Chard at $8 is go to white
January 3, 2008

James Bryght
I’ve been blending cheap wines for years and have come up with a fantastic light dinner wine mix for you: It’s one part Gallo Fairbanks Cream Sherry, one part Turning Leaf California Chardonnay, one part Gallo Sauvignon Blanc and one part St. Martins Cabernet Sauvignon. What you get, when chilled, is a beautiful amber/rose colored wine that is slightly dry but with some solid fruit (thanks to the sherry) and a pleasant finish. Great with bright cheeses and white meat. Enjoy!
January 3, 2008

chitown_wino
QOTD- I don’t really have a “go to” wine. But two whites I’m most likely to have are the Maryvale Vionier and the Pipul Aglinico.
January 3, 2008

randyshakes
QOTD: Either Pillar Box Red or Big House Red
January 3, 2008

Deano
Good episode gary i will seek out that last one.

QOTD:
-Some cheap foxbrook merlot
January 3, 2008

ChrisR
QOTD: Everyday wines are against my religion!! There are no “everday wines” in the temple of Winetarian. All joking aside, when I’m short on time or aren’t in the mood to pick and choose I stick with Merlot usually. That being said, I don’t have a “everyday Merlot” and I’d like to have one. Anyone reading this comment, if you have a suggestion, please e-mail me. Please!!!
January 3, 2008

Brian Kachel
HELL YEAH NORTH CAROLINA!!!

Dude the Angus Barn! SWEET WINE CELLAR IN RALEIGH! Check it http://angusbarn.com/

I have 5 other people who will tag along (2 are members here – but travelling at the moment)
January 3, 2008

Brian Kachel
Oh and the Angus Barn is 5 minutes from the airport, 10 minutes from my house for the after party!
January 3, 2008

KW
Come on Down to NC – Raleigh Durham Area
QOTD: Everyday wine Cali Cabs between $12-$20
January 3, 2008

cameron w
Great show. My “house wine” changes pretty frequently based on various things but, right now, the red is St. Francis Claret 2002 and the white is Columbia Crest Grand Estates Chard. 2005.
January 3, 2008

WeisGuy
Hell yeah, Gary, come down to the Raleigh-Durham area! I’ve really been liking the Pillar Box White for an “everyday” white.
January 3, 2008

Bob
QOTD: 2004 Altos de Luzon (Jumilla)
January 3, 2008

Linderelli
P.S. to Spyder47 – I promise there are so many other WA wines that bring so much more thunder than Columbia Crest!!! come see us at AmericanWinery.com and you will see!!! Sorry to bag on CC, but bigger is not ALWAYS better.
January 3, 2008

Stacy B.
Gary tries to rep hard for the dubs (that’s code for Walla Walla), but it’s all talk, no follow through.

Come to this town, there’s great wineries littered throughout the downtown area, not to mention the AmericanWinery.com offices, lots of fun places, great wine, people and more, but without the attitude of Cali…
January 3, 2008

Joel M
Falesco Sangiovese about 10 bones. Great stuff.
January 3, 2008

Dr. Dan
Gary, Mott brings the thunder.

QOTD: Adelaida Cellars, Paso Robles CA
January 3, 2008

John Farrin
QOTD:2005 Thorn Clarke Terra Barossa Shiraz
2005 Greg Norman Limestone Coast Shiraz
2005 Clone 5 Pinot Noir
2006 Alexander Valley Vineyards New Gewurtz
January 3, 2008

Erica37
By the way, Walla Walla is pretty sweet. Come this direction for a few days and THEN hit North Carolina.
January 3, 2008

Michael
QOTD: No real go-to-wine. There is way too many new things to try. I do, however, occasionally like to quaff some shiraz-viognier.
January 3, 2008

Dave Canada
Nice show…….
FORGET NC…..get your ass to Canada!!!!!!!! You have a legion here!
QOTD- 2002 Poliziano “Le Stanze” crappy vintage but the wine rocks!!!!!!!! and I got it by some crazy fluke from witty’s wine for 12 bones ?!?!?!??!
January 3, 2008

HungryChuck
Hi dude – QOD – Nero D’avola …. found a number of them that are inexpensive ($8 – 14), that are enjoyable with or without food… Go Sicily!
January 3, 2008

chenrys
Glad you did a show on inexpensive cabs. We’ve found a couple, a bit over $10 that we like.

NC might be a bit far for us…depends on when. It’s within a few hundred miles. Charlotte is closer for us but I love Asheville.

QOTD: Not any one wine. We are always trying new things. Some we keep around are Bogle Petite Syrah, OVZ, several GSMs – Mr. Black’s Concoction for one. 377 Cab, Big House Red…always adding and changing.
January 3, 2008

lee
Gary-
Everyday. Well, being a wholesaler makes that an easy hook up for me. Right now, vina cobos cocodrilo. or corbilieres tourraine rose of pinot. or nigl gruner veltliner. did i mention sumarroca cava?

Lee
January 3, 2008

Sharon
Yessss, so pleased you are coming here to the Boston expo, I’ve never been either, but heck should be a rocking good time. I can’t wait to go to the WL table and meet Gary!
Yes, us Patriots fans will be (or should be if all the chips fall as they should) even more obnoxious at that point, nyuk-nyuk.

QOTD: I don’t have a ‘house’ wine as am fairly new to, er, oenophilia and am just learning and tasting all the different varieties. Tried another CA chardonnay this evening and damn that was so oaked too, I seem to be very sensitive to it (taste of oak)… I like big fruit but can’t stand new charry-oak.
January 3, 2008

orion
I try to try different wines all the time. Don’t really have a go-to. I’m a fan of what the French have to offer though. Gotta hit up the Loire regularly.
January 3, 2008

mrzitro
top 95
January 3, 2008

billyg
QOD: Henry’s Drive Pillar Box Red and Wrongo Dongo.

I like the big ass glass.
January 3, 2008

Joe TX
Good show gary! I don’t really have a everyday wine. Right now I am trying to look for one and trying different wines everytime I drink. But I guess if I find one like these under $10, it will be house wine for visitors, but not be; I like good stuff and tasting different stuff.
January 3, 2008

Fiorentina!
Hey Gary…Fun show. Ya know around this price point I like the Avalon Cab. and EOS Cab.
QotD-
I really don’t have an everyday “go to” wine because it’s not what I’m about. I like to experience new wines from all over. Currently I’m traveling the world of Rose wines. I’ve had a few Tavel roses, Provence, Languedoc, South America, CA, and South Africa.
So far I’ve really enjoyed the Roses from Tavel and looking forward to trying more roses from that region.
January 3, 2008

Andrew
Thanks Gary

QOTD: One of the great things about living in Hong Kong is the international nature of the wines avaliable (this is certainly not the case in your average Australia wine shop). Reds I’m very open and always trying as many new things as I can. Whites I tend to lean to Reisling and Semillon, but again I’m pretty open to trying new things.

Andrew
January 3, 2008

Shane
QOTD: Don’t really have an everyday wine. I order too much from you…but probably drink more 2005 David Bruce Petite Sirah then anything else. So, I hope that helps.
January 3, 2008

Tom T.
I think you should make a “Changing the wine world whether they like it or not”
T-SHIRT. QOTD – tough question, but if I have one “go to” wine it would be the 2001 Ruffino Gold Reserve Chianti for red, and the 2005 Pierre a Feu Touraine for white (of which I hope you get more in stock).
January 3, 2008

Tim Vining
QOTD: I do not want to fall into a wine rut and being new to wine tasting, I still have lots to try. However, in the past two weeks I discovered a wine for $9.95(CN) that I have been introducing to friends called La Patriarche 2005 Syrah and Pinot Noir.
January 3, 2008

KODI
Great show as always…

Here is a little perspective/history on the Rex Goliath brand that might be of interest.

It was created in 2002 by Hahn Estates/Smith & Hook (monterey, CA) and their timing and marketing was spot on. Helped by a huge glut of good grapes on the market and by putting what was reputed to be very, very good wines for very attractive prices (started around $5) built it up from the intitial 19,000 cases to 300,000 cases in 2004 and on track for 500,000 cases in 2005. But, was purchased by Constellation in 2005 for an undisclosed amount that is rumoured to be in the $40-45 million range (http://zinquisition.blogspot.com/2005/08/constellation-buying-rex-goliath.html). At that point I believe it lost the vintage on the lable. But this is a pretty amazing ROI for Hahn Estates and a great wine business case study!

So, it would have been intersting to have had your opinion of the wine prior to the change in winemaking teams. So in Chris viola’s defense (since he is now known for liking this wine)- It might have been a much better brand just a couple years ago…

But… it does not end their… Hahn Estates has a another value brand to take the Big Rooster’s place. They now have the Cycles Gladiator brand of which the 2005 Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon was rated #11 Top Rated Wine of the Year by Wine Enthusiast.

So, why not try Rex Goliath’s cousin (Cylcle Gladiator)before it get’s sold off?

QOTD: Our go to wine is happening less and less every day as we get more and more educated… but I would have to say if we had one it is the Brancott Sauvignon Blanc (NZ)
January 3, 2008

Nick
I really doin’t have an “everyday wine” right now. I’m trying to drink as much different stuff as I can. I’m am liking the 05 Bordeaquxs.
January 3, 2008

RichE
QOTD: Besides drinking the WLTV wines you taste and daily, Thanks Gary,
I’m also currently drinking lots of Zins from Dry Creek Valley, Ca that I purchased in my recent vist last Fall.

To: MOTT “LINK IT UP”, thanks again for the linkage.
January 3, 2008

Canadian Chris
Listen to Dave, come to Canada!! Niagara region baby!

QOTD: right now I have a case of Laura’s Red, a Meritage from Niagara, great little winery called Creekside Estates run by some very cool folks. It’s my pull out, decant and start fraggin’ on COD4.
January 3, 2008

David Dadekian
QOTD: I can’t say that I have an everyday wine. I like to try lots and lots of new things. The problem with that is I rarely get to drink something I liked again (though I make it a point to drink something I loved again).
January 3, 2008

JonE
NC party?? I’m there with bells on, no pasties.

QOTD: No everyday vino while working in the business, just samples. And i like it like that.
January 3, 2008

Kristen
GV you must come to NC! I will rally the troops to meet ya! While NC wines are less than spectacular, this is a great place to visit!

QOTD: I used to have an every day go to line of wines (Angeline by Courtney Benham} but now my everyday wine goal is to try something new $10-15.
January 3, 2008

CindyW
I don’t have a daily wine, though lately I’ve been having lots of fun exploring Italian reds. There is a wine that I open fairly regularly (and have a stash of at home) — the 2005 Zenato Valpolicella Superiore Ripassa. It’s what I drink when my husband opens a wine I don’t end up liking.
January 3, 2008

sonnybobiche
My go-to wine when I have to depend on a tiny retailer without a lot of selection has to be the Kendall Jackson Cabernet. Sorry, but it’s true.
When I’m rollin deep, though, it’s Clos Du Val cab (which, yes, you totally did unfairly pan!)
January 3, 2008

Bob F
qotd: Riesling. Thanks for another great show.
January 3, 2008

FJDR
QOTD: I’ve been trying all different wines so there’s no one that I go back to, but as far as types of wine, I consistently like Barbera and Malbec.

Nice ending today, being swept off screen by the turning tide….
January 3, 2008

Dominus
Good show and great analogy re: Darth Vader and the Pats.

Party in NC? Make it in Sept in the OBX and I’m there. As an FYI, my most favorite wine restaurant (Elizabeth’s Winery & Cafe) is located in Duck. You would love it!

QOTD: Oregon Pinots

Cheers!
January 3, 2008

Dominus
I just read KODI’s comment and agree with him on a sniffy-sniff and taste of the Cycles Gladiator. A friend of mine just sent me an email recommending it highly but I don’t believe WLTV carries it. Bummer
January 3, 2008

amgryger
QOTD: I am always trying new things, but the closest I have to “go to wine” is Cote Du Rhone for red and Muscadet for white. I say closest because they aren’t really wines I have around all the time, but they are sort of reliable fall backs when I want/need and inexpensive wine, but don’t necessarily want a complete unknown.
January 3, 2008

Senor Sangria
Hey Gary….

I am a simple guy when it comes to wine. My everyday wine is whatever we have laying around which we haven’t drank.

Usually it will be Vinho Verde, Malbec, Tempranillo, Shiraz…

Cheers!
- Rick
January 3, 2008

Anthony L.
QOTD, Jumilla reds baby! Great go to wines, i.e. Luzon, Juan Gil, Carchello.
Also, Portugese Douro Reds!! These most often then not seem to outperform their price range. Thats where I be right now!
January 3, 2008

Corvette Tony
Gary. Loved the old games reference! Let’s not forget playing Donkey Kong on ColecoVision!

QOTD: Everyday win is a Meritage (ala Twenty Rows Grappler) or a Super Tuscan (ala Altesino Rosso Di Altesino)

T
January 3, 2008

Anthony L.
QOTD: Dardano, Barbera Di Alba 2004 is my current everyday wine. Classic Italian wine for $6.99 a bottle. Gotta Love it.
January 3, 2008

Isaac
QOTD: I currently only have the Jackson~Triggs Vidal Icewine that i like… I love the lfavor but not the alcohol as much…but its good.
January 3, 2008

Fred Liu
Happy 35th Birthday to Chris~

Natural…not natural…@_@…that is…forget it…

QOTD: My daily wines for now are mainly from France and especially Bordeaux region. But I have a plan to try some more 2005 things from Italy. Whatever, much more Bordeaux in the supermarkets and wine shops than any other wine. That is a big reason why I am drinking it – Easy to get…
January 3, 2008

Isaac
QOTD: I currently only have the Jackson~Triggs Vidal Icewine that i like… I love the flavor but not the alcohol as much…but its good.
January 3, 2008

Ethan N
I’d hit up the NC party fo’ sure. Bring it to NC, we’ll bring the thunder.
January 3, 2008

TommyBoBo of WI
Go to wine….? That’s why I have a cellar,,, I drink what I feel like and having listened to you… don’t have a ton of any one thing. So I go to a wine that will go with what I’m eating or haven’t drank in awhile.

Request?? Isn’t about time Sir Gary comes for a visit???? He brings some class and control with all these sports this and that analogies….. let’s have some serious discussion about wine shall we???
January 3, 2008

wfdeac
I’m definitely in for an NC party. What part of the state?
January 3, 2008

Danny C
Gary,

I like you thoughts!

QOTD: I guess I would have to go with an Australian Shiraz for my any given night type of wine! Or maybe something Argentinian or Spanish…
January 3, 2008

Fingerlaker
qotd: currently its Principato Rosso aka: olive garden house red ($9.29 1.5L)
January 3, 2008

Scott S.
Gary, Thanks for the focus on QPR wines. Lots of little gems outside the USA.

QOTD: By far, Cote du Rhone. As you know $9-$12 US buys you some serious stuff. I have long forgotten that Aussie and Cali fruit bomb crap!
January 3, 2008

Rick C.E.
QOTD: Don’t have a “house wine” due to being afflicted with W.A.D.D. (wine attention deficit disorder. NC would be fine, but Atlanta would outrageous!
January 3, 2008

Tony Tigner
Hey Gary,

I have only recently become a Vaynerchuck fan. I was introduced to the thunder show @ thanksgiving of 2007 and have now subscribed to the ipod video cast. I don’t have a good nose – in fact, my wife would tell you I don’t possess the sense of smell, but you are amazingly entertaining and I LOVE wine. I will be watching daily henceforth.

Thank you for you efforts

Tony Tigner
January 3, 2008

Susan
Gary- I am going to light a fire under the NC Vayniacs!!! You WILL see more comments soon!!!
January 3, 2008

Tommy Vernieri
Woah! Definitely come to NC. Penney and I will drive up there and party with you. What did you have in mind: Charlotte? Raleigh?

QOTD: I really don’t feel like we have a go-to wine. We hardly ever buy more than one bottle of the same thing. Even broken down by varietal, I’m not drinking more than three of the same thing in a month. And I have you to thank for all of this diversity!
January 3, 2008

Mike Diz
Gary. Over the holidays I tried Grand Bateau 2005 10 bonez. It may need some time, but with decanting this can be enjoyed now. Its a Damn good value! Great everyday wine!
January 3, 2008

Penney
Even though I live in South Carolina, you should come to NORTH CAROLINA! I’ll be there.

QOTD: I don’t have an everyday wine. I don’t feel like I’m missing out.
January 3, 2008

Marc Bienvenue
I drink PKNT. a wine from chile and the grape is carmenere..red peper taste.
Marc from magog.
January 3, 2008

Susan
Gary-PPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAASSSSSSSSSSSSE come to NC!!!!
January 3, 2008

HuskerJamie
QOTD: CC Grand Estates Merlot ‘04, darn good and darn affordable.
January 3, 2008

jackie
Texas! Texas! The ATX! I’m from NC but I live in TX now, so I put my vote in for lil ole Austin.
January 3, 2008

Lennyned
QOTD:
2005 Argentinian Malbec, Bodega Septema.
January 3, 2008

Dale Cruse
QOTD: Gin!
January 3, 2008

Scott EJ
Gary – Thanks for the lesson on the blending of vintages. Seriously, it’s awesome to learn about wine and this was something I hadn’t a clue on. Now I do. Very cool.

QOTD – Although, I’m trying to stay clear of having those go-to wines and cases around the place and keep a more diverse bunch, I’d have to say that Simi and Joel Gott have always been kinda the ones I lean on when I don’t want to pop those special ones. But, your right, there’s plenty of others that are even less expesive (not cheaper) than those. I’m currently on a big Spain kick for those.
January 3, 2008

CW
I live in Georgia, but would come to NC for a Gary love-in.

QOTD: Ore Pinots
January 3, 2008

Achilles Mike
QOTD I like a smooth Zin to relax with or s simple Rhone.
January 3, 2008

jack
no everyday wine for me. in fact, i don’t even ever buy the same bottle twice. i might go back to the same wine with a different vintage but never the exact one that i’ve already consumed. life’s short and there’s just too many wines out there to try!
January 3, 2008

Jason Bonds
I go through stages, but right now it is the Cline Zinfandel 2006. Until I could not get it anymore it was the Guenoc 2004 Cab.

I am looking forward to my latest wine library shipment coming so I can see if the Leocadie Les Clauses. Based on your show it sounds very much like it could be come my new old faithful.

In general I am like everyone else and like to try a variety of wines.
January 3, 2008

Jimmy S
I would drive to Atlanta or South Carolina (parent’s house) for a WLTV in NC. Do it!
January 3, 2008

BryanJ
QotD: No
January 3, 2008

michael
why drink rex when you can drink great wines like the berco do infante you tasted last year. 5 bones. excellent!
January 3, 2008

Dave
Nice episode. What’s the confidence interval on that 98.6% statistic?

Should I buy this wine collection?

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/clt/527218820.html

There is an 82 Pauillac Latour (excellent condition, perfect label, high neck fill) RP 100 pts
January 3, 2008

Spanky
No everyday wine here either but if I’m looking for something inexpensive to go with dinner, it usually ends up being a Zin, Cab, or Bordeaux blend. For those that do stock up, the best everyday wine I’ve found is the Folie A Deux Menage A Trois Red. Goody Goody in Dallas sells it for $7.93. I agree with another poster that Cylces Gladiator Cab ain’t bad either.
January 3, 2008

Rich S
GV, you know I love ya man but if you throw a NC official party before the NY/NJ peeps do (the loyalist Vayniacs of them all), then you are gonna hear it from me………………….

Capish? P
January 3, 2008

cgatesman
Gary, you got me trying so many different wines now, I no longer have anything CLOSE to being a “goto wine”!
January 3, 2008

cgatesman
If you go to NC, make sure you visit the Biltmore Estate. Do a show on their wines!
January 3, 2008

SteveW
Gary you’ve got to be kidding about North Carolina.
You need to bring a party to Seattle, you keep extolling the virtues of Washington wines. You have allot of fans in the Pacific Northwest and would probably bring people from Portland and Vancouver, Canada.
QOTD: Spanish Reds for
January 3, 2008

stewart l
QOD- I don’t have a specific wine I go to, nor a specific varietal. I like to try many different ones, so I always scout out good values, and if I find some that I like, I stock up on them.
January 3, 2008

NathanN
Great show GV!

QOTD: Go to wine is Chat Pesquie Les Terrasses â€™04. Loven the Rhone with the great QPRâ€™s
January 3, 2008

stevo
I don’t have an everyday wine because I’m doing what the man says and trying a different bottle every time. I’m in ATL but could possibly make the drive to NC.
January 3, 2008

mikey lennon
QOTD: Still experimenting with wine and since I cannot afford more than 10 dollars a bottle everyday, I do not have an everyday wine yet.

but someday I will when im rich and knowledgeable.
January 3, 2008

DannInNH
Another good show. Maybe wines under $8 are best left to making good sauce.
Very glad to hear you will be at the Boston Wine Expo, but could not find a reference anywhere to either you (without the k) or to Wine Library. Can you help out here??
QOTD: Since I drink reds and the wife drinks whites, there isn’t any daily go to wine, although the Riondo Prosecco you mention back in the Fall has been a favorite of ours. We still have a case left and it seems to satisfy both of us regardless of food pairing.
January 3, 2008

johnm
Come to NC! The fall is beautiful in the mountains where I live; lots of up and coming wineries and Vayniacs from Atlanta to Knoxville to Roanoke are all within striking distance.
January 3, 2008

GottaGoDrink
Gary- Nice show. It’s what WLTV is all about!

QOTD- probably Tempranillo or Garnacha from Spain. You know, come home on a Thursday night, simple dinner, gotta work the next day…Cheers!
January 3, 2008

Kale Knowles
Gary, I am looking forward to meeting you in NC. For all you Vayniacs, I created a link in the WLTV Meets forum to express interest in Gary visiting North Carolina.
January 3, 2008

GottaGoDrink
Oh, BTW you promised to come back to Chicago this year. We have it on tape. Do I have to send Francis to NJ to get you?? Get back out here!

please
January 3, 2008

pforty
QOTD: Cote du Rhone!! or Ribera del duero – thanks to WLTV.

GV, great EP!!!
January 3, 2008

Big Nick
Great episode Gary. Not sure I have a go to wine right now. I know that if it were up to the wife it is always going to be a Riesling. I am really into trying new wines each time I open a bottle.

You are 100% right that you can get great wines cheap, but unfortunately you can also be easily discouraged due to the number of bad wines you will drink to find a good one. I always make it a habit when I go the store to buy 2 bottle of “cheaper” wine to try, and if I like them I go back and buy 1 or 2 more bottle of each to try at a later time.
January 3, 2008

pforty
oh yeah, already a WLTV fan on Facebook, is that radool or what??
January 3, 2008

BobM
Yay for the less than $10 explorations! This episode illustrates once again why I trust you–not that I’ll necessarily buy what you recommend, but I trust you to report honestly what you taste and think. It says a lot to me that you’re willing to criticize a wine that’s been a big seller for your store. I’m going to look for the Cartlidge & Browne. It sounds like a winner.

QOTD: Would you believe Bear’s Lair California Cabernet, $4.00 at Trader Joe’s? It’s not the most balanced or refined wine, maybe 83-84 points on my totally subjective personal scale, but it’s got good flavors and a little tannin, and for casual drinking it works just fine.
January 3, 2008

Saftig
Good show. QOTD: Can’t get enough of sparkling wines of late, trying all different kinds of cavas and proseccos. Bubblies aren’t just for special occasions but for every day. I love prosecco with olives, artichokes, salami, bread, peppers. Mangia.
January 3, 2008

BobbyTiger
Nice show Gary. (As always) QOTD. My left hand goes to the Argentina Alamos Malbec, while alternating the Bears’ lair California Merlot with my right.
January 3, 2008

thepiratedoc
GV, it’s NC bay-bee!! I sound like Dickie V!! Where is he?!? Out for surgery!! On his larynx-y!! Crap, nothing rhymes with larynx.

Seriously, come on down to the Old North State. Biltmore House would be a cool place to tour/discuss. Grandest chateau ever built in USA, and largest personal residence if I remember my stats. Give me notice, though, cause it’s a 7 hour drive from my place on the coast.

QOTD: Go-to wine changes with the seasons for me … pendulous full bodied cabs and Bordeaux blends in the winter, perky and tempting pino grigios and chablis in the spring, big bouncy viogniers in the summer, and perfectly proportioned pinot noirs in the fall.

What was that you were saying about wines with weight? Do you have a copy of The Who’s ‘Meaty Beaty Big and Bouncy’ by chance? Love ya – mean it!
January 3, 2008

Robin C
We’ve liked Cartlidge and Browne too, but haven’t had the Cab.

QOTD: We don’t have a house wine. My husband is in the wine/liquor business and brings home lots of wines. I get to choose.
January 3, 2008

David M Roberts
QOTD: By type, I’d give it to Tempranillo or Garnacha (Las Rocas is always a value, and a solid bottle). By label, I roll with Sebastiani’s merlot for a good Tuesday night sipper bargain.
January 3, 2008

Senator
QOTD: In the heart of Oregon wine country, our everyday wine is the 2005 Leocadie Les Clauses.
January 3, 2008

Steve
QOD: Chalone Vineyard Pinot Noir – good everyday wine.
January 3, 2008

Steven Burda, MBA
Gary,
Nice site.
Connect to me on Linkedin!

http://www.linkedin.com/in/burda

My email is in profile.
January 3, 2008

pomace
Nice to hear about some good values – maybe its time for another blind tasting across price points? please?

QOTD: Chenin blancs from around the world, Barberas, SW-French and Spanish reds…
January 3, 2008

wrc105
Silverado Trail of Napa Valley. Awesome wines, but they don’t carry the price tag of Highway 29.
January 3, 2008

Jason K
Come On, Gary! You said you could do a different great bottle of wine each day of the year. I’m settling on a new bottle every two days and feel guilty when I wind up backtracking on one I’ve already had.

L’Chaim!
January 3, 2008

mel e
QOD- there are far too many wines in this world to have one go to wine!
January 3, 2008

avwineguy
qotd: Little Vineyards Band Blend
January 3, 2008

jfoobar
Gary, if you go to NC, I will drive down from Maryland. Deal? Huh? *tap-tap* This thing on???

QOTD: I am also trying to try new stuff as often as possible no I don’t have an everyday wine or style. However, if you made me buy a case of something inexpensive “to have around the house”, it would probably be Leo Hillinger Small Hill from Austria or Spier Pinotage for red and/or one of a few Vouvray for white.
January 3, 2008

Happyuke
Drinking Malbecs from Argentina,have not had a bad bottle yet,favorite:Don David
January 3, 2008

Pastafari Pirate
While your palate & mine tend to mostly agree on most wines, however…. MY palate enjoyed the Excelsior Cab as much as any
January 3, 2008

Pastafari Pirate
While your palate & mine tend to mostly agree on most wines, however…. MY palate enjoyed the Excelsior Cab as much as any $8 wine I’ve ever had. *shrug* I’ll definitely buy it again, because I’m buying wine to please my palate.

QOTD: I don’t really have an ‘everyday / go-to’ wine. I seldom drink the same wine twice, even those I love a lot. I’m a ‘novelty’ freak (meaning I like to experience new things), so I’m constantly trying new wines almost every bottle I open, because there are just too many out there… that I haven’t sampled yet. Feel like I can’t have a ‘go-to’ wine or else I’ll never get around to trying all the ones I want to try. Maybe in a few years when I have more experience and a broader reportoire of tasted wines, I’ll start relying more on repeats, but not yet.
January 3, 2008

Steven Pautz
If WL comes to North Carolina, I’d go.

QOTD: I don’t really have an everyday wine. It could be Pinotage or South Africa in general if I had a bigger wine budget, but as-is I just tend to jump around aimlessly.
January 3, 2008

MARSHALL
QOTD:Nero D’Avola
January 3, 2008

TROC
I don’t see the point in having a everyday wine, with so many to choose from today. I was drinking a lot from Chile but after I tried a Selvapiana Chianti, I experienced something that made me order their reserve from you. That something is called “delicious”. Thanks again.
January 3, 2008

mlong
NC BBQ………..

You need to experience that bliss that it is, GV.
January 3, 2008

canadapete
QOTD. Chat. Gourgazaud – SW France
January 3, 2008

Matt the Lurker
QOTD – New Zealand Sauv Blanc. NVSB? It’s so easy and predictable. $10 and you’re in. For reds I go to Australian Shiraz. Both are low price points and high QPR.
January 3, 2008

Adrienne
QOTD: Riesling

Mark and I would definitely come to an NC wine party if you hosted one. Go wolfpack
January 3, 2008

streamertyer
QOTD: 05 Domaine Lafage Cote Sud, 05/06 Pillar Box
January 3, 2008

Skol
Every day wine is Chorey-les-Beaune Drouhin 2005.
At least for the next year.
January 3, 2008

Stu
QOTD: My go to wines are now Argentinian malbec and French Bordeaux, Cote du Rhone, Gigondas. How about a $10.00 show with Cote du Rhone?
January 3, 2008

kris miller
QOTD: my goto all day everyday choice is 2006 Root:1 Cabernet from chile
January 3, 2008

Jason Dallas
6 million people in the Dallas-Fort Worth area (lots of Vayniacs) you need to make a trip to the Big D sometime soon.

QOTD: used to be the Greg Norman Limestone Coast Cab Merlot. Great wine and a great value. However, since finding out about your show a few months ago, I’m trying new stuff all the time.
January 3, 2008

Neil Johnson
Mainly different blends or cabs from Washington State but we do have a few cases of a 2003 Duck Pond Carbanet that we tap into on a daily basis. Our cost with discounts average $5.50 a bottle. It is a nice drinker, but I would be curious to see what you thought.

Neil
January 3, 2008

grilljockey
Gary-

I don’t believe you have the cahones to hang with us in NC. Prove me wrong!
January 3, 2008

Jason
Gary…3 words & 1 reason to visit NC…Tobacco Road Cellars

Thats right…since we’re so “rad” and bringing the “Thunder” to peeps around the country with the Tobacco Road Show…lets go ahead and bring you down here so we can show you how we do thangs.

Warning! Warning! Warning! (Assumptive Close Coming) We look forward to seeing you this summer!
January 3, 2008

Nick
QOTD: Don’t have one. I work at a wine store and try new wines every week and every time I buy wine, I buy something different. There are over 5000 grape varieties…why drink the same wine every day?
January 3, 2008

Susan
Gary- We do have many interested in coming to see you in NC!!!! I say we have a HUGE BLOWOUT of an offline!!!!!!!!!
January 3, 2008

JC
QOTD: Whatever I feel like, or what is left over from last time.
January 3, 2008

Christopher J
I have no real go-to wine, I love a lot of different types, just depends on the mood I am in. I suppose the closest thing to my go-to would be a good California Cab.
January 3, 2008

Jon Stroud
Gary,

Just picked up your show from a friend. Funny and informative. Good stuff.

Funny that you ask about the every day wine. There is a cheap wine from Australia that has become the everyday drink – Banrock Station Shiraz/Cab. $3.97 at the WalMart Supercenter. Nice finish in my opinion.

Two recent favorites: Heron Pinot Noir ($10.50) and Colome’ Malbec ($26)

Jon Stroud
Charleston, SC (I would drive to NC to see you!)
January 3, 2008

Seo
Loved the Zelda comment.
QOTD: Primus from Argentina is my everyday wine. $12, a little fruit bombey, but still hits the spot without having to break into the cellar
January 3, 2008

Ultimate Lurker
I live in KY and would travel to NC. Sounds like a party….
January 3, 2008

Tom Cihil
Great tasting, Gary.

Unfortunately, your favorite of the show is a $13+ wine under the liquor controlled PA monopoly, rather than $8. That’s an additional 63% (profit or gouge?).

QOTD: Since starting to watch WLTV, my everyday wine is shifting and lost. It had been Xplorador Merlot (now too oaky?) or Pinot Evil.
January 3, 2008

JoshL
Lately, mine’s been 2006 Concha Y Toro’s Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon – at 7 bones a bottle (in Delaware though I live north of Philly), though not complex or interesting by any means, still quite pleasant on the nose and the palate. Good everyday drink for a meat eater like myself.
January 3, 2008

QueSeraSyrah
This one’s for North Carolina! C’mon and raise up
Take your shirt off, twist it ’round yo’ hand
Spin it like a helicopter….

Ummm.. yeah… North Cackalacky here….
January 3, 2008

David Harris
Lillet blanc
January 3, 2008

Tom R
QOTD: The closest thing I have to an “everyday” varietal is Zinfandel, and the closest thing I have to an everyday Zinfandel is the Rocking Horse 2004 (Napa). I bought several bottles of it because a local store has a deal on it ($8). Unfortunately, I’ve heard that Rocking Horse is in Chapter 11 (which is apparently what’s behind the $8 deal).

All the same, even the best wine starts to bore me if I drink it too often. I usually get a lot more excited about reds than I do about whites, and I was about to open a bottle of Cabernet to go with tonight’s episode — but I suddenly felt as if I’d been concentrating too much and reds lately, and I was starting to get tired of them. So here I am sipping Sauvignon Blanc! Don’t tell anyone, but sometimes I think variety is just as important as quality.
January 3, 2008

Rajiv A
QOTD: I wish I could drink wine everyday… but I can’t. If I’m lucky I get to drink once a week and taste several wines once every two weeks. So naturally I feel tremendously guilty even contemplating drinking the same wine twice in a row. In fact, I used to feel guilty if I tasted a wine and didn’t write detailed notes (this feeling stopped when I had a succession of terrible reds and champagnes that I have no desire to remember). The only wine I keep coming back to is 04 Barrel Monkeys, for reference. If you’ve seen my blog or forum posts, you’re probably thinking: I’ve never heard one guy mention one wine so many times! Well you would to if it was your first good wine, and if you drank it with the girl I drank it with.
January 3, 2008

ryang
Best idea you have had this year. Bring the show to me. Raleigh NC that is!!! As for QOTD, for now I bought a case of the Saint Leocadie Les Clauses and have really been enjoying it.
January 3, 2008

Mr.Ambassador
Hey GV,

Thanks again for the Torrontes episode! I ran right out to check our local wine shop and they had two Torrontes available, one from “Crios” and a “Lo Tengo”. I’m currently sipping on the Lo Tengo and can appreciate the bang-for-the-buck this brings to the glass. Reminds me a lot of some combination of Viognier and Riesling.

QOTD – I don’t have a “go to” wine as I like to sample and experiment with many different winemakers and varieties (sampling from the outlets and sale bins quite often). If I do find something I like after trying a bottle I’ll head out and buy a case for everyday drinking. I’ve done that with the Pinebrook Pinot Grigio and the Foley “La Cuesta Vineyard” Cabernet Sauvignon.
January 3, 2008

DirtWineKen
I am going to comment on this episode right now!

Great episode that confirms that watching this show has so upgraded my “ready wines”, the ones that are not in the cellar list, and at a lower cost. Thanks.

QOTD: Right now it’s either Ercavio from La Mancha or Domaine de la Garrigue.
January 3, 2008

Doc Dan
QOTD: 2000 Chat. La Vielle Cure from Fronsac
January 3, 2008

Brad D
A lot of South American reds, I’m loving Tittarelli Reserva de Familia!
January 3, 2008

ML
No one everyday wine…but for reds been drinking a lot of Malbecs, various Spanish reds, Barbera d’Albas and Nero d’Avolas.

Havent been drinking much white in the winter, but when I do, it’s been Spanish whites and Gruners.
January 3, 2008

mrzitro
QOTD: I don’t have an everyday wine; I’m too busy tasting all the new ones you recommend.

I might be able to swing a NC trip this year. It would be better if you went to Atlanta.
January 3, 2008

mikeyrad
qotd: my everyday wine is colosi rosso ($8). It’s a typical Sicilian red (Nero d’Avola). Nice fruit, some pepper on the finish, nothing too thought provoking.
January 3, 2008

T. Holland
GV, you are the man. One thing that you said today & that really rang true with me was that many Vayniacs are now gauging their pallates against yours, and I have to admit that I am doing this. Personally, I see myself as more of a new world fan than you, but I have definitely moved away from some of WAY over the top stuff (Like Yellowtail).

QOTD: Don’t really have one. See what the local guy has in the $8-12 range, but I find myself falling back on Little Penguin sometimes. However, I have been taking your advice & trying to expand into new areas and it is always fun to find a great new “everyday” wine. Recently had Ravenswood Lodi Zin for the first time in about 3 years & really enjoyed it. Also have tried my first value ‘05 Bordeaux and really enjoyed. Thanks for helping me enjoy wine even more.
January 4, 2008

Andy
QOTD(& my first posting) –

Wishing Tree, Western Australia, 2005 Shiraz $10

Nice fruit and good finish. Tastes of plum, pepper, and licorice. Good with BBQ — have enjoyed it with hamburgers and sausage. Not a complex wine with depth, but it is reasonably priced and a good buy for what it delivers.

Happy New Year –
Andy
January 4, 2008

Robert F
QOTD: I wouldn’t say I have a “go to” wine. I rarely buy the same wine twice. The wine I have bought the most of, though is probably Hugel’s “Gentil” (usually once every 3 or 4 months at most). Other than that, I almost never buy a wine again unless it REALLY knocks my socks off.
January 4, 2008

CRZYWinemaker
Hey GV ~ Good call on the Rex Goliath, I had to dump it down the drain, seriously, I must be spoiled with the wine I drink, it was undrinkable.

QOTD: My current daily go to wine is L’Ecole No.41, ‘04 Syrah and Cab. Both excellent Washington wines and very enjoyable just by the glass or with food.
January 4, 2008

Robert Howells
QOTD- I have really enjoyed the 2005 Castano Monastrell from Spain. It is a great wine that costs under 10 bones.
January 4, 2008

goirish
QOTD: Mirassou Pinot Noir
January 4, 2008

C.J.
I noticed Gary stealing Jeffrey Davies’ expression “makeup” and using it to describe the Rex Goliath and Excelsior wines…what a hack
January 4, 2008

Mr.Sato
QOTD: Nope, no every day wine in particular. I am constantly buying new bottles of wine to try. The closest I could say is an every day wine is a wine that cost me $10 or less. And I drink a lot of them, just check my wine blog. I think I average 3-5 bottles a week easily, and each is different. That doesn’t even count “events” like tastings and such. I’m like one of those wheat harvesters, but instead of wheat, its bottles of wine. LOL! I guess that makes me a whine-o! I also keep bottles around 12-20 bucks around for more special nights, like when I get all gourmet in the kitchen and come up with a fabulous culinary experience that needs something special in the glass to match. None of this accounts for the special occasion wines, which are usually between 30-50 bones. And then the ones I am keeping until maturity, which are from $10 – $50. I rarely spend more than that… I think QPR is factored exponentially… to get better than say, the 2003 Felsina “Rancia” Chianti Classico we had the other day ($35) start entering the 50 – 80 dollar market, and to get a little better than that you are in the c bills. But from the yummy “every day” $10 or less wines I’ve had to something a bit better, it might only set you back another $5 – $10. Less than 10 bones can get you a 90 point wine… then 20 bucks can get to you to 94… but to hit 95 points, you’re going to have to up the anti by 20 bucks (the Felsini Chianti being an exception to the rule).
January 4, 2008

TomB.
Looking forward to trying some Torrentes as I am in to the Argentinian wine scene.
QOTD: love the Xplorador Carmenere and Cypress Vineyards Cabernet, made by J. Lhor.
January 4, 2008

brookhouser
Gary….I haven’t seen to many shows with 98 to 100 ratings….what about tasting some wines that you remember to be 98+ ratings of different varietals that you have tried and see if they still are….you could call it the classic show….
January 4, 2008

brookhouser
QOTD: piller box red, columbia crest merlot grand estates, panarrox Jumilla, Rosemount vinters reserve, Di Majo Norante all under 10 that are everyday wines for me
January 4, 2008

Todd S
QOTD: The broadest and most accurate answer is “Red”. To narrow it down, #1 Cabernet, #2 Nebbiolo, #3 Sangiovese, then it tapers of quickly with Pinot Noir, Malbec, Shiraz, Merlot…
January 4, 2008

vivaitalia
As far as an everyday wine the 2004 columbia crest grand estates merlot has been my go to because it’s hella delicious and it’s about the only decent wine you can find outside of a wine shop. Seriously, the had four vintages in a row rate 90 points and I hate the rest of them, this one kills it for the price. If I can make it to a shop then there are quite a few inexpensive options. The borsao tres picos and regular crianza are nice. The artazuri garnacha is great as well. Vega sindoa has a few offerings for under $10 that are respectable. As for white wine I love the kumkani chenin blanc and the marchal vouvray. Thanks for trying to bring the values to us Gary!
January 4, 2008

ecola
QOTD: No everyday wine, just whatever I haven’t tasted yet. Does anyone know what channel the Jets game is on this weekend?
January 4, 2008

ktw
QOTD:my everyday wine right now is 2006 Casillero del Diablo Carmenere
January 4, 2008

ChadD.
Wow, I’m crushed…watching your show is always a highlight of my day, but today…I was really excited when I saw you were tasting the Excelsior. I bought two bottles not too long ago and really enjoyed them, but you called it “Sugar and Garbage” are you freaking kidding me? I actually stopped watching.
January 4, 2008

bfrankphoto
QOTD: Four Vines Naked Chard.
January 4, 2008

Drink&Trade
No everday wine. I just pull something new from the racks…. Peju Cab, Chalk Hill Chard, V. Sattui Cab and Zin, Ridge Geyserville, just a lot of Cali style.

I also love the Italians, with Chiantis, Brunellos and Super Tuscans all over the house.

Every new bottle is a god memory for the most part, and like you have said before, it’s always a state of mind, so often, good mood with friends and family equals great wine.
good wine.
January 4, 2008

JamesN.
QOTD;
My everyday wine was the 2002 columbia crest two vives merlot cab, but that has been gone for about a year, and I am still searching for a great QPR that I can buy a case of.
January 4, 2008

Panoca
QOTD: Columbia Crest Merlot Grand Estates 2004, Alamos Malbec 2006 and Pascual Toso malbec 2006
January 4, 2008

Eric Ov
my wife loves to roll with a $10.00 bottle of Sagelands Cabernet, Columbia Valley. I am a bit more of a snob (that’s your fault Gary), but the wine is not a bad effort for ten bones.
January 4, 2008

Kidder
My grocery store standby is 2005 ViÃ±a DoÃ±a Paula Malbec Los Cardos, I think
they raised the price a couple bucks,because I buy all of it up…
January 4, 2008

Brady B.
Great episode. Being a CKC, sub-$10 cabs are clutch.
QotD: Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon Founders Estate 2005, Nine bones in Missouri.

The next bottle I buy will be a cheap torrontes though, so maybe my go-to wine will change.
January 4, 2008

Jason Chu
QOTD: Don’t have any specific type yet.

Hey Gary how about producing an official Wine Library TV wine glass?
January 4, 2008

SkinnySteve
Wanna do something outside the box? Come to Seoul!
January 4, 2008

mislead matt
QOTD: Ravenswood Zinfandel 2005
January 4, 2008

NathanB
First off… Why not come out to Walla walla!! Come on Seattle and Spokane, let’s get G out here.

QOTD: For some reason, I seem to be buying CMS by Hedges whenever I see it in the store. You know the classic situation… Sitting around the dinner table, out of wine, and people are still looking like they could take down another…
January 4, 2008

David
QOTD:

I live in Israel and drink almost exclusively kosher wines, so for my every day drinking, I stick to the lower-priced ($10-12) Galil Mountain wines. I’m getting into a surprisingly good 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon for my red and the 2006 Viognier for my white.
January 4, 2008

Chateau_Plonk
2006 Carchelo Monestrell (the grape known as mourvedre in France) from Jumilla, Spain. $8.99 retail. Killer.
January 4, 2008

MagnumGourmet
QOTD – Unfortunately I am running out of my go to wine.

I purchased a case and a half of Robert Karl Claret (Spokane) about 9 months ago for $20 a bottle because it was so good and I wanted to see how it would drink over time. Well, I am down to 8 bottles left and the next vintage doesn’t come out until March. Must stop drinking it…..But darn it’s good!
January 4, 2008

Yoni Rabkin
QOTD: We don’t have one. Thankfully, we are experimenting with different stuff.
January 4, 2008

Oregon Jim
I vote for a gathering in Walla two! My go to wines are mostly as follows:

I have a fondness for Washington Cab, Syrah, and Merlot.
Columbia Crest is always a good value as are Hyatt, Bernard Griffin, Powers, Preston, Gordon Bros. and many others.

Also there are some good wines from the famous “California” appellation:

I like the ‘05 Twin Fin Merlot, ‘05 Dog House Maxi’s Merlot, and ‘05 Pepperwood Merlot (which I think is largely from Russian River and a total sleeper). But the standout is Laurel Glen’s REDS, a crazy blend from Lodi and at 10.00 it kills.

There are no under $10 Oregon Pinot Noirs anymore, but they are my go to bankruptcy wines!
January 4, 2008

Justin L Ove
I’m really enjoying some cheap bordeaux’s I’ve been testing recently. They are much more complex and “real” then the cali wines I started with.
January 4, 2008

YoungDave
I’m officially a “fan” of WLTV in the Facebook world…

QOTD: I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I never buy the same bottle twice (unless it’s for a gift for a friend or to bring to a “social gathering” of sorts, so that I know what I’m “bringing to the table”) so I DO NOT have a everyday go-to wine to have around the house. I don’t think my “PAL” would appreciate the redundancy.
January 4, 2008

Gabriel
QOFD:

Everyday wines? What, you calling me a lush or something, Gary? ;p

But, seriously folks, there isn’t much going on here wine-wise. If you asked me my everyday tea, it would probably be some countryside green tea I’m drinking. Wine. I guess it would be mostly stuff from Argentina and South America. They sell a lot of wine over here.

You should definitely go over to NC for your wine travel. Check out the Scuppernong dessert wines they have; sorta over the top with the sweetness but that’s how we like things in the South.

I’m from NC but living in China.
January 4, 2008

The Lukas
QOTD:
I’m still trying new things. I rarely buy the same wine twice, even if i really like it.
So i don’t have an everyday wine, and i doubt i will for a while.

Loved the episode Gary,
Sorry i haven’t been leaving comments for a week or so. This will change.
January 4, 2008

Tom L
Vineyards in the ghetto? C’mon? Thanks for explaining the non-vintage wines though. More education please!!!

Disappointing (but still good) show from a QPR perspective. Haven’t seen many QPRs recently. I’m hoping you concentrate on QPR wines this coming year. Make it your New Year’s resolution (what is it by the way) to find at least one thunder QPR per week.

QOTD: My everyday wine switches off between Rancho Zabacho Heritage Zinfindel and Veramonte Primus 2004 (a delicious QPR from Chile) that I couldn’t get at WL.
January 4, 2008

omie
QOTD: Reds from California. Mostly Merlot. However, I do buy lots of other wines to try out, especially those that I find interesting from watching your show.
January 4, 2008

MR. C
On board for a few months
just steppin out for the first time. Chicago IL
Have been diggin Malbec lately Argentina Pascual Tosos (I think Paul Hobbs is involved some how or another) $8.69 usd, $96 bones for a case.
Cheers
January 4, 2008

theAaronC
I’m now Fan’d up on Facebook. Thanks for the non-vintage explanation, great info.

QotD:
Red: Walnut Crest Cabernet Sauvingnon 2005
white: Yellow Tail Chardonnay
January 4, 2008

MB Dallas
Since I started watching the show, I don’t have an everyday wine. Every time we pick-up wine, I try to look for something I haven’t tried before.

Prior to WLTV, go to wines were Orvietto Classico or Pinot Grigio for white, and Australian Shiraz for red.
January 4, 2008

Ryan D
QotD: The Les Arnevels Cabernet/Syrah featured on free.winelibrary.com was excellent for the $5 per bottle it was offered and I bought a half case the last time it went on sale.
January 4, 2008

C.J.
Just noticed that GV had a very big Yakov Smirnoff look about him when he rocked the full beard in past episodes (#159). Grow the beard back GV!

In America, you catch a cold.
In Soviet Russia, cold catches you!
In America, you can always find a party.
In Soviet Russia, the Party finds you!
January 4, 2008

Evan
QotD: Pillar box red, or any 10 dollar left bank bordeaux. depends what mood I am in old or new world.
January 4, 2008

Michael Y
QOTD: nope, something different almost every time.
January 4, 2008

pawncop
I do not have at present an everyday go wine as you described. I am concentrating on Sauvignon Blancs as I enjoy those the most at this time.
January 4, 2008

TxBigD
Great epi, GV!

QOTD: This year (3 days) it’s been FOLIE A DEUX MENAGE A TROIS
January 4, 2008

jason
QOTD: i really don’t have an everyday wine. actually for the “everyday” i am searching the under 15 dollar bordeaux and bordeaux superior section of 2005. i am finding some nice ones. basically looking for something that will do real well in 5 years. also some “borgogne” in the same range.
January 4, 2008

NC Carl
Would love to see a Vayniac party in the NC. Bring the Thunder and we’ll bring the pallets.

QOTD – McLaren Vale
January 4, 2008

brorjace
QOTD: Spanish reds under 10 bucks mostly. I’m finding that Garnacha and Tempranillo are pretty hard to screw up, even if they get a little fruit crazy sometimes. The value is always very good.
January 4, 2008

Cliff and Darcey
YUP … another GREAT show! And NOW, G V-N-Ch, how about a show with some of those OTHER great $8 values that you mentioned in today’s show?! Pick your very favorite four cheapies and build a show around them! We would all sure appreciate it, especially those of us, like me, that make less than 30K, because we TRULY need QPR wines that rock for everyday quaffers, and if they rock AND bring the THUNDER, then those wines are wines we simply MUST know about. ‘Nuff said!

QOTD: Navarrita Merlot … once it opens up it is a wonderful everyday wine (let it breathe for three hours at least and you’re off!); better than most sub $20 wines, and at one point WL had it for about $6, though regularly about $8. The best value I’ve found, and one of the few that I add to each case I buy from WL.

THANKS GV for this great service, your wonderful Vaynerblog, VaynerVid. Darcey and I are most grateful.
January 4, 2008

Bill Weye
I don’t have an everyday wine per se, but I do have requirements: has to be under $12, has to be interesting (mostly old world, because that’s how I roll), AND I for the most part, I haven’t tried it before.

In fact, when I have guests I’m much more likely to have tried the wine I’m serving. I want a guaranteed hit when I have guests.
January 4, 2008

SaraMHCRU
Great episode – I’ve seen some of those wines around and am always wondering about the vast array of 6-12 dollar wines out there.

Even though I try to buy lots of different wines and don’t keep a large quantity of any one particular bottle around, I am a big fan of the Cline 2005 Zinfandel and would probably settle on that as my “everyday wine.” I also have been buying a rose from Languedoc called Chateau la Roque, which is pretty decent stuff for six bucks.
January 4, 2008

Pete W
QOTD: Whatever is open.
January 4, 2008

Tom G.
QOTD: I don’t drink wine daily, as my “just-graduated-from-college-and-have-student-loans” budget doesn’t quite allow for it, but my normal dinner wine has been the ‘04 and/or ‘05 Hecula Monastrell. Amazing QPR.
January 4, 2008

Brian
Lancatay Malbec 2003 from Huarpe wines
January 4, 2008

Gooch
I agree Yellow Tail is not very good EXCEPT their ‘05 Reserve Shiraz is actually good…a little over the top but a lot of character and enjoyable for only $11…..number seventy something on WS top 100 list for ‘07…
January 4, 2008

cpeiss
Bodegas Terrazas de los Andes Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina or Concha Y Toro Casillero del Diablo Shiraz from Chile
January 4, 2008

joe p
C-A-R-O-L-I-N-A, C-A-R-O-L-I-N-A, C-A-R-O-L-I-N-A. Would love it if you would come to North Carolina. make sure it is to the triangle area. Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. Great resturants and wonderful people who love wine. Please come and visit1
January 4, 2008

E Sums
NC would be amazing, but what would be even better would be if you came to VIRGINIA!!!!
January 4, 2008

Ricky B.
QOTD- Don’t really have an everyday wine, which is part of the fun of having a lot of wine. Going down to the cellar to pick something to drink is always one of the highlights of my day.
January 4, 2008

DavidB
QOTD – I dont really have a particular region or varietal. For the past 1-32 yrs we have been drinking what ever seems to be a good QPR no matter what it is. We used to go to wine tastings in the area and bring home a couple from that, but lately I pop into our local wine store bull sh*&^t with the guys/gals and ask what is new or what they like at the moment for a reasonable price…Of course I also buy from our “local” Wine Library on line.

Of late, loads of Rhone wines….)
January 4, 2008

Mark Neustadt
QOTD: Mark West Pinot Noir – Easy drinking, easy to enjoy, very reasonably priced
January 4, 2008

Todd Smith
It’s been Grower Champagnes since New Years, but I’m gonna have to go back to some Godello or Pouilly Fume soon.
January 4, 2008

Wade
I must suggest the Seaman’s Chapel in Port Newark/Elizabeth for a NY/NJ Vayniac meeting. GV, you could bill it as: Kermit Lynch meets Jean Genet, or something like that. I’ll bring a couple of burly minimum security convicts on probation and some handsome long shoremen.

I don’t really have an everyday wine. On non-wine drinking days, I consume swill to keep my constitution in balance. On days when I cook something decent or those times when I’m feeling particularly apocalyptic and I’ve purchased a family-sized kishka for me alone, I guess I prefer Rhones.
January 4, 2008

jason carey
I don’t really have one, because there is so much great stuff out there to try, that I could drink 30 great cheap wines a day for the rest of my life and still not drink everything.. however my favorite wine I have been drinking a case of is Luddite Merlot from Coster Vineyard in Sonoma.. I also love the Garrigue Cotes du Rhone 2006
January 4, 2008

salvarore
Dear A. H. (That’s you Gary !!)

Jets 4 and 12

Patriots 16 and 0

When you throw crap—- you usually get some on you!

I’ll see you at the Boston Wine Expo—- I’ll be bringing a bucket of crap to toss at you; so wear a rain coat!! You’ll know me.. I’ll be wearing the Patriot raingear!

I’m drinking Pinot Noir as my every day wine………. It’s suppose to have the highest level of Reservatrol, a powerful antioxidant, good for the arteries.Suppossidly Oregan Pinots have the highest levels; then come the french Pinots.
January 4, 2008

salvatore
You got me so bad, I can’t even spell my own name!
January 4, 2008

J.D.
Lately it was mainly Austrian Blaufraenkisch wines from various winemakers in the Burgenland wine region. Not the top-class ones but rather the basic wines. The 2002s and 2003s are at their best know and I still have lots in my cellar. Good for me. At $10-15 bones they are really great value. Otherwise there is always some Cotes du Rhone and Italian Lagrein wines at hand. Nice and easy-to drink wines for every occasion. Lately I am also tasting some Cahors wines if I can find them. I really like the old-world Malbec style. It doesn’t always have to be from Argentina.
January 4, 2008

salvatore
Dearest Gary…….

Jets 4 and 12

Patriot’s 16 and 0

When you throw crap; you usually get some on you!

I’ll see you at the Boston Wine Expo— You’ll recognize me because I’ll be wearing Patriot’s raingear carrying a bucket of crap to toss.

Been drinking Pinot Noir; allegedly the highest levels of the antioxident, reservatrol. Oregan boasts the absolute highest levels; then French Pinots. Reservatrol is suppose to keep the arteries clear.

I’ve been drinking Rex Goliath Pinot; because it’s the lowest priced spread for Pinots around here. It is a little fakie fake. But hey… the price works for every day drinking Pinot!
January 4, 2008

Andy
Good ep G — You need to plan a Vayniac party in NC dude … Good vino and NC BBQ sounds like a thundering experience… We can a good ole down home Pigpickin… teach you yankee boys a good time

QOTD– right now its MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noir… good stuff
January 4, 2008

Matt N.
Have been trying more new wines lately but the go-to everyday “cheap” wine is definitely the Pillar Box Red. Incredible value for the overall enjoyment you get out of it.
January 4, 2008

G. Francis
I go to my my old time favorite Turley Zin. But I’m liking that Bellevue I picked up before Christmas. Been through a few bottles. Not bad…!!! Hits you hard on the nose though…. like n old shovel you found in the basement that has all rust and clumps of dirt on it. Ya know Gary..!
January 4, 2008

Mario Salas
QOTD: Everyday wine for me is the Dobbin Lane line-up. I think every other response I leave on the forums mentions this winery. Only 8 bones per bottle and you definately get your money’s worth per bottle. Cabernet took a gold medal at the 2005 Orange County Fair and the Merlot is an awesome value. Not a big fan of the Chardonnay, but it goes well with fried chicken and fish n chips.
January 4, 2008

SoCal
QOTD: Go to lately has been Bordeaux
January 4, 2008

Tom B
QOTD: “Go To” wine changes often. Right now, Alamos Malbec (Seleccion).
January 4, 2008

Matt N.
Also Hedges CMS (Washington). Great QPR
January 4, 2008

JeffC
NORTH CAROLINA, YES!!! count me in. I’m a transplant from Kingston, NY and have been here in the Raleigh area (Cary), for 15 years. Would love to see you and some of the Vayniac crew here this year.

QOTD: Everyday (weekends), go to wines have been lately from Argentia. Mendoza Valley for the most part. Malbec, Chardonnay from Alamos. Also some wines under the Crios label from Susan Balbo. I will be adding Torontes to the short list also.

Great show Gary. How about your top 50 wines (Red, White, Pink) for under $10 list? Also, how do we get one your WLTV Big-Ass Glasses, along with our Mott Link it Up T-shirt?
January 4, 2008

Mark
Altos de Luzon, 2005. Great balance and mouth feel.
January 4, 2008

Bill H
make the link it up mott shirt

gary i hope that smelling that last wine was a once and a while thing and that the sniffy-sniff was not something of 07. that’s awesome that you’re coming to boston and i’ll look for the guy giving out link it up mott shirts (or wristbands?!?!) at the expo.

qotd – no go to wine since I started watching the thunder show, I don’t even think I’ve bought the same bottle twice. although i do have a restaurant/bar I go to usually about 2 nights a week and after trying every wine they offer by the glass I find myself coming back to this languedoc blend I’ve enjoyed
January 4, 2008

wayno da wino
Yo Gee…WHAAAZ ZUUUUUUUUUUUUUP !!?!
Dat Cartlidge & Brown Cab sounds like a great everyday/party/CKC wine!!
Gotta try somma dat….

QOTD: A “go-to everyday” wine ?? Don’t really have ONE. Always like
to vary it up. That’s what makes Wine sooo much Fun !!!
January 4, 2008

Kevin C
I like the variety so I rarely have more than two bottles of the same wine on hand. For my white go to:

Domaine Pichot Le Peu de la Moriette Vouvray

For red:

Laurel Glen Reds – predominantly Zinfandel, although teh 2006 has zin, petite syrah and carignane in equal proportions
January 4, 2008

billr
QOTD: Germany………the sweeter the better…
January 4, 2008

Bigapablo
Shiraz and I usually stay in Australia, but my supply is getting low.
January 4, 2008

Dave from VA
QOTD: Wish I did, trying to find it….
January 4, 2008

Nat_RH
Another vote for the Triangle-area in North Carolina!!

See you in a couple of months.

North Carolina Newbie
January 4, 2008

mikeymoaz
qotd…… Layercake Shiraz is the bang
January 4, 2008

GregStefos
My wife and I have pasta often, and like DaVinci Toscana Chianti.
January 4, 2008

Markus
QOTD – Alsace Pinot Noirs
January 4, 2008

Scott Paparella
QOTD: New Hope Winery’s 2006 Chardonnay
January 4, 2008

Jordanimo
You should definately come to nc. I know at least three people besides me who love the show. I work in wine retail and drop your name alot when selling wines. I have enjoyed all of your recommendations that I have tried so far.

QOTD: Douros and daos are my everyday wines, for the great prices and extreme drinkability.
January 4, 2008

Ibrake4wine
QOTD – I like Chateau Sovereign. Can usually get this for about 14 bones. I do not drink everyday but I find it can provide good QPR year in and year out. Also a big fan of Fransciscan ($17), Mondavi Napa is back the last few years and can score this for $18 locally. Oh I almost, forgot I also enjoy the Falesco Vatiano always good for $8.

Cheers
January 4, 2008

Flamenco Girl
Susan instructed me to post my interest in a get together in NC with Gary. I am all for it. Asheville is lovely place to visit, and I wouldn’t have to travel I have to admit the coast is nice as well. Hope it is not too late for my vote!

Johanna
January 4, 2008

joel delon
Gary you’re in really good mental shape !
QOFD : a languedoc wine !
January 4, 2008

Thom
QOTD; Abundance Shiraz
January 4, 2008

Boog
Hey, when Mott links it up, he should put TARGET=”_blank” so that it opens a new window and your site stays open also.
Which reminds me, you have GOT to make a “Mott Link It UP!” T-Shirt. Just make sure you offer it in XXXL for Fat A$$es like me.
You gotta get on those Boston Wine Expo people. They do not show you as an exhibitor.
QOTD: White – C&T Cellars Chardonnay
QOTD: Red – Armida Winery Poizin
January 4, 2008

Social Project Brian
Boog, sign my petition then, for the Link It Up, Mott! tee!

http://www.petitiononline.com/bri1970/

Because you, and a little bit of me, we’re trying to change the apparel world.
January 4, 2008

Trey
Come on down to NC maybe you can hang with Eric Solomon should be no problem getting a crowd
January 4, 2008

Siggi from Iceland
QOTD: I have to say that my everyday wine now are Crianza from Spain. Rioja, Ribera Del Duaro or Toro.
January 4, 2008

Scott F
QOTD: Everyday wine right now has been the Dona Paula Malbec, 2005. Its affordable and absoultely delicious.
January 4, 2008

Capt M
Try the Chateau Musar – Lebanon. Cool episode. QOTD: Trumpeter (Familia Rutini) Malbec-Syrah
January 4, 2008

ScottB
Lately the everyday wines in the house have been various Spanish Reds, and a cuple Aussies (Layer Cake Shiraz and Pillar Box come to mind). Two to three years ago I didnt like much coming out of Spain, but recently I have found several wines in the $10-$15 that have been great – not too expensive but offering something interesting.
January 4, 2008

Bill in Dublin OH
QOTD: Jacobs Creek Reserve shiraz, Ridge Three Valleys zin, or Columbia Crest Grand Estates merlot… Can’t narrow it down to just one.
January 4, 2008

Kipp Bodnar
Gary you must come to North Carolina. I promise i will be there if you through a bash!!!!! I am in Raleigh…. location hint hint…
January 4, 2008

LeatherPalate
Whatever goes well with what i’m cooking that day. I WANT TO TRY EVERYTHING…
January 4, 2008

TeresaK
I live in NC and would love to come to the NC event….

Teresa
January 4, 2008

Obama_Man
Gary, I better be getting a shout-out!

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QOTD: The Sainte Leocadie is great, I LOVE the Black Pig Albarino, and Argentina Malbecs or Spanish/Portugese wines have been great as every day drinkers!

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January 4, 2008

Jayhitek
QOTD: Coppola Claret or Los Vascos
January 4, 2008

Rob P
I don’t have a go-to wine, but I’ve been looking for one. The specific ones I’ve been considering are Pillar Box or Panarroz Jumilla. I would also consider a Cotes du Rhone (Domaine La Garrigue possibly) or a Barbera. I have to say I have RARELY drank the same bottle twice in the past 8 months.
January 4, 2008

Chippewamike
QOTD: Washington wines–Columbia Crest
January 4, 2008

Barry
You should have tasted Ray’s Station!!!
January 4, 2008

Barry
QOTD: Franciscan Cab.
January 4, 2008

Michael Z
QOTD: Edna Valley 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon from San Luis Obispo/Paso Robles – great cab for $10-12
January 4, 2008

ryan
Try to shy away from a house wine, as that is boring, but I picked up a six pack of Chateau Helene Corbieres Penelope 2003 from the Languedoc a while back, and that will be my house wine until it is gone…
January 4, 2008

New World Wayne
Facebook hmmmm – sounds like another potential Molleydooker slam
January 4, 2008

Big Daddy
another vote for Washington – Columbia Crest for the go-to-everyday-drinking sort of vineyard. I like the reds, especially Two Vines, and also enjoy their sparkling wines.
January 4, 2008

life's too short...
QOTD: I keep running running out of my go to wine! Apparently, I went to it too often. . .
January 4, 2008

Angelo NQR
Beer is my everyday wine at the moment. It’s summer in Australia at the moment. Nice crisp ale does well at the moment.
January 4, 2008

Marls
For $6, a recent discovery for me: 2005 “Charamba” Douro Portugal
January 4, 2008

Marls
Whoops forgot to mention that “Charamba” is made from Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional, the red grape kind yea!
January 4, 2008

The Virginian
QOTD: My favorite everyday wine is Rapahanack Red from Hartwood Winery. It is a semi-dry Chambourcin that goes with anything.
January 4, 2008

The Original Marc
QOTD: Don’t have one. “Everyday wine” is more of an idea of price to me than type of wine or area or varietal. So I would maybe say I consider anything under $15 (wine is more expensive here in Iowa) that I’m not absolutely pumped for to be my “everyday wines.”
January 4, 2008

Ben F
Gary what about a Party in Philadelphia?

Any I no longer have an everyday, I am really trying buy different things every time i go shop. but my every day varietal is Cab or merlot…
January 4, 2008

redmon
my fav every day drinker this year has to be the chateua pesquie “les Terrasses” – silky smooth, and tastes way more like a $20 bottle than a $10 bottle.
January 4, 2008

G Francis
Sorry to hear about your friend Gary!!
January 4, 2008

GR8wine
QOTD: No everyday wine. I have such a back log of different wines to drink that it’s practically a different wine every day. Keeps it exciting and interesting. I love to explore.
January 4, 2008

Jadielady
I always listen a day behind, but I’m pretty sure this is the episode where you asked if people would like you to come to NC.
Well, I’m from VA but I would definitely drive to see you, and I know of at least one other Vanyiac who would too!

Besides, my parents’ across the street neighbor want to make wine, and have this super awesome bumper sticker.
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f288/jadie_lady/IMG_0087.jpg
January 4, 2008

AJ
my goto wine is a Faustino VII Rioja -don’t know if you’ve tried it, or how available it is in the states, but it’s no to expensive here in Ireland (about 18 of your bones)
January 4, 2008

Kevin
QOTD: I’m really leaning hard towards ‘anything old world’. Fruit bombs seduced me, but now I’m a) kinda tired of them and b) not so impressed on how they take food on. So I’m into a mix of Rhone, Loire, Bordeaux, and Burgundy right now.
January 4, 2008

Rick
Where in NC? if reasonable I’ll come from Myrtle Beach
January 4, 2008

DARREL LAS VEGAS
NO go to wines ! just go to bottles.
January 4, 2008

KyBoy
Gary,

Great info on the “non-vintage” reds. I knew that sparkling wines did this, but didn’t know that reds did. This explains a lot. Red Truck does this as well and is widely popular. Thanks for the insight.
January 4, 2008

Susan
Gary- I don’t think we will have a shortage of Vayniacs for your NC offline!!!!!!
January 4, 2008

Rick
Awaiting moderation?…splain
My current everyday…insomuch as I do not own a wine store anymore-Bay Bridge Cab Sav the best at $34.32 a case…but weekends are saved for Meritage
January 4, 2008

sarah & L
Hogue Genesis Cabernet
January 4, 2008

pete c
QOTD- wine of the day? Explore the universe of wine. So many grapes…so little time.
January 4, 2008

David
my go to wine is luis m. martini cabernet sauvignon napa valley, or a sterling vinyards chardonnay. and you haven’t approved my myspace friend request.
January 4, 2008

kahy
Please come to the triangle area.
qotd Because of you I am always trying new things. People think I know so much because I am always trying wines they never heard of. Most of my peeps stick to the basics but trying to get them watching you
January 4, 2008

Marcus Mendelson
My most common wine nowadays… 2005 Agustinos Winemaker’s Selection Cabernet/Carmenere (Chile). Nothing spectacular and probably falls under the over oaked category, but interesting pepper and dark fruit despite the powerful vanilla. Smooth, full bodied and the best wine for under $20 in Seoul, though the selection here leaves something (a lot) to be desired.
January 4, 2008

Cookiedds
QOTD: My everyday wine right now has been affordable (under $30) Napa and Washington Cabs. I dedicated December as “Give Merlot another Chance Month”, it was kind of fun with more than a few winners in the bunch. Tonight I actually opened an $8.00 bottle of Francis Coppola’s 2005 “Rosso” which is one of the better sub $10 fruitgazims I’ve had in a while.
January 5, 2008

PiperJS
QOTD: No specific “go-to” wine right now. I guess in general I’d say I’m apt to choose a Zinfandel or an Australian shiraz if I’m shopping… but really, I’ve been unpredictable with my choices lately.
January 5, 2008

onemore
QOTD: My everyday wines lately are Spanish reds (monastrell, garnacha, and/or tempranillo) and Cote du Rhone wines. Normally I’d pick up CdP or those Bordeaux merlots I love so much but, well, I’m trying to drink less of that stuff than wines from other places this year.

Hmm… after watching this episode, I have an urge to play the original Legend of Zelda. Ah, the memories.
January 5, 2008

Mason
QOTD: I don’t really have a “go to” wine at the moment, but at one point, I was rolling with the Banfi Centine.
January 5, 2008

burkekr
Greensboro, NC!
January 5, 2008

JimmyP
Dude…come to NC!!! I live in central VA and would drive to c u!! Anyhoot…my everyday wine is Bonterra organic Cabernet Sauvignon…about $13. Throughout the week I sometimes switch out with their organic Merlot…or a red that you’ve reviewed/recommended.
January 5, 2008

Susan
QOTD: Don’t really have a ‘Go To Wine’ at the moment. Trying to break out of the box and drink new a different varietals!!!!
January 5, 2008

Susan
Gary-Please tell me you want to come to Charlotte to see The Carolina Panthers Stadium and The Charlotte Bobcats Stadium and the new baseball stadium that is not done yet………..
January 5, 2008

Pastore
QOTD: Sangiovese in all of its iterations. Just a smooth, easy drinking, very flavorful red.
January 5, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
I live full-time in VA Beach so Raleigh or Cary is only a 4 hour drive. My go to wines are Spain, Portugal, and Southern France.
January 5, 2008

Derek
QOTD: I have been drinking Chateau LA CARDONNE 2000 in half bottle, very nice wine!!
January 5, 2008

BiggMakk
QOTD: I am trying to single handedly keep the Missouri Wine industry in business so I drink Missouri Norton, Chardonel, Seyval, St. Vincent, Vignoles, Chambourcin, Vidal Blanc, some fruit wines, and some others.
January 5, 2008

sobojosh
QOTD: I dont like buying the same bottle twice… but! Right now it is Veramonte Primus.
January 5, 2008

JonathanB
So fay my everyday wine has been Cycles Gladiator Syrah 2005 although I’m thinking of switching to something more like Twenty Rows Grappler or Aiguilhe Querre 2004.
January 5, 2008

Darrin
Hey Gary,

My everyday wine is Kuleto Estate 2004 Sangiovese followed closely by the Kuleto Estate 2004 Syrah…..

Take care,

Darrin
January 5, 2008

Kwan
Gary, bring it to NC. The fans will be out in full force (with possibly some imports from neighboring states)
January 5, 2008

msb2ncsu
Gary, you have to come to North Carolina! You can see the grounds where Jets stud Jerricho Cotchery set records for the Wolfpack, taste pork the way it was meant to be prepared (Eastern NC style BBQ), see a hockey team that is much better than the Devils, and visit what has been voted as the #1 place for singles and young adults (the Triangle area). Besides, every from New jersey ends up living in North Carolina anyways.

QOTD: Dog Ridge “WV” Chardonnay is our go-to white. Wynn’s “Black Label” Cab and Ruffino “Il Leo” for our reds.
January 5, 2008

Dean Gray
QOTD: cristalino NV brut – num.
January 5, 2008

Susan
Gary-Are we gettin’ close?????????????????????????????????????
January 5, 2008

Mike In SLO
QOTD – Fess Parker Lot series or the Bishops Peak Red. (When not “trying new things” of course)
January 5, 2008

Henning
QOTD: no specific wine. but syrah/shiraz more often then before.
January 5, 2008

TennLee
QoTD: 2003 El Coto Rioja
January 5, 2008

Harley Stan
Great show, I saw the Rex Goliath the other day and passed on it, looks like my wine intuition was working.
QOTD- Lately the everyday wine has been the Ercavio Tempranillo, everybody who I have given a bottle to has loved it and are suprised it is only 8 bones
January 5, 2008

David
QOTD: I am a big fan of Malbec. California and France are my favorites but have them from Argentina as well.
January 5, 2008

cpd
QOTD: Justin ‘05 Cabernet Sauvignon…until I run out, of course.
January 6, 2008

Wiley Reilly
QOTD – Thanks to the Thunder Show…everyday = Mas des Chimeres Languedoc…as expected very similar to grenache blends from Spain…rustic yet fruity, food compatible…for an old world newbie like myself, it’s a great bridge between new world fruit bombs and old world country side wholesomeness on the farm. WONDERFUL…Thanks GARY!!!
January 6, 2008

J Hartfiel
The go to currently look like Argintina,Chile, Spain, and Cali. Mostly Cab Sav and or Malbec. Tempranillo are starting to grow on though.
January 6, 2008

Aldownunder
Leaning towards the pinots with the heat here in Sydney, really enjoying the Kooyong and Ashton Hills i just picked up…
January 6, 2008

James Williams
You should come to North Carolina!

I’d go.
January 6, 2008

John Lunsford
Come to NC!
January 6, 2008

Captainranman
QOTD: I really like Two Shilling Red from The Williamsburg Winery. I could definitely stand to have a case of that available.
January 6, 2008

Jim in Atlanta
QOTD – Don’t have a go to wine right now. Taking your advice and trying lots of different things.
January 6, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Good Show!

Q: I am always trying new stuff, it drives my wife crazy sometimes. However, I seem to be drinking a lot of wine from all over Italy.
January 6, 2008

FT in FC
QOTD: Falseco Vitano Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Sangiovese. I know that ratings don’t matter, but this $10 wine consistently scores 88 – 91 pts. It’s a nice wine and at this price you can buy it by the case.
January 6, 2008

Ohio Bruce
Valley of the Moon Cuvee de la Luna 2002. Very smooth, goes with many different foods.
January 6, 2008

AmandaM
QOTD: If I’m not feeling adventurous, I’ll go for a nice Riesling, usually German. But I like to kind of shoot from the hip and try new things whenever I go to the store. Sometimes it ends up being really bad, but that’s kind how things go sometimes.
January 6, 2008

AmandaM
Oh ya, and I’m so excited you’re coming to Boston. I look forward to seeing you there! It’s gonna be a fun weekend, for sure.
January 6, 2008

Dan-o
Because I am a man of all seasons…

Winter – White – Chardonnay (various), Red – Rhone varietals
Spring – White – Riesling (various), Red – Merlot
Summer – White – Sauv Blanc, Albarino, Red – Chinon, Pinot Noir
Fall – White – Chardonnay, Red – Cabernet/Bordeaux

Look forward to seeing you in Boston!
January 6, 2008

MarkR
Les Hauts De La Brune 2005 Coteaux du Languedoc has been a nice little everyday and quite the steal at 9 bones.
January 6, 2008

nougat
QOTD: This changes a lot for me because there really is such a thing as vintage variation, even in warm cliamtes – for whites it is the Spy Valley (NZ) Sauvignon Blanc. For reds it used to be the Bodegas Nieto Malbec ($7 thank you very much) but I am switching to The Alamos Malbec from Catena ($8 thanks again).
January 7, 2008

Matt
Good show Gar, my pal and i enjoied it!

QOTD: its more like a go-to place than a go-to wine for me. I am still working my way through the hundreds of wineries (and wines) from the Napa/Sonoma valley areas. However, lately i have been venturing in to the French wines – mainly the ones you talk about.
January 7, 2008

VinoVixen
GV: Nothing is finer than Carolina! Come on down…we will take good care of you.
January 7, 2008

Chris Davis
QOTD – If i an indecisive i tend to flock towards Spanish Rioja/Temp
January 7, 2008

John S
Everyday wine – honestly love a variety but if i had to pcik one everyday Cab i would turn too would be the 2005 J Lohr only… $11.99. Under $20 it would be the 75 Wine Company $15.99
January 7, 2008

Wave
OMG! First post in post in months.
QOD- Very difficult to find many CDR’s in Maui. Always my first choice. But forced to have a everyday wine it has got to be the under $10 Columbia Crest Wines. Merlot, Two Vines Shiraz, and Cab-Merlot.LOTS of bang for the buck.
And Gary, Sorry about those Jets buddy!!!
January 7, 2008

GrapeStuff
Good ep GV
January 7, 2008

Palmer
QOTD: my everyday wines right now (until I run out) are:
2006 Koehler Riesling Santa Ynez Valley
2006 Black Pig Albarino Rias Baixas
NV Tantara T. Solomon Wellborn Pinot Noir
all the Rhone Rebels
January 7, 2008

David Mick
NC NC NC NC NC NC We are here! Come on down!
January 7, 2008

Dorothy
QOTD: Ercavio–and I have the Thunder Show to thank for this one.
January 7, 2008

sfgiants55
The great thing about everyday wine is that it’s cheap. Why would you pigeon yourself to one grape or label? If it’s cheap, it should be cheap to have a varietal. I’d hate to let this one loose, but we love the Dr. Loosen L Riesling. It’s the best damn deal I’ve found in a really really really really really long time. Goes so well with a ton of different food and it’s 7.99. Other than that, I buy Ercavio, Kenwood Pinot Noir, and Pillar box.
January 7, 2008

Wine Surfer
I was happy to see Excelsior Cabernet on the program today – that is a nice sub-$10 wine that a lot of restaurants have on their list and for very good reason in my opinion. However, I was a little upset to see you pan it as you did. I agree with you that good values can be found in the Rhone, and in the South of France, but, a cab at this price, with the texture and flavor profile that it provides at this price… I don’t know how you can do anything but sing its praises. I am a lurker! But this is my coming out party!!! I am Wine Surfer – hear me roar! I plan to comment on your shows from now on so be prepared for some “thunder”. BTW, thanx for the wristband – I do appreciate it.
January 7, 2008

Gunman
QOTD: Everyday wines

RED
* Cotes Du Rhone — e.g., Parallele “45″, Saint Cosme
* Malbec — e.g., Rutini

WHITE
* NZ Sauvignon Blanc — e.g., Kim Crawford
* Whatever new style I haven’t tried — e.g., Savennieres, Graves, Gavi
January 7, 2008

JayZee
QOTD: I don’t have any “everyday” wine because I am fortunate enough to have a substantial stock on hand. If I had to pick a “default” wine, it would probably be a Spanish red wine since I have a large number of them that I like that roll in under $20 a bottle.
January 7, 2008

Rock n Roll Andy
I don’t have a go to wine. I have been drinking every 2005 Bordeaux I can find up to 30 bones lately. For the most part, you are right about the QPR. Good Juice!!! Usually I just try different wines as much as possible.
January 8, 2008

Mick
Raleigh, NC would LOVE to have you come and visit!
January 8, 2008

Stacy
There IS a fan base for you in NC. Also, consider the quality and not just the quantity!
January 8, 2008

Ina V-G
QOTD: For whites – Kim Crawford Sauv Blanc; For reds – The $20-something cabs from Louis Martini.
January 8, 2008

Alex
NC is reppin… come on down
January 8, 2008

Kerry C. in Maui
QOTD: I have been having too much fun trying different wines to have one everyday wine. However, Chile and Argentina are the areas I have been tasting most regularly!
January 8, 2008

Lindsey
QOTD: I donÂ´t keep a lot of wine at home, but I do drink wine often at bars and usually ask for a Ribera del Duero. Pinna Fidelis is widely available here and easy to drink.

When I was in the US, El Coto (Rioja) was an inexpensive tempranillo that I enjoyed quite often.
January 8, 2008

Matthew L
QOTD: My go to wine(s) is usually a Rhone varietal blend. I’m partial to Grenach/Syrah/Mourvedre blends (such as the Whistler Black Piper GSM you turned me on to, or Mas de Guiot Grenache/Syrah).
January 8, 2008

Peter
Hey Gary, greetings from Belgium.
Two mildly priced wines I enjoy are:
El Coto Rioja – Spain 5 euros (7,5 dollars)
Las casas del toqui – Chili 3,5 euros (5,25 dollars)
January 8, 2008

Andy Drinkard
QOTD: I’ve gotta say Chiantis are my everyday wines at the moment. There are some good cheapish ones.
January 8, 2008

ClingF18
Come on down to Wilmington, NC. Great beaches and awesome restaurants. Love the show. Need to shed my lurker status!
QOTD: Value driven Aussie shiraz and Rhones!
January 8, 2008

scc
Come to NC!
January 8, 2008

Colin
GV – QOTD – I’m digging Cline Mourvedre as of late, for a quaffer. Am I caught up yet on shows?!
January 8, 2008

Badger Ann
QOTD: New Zealand is my go-to location right now for bottles under $20. Especially for sauvignon blanc, but I am really starting to enjoy the pinot noir too.
January 8, 2008

Chris
QOTD-

JanKris (Paso Robles) Crossfire

Cab/Merlot/Syrah blend, 17 bucks. Great wine for my palate.
January 8, 2008

John Blue Label
GV,
You will receive a warm welcome in NC. It will be worth the trip!!!
JWB
January 8, 2008

CHATrBox
Nice show today. It’s always important to look at those quality bargain wines that allow wine drinkers the opportunity to stock up on something good…or stay away from wines that aren’t. Especially Cab, which are more difficult to find as inexpensive options than most.

QOTD: Being from Washington State, there are some great bargain wine options that I often stock up on – Columbia-Crest Grand Estate Reds, Barnard Griffin Tulip (label) Reds, & Chateau Ste. Michelle Whites, just to name a few.
January 8, 2008

Kim Schroeder
QOD: My go to wines are J.Lohr Chardonnay, A to Z Pinot Gris, Ravenswood Zin and still looking for that ‘go to wine’ Cab-Sav .
January 8, 2008

Jestre
Good show, and come on down to North Carolina! We’ll provide the bucket…
January 8, 2008

dz
Gary, Go to red wine at the moment is the Markham Merlot ‘04 which you should have on the thunder show. This wine I drank everyday by the glass on vacation in Hawaii and enjoyed with everything from fish to steak. I don’t think any Ca. Cab under $20 can give this kind of class and balance. For whites I like the ‘06 Villa Maria S.B., great wine, beautiful package and Jean Marc Brocard Bourgogne Kimmeridgian ‘05, bone dry Chardonnay that demands to be drank at cool room temperature and will only get better with time.
January 8, 2008

trynew86
everyday wine…Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Private Select…and i can honestly say in the 5 months i’ve been drinking wine correctly i have not found a full white wine i truly enjoy. suggestions? thanks
January 8, 2008

Scott
Living in Washington, my everyday red is generally a Columbia Crest since it’s a good value and good quality. Everyday white is New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, currently Nobilo. I loved the baseball analogy; does that make a “juicy” wine a Gaylord Perry wine?
January 9, 2008

Chris
QOTD – Not sure if I have an every day wine – I try to mix it up ( thanks to the Thunder Show in some ways ) and try new things
January 9, 2008

Jus in WA
QOTD: We try to drink a wide variety, so a go-to wine is pretty much anything we’ve bought more than once in the past few months. For reds, we like the Sharecroppers Pinot Noir, Las Rocas Grenache, Atteca Grenache, Septima Malbec, just to name a few. For whites, Apex II Chardonnay is always a good, value-driven choice. Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc and Veramonte Sauv Blanc, and the Naia Verdejo are some fast favorites off the top of my head.
January 9, 2008

Pardus
I have been drinking a lot of Vranac from Montenegro lately. I am hoping to change that soon. I am going on a few trips around the region and am buying wine everywhere I go.
January 9, 2008

Daniel O
The “house wine” style at my place is New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, although we change up the producer regularly. Kim Crawford remains my favourite, but I’ve tried others that are pretty good too… like Dog Point. Cloudy Bay’s 2006 vintage was a disappointment, but I hear 2007 was better. Anyway, I digress…
January 9, 2008

Wanger
Dude – get to NC. You won’t regret it.

QOTD: I’m stuck on Tempranillo. Love Riojas, but found a tasty gem from Australia recently. I know you want me to try new things. I have, and I keep coming back to what my pal loves.
January 9, 2008

RadioSox
All I have to say is….70 degrees in Jan. Why would you NOT come to NC? Bring it! I’ll be there!
January 9, 2008

Jason R.
My old stand by is BV Rutherford Cab – Even though 8 out of every 10 wines in my cellar are bordeaux
January 10, 2008

caleb
this is my first post ever. I was saving myself for something special , well a chance to influence Gary’s travel plans seems like a worthy time to throw in my 2 cents. I live in charleston sc and I would gladly drive to nc to get to hang out. There are several other topics i would like to address however i will wait on those.
sincerly, caleb yaryan
January 10, 2008

Michael H.
QOTD: The Berco Do Infante you turned me on to. I finally found a wine between $5-$10 that was complex, had structure, and was not fake. Thanks for this. My search is over and I bought 4 cases so this could become the “house wine”.
January 10, 2008

Susan
Gary-Glad you are coming to NC!!!!!!!!!! Southern Hospitality is NOT a thing of the past, we will show you how it’s done!!!
January 10, 2008

Awin
My goto wine is Sebastiani Cab. I can get it for about $10 at Costco
January 10, 2008

Jason S.
QOTD: 2005 Big Hands Syrah. Talk about a steal at $15 (bones)
January 10, 2008

Russ J
GV, love the return of “whether they like it or not”. Keep it in the mix!

QOTD: Everyday reds are mostly Rhones right now. Still some nice ’03’s and ’04’s around and the ’05’s rock! Whites are all over the place: finishing off the Hermit Crab’s and moving on……
Hope FLA is curing your cold.
January 10, 2008

yowens
QOTD: Pasodoble.
January 11, 2008

Kathleen Lisson
Gary,
Thanks for this great show! I love New York wines for my everyday drinking!
Kathleen Lisson
January 11, 2008

Howard
Bodega Optima Malbec…….$6.99

Pure Money!
January 12, 2008

Portland Guy
Never have so few (er, 1) said soooo much about about so nothing! This made my top five of the worst episodes-to-date.
January 13, 2008

yourfrienddownunder
My goto’s would be catello di pogio moscato d’asti, hardy’s siegersdorf riesling or Peter Lehmen Barossa Semillon.

Happy new year Gary.
January 14, 2008

Rick Watts
go to wine – Cain Concept
January 14, 2008

Chris Viola
Thanks for all the comments on the “economical” wines you drink day to day. I have tried almost all of them and I wll peak around for the few unkowns.
PS–Joel Gott 2006 Zinfandel at $14 bones is the new standard for now.
January 14, 2008

Hunter
Head to charlotte NC!
January 14, 2008

MtnCharlie
QOTD: I do not have an everyday wine. I strongly adhere to the try new things approach. If I buy more than one bottle of something, it is to try it over the course of time, months or years. I really try to mix it up.
January 14, 2008

Cassie
I tasted all the rex & goliaths together on the same day. Although most of them were not really all that notable, the Cabernet was definitely the most bland and uninteresting of the bunch…i liked their Pinot Noir best and its made with french grapes, not Cali ones…go figure

QOTD: I don’t have an everyday wine. I’d be hard pressed to think of a wine I’ve bought more than once or twice in fact…I taste new wines every week!
January 15, 2008

PaVo
QOTD: I’m trying not to have an everyday wine. ANY wine is my everyday wine. Currently I’m trying to drink more earthy vegital wines because it’s easy for me to break down the fruit in a fruity wine but I’m trying to train my palate to pick up the earthy/vegital components. Plus it’s fun to get out of your comfort zone.
January 16, 2008

bob c
At this point , either can sauv, or cab franc…I bought 10 bottles the other day, including 2 1.5 ltrs, for 83 bucks….only tried two so far, one good, one not so good…
January 19, 2008

Tony & Lisa
Gary –

We want to see you come to Charlotte, NC
January 22, 2008

Mac
Come to Charlotte,we will support you.
January 26, 2008

DWB
argentine malbec for everyday thunder….
February 2, 2008

ChezJosh
Don’t have one. I just try my best to pair something from our house selection with whatever it is I’m cooking for dinner.
February 14, 2008

thefanjestic
Cheap California Cabernet? Do they ever really impress? Maybe the first year – then the price doubles! Don’t know why I didn’t comment on this episode earlier.
February 20, 2008

TonyStro
My current everyday wine – $13 Amirault Bourgueil 2003 that I scored in the commissary here in Pakistan. Outstanding value!
February 25, 2008

ValerieM
QOTD: My go to wine is Leelanau Cellars Autumn Harvest, cheap, easy to find here in Northern Michigan, and easy to drink.
March 16, 2008

David Ziemba
Gary
I live in VA beach and should be back in time for the NC event from being deployed…Ill be there
March 25, 2008

kenny
The C&B cab was always a bargin.
March 28, 2008

oktobergirl
I have to agree with Mario, I just bought this wine at a local grocery here in So California. I am drinking it now and just googled it to find out what others thought. Dobbin Lane Cab 2005 is very very nice. I think I picked it up or under $8.00 too.
March 31, 2008

Jason
One of the best Cabs I’ve had is the 2005 Frontera Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot mix, from Chile. It’s a fantastic, inexpensive wine, and you won’t be sorry you tried it. It’s extremely versatile…
January 3, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
Ive decided to talk about this episode in mime…… QOTD: France. Been stocking up on the 2005’s and also grabbing a bunch of Sauternes, including a couple bottles of d’yquem.
January 3, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
Ok thats odd it didnt show up like I wanted it to….. QOTD: France. Been stocking up on the 2005’s and also Sauternes, including some d’yquem’s.
February 3, 2009

Jimbar
We call it Cock wine.
June 24, 2009

Warren Lasch
great show today
September 21, 2009

richardvinifera
QOTD: Any under the radar areas or varieties, too many, some Gary has highlighted Cotes De Rhone, South Africa, South France, Spain, Portugal…