The Wonderful World Of Petit Verdot

The Wonderful World Of Petit Verdot – Episode #391

January 22, 2008

Oh boy Gary will be in a good mind set today as he gets to taste his boyhood love “Petit Verdot” Honestly a grape that is on the rise with global warming.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Pago del Vicario Petit Verdot Rosado
2004 Murphy Goode River Ranch Petit Verdot 2004
2003 Stonegate Wappo Vineyard Petit Verdot
2006 Pearmund Petit Verdot

326 Responses

January 22, 2008

dank
pretty early this day hmm Gary?

PV ep, very nice, very excited. very nice “filler grape”
January 22, 2008

GregStefos
# 2 and Early today!
January 22, 2008

Withnail
PV – should be good!
January 22, 2008

Scott EJ
Cool…A little PV for lunch today. Thanks, GV.
January 22, 2008

crank
I’m in, early.
January 22, 2008

Miguel Cruz Liljegren
yeah! gary man you need to visit stockholm! we love THE PV!
January 22, 2008

David Dadekian
QOTD: Can’t say I’ve ever had Petit Verdot and I don’t have a good reason why not. Though I’m not sure today really swayed me much, other than your obvious love for the grape, Gary.
January 22, 2008

pomace
PV IN THE HOUSE!

Ive tried 1 PV – RM Reserve ‘Nelwood’ 2004 – South Australia. Turned out to be Shiraz-like, but with a little more going on (peas, vegetables, leather, and cedar). Too bad itt was WAY over-oaked. Grr. Shame.

I want to try a few more…if they were easier to find!
January 22, 2008

Snarf
I have a PV, but not tasted it yet.
January 22, 2008

Robin C
QOTD: I’ve only had petit verdot in blends. I’d enjoy seeing a show with 1 petit verdot and 3 blends that contain petit verdot to identify what contribution petit verdot makes to the blend. I’m going to suggest that for my wine group’s next tasting.
Are you still sad about the Patriots and the Giants?
January 22, 2008

waibeans
up early yo.. wtg!
January 22, 2008

KenP
top twenty!
January 22, 2008

sobojosh
12 … oh welll nice early surprise
January 22, 2008

caleb
yuppers, very unremarkable from memory….
January 22, 2008

crank
QOTD: I’ve had the Imagery Estate PV, which I liked a lot. I’m a food with wine kind of guy and I’m never sure what to pair PV with. Treat it like a Cab Sauv?
January 22, 2008

ceewats
i do not think so I had Michael David Petite Petit only 15% PV I have yet work my way to that one yet. I guess I’ll need to now….
January 22, 2008

MagnumGourmet
Top 20…Woo Hoo!
January 22, 2008

obrianksu
I have not had the chance to try a PV yet but I plan on looking for one today!
January 22, 2008

Anthony L.
Love being in the top 25…he he he
January 22, 2008

jason
early tonight, are we?
top 20
January 22, 2008

BotaBag
I’ve never had a Petite Verdot…probably because as you said it’s expensive for what you probably are going to get.
January 22, 2008

Clinton
Enjoyed your interview on Rocket Boom, today.

QOTD: Pirramimma 1999 Petit Verdot – very nice, definitely a food wine
January 22, 2008

Jay
PV is tasty..some of the aussie producers I like ( Bortoli, Ballast Stone).
White on white Rick Ross hahaha! that’s hustlin Gary!
January 22, 2008

sobojosh
QOTD: Nope not 100% PV
QOTD: I’m so down with Bordeaux grapes standing on their own. But, right now PV is the sixth man… Benched. Malbec is like Hansel in Zoolander! Even Carmenere can be great on its own. I guess we’ll see in a few years
January 22, 2008

purplejuicebruce
QOTD… Only as blended Meritages like BV Tapestry and Franciscan Magnificat
2 I havn’t really seen it offered for sale where I buy most of my wine 3 will hunt it down and drink some Thanks
January 22, 2008

Sam
The last words of your 200th episode made it sound like you’d never make it to 400…you’re getting scary close to the big episode 4 double oh.

Thanks for all your hard work.
January 22, 2008

mikey lennon
QOTD: nope never had PV. Part 2: I want to try it but I want to learn more about it and be able to enjoy it more if im going to throw down a Jackson or more on it.
January 22, 2008

bfrankphoto
What the hell is Cheetara doing?
January 22, 2008

Susan
Gary, New keyboard and new mouse soooo things going a bit better today after my H2O disaster yesterday…………………
January 22, 2008

Mike
QOTD: I have not had a Petit Verdot yet. I will be getting one the next time I buy wine.
January 22, 2008

bfrankphoto
QOTD:

1) Never had it
2) N/A
3) Waiting for Yellowtail to make one.
January 22, 2008

Danny
good show Gary

qotd:
1) no i have never had it
2) see above
3) nothing but my pocket book and a trip to the wine cellar!!! which I will promptly do tonight!

ps. Anyone reading this know where I can get some varieties of Torrontes near Chico, CA. Its seems to be a rare find and I don’t want to spend money on getting it shipped to me.
January 22, 2008

Erik B
I had a Brookfield Petit Verdot 14%. Around 6-7$ in Sweden. A bit young but very interesting.
January 22, 2008

AVP
QOTD: Not yet. But I do have a bottle of Casa de la Ermita PV from Yumilla. Soon to be corked..
January 22, 2008

CindyW
QOTD: I’ve of course had many red blends that have included petit verdot, but not a lot of wine that’s this varietal on its own. In my racks, though, I have two that I bought after enjoying them at a wine tasting. One is 2004 ArrayÃ¡n Petit Verdot MÃ©ntrida (Spain), and the other is 2004 Januik Petit Verdot Ciel du Cheval Vineyard (Washington). Perhaps it’s time to pull one from the racks and give it a whirl!
January 22, 2008

Senor Sangria
QOTD: I haven’t had Petit Verdot. I’ve started to experiment with wines this year so I’ll pick one up this week to try.
January 22, 2008

Rob P
Never had a PV before. Even though today’s show didn’t exactly make me want to run out and find one, I’d still like to try one. There are many other priorities for me right now…spain, sancerre, burgandy (white and red).
January 22, 2008

Ryan D
QotD: I have not had a PVerdot, except maybe blended with something. No real reason, there are just so many wines to try that I haven’t come across one in my travels. It’s on the list, though.
January 22, 2008

Jeff R
QOTD: I have not had a PV yet, im still new to wine and mainly drink whites. I seem to have this barrier against reds for some reason. I havent found a red with the drinkability of the whites i have. If i have a red i can usually only manage to drink a glass before it starts to erk me.
January 22, 2008

kool booy
good episode, i wish it was a little bit longer with some more petit verdot, but its kool. thanks for the reviews.

peaceeeeeeee
January 22, 2008

Elliot Essman
Don’t think I’ve had it unblended.
January 22, 2008

Nick H
i love the knit jersey, that was sweet!
QOTD
-haven’t had one yet.
-i guess i’m waiting for the wine clubs i’m in to send me one.
January 22, 2008

DrT in NC
Wow, early show today. No, I have not had a Petit Verdot, and even though I’ve lloked, I have not seen one in the wine shops. If I ever find one in my price range, I will. Maybe in my next order I’ll use it to complete a half dozen.

“T”
January 22, 2008

Susan
Gary-NO Petite Verdot yet…………………………….soon!!!
January 22, 2008

BenF
GV i was excited to see what you where going to say about your apple product you had nice cliff hanger lead in… Anyway I have not had a Petit Verdot, and if you say it is like Cabernet then i am sure i will like it…
January 22, 2008

Matthew R
I’ve had the Petit Verdot made by Sutcliffe Vineyards in McElmo Canyon, Colorado. Very peppery, but enjoyable. Hey Gary, when are you gonna review some of our Colorado wines? We’re not Napa Valley, but there is some good stuff out here!
January 22, 2008

DT
Nice feature on Rocketboom today. Never had a straight PV, but looking forward to seeking one out to try.
January 22, 2008

cameron w
I’ve had a few, perhaps 3-4 different versions:

Januik, Murphy-Goode, and Pirramimma all come to mind. The Pirramimma was the best of the bunch.
January 22, 2008

Andy Drinkard
No Petit Verdot here that I can remember. I’ve just never had somebody recommend it to me. I’ll go out there and see what I can find.
January 22, 2008

Shadowbird
QOTD: Never had it. (Man, am I deprived.)

Then again, it’s not exactly common in my area, and I’m currently in a budget crunch (damn gas company).
January 22, 2008

akellner
Haven’t had PV solo, just as part of the blend. I know its a big fav of the GV. Will add to the must try list.
January 22, 2008

GrapeStuff
QOTD: Never had a 100% PV wine. Need to find one!!!

The new Apple TV …. NICE!
January 22, 2008

Taylor
IS WLTV gonna be on apple TV that’d be sick!!! or should i say Radool!!
QOTD Havent had an actual PV, but many of my favorites contain PV so idk if that actually counts, but w/e.
January 22, 2008

tuscanbob
1) No, haven’t had any
3) I was waiting for this show apparently…just ordered some.
January 22, 2008

Chris Pearmund
Being green is very fashionable.
So eat all your veggies, and drink green.
Think Globally, drink green locally.
Pearmund Cellars is even Geo-thermal!
January 22, 2008

KNode
QOTD: I don’t think I have ever had Petit Verdot alone, but I may have had it in a small percentage in a blend. I just don’t ever see them very often, and when I do see one, it’s out of my price-range. But it’s on my list!
January 22, 2008

Tom T.
Never had PV. From the sound if it I’ll stay away from it for a while.
January 22, 2008

Tom T.
What does the small print on the chalkboard read?
January 22, 2008

Hector
Good show, interesting results… I have to say, i like the ‘power tastings’ as of late.

No PV that I recall. Waiting to clear out my current vino stash, PV is NOW on my list.

Thanks Gary

H
January 22, 2008

Adam Euans
I have never had a 100% PV. I enjoy blends with PV, but never had it stand by itself.
January 22, 2008

wineknowbarbie
BELL PETIT VERDOT 2004 MASSA RANCH, YOUNTVILLE it beat the pants off the last couple from Spain that were pricier. This small production (
January 22, 2008

Rob Csenar
QOTD:

1. No
2.
3. So many varietals, so little $.
January 22, 2008

Chris Braun
QOTD: I’ve had several — I think all from Virginia. Of these, my favorite is the Pearmund. (I live near there and have had it the most often, but I like it a lot.)
January 22, 2008

Scott
QOTD: Without a doubt, “V” by Viader.
January 22, 2008

Augustus
Good show today. Still haven’t had 100% PV yet, though I’ve had it in many blends. It’s tough to come by here. I’m going to hit up my two local wine shops, today, to see if I can’t track some down. Wish me luck.
January 22, 2008

Todd Smith
QOTD – The 2003 Murphy Goode was excellent.
January 22, 2008

Andy
I ‘ve never had PV but will do this weekend. I’ll let you know how it went.
January 22, 2008

mbannon
Best PV I’ve had was from Whitehall Lane in Virginia. Incredible aroma of honey and violets. Full and rich in the mouth, too. Yum!
January 22, 2008

burkekr
Thanks for doing a PV episode!
January 22, 2008

Deano
Gary great episode. An apple tv hmm that does sound radool. Have you purchased your macbook air yet haha.

QOTD:
-Havent had one, haven’t really come across one and purchased it thats all.
January 22, 2008

Marc
1.No
2.N/A
3.I’m waiting for this show to end so I can go to the store and buy some!

Hmmm…global warming…if PV is so good, should we support global warming? Just a thought.
January 22, 2008

jesseeley
1. Nope!
2. NA
3. I’m waiting for my rinky dink state store to get some good wine!

Great show as usual. My husband couldn’t be happier (except maybe as happy as Mott?) about the Giants.
January 22, 2008

Rajiv A.
Great Episode!!!

I’m still on the lookout for PV. I tried Cab Franc – got a really really green one that didn’t do it for me (picture a heap of green coffee mixed with bellpeppers and a single, lonely blackberry, lightly coated in manure). But I have yet to find a 100% PV.

However, Last thanksgiving I had the ‘05 Yard Dog Red (Red Heads Studios, Australia) that was 46% PV, 30% Merlot, 24% Cab. Had great fruit, though weak tannins. The nose had something like apple jolly rancher -faintly herbal, or blueberry-like. It was really interesting by itself, but paired badly with the dinner. Good enough to make me want to try a 100%PV.
January 22, 2008

Erica37
Gary! Your worst Superbowl nightmare and mine are the same – and they are a reality! WHY!!?? I was going to throw a sweet Superbowl party – but I don’t know if I can stomach publicly promoting the Pats-Gmen showdown. Anywho – QOTD: I haven’t had Petit Verdot except in blends – I’ve been waiting for GV to do a Petit Verdot show!
January 22, 2008

Fingerlaker
qotd:
1. nada
2. n/a
3. havent gotten there.. recent trend is trying same varietal from different regions/countries.
January 22, 2008

burkekr
QOTD:Veritas 2004 Petit Verdot from Virginia
January 22, 2008

Neil
QOTD: 1.)Yes; 2.) Reverie Diamond Mountain Petit Verdot, Norm K is a god!; 3.)

What is “so sad” Gary?
January 22, 2008

Linderelli
Malbec is leading the way and Petit Verdot is hot on it’s heels – of those once commonly blended – that are now searching out the spotlight. Like Tom Brady – not even a first round draft pick – but what can you say? When you’re good, you’re good, and eventually people notice.

QOTD: I have had one PV – a small producer in Richland, WA – Tagaris. It was bright and bit chewy though not crazy tannic. Which is prob why it sold out. Curious to try more, cuz I am a big Cab fan.

BUT – you do not ship to WA, and there are no great wine stores in eastern WA. What is a girl to do?
January 22, 2008

DrEdwardo
QOTD: 1: Yes 2: Pirramimma Reserve. Many different vintages.

Edwardo
January 22, 2008

Christopher J
I never had a 100% PV, although I would be very willing to try. There are not a whole lot of good wine stores around here that would carry it. However, I vow to pick up the next bottle of PV I see.

New Apple TV? Nice!
January 22, 2008

Shane
Only had the PV in combination with other wines. Not waiting for anything, just a wine n00b.
January 22, 2008

John Z
QOTD:
I’ve never had a chance to try PV, probably because I was recently introduced to wine and it isn’t readily available. I definitely want to try it though.
January 22, 2008

Daniel
1. Never had it.
2. Never had it.
3. Having trouble finding some around my corner of Richmond – even that VA label you pulled out!
January 22, 2008

Tony
QOTD:
1. No
2. N/A (see 1)
3. Based on today’s show, I will be trying some this weekend.

T
January 22, 2008

RyanS
I have not tried Petit Verdot but would like to try it soon. It not be easy to find around here. I wish we had a Wine Library close by, but being in Oregon and on the West coast that is a long shot. I am wondering if it would grow well here in S.Oregon with hot summer days and cool nights. May need to look into that. Another great show Gary.
January 22, 2008

Mr.Ambassador
Time to head out and find a petit verdot to sample. To date I’ve only enjoyed this varietal when it was part of a blend.

I have heard some optimistic predictions concerning both P.V. and Malbec as climates get warmer and greater sugar and brix plays a factor; likewise grapes which ripen early may become problematic.

Have to head out and find my Washington State Petit Verdot now!

Cheers
January 22, 2008

Glen...winecrazy.com
Yes… funny you should do a show on a wine I just tried for the first time last night.

Bell Petit Verdot 2004 Massa Ranch.

I love thier Syrah Massah Ranch so I tried this one and it was actually very good.

So…. you get the picture?
January 22, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
I don’t buy them at home as they aren’t too available here but I always get them when I see them on a wine list. So are you giving away an Apple TV?
January 22, 2008

Fiorentina!
1. Yes
2. I’ve had the Murphy-Goode and Bourassa Vineyards
Personally, I can see why you like Petit Verdot so much, but, honestly, I don’t see it becoming the next “sideways.” Over the course of the next decade, I see Sangiovese with a greater percentage of domestic growth when compared to PV.
January 22, 2008

AngioRanger
Can’t recall having PV, need to go now to get some…
January 22, 2008

Stan Vasily
Did you puke that Green Petit Verdot Go California Go
January 22, 2008

zak
Never had a PV good show GV!
January 22, 2008

Nick P
Have not had PV so it was good to see this show.

I’m waiting to have some PV until the next time I’m in the WL store.

ciao.
January 22, 2008

Brian V
QOTD:
Never had it, but it the future I’ll seek it out.
January 22, 2008

Chris Bartell
#1 – No
#2 – N/A
#3 – Frankly till I’m 21 and can buy my own wine. My family is frankly quite boring when it comes to wine.
January 22, 2008

Dev Gupta
1) Never Had it
2) Never Had it
3) becoming 21
January 22, 2008

*/^_^\*
qotd: don’t think i’ve had one. hard to find anything in oklahoma other than boone’s farm and yellowtail…
January 22, 2008

Joe F.
Gary…not your best show today. You were very rushed, almost distracted, and one wine was decent…what gives bro? Gotta bring it EVERY TIME. Like Joe D said when asked why he played so hard every game, “There might be a little kid watching me for the first time, and he is going to leave with an impression of me.”
January 22, 2008

Panosh
Have not seen it here, but will keep a look out. In fact, I try and source many of the wines that are covered, but I am becomming to realize that the selection here is very thin compared to the mainland (US).
January 22, 2008

John S.
QOTD: 1. Never had one. 2. Read one 3. Reason is that I’m 20 won’t be able to try one for another 6 months and 9 days.
January 22, 2008

Mason
QOTD: Have not tasted a PV yet, Gary. I suppose it is time, eh?
January 22, 2008

Sven Johnson
1. No 2. n/a 3. Because I’m a poor member of the ckc.
January 22, 2008

KAllardNYC
QOTD:

1. Not yet.
2. Duh.
3. When you carry more then two PVs and with better QPRs.

Thanks GV for the lowdown on the PV, but they need better QPR.

The Shadow
January 22, 2008

Colin Nicol
QOTD: Have not had one, anxious to try one, next time I’m out and about I will try to pick one up. I’m all about new grapes.
January 22, 2008

19namatb69
never had one by itself, none, I have some in Bordeaux blends, so for now that will have to do.
January 22, 2008

J-Pipes
QOTD: No, I haven’t… but I will!!!!!
January 22, 2008

grace
QOTD: 1. yes; 2. don’t remember; 3. will hook myself up with some more soon.
January 22, 2008

brorjace
The only time I’ve ever had PV is in cali blends and bordeaux, but nothing straight up.
January 22, 2008

ryang
1. nope haven’t found one yet.
2. N/A
3. I’ll be happy to pick one up but I’m still trying to figure out the Rick Ross connection? What kind of “greens” would you be referring to Gary?
January 22, 2008

KVolk
QOTD: no, N/A, good question I don’t know why not….
January 22, 2008

Mikie C
qotd: not yet, but will when it shows up here in the PA state stores…
January 22, 2008

BobbyTiger
1. Never. 2. /skip to Q3/ 3. At this point, I’m still not sure that I will anytime soon- unless the effects of (ahem) climate change results in bumper crops which may lower the costs. $20 to $25 for a so-so bottle of wine is a pass in my book.
January 22, 2008

cma82
QOTD: I’ve never had a 100% Petit Verdot. I’ve never really seen one around, then again I haven’t been looking too hard!

I’m going to look for one soon, any suggestions on outstanding examples? Its finally the girlfriends 21st this weekend so I’ll be on the lookout for some good wines to pick up!
January 22, 2008

Brad O
Hummmm!!
I have not had a 100% pv wine.
Only had it blended with other varieties.
Will have to keep my eye out for it.
Love the Apple, Love the Apple.
From a Mac user.
Brad
January 22, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Q- 1. Don’t think so. 3. Soon, if I come across one that sounds interesting.
January 22, 2008

Mikereyno
My wife and I have tried and love Petit Verdot we got from a vineyard in Sonoma where you can only get the wine there or by belonging to their club. We visited Stryker in Sonoma when we were there two years ago and really liked the Petit Verdot we tried at the tasting bar. we received some in their shipments to us and have actually gone back and bought half a case of their 2002 Monte Rosso Vineyard Sonoma Valley PV and half a case of their 2004 Speedy Creek Vinyard Knights Valley PV.
January 22, 2008

BruceP
Yep. Last one I had was the 2005 Petit Verdot from Lodi by Periscope Cellars. Think I’ve had one by Concannon as well.
January 22, 2008

downtnmark
QOTD: Yeah, I done d’ stuff.

I first tasted it at Bell Cellars (Napa Valley). It was nice, but for $50? Then, at the 2005 Ridge Monte Bello “Component” tasting, I tasted some young. Last summer, at Hess Collection, I tasted (and bought) the 2004 Petite Verdot, which I plan to age about 3 years or so. 2004 was a great PV and CF year in Napa Valley.

Gary: Do you want to open this with me in 2010?
January 22, 2008

Mark G
QTOD: Have never had Pt. Verdot, but with your rage about it, I need to pick some up. At least, one; at least.
January 22, 2008

Brian Specht
QOTD: 1)No, 2) 3) Never really seen it anywhere.
January 22, 2008

The Fanjestic
QotD – Never had a straight Petite Verdot, mainly because of the QPR and lack of choices. Even in Kansas City big wine shops, there just isn’t a big enough demand for it – plus not that many wineries make a straight Petite Verdot. I might try the Murphy & Goode if it wasn’t so expensive.
January 22, 2008

Carolyn
Most recent – Pirramimma Petit Verdot from Australia – ~$25 range (I’m seeing the trend). 9.85 on the yummy scale.
January 22, 2008

SoCal
QOTD: I have only had PV in blends but I would love to try a 100% version from France.
January 22, 2008

Tgatesman
Like a lot of others, I have not had it alone. I do have a bottle but I have not tried it yet.
January 22, 2008

Dominus
Hmmm, my only experience with PV is whether Dominus used it in sny given year in their blend.

QOTD:

#1 No
#2 See #1
#3 Will definitely seek it out and the Radool apple TV? Would this be a prize? It’s very cool and would love to have one. Trying to figure out the cryptic message at the end. Are you signing up with Steve Jobs?
January 22, 2008

Dominus
Oops, “in any given year”

We need an edit function on this board.
January 22, 2008

The Original Marc
QOTD: I’ve had two, both Australian. De Bortoli and Piramimma. The first was kinda eh. The Piramimma I just had this past weekend and hated it. With that said, I’m always willing to try another.
January 22, 2008

FJDR
1) No
2) See #1
3) For the shop I buy from to carry an affordable one.
January 22, 2008

expatlurker
no I have never tried but will go looking for some. Nice show
January 22, 2008

amgryger
QOTD: 1) Not yet. 2) See previous. 3) There are a lot of other wines I’ve also never ahead of it on that list. It will make its way to the top sooner or later.
January 22, 2008

KyleLikesTies
QoTD: Yes, I’ve tried the PV, mainly thanks to all the praise it gets from you, GV … I’ve had De Bortoli Vat 4 (I *think* the ‘04), which I liked quite a bit … although I’ve no other experience with the grape to compare it against. I’ll have to look again to see if they’ve got any others available.
January 22, 2008

fotodevil
QOTD: I’ve never had a PV. I guess I am waiting for you to send me an appleTV as motivation
January 22, 2008

Kristen
Ah, I was wondering when you’d devote an episode to your wine-love, petit verdot! I can’t believe how dark that rosÃ© looked! It was almost like a beaujolais!

QOTD1: No probably only in a blend. QOTD2: See last question. QOTD3: To actually find a wine with a majority of PV. It’s not the most common of things.
January 22, 2008

Nathan
I have never had a Petit Verdot. Im new to the wine world and will hopefully get to try it along with many others in the near future.
January 22, 2008

Kyct
I have not but been thinking about it. Not a lot of shops in my area with wide selection.
January 22, 2008

RichE
QOTD:
I have had a few PV’s and grave them everyday.
I also enjoy the blended REDS when then imclude PV.

Currently I’m consuming the:
Imagery PV’s, I pick up a case in the fall 2007.
LOVE IT.
January 22, 2008

Theresa
Had a Ken Rasmussen 100% PV—tasty and unique. Looking forward to trying more!
January 22, 2008

Grape Expectations
QOTD: I’ve never had a PV. I’ve been trying to find one every since you started raving about them, Gary, but haven’t come across one yet. I’ll keep trying though–maybe the next time I get to the big city or down to California.
January 22, 2008

Harley Stan
Gary, great episode, it was short but the energy for the PV was there.

QOTD- Not yet, what am I waiting for? I still haven’t opened the Bandol from a month or two ago, but I am getting there. I am planning on trying the PV in the future, next time I go buying I will pick one or two up.
January 22, 2008

Joel M
GV, another break out of the box show with PV. I have been wanting to try some PV for some time, but the value is just not there. Plus, I am on a Cab Franc kick right now. I need a reason to buy a couple bottles, but haven’t found one yet. Will stick to blends for right now.
January 22, 2008

kaybee
Something new for me!

QOTD
No, therefore, no, never heard of it b4. Did try a Cab Franc that I thought was great (Francis Coppola 2004.)
January 22, 2008

Larry The Wine Guy
LOVE P.V. ….Still not sold on the Idea of a straight P.V. and haven’t had one at a price range that I think was worth the bucks yet. I absolutly love it as a blending grape in Wines….especially the Wines that put around 10% of P.V. in…my two faves…are the 2004 Bell Wine Cellars (Anthony Bell former winemaker for 15 vintages at B.V. Winery now on his own) Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Truchard Vineyards and Beckstoffer…uses 10% Petite Verdot which makes it a very elegant Cabernet and I prefer Washington State Cabs, Merlots and Syrahs but this Napa Valley Cab by Bell is A Handcrafted effort in this Sommelier’s Opinion thanks to the talents of Anthony Bell and Thanks to 10% P.V.!! Secondly, I always was a fan of Montes Purple Angel…Carmenere at it’s best but 9% P.V. is what makes the wine so complex and floral and spicy…and of course PURPLE as is Bell Cab thanks to one of the best Red Grape Varietals in the World…I Agree With G.V. I’m Down with P.V. but still not as a single Varietal Grape yet…but Soon!!!
January 22, 2008

Cal
QOTD: Nope, never tried one. Maybe this weekend……
January 22, 2008

KC
Interesting show.

QOTD: Never had one that wasn’t blended. Not waiting for anything in particular – it’s on my list.
January 22, 2008

MattE
QOTD: Haven’t had a Petite Verdot as a single grape but just as a blend. Glad to see that you tried a VA wine, but your tasting notes are similar to my experience really green & really funky wines.

I’m putting together a list of wines to try & take advantage of the local mixed case discounts at my local wine merchant
January 22, 2008

E
Yes – the De Bortoli Vat 4 or whatever it was was interesting, and so was the Canyon Wind PV (85% or so, at least) from western Colorado. Both of them reasonably priced.
January 22, 2008

Anthony L.
QOTD: Never had Petit Verdot. Actually, I had never heard of the grape. But I won’t be waiting much longer. I’m going to try one as soon as I can find one.

Great show. I love learning about new grape varieties. Two thumbs up.
January 22, 2008

Brandon T.
Gary, will you go ahead and bring a hot girl and take Petit Verdot grapes and smush them on your chest and then slather her buttocks with grapes and wine.
January 22, 2008

Ina V-G
Awesome…you just made my hubby, Will G’s day by reviewing some of the wines that he sent to you! Thanks!

QOTD: Will bought those same bottles for us to try…so we’ll probably check those out this weekend!
January 22, 2008

Kevin W.
Never tried a Petit Verdot. Just getting into wine so I have not tried all the different varietals. Next time I hit up my local wine shop I’ll see if I can get my hands on a not too expensive one. Although I am not a college kid, I shop like one.
January 22, 2008

Tom R
I’ve only tried two Petit Verdots. The first was a 2004 PV from Stryker Sonoma, and although I like most of their wines, that one disappointed me. It left me with the impression that PV really SHOULD be used as a blending wine, and was too raw to stand on its own.

However, I recently tried a 2003 PV from Imagery in Sonoma, and I liked that one a lot better, so now I’m more interested in this varietal. I might even give Stryker’s a second chance. Maybe I was having a bad day.
January 22, 2008

Mrbuzz
Believe it or not…..Heitz Cellars makes an interesting PV!
January 22, 2008

Mike G
yup, I have about a case or so of PV in the wine cooler. Mine are various vintages of the Australian producer DogRidge from Maclaren Vale. Have a good evening all.
M
January 22, 2008

Mike Z
Think I had a PV at a tasting room in Napa at some point… but I don’t seem to remember so it must not have been all that good. I hear the WA state ones are kickin’ butt though.
January 22, 2008

Jaybird
I think you said green 12 times…I have never had a petit verdot by itself. I thought is was mainly a blending grape to add color and tannin. So to answer part 3 of the question, I have never seen or noticed it other then in a bordeaux blend.
January 22, 2008

steve
never had and after those reviews not looking like i will ha some day
January 22, 2008

Garrett C.
Love the PV show!! The best one I’d ever had was never really one at all–it was the Petit Verdot component of the Cain 5/Concept. Met up with Chris Howell and he brought some barrel samples…being an enology student definitely has its privileges! Oh, and there are better Virginia PV’s out there–try the ‘06 Veritas.
January 22, 2008

davebw
1. Yes. I enjoyed it.
2. Can’t remember what it was. Crap.
3. I like trying new stuff, no problems there, its the budget that’s the limit.

Dave.
January 22, 2008

Ernest_G
QOTD: Have not had one. . .need to try one. But my local wine store only has one type (according to their website). Maybe, I’ll have to pick one from your outlet, GV.

AH, OH, APPLE!

GG, GV.
January 22, 2008

dtmmedia
I’ve never had PV. I think i’m waiting for my next trip to the wine store.
January 22, 2008

Wine Not?
I had PV from the barrel at a Franciscan blending tasting last year. We had to taste the 5 grapes and then make our version of Magnificat. That was fun! Anyway, as I remember the PV was something of a monster and I thought it probably wouldn’t work as a single varietal….guess I was wrong! I’ll have to pick one up soon and give it another try, thanks to your show!
January 22, 2008

Glenn
Never had a PV by itsekf but will now seek one out. Excited about the oregano flavor profile.
January 22, 2008

Jason Chu
QOTD: I have not, I shall go check it out as soon as I can

A rather short episode this time around. Short on time today, Mott and Gary?
January 22, 2008

BobMac
Never had one. PV ain’t big in the NV.
January 22, 2008

Hotshot162
QOTD: No, never have one before. I’m willing to try one if I can find one in my local wine shop…maybe I will look harder next time.
January 22, 2008

latraviata
I have never had one but will check the next time I am in the state liquor store.
January 22, 2008

WineMad
I had the Murphy Goode once on the rec of a local mechant, I remember liking it (”good food wine”) but not much else about it, I will definitely pick up another bottle…
January 22, 2008

Tooch
QOTD: I have not had a petit verdot – will check out my local shop this weekend to see what they’ve got.

Pats by 24
January 22, 2008

CyberTLH
GV, My wife and I agree that the Meeker PV was the best of the few we’ve had. Actually, that gave us the idea that you should do a Bordeaux blending secret pak. We did a blending party for New Years eve, 2005 and wound up with a PV heavy blend to go with the Rib Roast that night. Blending bordeaux variatals has become a hobby with us since that night. What do you thnk???
January 22, 2008

Steve Webster
Just a new 2 week old vaniac, and 2 month old wine steward in Washington state. (I love that you love, and I love, what we’re doing here in the wine world.)

A couple of my friends, my wife and I were able to do some blending at Conn Creek in Napa. So we were able to taste wines out of the barrel from vineyards all over the valley. One that was facinating to me was the Petite Verdot. I could have bottled it by itself! That would have taken the fun out of the blending experience though. It’s fun to see it out on its own.
I may seek out the Murphy Goode.
January 22, 2008

ScottG
QOTD: Never had one, and it doesn’t sound like a wine I would enjoy. However, if I run across one at a tasting, I would give it a shot…
January 22, 2008

Andre
Thanks for the great episode on a grape you love!

QOTD:
1) I haven’t had a PV yet.
2) n/a
3) I’m waiting to be able to afford ANY wine since I have to pay for a wedding this summer! (my own wedding that is, just got engaged not too long ago)
January 22, 2008

SteveW
Great Episode, nice of you to try lesser known grapes.
I’ve only tried one and it was at a tasting in Seattle,
it was the 2004 Januik Petit Verdot Ciel du Cheval Vineyard.
It was very a dark and concentrated wine.
I would try more but you just don’t see much Petit Verdot in the local
wine stores.
January 22, 2008

familydoc
I’ve tried one PV, the Northstar Petite Verdot. I really enjoyed it, definitly thought it could use some time sideways. My wife wouldn’t let me buy…..
January 22, 2008

billr
QOTD: Never had one. Will have to get one to drink…..
January 22, 2008

laposte
QOTD:
I am embarrassed to say I have never had a 100% PV. I think I am waiting for oh say Wednesday.
January 22, 2008

MB Dallas
QOTD: I’ve never had PV. It will be the next bottle I pick up; anxious to give it a try.
January 22, 2008

KAHUNA
What’s a reassurgence?
January 22, 2008

Grapestompper (Dave)
QOTD: I’ve had it as a single varietal. Can’t remeber what or if I liked it. But now I want to try it and pay attention this time.
January 22, 2008

NathanN
Cool show!
QOTD: Have had one P.V. at the Chicago WLTV party. Canâ€™t remember it though
January 22, 2008

Canadian Chris
QOTD: Haven’t had one! Waiting to get my hands on a bottle of the stratus 04 PV!! Not a huge selection out here, but I have seen the odd one kicking around. I will definitely pick up the next one I see and give it a go.
January 22, 2008

Mario Salas
QOTD: Have a bottle of 2005 Lodi Petite Verdot in my wine rack waiting for consumption. Loved it at the winery…we’ll see how it holds up
January 22, 2008

jfoobar
Yes, I have had a few including at least two from Virginia. I must admit I am waiting still for the “best” one as none stand out that vividly in my memory.
January 22, 2008

Michael Y
qotd not yet. too many varietals to try.
January 22, 2008

MonkuWino
QOTD: I’ve had only one Petit Verdot, the 2004 Escafeld and it was a most excellent wine! A great introduction to the grape, in my opinion.
January 22, 2008

orion
1) not yet
2) …
3) i can’t recall ever seeing even one type in the store where i normally shop. i guess that means i should find a better wine store…
January 23, 2008

Jang-Woo Park
qotd: I’ve had only one petit verdot so far which was a free-shipping item long time ago. oh, it’s Ballast Stone Petit Verdot 2003. I wasn’t really crazy about it because it was a little bit lighter than I expected(I’m not so sure why I expected it in that way…. mmm)
January 23, 2008

Spinner
QOTD

PV, nope none yet,
Why? just starting to hear about it.
January 23, 2008

Gabriel
QOTD: No, no, no.

Only stuff we get out here are cheap South American wines and crap from elsewhere.
January 23, 2008

Arthur
Been diggin pv for a while. Some nice stuff made in Santa Barbara and in southern parts of Monterey County.

It’s part of what call the “formidable four”: Petit verdot, Petit syrah, Tannat and Dornfelder.
January 23, 2008

terry
QOTD:
not a chance to even look up for one.
i am too busy with other weird grapes like Tempranillo
January 23, 2008

CoolHandLuke
I have never had a PV. I guess it is time to try. To be honest I never heard of PV before watching Wine Library TV.
January 23, 2008

Corrado
QOTD: Sort of.

I have a few bottles of Kent Rasmussen Petit Verdot in the cellar. I guess I’m waiting for the right meal opportunity to open it up. I’m also trying to drink through some less age-worthy wine in my cellar right now & let some of the newer purchases rest.
January 23, 2008

Ryan
You said if I know who Rick Ross is holla, so here’s a holla!
January 23, 2008

Vinsant
Tasted some PV out of the tanks at Robert Karl in WA. Great bouquet and color grape.
January 23, 2008

Lewy
QOTD: Yes; 2005 Cadence Petit Verdot Camerata
January 23, 2008

Will G
You rock buddy! Well, 2 for 4 ain’t bad. Looking forward to tasting these over the next couple weeks. I was thinking about the AppleTV myself after the updates Steve Jobs announced at the keynote last week! Would definitely be easier than loading up my video ipod and hooking it up to the TV to watch WLTV…

QOTD:
1) No, haven’t had a Petit Verdot yet.
2) I’ve got two bottles each of the ones you just tasted (plus the Escafeld).
3) Cuz I was waiting for you to check ‘em out and taste along!
January 23, 2008

Syrahhhhhhhhh
GVNC,

Great show and educational to boot.

QOTD: I’m with the other two WAers and had the Januik. I recently picked up 2 bottles of 2005 PV from OS (Owen Sullivan) but I heard they only made 50 cases! Poof, gone. Otherwise in lots of blends. I’m going to order some of the Murphy-Goode, thanks for the tip.
January 23, 2008

CRZYWinemaker
Good show Gary. PV has mainly been used as a blender, but I did have a 100% PV from Matthews Cellars in Woodinville, Wa. It was inky black, huge tannin and definitely needed some cellar time. I’d seek out more PV’s, but they are hard to come by. Are you going to be on Apple TV or what ?
January 23, 2008

Simon D
QOTD: Nope never had one, but I am a fan of the Murphy Goode Fume Blanc so I think I’ll look out for this PV!
January 23, 2008

Yoni Rabkin
QOTD: Never had a petite verdo… better add it to the list.
January 23, 2008

Rhonda
I have not had a Petit Verdot but I guess its time I try to seek some out. I admit I am still intimidated by the wine shops as I feel I have so much more to learn.
January 23, 2008

Kirk
QOTD: No, I do not recall having had a strait PV. My reason…It’s not available in my state. Maine requires distributors to bring a wine into the state…and we just don’t have one here yet. Ok, ok…that is a total cop out. I had the oportunity to buy one while I was out in Sacramento last month. I opted to buy the 2005 Domaine Serene Coeur Blanc (a white wine made from Pinot Noir) in the place of the Petit Verdot. Which ironicly was the Murphy Goode. Great show…Any chance we can get a show of say some 2002 Oregon Pinot Noirs on? It was (by most accounts) one of the best vintages Oregon has ever seen. it would be great to see how some of the producers wines have held up….or not.
January 23, 2008

medo
Had about 3-5 straight PV’s.. and the best was the 200x Pirramimma PV from Oz.
January 23, 2008

Dave in Leverkusen
QOTD: Like Barolo, PV is another wine where I love the descriptions and tasting notes that I have read, yet haven’t gotten around to trying. Maybe it’s time to just pull the trigger.
January 23, 2008

Oregon Jim
Qotd – Not had it, none, ’cause it sounds sissy! it should be called Punisher Verdot or Power Verdot. With a last name like Verdot you gotta start strong. Like if your name was Petite Vaynerchuck well…I guess that would be a bit sissy. Gary Verdot… Still sissy. A big name problem.

Petite Sirah same issues! What is it with Petite? Where are you going to drink it except at home? Nascar tailgater? I don’t think so! Football party? I wouldn’t advise it. Better get some Tait “The Ball Buster” if you are going to win over any wine converts at the WWE Cage Match PPV party.

In summary I will try it, but only at home, out of a paper bag.
January 23, 2008

El Snerd
Gary — recently started watching (scouring the internet for TV replacements occupies much of my time as I am overseas for a couple of years)… Best petit verdot I’ve had is a 2003(?) PV from Linden vineyards in Virginia. A fair amount of the greenness, with lots of dill, thyme, and oregano, but good structure and mouthfeel (not terribly common in VA) and, IIRC, a fair amount of ripe-ish fruit.

In #325, you reviewed a few shady VA chards, and I’d second the comment someone made about seeking out the Linden Hardscrabble.
January 23, 2008

Justin L Ove
That there Petit Verdot is awfully hard to come by in Hawaii…so, no, but I’m going to special order one for sure. Are there any others you can reccomend besides the Murphy-Goode?
January 23, 2008

J Crazy
Yeah, love the PV but for the life of me I can’t remember which ones I really like. My memory is kinda crap like that if I don’t write it down and I don’t find any notes for great PV in my tasting records.
January 23, 2008

Tstank
QOTD nope, I don’t have a good reason. Maybe that will be my super bowl wine.
January 23, 2008

Salvatore
Petit Verdot…… Never had it!

Will give it a try; next visit to Yankee Spirits in Sturbridge,Ma.
Best assortment of wine in central Massachusetts!

You made your mothers’ day ! Good man Gary!
January 23, 2008

YoungDave
QOTD: Never had a 100% petit verdot, but I’ve always enjoyed Bordeaux blends or Argentinian or Cali Meritages that have the SENSE to put a solid 6%+ of this varietal in there. Other than that, I’m waiting to find one for $12. When I see it, I’ll close the deal.
January 23, 2008

Characterlost
Great episode GV, i still can’t tell weather you have given your real reaction to who is playing in the super bowl, but no hurry i guess… its too weeks away still. with how much you despise the Pats i know your rooting for the G-men… or are you??? i’d love to here your rant. BTW, awesome learning about the PV. hey so the apple tv lets you watch the Thunder Show on tv through i-tunes? what are you hinting at GV? what could you have in store? give away time i sense?

QOTD.have not had a straght PV, sounds like a good idea though, as soon as i see one one for around 15 i will be there all day long.
January 23, 2008

Characterlost
And I cannot believe i spelled “two” as “too”, I just cannot see how I did that, i am so embarrased and know the whole world is looking down at me now. Thanks again for the show, no better way to spend 20 minutes at the computer.
January 23, 2008

Justin
QOTD: I have had one 100% PV, De Bortoli Vat 4 Petit Verdot from Australia. Inexpensive, but pretty good. Definitely some pickles on the nose, but I would guess not the full veg like the Pearmund, there is still some fruit in there.
January 23, 2008

Scott
Actually had the Pearmund during an ill-conceived trip to a couple of VA wineries. VA wineries on the whole need another decade or two. The Pearmund Petit Verdot was unmemorable. We couldn’t wait to get home and have a real bottle of wine.
January 23, 2008

Fred Liu
QOTD:Not yet. I’ve only seen one Petit Verdot from Australia in my most visited wine shops.

I’ve been always wondering how we can distinguish one grape from another in a blind tasting, while even just one grape can express his/herself in so many ways…Still trying to get the clue….
January 23, 2008

Bill Madlem
I have had and don’t remember much about it. I think the last one or two I’ve had are Pirramimma PV and Marques de Grinon PV. It’s been awhile. What I remember, I like. Thanks for the great lessons.
January 23, 2008

Steve B
QOTD: Serge Laville, the winemaker at Spring Valley Vineyards in Washington, poured me a glass of petit verdot that he had made as an experiment. Delicious! But that’s the only pure petit verdot I can recall tasting. Serge normally uses the varietal in his marvelous Uriah and Frederick blends.
January 23, 2008

HungryChuck
Hey GV, QOTD I recently had a 2000 Murphy Goode PV. That’s why I was interested in your tasting it today. The 2000 was very different to my taste. it was huge on the vegetables… here are some comments I had at the time:
brussel sprouts, broccoli, tomatoes, a real garden saladâ€¦ underlying hints of raspberry jam here and thereâ€¦ nice long finish â€“ V8 Juice – Soooo, my question to you is do you often see the same wine from the same producer vary in profile so much from vintage to vintage (since today’s tasting you had of the ‘04 was heavy on the fruit)?………..
January 23, 2008

Henning
QOTD: I’ll grab a bottle petit verdot this week. never had before. and, yupp! â€“Â I’d take that appleTV if you guys don’t need it!
January 23, 2008

Jameus
Nice show today GV! It was short but packed with the good stuff we all love Ya know based on your descriptions today I’m really anxious to try a straight up PV now lol

QOTD: Nope never had PV on it’s own. What am I waiting for you ask! Well… there’s SO many varietals to try man I just haven’t gotten to that one yet. Limited by time and money, usually the later lol I’ve only had it when it’s been used in a blend.
January 23, 2008

Lindsey
QOTD:

1. No I have not.
2. N/A
3. To run into one in a wine shop (or maybe even just go to a wine shop) or bar. My friend has a bodega in Ribera del Duero and is always bringing stuff over (his wine or something heÂ´s trying for his masters usually), so unless I pick something up at the grocerÂ´s, I honestly donÂ´t buy a lot of wine to drink at home. True story.
January 23, 2008

Gary Peterson
Angove’s Stonegate Petite Verdot, gets riper in Australia, more fruit less green, price about $12.00
January 23, 2008

MR. C
Dude

Gary

Do you know I run a pickle company in chicago? (The Puckered Pickle Company) It kills me every time you mention pickles. Awsome!!

Last inpressionable PV for me Marquis de Grinon ( i think they might be owned by LVMH) Killer Stuff from Spain.
January 23, 2008

Francois Faubert
QOTD : I haven’t tried any of these. But I will tonight d00d!
January 23, 2008

Sassodoro
QOTD. I have only had one 100% Petit Verdot. (Of course, most of us have had it as a component in other wines.) I would have to dig through my notes to remember exactly what it was. It was at a tasting about 6 or 8 months ago of wines from Murcia, Spain, and this one guy brought a Petit Verdot that was kind of an experimental project for them. I really liked it. I would love to try more, but I don’t see them very often.
January 23, 2008

MacNPhish
QOTD: Never tried PV, tried to go buy the MG on your site but you don’t carry it so I’m going to try at a LWS to see if they have some. My wife and I love most other wines by MG so we’ll give this one a whirl.
January 23, 2008

Cabel
Never had a PV, but will add the Murphy-Goode to the shopping list.
Thanks for bringing the Thunder Gary and Crew, ya’ll super-charge my day!

Chris
Denver, CO
January 23, 2008

Martin
No; I’m waiting for my next steak dinner.
January 23, 2008

MtnCharlie
QOTD: 1. Never had Petit Verdot other than in a blend that I can recall.
2. N/A
3. My next trip to the wine shop.

All those PVs look pretty inky black, like Carignan or Tannat. I’ll be curious to try a PV straight up.
January 23, 2008

J. Martin
I’ve never had a PV, although you make it VERY hard not to take a lunch break today and find a couple. By the way, THIS IS MY FIRST COMMENT. Sorry for lurking so long. I’m ashamed.

Love the show!
January 23, 2008

Colin
GV – Thanks for the show! QOTD – 1) No 2) N/A 3)I must be insane
January 23, 2008

Jimmy Bryght
“…we’re changing the wine world whether they like it or Mott.”
January 23, 2008

BelgianBeerMistress
QOTD: no petit verdot yet. all those tannins scare me.
January 23, 2008

Julava
Man, never had one, but it’s a varietal I really want to try.

That reminds me…I’m putting together a budget while searching for jobs now that the web dev masters is done…perhaps I should add a ‘wine’ column. Especially since I’m within driving distance of the lib, haha.
January 23, 2008

Scott A
You mentioned “washington state” in your broadcast. A few wineries produce very limited quantities of petit verdot. The only one that I can remember tasting was from Barnard Griffin. A couple years ago, they did a very limited release for wine club members only. Although I really can’t compare to anything, I remember it to be very good, big, and a great food wine.
January 23, 2008

JeffC
QOTD: Tried one from South Australia, DogRidge Winery. Think it was their reserve. Very good. http://www.dogridge.com.au/

Have not had any in awhile but will keep an eye open and try again soon.
January 23, 2008

ScottB
Nope, I’ve never had a petit verdot. I see several of the Murphy Goode wines on the shelves here in SF, but don’t think I have ever seen the Petit Verdot. I’ll keep my eye out for these.
January 23, 2008

JerseyGirl turned CNY vayniac
Your Time magazine smile was kinda creepy there Gary. Don’t worry… they’re good at photoshop!

QOTD: I k now I have had Petite Verdot, and what I have had was alright. Unfortunately, I dont remember names or vintages, sorry. You’re right though that they tend to be expensive, which is why i dont have them often… usually only in tastings. I dont think i’ve ever bought any
January 23, 2008

Dan
Never had a straight PV… really keen to try one though! I have the Pirramimma PV on my “wines to try” list. It’s supposed tro be one of the best in Australia… We’ll see
January 23, 2008

Chippewamike
QOTD:

1. No

2. N/A

3. Not sure but it is on the “list” next time I hit the wine store.
January 23, 2008

Erik Klumpp
I have not tried Petit Verdot, but I am the mood to try it. I think I’m waiting for the right meal, but this is just an excuse. I would greatly enjoy trying some Petit Verdot and some Portuguese wines in a blind taste test.
January 23, 2008

wayno da wino
Gee !! Coool & Interestin’ Episode !!
QOTD: 1) Never had a PV, if i did it was a looong time ago (??) and
i forgot about it.
2) n/a
3) Gonna tune da Radar and find somma dat PV !!
January 23, 2008

boegemann
QOTD: Never had one, but have been trying to find a bottle at a decent price for the last 2 months.
January 23, 2008

BW
QOTD: Have not had a PV, although it sounds like it is right up my alley.
Give us a list of potentially good QPR PV’s we can get on WL
January 23, 2008

Chris
QOTD:
1. Yes I have had one
2 I don’t remember which one it was, but it was pretty good IIRC.
3. I’ll try the Murphy-Goode or another next time I make it to the wine shop and have room to store it.
January 23, 2008

DavidB
Have not had any 100% PV – only as a blending grape. Why? Well I simply don’t know why I have not, but I will correct this oversite on my part ASAP
January 23, 2008

Cliff and Darcey
Hey GV … thanks for the show on PV. I am intrigued with this grape. I have only had a barrel sample from a winemaker friend who works at the Virginia Winery ChÃ¢teau Morrisette (http://www.chateaumorrisette.com/) … they make a lot of crap IMHO, bu they do sell mostly their sweet and cheap stuff (their Red Mountain Laurel — YUK — is their best seller), so I guess they need to make it in order to stay in business. The winemakers really do want to make better stuff, though, and the PV I tasted from their sample (normally used to blend, of course) was very, very good. I mean, I actually LIKED a wine they made! It’s funny, but their sales were slipping badly several years ago when the y suddenly decided to put a dog on the label, and now their wines sell like hotcakes in Virginia. Go figure!

I’m certainly going to look for a PV now!

Thanks, as usual, for all you do!

GUESS WHAT: Darcey and I may be in NYC at the time of your WineLibrary celebration in March!!! I hope we can figure out some train or some way to get there! We’d love to meet you and see the store!

Be Well!
January 23, 2008

Chance
Haven’t had any, and I’m waiting for the weekend so I have some spare time to hunt this down and enjoy it.
January 23, 2008

BPlague
QOTD: No I have not whats holding me back is nothing I just need to go to the wine shop and get one maybe this weekend.
January 23, 2008

David
I had Petit Verdot at Heitz Cellars in Napa. I didn’t find it particularly pleasant.
January 23, 2008

raffi
Never had a PV before, but it sounds intriguing. My wife likes the lighter sweeter wines, but she’s being more adventurous lately. I’ll be picking one up.
January 23, 2008

Adam J
QOTD: Never had a PV. I suppose I’m waiting until I’m on an expense account.
January 23, 2008

Charlie Macchia
QOTD – I’ve only ever had one 100% Petit Verdot – a grape in its pure state that I sought out for a very long time (I love big fat Cabernet, and when I learned that P.V. can be even bigger and fatter than Cab … well, what would you expect?).

The one I found was the Aussie Pirramimma, it was good, but it didn’t kill me – oddly enough, I found it just a little hollow, I’d give it an 88 or 89:

Gary’s right of course, P.V. has huge potential, can’t wait till I get a chance to try one that really kicks butt.
January 23, 2008

Rick "the model" M
Why are you super sad? Is it because of the big bad G-Men making to the Bowl as well as the hated Patriots my good man. Maybe it’s time to re-think what New York football you are going to root for.

On the Wine front. I have hate a PV, I forget what kind, but it was a major fruit bomb.
January 23, 2008

Loolam
What the hell happend on the first wine? You did a complete 180 on it! Did you realize you were supposed to bash it? watch yourself again on that wine…..it makes me think you were starting to praise it and then said to yourself “oh shit I’m suppose to give this wine a thumbs down!” is that true?
January 23, 2008

HuskerJamie
QOTD: 1. Nope

2. N/A

3. Tough to find in Nebraska, I looked today, I’ll have to call around.
January 23, 2008

ChrisR
Nope. When are you going to sell some Petit Verdot?
January 23, 2008

Kev and Ams
QOTD: I have had a bottle of Kent Rassmussen P.V. under the Esoterica label. It was tasty stuff.
January 23, 2008

Mr.Sato
Not a complete variatal… just blended. Sounds pretty intersting though… I shall seek it out! Its my next mission! Yaaay!
January 23, 2008

FTboomer
Never had one but I will certainly search it out.

Don’t have apple tv, SEND IT TO ME AND i’LL LET YOU KNOW WHAT i THINK.

Damn, Sorry, I hit the caps lock by mistake.

cya in Tampa
January 23, 2008

Brandon T.
today’s my birthday and to celebrate i will watch old wltv episodes all day and drink 4 bottles of wine and will pretend high five gary as i watch
January 23, 2008

Matt
QOTD: Used to be a member of the Murphy-Goode wine club – tried their PV through the club and really enjoied it. Never thought to age it – wine doesn’t last that long at my place.

Unspoken QOTD – why yes Gary, I’d love a free Apple TV, thank you.
January 23, 2008

Dave Canada
QOTD – had a priammima petit verdot that was great…..
January 23, 2008

italianwinelover
Quik and to the point…nice ep!!

QsOTD: Yes I did. It was a 2002 Marques De Grinon 100% PV. I thought it was fabulous! My girlfriend sold her wine shop and gave me the bottle. If I could afford it I would have more of that grape for sure!!!

Want to try the Murphy-Goode…closer to my price range.
January 23, 2008

markfarrell22
QOTD: I have never had Petit Verdot, but after this episode I may have to give it a try. I will try to seek out the Murphy Goode (sp?). I am not waiting for this weekend to try Petit Verdot. ; )
January 23, 2008

Estanoche
I’ve never tried petit verdot that I can remember – Can’t really think of the last time I saw it in the places I shop… I’ll have to keep my eyes peeled
January 23, 2008

Neil
Where’s Wednesday’s EP Gary? Because a whole lot of “US” and not even the slightest trace of “you” aren’t changing the wine world one iota on a Wednesday.
January 23, 2008

Dominus
We’re waiting for tonight’s episode . . . Yes, I have no life.
January 23, 2008

chenrys
Really enjoyed the show. We’ve been looking for Petit Verdot varietals for some time. Haven’t found any.

QOTD: I repeat, we haven’t found ANY. We will continue looking.
1) NO
2) N/A
3) We live in Georgia…nuff said.
January 23, 2008

Sharon
QOTD: Nope, never as a varietal, unless it was in a blend… will look to add to my “cellar”.
Good on you for the charity event!
January 23, 2008

Michelle R
I loved the enthusiasm
QOTD: Sadly, I don’t think I’ve yet to experience Petit Verdot.
January 23, 2008

pforty
Fantastic Episode!!

QOTD: Never, can’t find any nearby, but I must do it soon!
January 23, 2008

malliemcg
I discovered Petit Verdot about 3 weeks before I discovered WLTV. Two brilliant discoveries in a single month, can’t complain about this and now, a dedicated PV episode! Cheers for really bringing the thunder GV!

I’ve only ever had two PV’s – a Pirramimma PV and a Hugh Hamilton PV – both from the McLaren Vale in South Australia. I prefer the Pirramimma of the two – its heavier and coats your mouth so much more. The Hugh Hamilton is much more variable in quality (same vintage – so not sure what’s going on there) but has a very interesting story – the vineyard was pulled up because it was looking like the stuff in the barrel would not be worth bottling (which it was, and did and ain’t too bad) for the 3rd or 5th year running. However it seems a combo age of vines and working out how to handle them led to a pretty good drop. I now have 6 bottles left at home, and they are mine, muhahaha!

Cheers for an episode of the awesome grape that is Little Green.
January 23, 2008

Jeffrey Fredrick
What happened to the encoding? Podcast no longer syncs to the iPhone — commute withdrawals!
January 23, 2008

Pastafari Pirate
QOTD: nope, never on its own (though I have as a minor partner in blends, usually CabSauvs).
January 23, 2008

Obama_Man
Never had a PV… I’ll look out for one!
January 23, 2008

yowens
QOTD: Yes, only one, Murphy-Goode
January 23, 2008

Grapedigger
Great episode. Have not had a 100% PV wine…I definitely wann try some soon…Cheers
January 23, 2008

Taylor
Never had a petit verdot, but I’ve always heard you make comments about it and have been curious. Maybe I’ll pick one up soon. By the way, the last two podcasts haven’t worked on my iPod! Glitch of some kind?
January 23, 2008

Cosanostra
I have had several Washington State Petit Verdots. One in particular I remember and enjoyed was Owen Sullivan’s 2005. Only 50 cases though, and sells out on release each year.

http://www.oswinery.com/wines/2005_Petit_Verdot.php
January 23, 2008

Rico
QOTD: never had PV but will keep in my to buy list thats for sure
January 24, 2008

chito
Another enlightening show, Gary. Thanks for the info. I have had the Murph G.
before. This was about 5, 6 years ago though and I thought it was fantastic. The only thing I knew back then was that it was one of 5 varietals used for blending in Bordeaux.I look forward to trying more. Thanks Al
January 24, 2008

Vaun
QOTD:
Only have had one PV in a blend — Yard Dog, Red Head Studio, Australia, 2005 vintage. Have had this blend a few times since and will continue to do so.

A fabulous wine that is surprisingly only $15 CDN in here in Calgary. Blended with Cab & Merlot. Goes with almost any meal. I’d easily put a case in the basement as my “house” wine.
January 24, 2008

NathanB
QOTD: Can’t say I’ve had a straight up PV. Since I am from Seattle, I am interested in what Washington has to offer. I’ll check it out.
January 24, 2008

CHATrBox
Nice job with the PV GVNC! Too bad there wasn’t anything that blew your face off. Watch it with the half point scoring!

I have, but can’t remember the producers so they obviously didn’t blow me away. I guess it’s time to give that grape another try…just for you GVNC!

Can’t wait to watch you on apple TV…I guess I would need to get one first though.
January 24, 2008

Stevo
Had a PV. Calamity. Will pick up more.

watching at work during lunch…closed door of course and I always mute your intros at work!
January 24, 2008

donf
Today I stop lurking!

Had some good Ballast Stone and great Pirramimma PV from Oz. Also, Sandhill Small Lots out of BC. As a translpant from Vancouver to NJ I am loving your store and prices. Gary, if you want to taste some wine from BC let me know as I have brought a stash with me.
January 24, 2008

misswinegirl
1 – yes
2 – Geyser Peak Reserve PV
3 – Don’t wait…always try something new!

Thanks GV for the GREAT reviews!!!
January 24, 2008

stewart l
Can’t remember if I have ever had a petit verdot before. will have to look and see if any PA (HA!) wine stores have any.
January 24, 2008

Chandler
Haven’t had petit verdot yet… Will seek out as soon as possible.
January 24, 2008

Derek
Sorry gary never had PV, but I will!!!
January 24, 2008

Scott F
QOTD: No. And I don’t know why. Hard to come by in Ohio. Guess I need to look harder.
January 24, 2008

Andy
Have had the Trinchero, which was nice, but I don’t think I’d ever pay the $30 or so it goes for around here. Supposedly it was like $17-18 just a year or two ago. Maybe then.
January 24, 2008

HipandKneeDoc
Wacky,

He shows an apple product at the end, and this is the one episode that I can’t get on my Ipod…
January 24, 2008

John M
Best PV is the one I made from a kit.
January 25, 2008

Josh in Burgundy
QOTD: I had a straight PV at a private tasting up in the Rockpile AVA just above the Drycreek valley. It was amazing the only problem was it was just the winemakers bottling, the rest of it was going into there blend. Which is too basd because our whole group would have bought bottles if they were available. But right now it is kind of hard to find straight PV in Burgundy
January 25, 2008

Jayhitek
QOTD: Never tried it. But would like to. Maybe this weekend.
January 25, 2008

NADINE ANTOUN
In all honesty I don’t recall if I did or if I didn’t but next time I am at the S.A.Q. (where we have liquor here in Quebec), I will definitely look into Petite Verdot, I am such a good student, keep it up !
January 25, 2008

Big Nick
Never had P.V. But now that I know what to expect I will be looking for some next time I head to the store. We only get limited things here so I will have to look and see what they have in stock. I would not mind tasting the Murphy Goode.
January 26, 2008

Achilleas in Cyprus
Nope, never had it.
Will ask my favourite wine shop here if they have any and give it a whirl.
January 26, 2008

Paul M
QOTD:
1 – No
2 – n/a
3 – not sure
January 26, 2008

Vinacull
Good meat ‘n potatoes Ep Gary. QOTD: Yes, don’t remember (shame on me), and it’s time to refresh my memory with a nice PV
January 26, 2008

Dan-o
Never had a straight up PV, although I will look for one in the future.
I am a Bordeaux first wine-o, therefore I am sure it will rock!
January 27, 2008

DARREL LAS VEGAS
QOTD: PIRRAMIMMA PV 2001 bought 6 @ 3years ago ,save them for the aged steaks!
January 27, 2008

jaybaer
I agree with some others about Pirramimma. I really like their stuff. Nice Shiraz in addition to my favorite P.V.

I also really like the 2003 Callaghan (AZ) PV made from California fruit.
January 27, 2008

Ryan
QOTD: picked one up from whole foods last week, it was okay, but I am not sure it brought the 8 dollars of thunder that I paid for it… Can’t think of a PV that has excited me. I guess I haven’t had many recently
January 27, 2008

Jack
Love the Murphy Goode Petit Verdot. It is not $23 but more like $35-$40 and worth every penny. If you want to try Petit Verdot start with the best, which is Murphy Goode. If you can find a bottle of the 2002 PV it is awesome and will turn you into a diehard Petit Verdot fan
January 29, 2008

Tommy Vernieri
I’ve had the 2003 Ballast Stone (from WL) and the 2004 Esoterica from Kent Rasmussen (from Wine.Woot). The Ballast Stone was awesome, Christmas spices and cranberry. The Esoterica was not good; it had no fruit, it was all thick, thick tannins. I tried it after one, two, and three nights and while it did smooth out it was still not palatable to me.

I wish I could get some more bottles of that Ballast Stone though.
January 29, 2008

Keith Brown
QOTD: Nope, never had one, that I know of anyway. I guess I’ll wait for the price to get a little more reasonable (i.e. more competition), but hopefully before they become milquetoast like most Cabs have.
January 31, 2008

Sam I
I’ve never had one… I’m not waiting for anything other than a serious recommendation from you for a wine at a reasonable price. Frankly at this point my biggest problem is I don’t have a wine cellar and I swing the several thousands it would take for one. Since these things have the tanins you’re talking about I’d need to cellar them in my nonexistant cellar…
January 31, 2008

Keith Brown
This is TOO funny. I don’t even know if I’ve ever seen a PV varietal wine around here, even at the liquor store. I walk into my local grocery today (and I do mean local, this is not a chain store) and they’ve got a rack of 2001 Pirramimma PV clearance priced at $10! Reviews on Cork’d don’t sound too bad. Well of course I picked one up. Gary, are you messing with me??
February 1, 2008

GR8wine
Yep, I’m a big PV fan. I’ve had 2 of the 3 wines you tasted (Pearmund and MG). Too bad Chris didn’t send you an earlier vintage of the Pearmund, they were better than the still new ‘06 but I agree with your assessments. BTW – how long was the wine opened? I noticed the Pearmund fruit evolved significantly after being opened (for the better).
Best one I’ve ever had was ‘04 Vina Alicia Cuarzo from Lujan de Cuyo. It’s only 90% PV with the rest Grenache and Carignane but it’s awesome — You Gotta seek it out!
February 2, 2008

IPv6Freely
Hmm I’ll have to try one of these!
February 6, 2008

ChezJosh
Zoinks! What am I waiting for? Free shipping!
February 10, 2008

Ian
QOD: Pirramimma Petit Verdot 2002,03,04 (Australia, Excellent!) and Santa Carolina Barrica Selection Petit Verdot 2004 (Chile, just ‘okay’).

Cheers,

– Ian
February 12, 2008

a.erol
â€œPetit Verdotâ€.. tried not.. but the man is gud. will try for him.
February 15, 2008

Carly
Watched this episode a while back and forgot to comment.

QOTD: Nope! Getting around to it. Need a loan to pay expenses before I can buy more wine
March 19, 2008

John Bischoff
Hang in there folks……an affordable Petit Verdot varietal is on it’s way…..hard times for my winery has forced my to make my own from the Petit Verdot we grow — That is the ONLY variety we grow and we are very UP on it and feel it has super potential……

However, the price needs to be a little higher because of the late maturity and the potential in cooler years that there is no crop! We intend to market it as ‘The Merlot Verdot’TM and ‘The Cab Verdot’ TM. Visit http://www.nearsierra.com to get the ’scoop’ on this variety in California and it’s potential for great things to come…….Thanks, Gary, for talking it up!!
John
April 2, 2008

Rob P
Gary…just tried my first PV and it was great. What an amazing value as well. It was the 2003 Hanging Rock PV at only $8.
July 11, 2008

Oakmon's BF
I first heard of petit verdot this year from Wine Library TV. The first one I had was about a month ago and it was the rosÃ© you tasted on this episode. I wasnâ€™t real big on it. I suspected it was because it was a rosÃ© which Iâ€™m not real used to. As I rewatch this episode Iâ€™m having my second petit verdot. Itâ€™s my first red PV and the first bottle from Wine Library that Iâ€™ve ever had. I made an automobile-pilgrimage to WL a little over a month ago. Itâ€™s a 2005 Casale de Gigio. My first impression isnâ€™t real good. It has a funny taste thatâ€™s strangely familiar. I think the rosÃ© had this taste too which suggests to me that PV isnâ€™t my thing. Iâ€™m going to finish this comment after I let it breath for a couple more hours.

No I donâ€™t like it. Both PVs Iâ€™ve had are giving me some sort of bad associationâ€”medicine or something sick related. I donâ€™t like it. I know one or two are not enough to pass permanent judgment on a varietal but I think itâ€™s going to be a while before I go out of my way again to get a PV, especially since I usually like (to varying degrees) almost every red wine I try.
January 5, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
QOTD: I havent had one yet, and I was waiting for you to tell me to have one ( you know, being a sheep and all ).
January 24, 2009

Joe Tom
2005 Casale del Giglio Petit Verdot Lazio IGT
showing very nicely right now
June 11, 2009

Kell Brigan
A petit verdot varietal was the first ever “real” wine I had, and it was love. (Trinchero 2001 — great complexity. Still tasting the finish.) I haven’t tried any others because I see it so rarely, but I definitely keep a look out. (And, now I’m going to watch for cab francs…) I’m also always on the watch for dry, green whites. Sauv. blancs, of course, but they’re so hard to do well, especially here in Zin country. I need to learn more about Alsace wines.)(Actually, I need to learn more about everything.)

P.S. How cool is your mom!
October 5, 2009

Eddie
The best Verdot I ever tasted was out of the barrel at Hanna in Alexander Valley. Purple, plush and ripe. That’s rare for this grape, but Murphy Goode and Rancho Sisquoc get close also.