Swiss White Wines From Chateau D’Auvernier With Sophie Grosjean

Swiss White Wines From Chateau D’Auvernier With Sophie Grosjean – Episode #396

January 29, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk explores the white wines or Chateau D’Auvernier with the lovely Sophia Grosjean.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Chateau D’Auvernier Neuchatel
Chateau D’Auvernier Oeil de Perdrix
2006 Chateau D’Auvernier Pinot Gris

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Email your questions to Sophie

234 Responses

January 29, 2008

Dan Mc
1?
January 29, 2008

kool booy
2 !
January 29, 2008

Sumit
3rd, darn so close!
January 29, 2008

Karl Laczko
Swiss – cool! I have some mellowing in the cellar, will try some soon.
January 29, 2008

Rob P
Never had a swiss wine before. Looking forward to watching this one.
January 29, 2008

waibeans
top 5?
January 29, 2008

Josh in Burgundy
Probably #5 because I am always too late. I am probably like 12 now that I typed this. Vayniacs are crazy folk
January 29, 2008

Benji
Nice…just finished the AJ Vaynerchuk ep. Happy belated to your bro AJ!
January 29, 2008

sobojosh
10 baby
January 29, 2008

Hinrgman
Another guest – great
January 29, 2008

trevor corso
Am I wrong but isn’t the bird a peacock? pedrix = peacock
January 29, 2008

*/^_^\*
i love swiss cheese
January 29, 2008

Susan
Gary & Mott- EARLY today!!! Cool!!!!
January 29, 2008

trevor corso
sorry make that partridge – not peacock
January 29, 2008

jason
VIVA LES SUISSES!!!!
January 29, 2008

crank
I’m in.
January 29, 2008

Marta M
Hello again – on the TOP!
January 29, 2008

sobojosh
lol, love the ending

QOTD: What would make me come to switzerland? well, maybe you could tell your country to give my country a lot of money so our dollar would get out of the crapper… then I could afford to go
January 29, 2008

Anthony L.
To 20? I’ll have to watch this when I get home and leave another comment.
January 29, 2008

David Dadekian
Thanks for another great guest. Just the other day I was looking at an appellation map with France, Germany and Italy appallations labeled and I thought, why aren’t there any Switzerland ones? So this was a great coincidence. Thanks again.

DD
January 29, 2008

Greg Stefos
Top 20 and a top notch show. Interesting subject wines.
January 29, 2008

Mikie C
Great ep, GV! Not only did Sophia know her wine, but what a wonderful laugh! And man could she spit!!

Seriously, though, she was clearly able to look you in the eye and be just as honest with you as you with her. I was impressed with how the banter was light hearted, yet also very serious. A wonderful balance. Nice job!

qotd: Bringing la Suisee to our public eye, just like this visit and interview you just did. I’ve heard so many things about your country. Now, hmmm, how to finance a trip???
January 29, 2008

Scott
Did anyone else hear Gary say “AJ, google that S***!” at 4:17? Haha.

Oh my first post ever. Yay.
January 29, 2008

Medo
Greetings from Germany Sophia! Great show! Enjoyed alot great swiss wines till now!
January 29, 2008

Dominick Mack
Look at when she gives the second wine, a whirl. She looks like a fish!
January 29, 2008

mlong
GV has to control the conversation. can’t help himself. i love watching him try to hold back.
Not in the cards most of the time.

Sophia !! You were wonderful !!!
January 29, 2008

Neil
QOTD: I have a swiss army knife and love swiss cheese now all I need is a swiss wine for the perfect trifecta!
January 29, 2008

Ryan D
QotD: Shows you how much I know about Switzerland, I didn’t know it had a big wine culture. One of my biggest regrets is not studying abroad in Switzerland when I had the chance. I will definitely look for some wines and it won’t take much for me to visit the country… just some money and the chance!
January 29, 2008

Robin C
I liked Baroness Sophia very much. Great credentials, extremely knowledgeable, competent, lovely personality.
QOTD: I haven’t been to Switzerland since I was a child. If someone sent me a ticket, I’d love to hear Romansch and taste the wines.
January 29, 2008

Grapestompper (Dave)
Excellent episode! These are the types of episodes that are informative and interesting. I’m interested in trying ALL of those wines even at that price. Love the info!! Great job!
January 29, 2008

jason
gary, you tapped into it. nobody is talking about swiss wines. i live in switzerland now and they don’t get exported at all. i know a wine maker here and he was joking about how we drink the best and send the rest. i still have not tapped completely into it all cause i am stills searching out the french wines and happy that i can get good italian and spanish wines. france gets the bottom of the barrel from these countries so they feel better about themselves.

Chasslas is made in alsace also. not everywhere but it is there. search out paul blanc. it is true though, it is the zinfandel of switzerland. it is everywhere.

QOTD: switzerland is a beautiful country. unlike most of it’s neighbors huu humm france, many of the people speak english very well. this makes it very easy for travel. the train system is very complete also. there is a word that kept coming up in the tasting which is “clean”. as a country, it is impeccable. it is a great country yet expensive. the prices for the wine on the show is pretty much in line with top swiss wine.
January 29, 2008

Karl Laczko
Great show Gary, another guest who enhances the experience, that’s quite a few this year.

QOTD – I’ve been to Switzerland a couple of times and like what I’ve seen. I’ve heard great things about Swiss wines and am lucky enough to have some (sorry Sophie, not yours!) waiting for a good moment to open.
January 29, 2008

Marta M
Buahaha – the ending!!!

QUTD: I was in Switzerland just for a few days, but I was amazed, how clean and perfect everything was there. My first impression was, it’s the best place in Europe for living.
January 29, 2008

Grapestompper (Dave)
One question though. Do you think Gary can really be honest whith the producers sitting right next to him? That would be tough.
January 29, 2008

DannInNH
Gary, you’re on a roll this week. Two very enjoyable shows due to the guests, not necessarily the wines. The interaction with guests is a pleasant change.
QOTD: I would want to try the Swiss wines because they aren’t price too high and the Master liked them.
January 29, 2008

Kev and Ams
Sophia is awesome!
January 29, 2008

Kmarie
One of these days I’ll leave the FIRST comment.
January 29, 2008

PhilB
Great ep!! Switzerland really is a special place for wine… I love the way they can blend syrah, gamay and pinot noir and make a gorgeous red… BTW, Chasselas is also grown by some folks in the Loire Valley, in Pouilly FumÃ©!

I’ll be visiting Geneva in the months to come, can’t wait to taste some Swiss wines!

PS: Perdrix is a partridge!

Best regards from Paris,

PhilB
January 29, 2008

Benji
QOTD: I’d be happy to visit and see the Swiss Alps alone. Discovering great wine would make the trip even better! Haven’t tried a Swiss wine yet but have had many Alsatian rieslings and an Austrian wine…Schwarz Zweigelt.
January 29, 2008

AndyUK
The Oeil de Perdrix looks like that old Scottish varietal, Irn Bru….

QOTD: I had a Swiss barber once, Andre, nice guy..
January 29, 2008

Roland
anybody else think sophia was sexy? something about that accent and a passion for wine i guess
January 29, 2008

Dave
Riiiiiiicola!

I need to learn more about the Swiss.
January 29, 2008

Kev and Ams
QOTD: I think Alpenhorns are made in Switzerland… right? I think I could live in Switzerland, they love Hockey and soccer.
January 29, 2008

Kelly In South Dakota
HI Sophia I have been to Switzerland and enjoyed it very much. I wasn’t a wine person then but my boys at the age of 12 and 14 just loved the beer garden. Their mother was a little shocked that they could drink at that age but it was a very good experience for them. I would love to try your wine now. I will be watching for it. Gary does the wine library have anything to offer?

Kelly
January 29, 2008

GrapeStuff
Great show!

QOTD: My girlfriend’s pseudo-parents (nanny and her husband) live in Switzerland. We are going to try and get out there this year for a visit. Dont know much about Swiss wines, but that Pinot Gris looks intriguing!!
January 29, 2008

Little Jonny H
Nice show GV! Even with a bit of a language barrier you were able to communicate about the wines, and shed some brilliant light on the Swiss.

QOTD: I think that the scenery, banks, and watches are more of an attraction to Switzerland than anything else -rivaled in quality by few other places. However, to have some indigenous wine on top of all that, would be amazing…
January 29, 2008

Tim Skrivan
Gary,

These last two episodes were terrific. I began to realize that wine is just your medium to declare to the world – embrace life – celebrate the little things- love family – cherish friends – delight in others. Your skills with your guests are amazing – You brought the best out in Sophia as you did with your kid brother. The ability to extract the personality from your guests harkens back to the skills of Johny Carson.

WLTV is my 10 minute vacation in the afternoon of each day – thanks,

Tim
January 29, 2008

Paul M
QOTD: I actually know a fair bit about Switzerland, I lived in Geneva for 3 years when I was young (I know that Cafe de Paris in Geneva is the best steak in the world). But, since I was too young to drink I know very little about Swiss wines. It is probably not the wines that will get me back but my love of the country.
January 29, 2008

Mandy
Why does Europe have to be so expensive? Would love to go someday when I’m rich.
January 29, 2008

Leephus
Sophia is hot! Great guest GV!

What would make me want to go to Switzerland? Week long parties with great wine and wonderful people like her! =)
January 29, 2008

JoeyB
Interesting show about Swiss wines. Sophia was a great guest.

QOTD: My fiance is of Swiss ancestry so I would love to drink Swiss wines and visit Switzerland. She has never been there and I have only passed through the airport. Such an intriguing country.
January 29, 2008

BigBob
I want to move to Switzerland and become Sophie’s Baron!
January 29, 2008

Shadowbird
QOTD: Not much aside from the cheese. I might visit Switzerland if I suddenly won the lottery…but I wouldn’t go alone.
January 29, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
I have to say, in 13+ years of haunting wine shops, I think I’ve seen one Swiss wine. A very interesting show

“T”
January 29, 2008

Nick A.
Now that’s a real guest. She totally owned the rocketboom girl. Is she mad at you for interrupting her all the time Gary? Keep him in line MOTTTTTTTTT!!!!

Here’s a great question:

Is AJ joining the family business?
January 29, 2008

David
The only thing I knew about Switzerland is that the are good bob sledders. Just watch the movie cool runnings. But I would love to try those wines.
January 29, 2008

Mathieu
QOTD: Chocolate… hmmm… chocolate
January 29, 2008

Taylor
Great episode, really loving all the guests recently!
QOTD If at all possible I would love to make a trip out, to me it seems like the the country is romantic and clean(weird combo I know) can see myself deff making a trip there one day!
January 29, 2008

Grapestompper (Dave)
QOTD: I love Pinot Grigio so that makes me want to give the last one a try. As for as Swtzerland goes…Hmmm, don’t know.
January 29, 2008

The Lukas
Whoa Whoa Whoa,
Where’s the table cloth gone?
it’s been gone for a few episodes now, and i think it needs to come back.

QOTD:
I’m not the biggest fan of Europe, don’t ask me why, but Switzerland is the exception.
I went there when i was 17 (5 years ago), and everyone i met was so nice.
My dad and i rented a car and drove up and down a mountain, the scenery is amazing, it’s something i’ll never forget.
Another thing i remember, is that Lunch is a big deal over there, i think, either way, i ate a lot, and the food was amazing. Shame i wasn’t drinking wine back then.
I recommend it to anyone.

Thanks for another great show Gary (and Sophia)
January 29, 2008

brorjace
Sadly, I’ve never had any Swiss wine, but I would love to go and visit, it looks like a beautiful country.

Another great show guys, you are picking some pretty good guests. How is it that your guests always upstage you a little?
January 29, 2008

Danny
Good show!!! and her accent was very cute :O can I say that?!?! and not get in trouble?!? to bad I did it anyway.

QOTD: I don’t think I have ever had an swiss wine, but this definitely motivates me to want to try it. I have a bigger respect for it now that I know what sort of values and traditions the wine makers there are keeping alive. Well I know one thing about Switzerland now… beautiful women!

Well I’m off to buy a plain ticket *CHEERS!*
January 29, 2008

Dean D.
QOTD: I live in an area of world class skiing, so of course a visit to the Swiss Alps would be in order for me! Finishing off the day apres ski, with a swiss wine would be icing on the cake.
January 29, 2008

Sharon
QOTD: Well, I like Swiss watches. Have a Movado and a Tag. Although, since I
had the movement replaced in the Tag I feel like it’s a Swiss shell over a generic heart.
Nice show, the Pinot Gris sounds great, will try to remember to look for it! I’ve never considered Swiss wines before.
BTW Plastic Man is also a great song by the Kinks.
January 29, 2008

Plminer
Great show and very unique, never tried a Swiss wine before, gotta seek one out. Thanks Sophia and GV, especially Sophia for putting up with GV. Notice how she demanded his respect and attention? Well done!
QOTD: I’d love to visit Switzerland and try their wines, slating it in on my next Eurotrip, once the darn dollar recovers that is. Seems like an amazing place!
January 29, 2008

Stan Vasily
What do I know about swiss? That Sophia must be the HOTTEST chick in that country and I want to visit her!!!Very good looking, owns a vineyard,and very rich! Gary is she Married and If not will she marry me? Rather have Sophia that Pamila Anderson!!!!!! Plus she is now a TRUE VAYNIAC. Great show!!!! Hot Chick!!!!
And the Wine what more could you ask for?????????
January 29, 2008

Pablo Gutierrez
Great show, it’s refreshing to hear from a pino gris that doesn’t suck.
QOTD: Huge fan of Roger Federer and now of their winemakers
January 29, 2008

purplejuicebruce
QOTD….I was in Switzerland in 1964 it was the most beautiful part of Europe
and the people were so friendly and kind I would love to go back and try the wines of the area. Thank you
January 29, 2008

Marshall
QOTD: Its got alot of hidden guns and alot of mountains.
January 29, 2008

Doc Johnson
hmmm. Swiss thoughts……other than packets of instant hot chocolate? Snowy mountains, green valleys, a hatred for fast cars. I would love to try some swiss whites, I don’t think I’ve ever seen them. I’ll have to keep an eye out.
January 29, 2008

malliemcg
QOTD: What do I know about Switzerland – Not much – I know the capital is Bern and not Geneva but that’s about it – well that, watches, bank accounts and mountains. Can’t wait to visit one day, and now I know something else about it – there is wine there
January 29, 2008

AVP
QOTD: The best combo of them all, wine and skiing, would make come to Switzerland (well you could be cheaper). But for you not being a part of EU would give me (a Finn) an opportunity to purchase tax-free European wine – so that rarity too.
January 29, 2008

hdawg
Nice show. Sophia was a very cool guest. Interesting stuff about Swiss wines, too bad that they are not easily available in the states.. I’d really like to try some

QOTD: Been there, stayed 4 weeks in Interlaken/Meiringen area, Switzerland is a BEAUTIFUL country. Only thing keeping me from going back is that its very expensive. Wish I’d known about wine when I was there, would have brought some back
January 29, 2008

Marc
QOTD: I love Switzerland! I had the pleasure of filming watchmakers from Raymond Weil make their masterpieces in this wonderful little building in the mountains overlooking a beautiful valley. An experience I will never forget! While I was in Geneva, I bought an Alsace Pinot Gris and a few months later impressed the GM of the Prince DeGalles Hotel in Paris by ordering the same wine at lunch. It was a feel good moment…unfortunately, I haven’t tried any Swiss wine..yet.
January 29, 2008

passthecab
im like all the pretty girls on the thunder show!
January 29, 2008

passthecab
i mean, im liking all the pretty girls on the thunder show… hahha! you are ok too gary
January 29, 2008

WillSka
Terrific show today. I am looking forward to hunting down these wines and finding a case of the Pinot Gris. I love it when you have guests, Gary!

My wife thinks AJ is a “little puka shell” and that’s a good thing.
January 29, 2008

Brandon T.
QOTD: I would go to Lucerne to drink an elegent smoothie made of Petit Verdot grapes, fresh tangerine and lime juice, with a little swiss goat milk frozen yogurt. The elegent Sophia could also slather Gary’s bottom with the left over Petit Verdot grapes and we’d all splash in the lake and recite poems and laugh? Plus the jazz moment, with excellent sexuality.
January 29, 2008

Deano
Gary this episode was awesome. I wish i could get my hands on the pinot.

QOTD:
-I would love to visit the land is so beautiful over there. I could also get my hands on some of the wines too
January 29, 2008

Dave Canada
Wow……that was probably the worst episode I have seen of late…..that girl had no personality and she brought your energy level down my boy! She was very nice but just not a personality for TV……..what happened to gettin the Vayniacs on the show….that would rock…..forget these producers!
Having said that….I am keen to try Swiss wines so will be on the lookout
QOTD – great cheese, neutrality,
January 29, 2008

WinÃ˜
That was a very good ep.
Mikie C got it just right, keenly observing Sophia’s wine savvy, expert spit and great laughter.

Yesterday’s brother ep was quite ok and even moving in parts, but this was good TV. I think it opened a door for many to Swiss wine.

QOTD: Swiss wine, and Switzerland for that matter, needs more of this, visible exposure of Swiss quality and charm.
January 29, 2008

Kristen
Ah how I’d love to try those wines! And it’s funny, I just had my first Swiss wine (2004 Fondant Valais Suisse), a Chasselas last night when my friends and I ate raclette!!! Et Sophia, merci Ãªtre venue Ã la Thunder Show! Vous nous avez donnÃ© beaucoup d’information sur une rÃ©gion que la plupart des AmÃ©ricains ne connaissent pas. Est-ce que votre chÃ¢teau donne des visites guidÃ©es? Je voudrais bien la visiter!

QOTD: I’ve never been to Switzerland, but I do want to go. I’ve had several Swiss friends (francophones et germanophones)so I’ve learned a bit about the country.
January 29, 2008

Chandler
Great episode Gary!

QOTD: I don’t know too terribly much about Switzerland, but if I had the funds I would love to visit the area. Along with wine, I am very interested in other languages and cultures.
January 29, 2008

KyleLikesTies
I don’t know if anyone else has mentioned this already, but perdrix = partridge.

Awesome show; I have to agree with everyone saying that Sophia was the perfect guest: Cheery, knowledgeable, and French-speaking :~}

QoTD: I travelled for a few days (in central America) with a Swiss, so I’m already convinced I should visit! He never mentioned anything about wine, though, so now I’ve one more reason.
January 29, 2008

EricB
Great job Sophia! I would love to visit Switzerland some day – my ancestors came from that country and it looks like a beautiful place to live.
Eric Beyeler
January 29, 2008

grace
QOTD: i would love it if I could order these wines online! I’ve never had Swiss wine and am hoping to make a visit soon.
January 29, 2008

Withnail
Great guest!
(What was she fiddling with on her dress (on her left side, underneath
her heart)? I think she did it 5 times. No big deal, just curious.)
QOTD: St. Barnard’s with rum barrels on their necks looking for lost skiers.
January 29, 2008

Withnail
P.S. I don’t think you should score wines when you are tasting/taping next to the proprietor. The descriptions are enough.
January 29, 2008

John P
QOTD: Iâ€™d love to visit Switzerland and try the wines your family makes. I was there at the age of twelve and loved the jams. I’ll bet the wine is fantastic!!
Gary, the show was great and so was Sophia. How about signing off in Russian.
January 29, 2008

Harley Stan
Sophia and Gary, great show today, I have never thought of looking at switzerland for wine, just chocolate. I will have to seek one or two out.
QOTD- I know very little about Switzerland other than the chocolate kicks butt over anything we have in the states, the watches are the best in the world, and the pocket knives are very handy. From the little I know about the country it sounds like a great place and I would very much like to see it someday. Thanks for a great show today!
January 29, 2008

Kirk
Great to see some guest showing up on the THUNDER Show….When are we going to see Maynard James Keenan on here? I was pretty sure Gary Promised to get him on…once he started having guests again. Ok…Sooo the
QOTD: What do I know….I know that Switzerland has great sking, and they border Germany….I also know that I would love to come visit the country once I am done with my schooling….
January 29, 2008

thepiratedoc
Any insight into Sophia’s tasting method? Seemed to purse her lips and allow some air into her mouth while tasting … Tried it with my Malbec and got way more aromatics (esp. alcohol) than with a closed-mouth whirl. What say you, GV?

Sorry to be such a scalawag, Gary, but there’s another comely wench gracing your decks, matey! Aaarrrrrgggghhhh! Aaarrrggghhhh! (Two Arghs=good mojo)
January 29, 2008

J-Pipes
Great and informative episode!!!!!!
QOTD: I don’t know much about Switzerland except that I always enjoy anything I eat that has been imported from there, and now I am definitely interested in trying some wines from the region as well!
January 29, 2008

The Fanjestic
Qotd: I forgot what it was. My wife and I were playing with our daughter.

Good episode, and very cool to be exposed to different cultures!

Gary – again thanks for continuing the show – it’s awesome!
January 29, 2008

Canadian Chris
Nice dude. hilarious I was watching thinking geez man give her the bucket first and you pass it over and give us all a wink.

QOTD: Have a good friend there, I know it has a high standard of living, beautiful countryside. I’d drink the wine if it showed up in my local shop (here in canada, eh?!), and would be happy to visit if the CDN dollar was stronger!
January 29, 2008

Zakk Forchilli
Beautiful intelligent young lady. Loved having her on the show man. Loved it.
January 29, 2008

Moselman
Must be some strange air around Kitchener that DC would be pretty much alone in not appreciating your lovely guest, Sophia (Sofia?). OTOH, she’d probably think my disdain of dark chocolate was pretty weird, too. Also, pretty radool to be able to out-spit Gary. I prefer the aerated whirl, too â€“ the closed mouth approach I find tends to accentuate the heat/alcohol to the detriment of the balance of the wine. IIRC, JPiper would agree.

Chasselas is produced by at least a couple of wineries in the Okanagan, I believe, as is zweigelt. Probably inspired by Swiss ex-pats near or at the top of the vinification chain.

QOTD When we lived a couple of years in Europe, we found Switzerland to be our favourite destination. Always said if we were ever kicked out of Canada, we’d head for Zurich. Superior service was the byword, sensible and comfortable amenities abound. Endless hot water in those great big bathtubs made for soaking and/or visiting… Rare in Europe back in the day.

Didn’t drink a lot of wine there, as we were budget travelers, barely past CKC-dom. And the dry hotels were bargains, including the usual Swiss service.
January 29, 2008

Candace
I’d visit Switz. b/c all of my Swiss friends are badass, intelligent, multilingual people who rock. I love their wine and chocolate.
January 29, 2008

ev
18C X 1.8 + 32 = 64.4F
January 29, 2008

kevin D
Great show gary loved the guest and the accent. All I know about switzerland is that roger federer is from there. I would love to visit.
January 29, 2008

Yourfrienddownunder
Love to go to ski, meet some mountain goats and drink wine from the unknown bad boys of Europe. Loved seeing a wine maker/family guest on the show and love that Gary is willing to criticise the wines regardless.

Tim
January 29, 2008

Yourfrienddownunder
Love to go to ski, meet some mountain goats and drink wine from the unknown bad boys of Europe. Loved seeing a wine maker/family guest on the show and love that Gary is willing to criticise the wines regardless.

Tim Wilson
January 29, 2008

Araldite
Another great show, Gary.

QOTD: I’ve been to Switzerland many times; I worked for a company headquartered in Basel and had to go there for meetings regularly. They were always wonderful hosts and, on off hours, took me all over the country by car or by rail. Memories: I remember shopkeepers sweeping the the street in front of their stores when they opened, I remember someone yodeling as they walked to work in the morning, I remember storybook towns like Grindelwalt that were out of a picture book, I remember a revolving restaurant on top of a mountain in the Alps eating cold meats and cheese and drinking wine with an old friend (007 bar). I remember many other things. I’ve been to other countries but I always loved Switzerland.
January 29, 2008

Rajiv A
Great Show, Gary!

Very interesting region. I have not tried any wines from Switzerland, but I am intrigued, though they seem tough QPR’s.

QOTD: I never thought I’d be saying this, but I’d really like to know more about the terroir and how it translates to the bottle! I’d love to come to Switzerland again anyway – Last two times I was there were for the Montreux Jazz festival. Some of the best days of my life!
January 29, 2008

Mr.Ambassador
Hey GV,

What a fantastic featured-guest and winery for today’s WLTV. Like most viewers I haven’t had the opportunity to sample any wines from Switzerland yet, though they certainly appear intriguing.

QOTD – The concept of “terroir” is the primary reason I’d enjoy sampling wines from Switzerland. We’ve all seen the beautiful images of the countryside there and it would be nice to pair some of the visuals with suitable wine-impressions from the same region. It’s always interesting to compare the profile of “local” (Northwest) varietals with their counterparts from around he world. I’d like to see how the Pinot Gris you sampled compares to many I’ve tried from Oregon!
January 29, 2008

FJDR
QOTD: I know that it’s named after the canton of Schwyz and I knew what the four languages were before you mentioned them. And of course the Alps and Swiss banks and Zurich and all that. I’d love to visit.
January 29, 2008

Susan
Mark E – GREAT job!!!! The voice you did for the plastic monster is super!!! Thanks!!!
January 29, 2008

Christopher J
Gary, did I hear an S-bomb fly? (AJ, Google that s#&%!) With a very lovely guest no-less? Is your brother a bad influence?

QOTD: Nice people, culture, geography and wine apparently. I never thought of Switzerland as a wine country until now.

P.S. – to convert C to F, take the C temp, multiply it by 1.8 and add 32!
January 29, 2008

Susan
QOTD: Would LOVE to visit Switzerland for a month or two. I have a friend who is Swiss. I have another who goes to Europe every summer and always says Switzerland is his favorite European Country.
January 29, 2008

Scott EJ
Ok….time to book a flight to Switzerland.

QOTD: The chocolate, scenery, culture, architecture, and beauty.
January 29, 2008

Chris Braun
A fun episode — a chance to learn something since I’ve had little exposure to Swiss wines.

QOTD: I visited Switzerland once, and would be pleased to go back. It’s beautiful and a very comfortable place to visit — nice people, easy travel. Our best friends are of Swiss heritage and often serve us raclette or fondue, but we generally have American or German wines with them. I’d love to learn more about Swiss wines and try pairing them with these dishes.
January 29, 2008

wrc105
Great show, I didn’t realize that there were Swiss wine out there.

QOTD: Swiss? Chocolate, timepieces and bank accounts…I take a trip to Switzerland when I go to the Black Forrest of Germany.
January 29, 2008

JordanW
QOTD: Guess I’m the typical American*… Don’t see Swiss wines at my store, so they must not produce any, right? Well, I’m very glad to say I learned a lot this episode. Very fun and knowledgeable guest.

*Canadian actually
January 29, 2008

Andrew H.
Gary, Great episode. Thanks Sophia!
January 29, 2008

Fibonacci
Hey..What’s her real name…Sophia(on the episode title, Sophie(in the link to email her) or Sophoe (on the actual email address)?

I’ve only ridden a night train through Switzerland from Milan to Heidelberg.. No nothing about Swiss wines and really enjoyed learning about them. I’m going to look for some here in the US but will plan to visit and try the wines there.
January 29, 2008

Fibonacci
That should have been “Know nothing”…sorry.
January 29, 2008

Fibonacci
By the way, Sophie, are you just recently married? I played with my wedding ring just after I was married (decades ago) the way you did on the show today.
January 29, 2008

Rani Haykal
Great Show!!!

QOTD: I dont know too much about Switzerland…which is funny because my little sister just spent the last 5 months there at an internship with the W.H.O.. I would definitely love to visit though. I just wonder what the absolute best varietals would be for the climate they have there.

–RH
January 29, 2008

Scott
Great Guest show!

QOTD: I’ve never had much desire to go to switzerland before and really wasn’t aware of the wines. I’ll be looking for swiss wines now and will add it to my list of places to visit.
January 29, 2008

Anthony L.
This Swiss Miss, seemed a bit defensive of her family’s wine…Huh? LOL.

BTW, Gary did you tell her to wear that outfit? Looks like she just jumped out of a Ricola Commerical.

But seriously, great episode. Love learning about wines from non traditional wine countries.

QOTD: Never been to Switzerland, but I’d love to go skiing there.
January 29, 2008

Sev
Great episode, Gary you are contantly educating us! Did you curse, by the way, 4:18 into the program?

QOTD: I work at a small wine store in New York, and we have a Swiss customer who makes your country, and your wines seem simply incredible. Also, I cannot imagine a better spokesperson for your country and its character than the well-spoken, intelligent, and humble Roger Federer. Thanks for sharing your wines!
January 29, 2008

tuscanbob
man….I hate it when the tape dropes out
January 29, 2008

JamesN.
QOTD; I would love to visit Switzerland, and if there, I would have to try the local wine, even if it is a little spendy. I would never purchase the wine here though. I have visited Germany & Italy, and I love Europe but its pretty hard on the pocketbook. There is just never enough of them Bones!
Thanks for another education on the Thunder show.
January 29, 2008

KVolk
What a fun show and I learned the Swiss have their own grape that is very versatile.

QOTD: I already want to visit and now I can look for the wine too.
January 29, 2008

tuscanbob
Enjoyed the show, but there are no swiss wines to be found here (in the states)…the big wine store near me doesn’t carry any, and a search on wine library’s site resulted in none, nada, nichts, aucune, nessuno (trying to be as multi-lingual as the swiss). What’s the point? Just torturing us?
January 29, 2008

Julia L.
oh Gary this was the episode i was waiting for!!! thank you thank you thank you

QOTD: I am a Swiss/American double citizen and as such am a VERY proud spokesperson for my country, if you have never been, it is the apex of all that is good and lovely, nice people (nicer than Germans, come on admit it! LOVELY scenery, hopping cities, teeny centuries-old villages, and the most awe-inspiring mountains in the world, and now of course FANTASTIC wine, im SO excited to take my new husband to visit my family over there and the country next summer up in Kreutzlingen. Its going to be the trip of a life-time, and the first trip since ive really started to enjoy and learn about wine!
January 29, 2008

Grapedigger
Great show…Maybe GV could watch the show again and learn how to “swirl” elegantly like Sophie I’d certainly like to visit Switzerland mainly to experience nature’s beauty and learn more about their culture as well as drink some fine wine and eat all kind of fine chocolate. My only swiss wine experience so far was with Zweigelt but I tend to seek more varieties from there…Cheers
January 29, 2008

Mike Z in SD
QOTD: Great stuff, and good to see guests like Ms. Grosjean on WLTV.
I’ve been in Switzerland only once. We visited Interlaken, Gimmelwald, and Berne. I remember a train ride we had that went along the shore of Lake Geneva and through a lot of vineyards, through the town of Morges. It was a beautiful sight, and one I’ve carried with me a long time. My wife spent a month in Morges training in music; we’d both love to go back… and try the wine this time!
January 29, 2008

E
Actually that sounds like great fun, even if I can’t speak Romansch.
January 29, 2008

PFORTY
OKay great, great episode!

QOTD: Can’t wait to visit Switzerland, and after today’s show I am excited about Swiss wines. Thank yoU!!!
January 29, 2008

MonkuWino
Very good show today! QOTD: What would make me want to try Swiss wines? The show today, no question about it. I just wish there was some place to buy them around here!!
January 29, 2008

CV
Gary Thanks! I could watch Sophia swirl and spit forever! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
January 29, 2008

JonE
Great EP today of some wines I’d love to get my hands on from the geek status. And as alsace sort of a guy I’d really like to taste that PG

QOTD:Chocolate,skiing, engineering, and a better life expectancy-does it get any better? Sophie I’m opn the next plane.
January 30, 2008

CoolHandLuke
I have always wanted to go skiing in Switzerland.

Cheese Fondue?! Flash back to 1972. Oh wait, I wasn’t born yet.

The Oak Monster scared me! i thought that poor woman wasn’t ready for the Oak Monster but she handled herself well.
January 30, 2008

Tommy Vernieri
Thanks for coming on the Thunder Show.

QOTD: I think it would be fun to visit Switzerland. I’ve heard great things from some friends who stopped by as part of a larger trip around Europe and went hang gliding. It sounded like a lot of fun.
January 30, 2008

CoolHandLuke
Just read Anthony L’s comment and laughed my ass off! Ricola nailed it!
January 30, 2008

Andy
My daughter plans to spend a semester in Switzerland next fall at hotel school. If that’s not a compelling reason to visit, I don’t know what one is. Plus I got a raclette grill recently as a birthday present, and I enjoy hiking. Sounds like a slam dunk. But I wish Switzerland weren’t so expensive.
January 30, 2008

In Vino Veritas
Interesting that GV liked all the wines today. I’ll have to keep an eye out for Swiss wines.

QOTD: I’ve been to Switzerland. It’s a beautiful country. And all that talk about taking pride in their craftsmanship is true.
January 30, 2008

JoshL
Always amazed to see how well the foreign folks speak English…well…I’m a foreigner myself, but I pretty much grew up here…so as for today’s show, again, a novel information that I’m very thankful to have gained gratis. I doubt I’ll try them any time soon since the gist of the show was that they’re legitimate wines but you can procure something of similar quantity with much less bones. QOTD: unfortunately, I hardly know anything about Switzerland, as I said, I doubt I’d try your wine anytime soon (though it’s always my goal to try something at least twice…so hopefully eventually I will)…and I’ll probably visit Sweden before Switzerland. thunder thunder thunder cats! huhoooooooooooooooooh~
January 30, 2008

JoshL
oh i meant similar quality, not quantity…..just had about 3/4 of chauteau st. jean 2004 cab….must be getting drunk already…well, at least that means my liver is still working.
January 30, 2008

TROC
Switzerland is not the only place Chassela is made, Berthoud of Sonoma makes a good one and without all that Pretense. When you do your Sir Gary shtick you should invite her back. Now that would be two peas in a pod.
January 30, 2008

Omallley
Being a in British Columbia, I’ve been lucky enough to have a local Pinot Blanc/Chasselas mix by Quail’s Gate winery – a real treat.

QOTD – after having 40 y/o vines grown in Canada, I would love to try Chasselas from it’s home country. Although some may see it as neutral, I would love to try the “real thing” “:)
January 30, 2008

downtnmark
QOTD: I was sent to Basel Switzerland once for work.

I practically fell in love with the place. It is clearly the confluence of cultures, yet the Swiss-ness of this border town still shone through. And the best oart was being just a stone’s throw away from French cuisine in Moulhouse, France. If it weren’t for the November snows, I might have thought about staying there. (Sorry, I was born in CA.)

Interesting perspectives from your guest. Thanks for having her on the show.
January 30, 2008

Jaybird
It would be great to see the Alps, although it would be quit a long trip just to sight see. I don’t know much at all about Switzerland so I would need a great tour guide that could accommodate me with a castle suite. Of course I would try the wine especially with swiss cheese and I’m sure I would enjoy the culture which sounds laid back and friendly.

Hey Gary keep bringing the cute girls on, a little eye candy never hurts the thunder…
January 30, 2008

Hotshot162
QOTD: Things I know about Switzerland and make me want to visit the country…the Alps, the cheese, of course home of Martina Hingis and Roger Federer; and now the exciting wine from Switzerland!
I always want to try some Swiss wine, I just don’t where to find them!!
January 30, 2008

Fred Liu
My mom’s sister lives in Switzerland, so It is not really unfamiliar to me…I think I will be there someday. And, try different things.
January 30, 2008

Hotshot162
The link to the guest’s email doesn’t work…Mott can you fix it?
January 30, 2008

Kidder
A.J. GOOGLE THAT SH*T?????? Hey I don’t miss a beat- Dissin’ on the
Swiss Miss G.V.. I’m Makin” funeral arrangments – I dont miss a beat…
She has a laugh like Arizona chick!!!!! YOU DONT SPEAK FRENCH OR
GERMAN!!!!! SHE CAN’T DO ANYTHING FOR YOU HA HA HA!!!!!! But hey!!!
you speak Russian!!!! How friggin tough is that language, my grandfather
is from Orenburg Russia-Peace Christian…. GREAT SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
January 30, 2008

Oregon Jim
QOTD- I like the idea of clean grapes. Very Swiss! Swiss Chocolate and Bird’s Eye while watching the sun set on the Matterhorn. I am ready to go.

Most dessert wines seem to start sweet and finish with a rush of acidity for me. So this Pinot Girs sounds intriguing. Starts with acidity and finishes with a touch of sweetness. I like the sound of it.

Gary, I like the pretty faces (with something to say) lately! (not including AJ. I’m not saying girls wouldn’t think so, just doesn’t do it for me.)
January 30, 2008

J Crazy
Google that shit…hey I can type it if Gary can say it gosh da$nit.
Hilarious.

Much love to all the guests who risk being taken down on the Thunder Show.
QOTD: I’ve been sold on Switzerland for some time and am just waiting till my bank manager says I have enough mula to afford the trip. But man, what an amazing country for wine. In between, Italy, Germany, France, Austria and California! Too bad they’re so expensive and low production.

Tom E killed it with the Thunder Cat.
January 30, 2008

YoungDave
QOTD: SWISS WINE!! Well, if the US dollar wasn’t so WEAK right now, I think I would’ve already had some wine from Switzerland. As of now, I know about their bank accounts, their perpetually “neutral” status in international conflicts, and the fact that they like to ski.
January 30, 2008

RANDI
I bet AJ is hungover!

Great episode, very informative..thanks Gary & Sophia.
January 30, 2008

Chippewamike
Awesome episode. May never find Swiss wine, but I have a better understanding
January 30, 2008

wyldshaman
QOTD: Interesting you ask that, just after i read an article in Conde Nast Traveler “Dollar Power” about where the dollar goes furthest. The Euro has strengthened alot against the Dollar, but Switzerland never switched and still uses the Swiss Franc, which has not run up as much against the Dollar. Thus making Switzerland a nice place to visit, when compared to other places in Europe.
January 30, 2008

Rich S
Great episode GV!!! You know I am down with the Swiss, especially after just spending 3 months there. I drank a ton of Swiss wines while over there, including chasselas, dole, merlot, etc. Great episode!!!
January 30, 2008

Anthony L.
Come on Gang. We need more comments than 154. This is such a great episode for comments. Excellent material.

How about Gary almost getting dissed on the handshake. She gave Gary a subtle look of Horror, like he was reaching out with a gapping blood drenched claw….
January 30, 2008

Traveling Vineyard
Excellent video as always! I’ll definitely be sharing as some friends didn’t believe me when I returned from a trip, the Swiss actually do have some fabulous wines!
January 30, 2008

Elliot Essman
I made a point out of trying Swiss wines. I have had the ChÃ¢teau D’Auvernier NeuchÃ¢tel 2005, the Bonvin DÃ´le du Valais 2005, and the Bonvin Humagne Rouge 2005. Swizerland is more than just Roger Federer, although he’s fun to watch.
January 30, 2008

DanielJ
QOTD: I don’t know much about the Swiss except they have mountains and beautiful women…. and the’re smart! Way to step away from the Jets trap Sophia.Well done.
January 30, 2008

Tom T.
I’d love to go to Switzerland to ski those awesome mountains. And to drink some wine and eat the food.
January 30, 2008

Brian
Great show.
Never been to Switzerland or had the wines.
So many places to go and wines to drink. Looking forward to trying as much in ‘08 as possible.
January 30, 2008

Phil G
Haven’t hear much about Swiss wines, but look forward to finding and trying some!
January 30, 2008

nicollette
Visited Switzerland on our honeymoon. Champery, Montreux and the Matterhorn specifically. Didn’t have any wine while we were there. Definitely a goal to go back and see more of the spectacular country and get to know the culture. I will be seeking out the Rose featured on the show, for sure.
January 30, 2008

JerseyGirl turned CNY vayniac
Great episode. I love Sophia’s accent. It’s very pleasant.

I loved the bit at the end too… hilarious.
January 30, 2008

wm mole
What a treat Gary and Sophia!
You continue to amaze with these high quality shows Gary. What a class act. Sophia!!!!XXXXX …You’re a real doll and winemaker too! I’ve been trying to find some Swiss wines but…no. Thanks for coming onto WLTV, you were a real treat.

QOTD: I wanted to go there because of the people, culture and terrain and I went. It was better than I could have ever imagined. Swissair hired me. Your culture, civilizion, geography and tradition is the best.

This show really hit home for me, my wife and I went there, and my son was born there…..he, Jubal,…Zurich, 1971. BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY and Beautiful people!!!
January 30, 2008

hasbeen
Excellent episode, a Baroness wow! Sophia is sharp, and what a great heritage!

I havenâ€™t had a lot of Swiss wines, but these sound like wines that I will definitely have to seek out.

QOTD: Switzerland is one of those places I have always wanted to visit. It is on my bucket list.
January 30, 2008

Carlitos
QOTD. Switzerland is so pretty. I really enjoyed my time there. I’ve actually never tried one of their wines. It’s probably because I’ve always seen them as too expensive and mainly whites. But I understand that it’s very difficult (read expensive) for them to work the vineyard. I guess I’ll try to find one now.

Sophie was great. These multicultural European countries produce such talented young people!
January 30, 2008

Willem
Cool episode! Her English is amazing, and she must speak French and German fluently (seeing as she’s from Switzerland), I feel humble and small
I would love to sniffy-sniff and taste that rose, too.
January 30, 2008

HuskerJamie
Great episode guys, Sophia was awesome.

QOTD: I know there are Alps, bank accounts, and good hot chocolate.
January 30, 2008

Color Odor Sapor
Great episode… glad WLTV will continue on beyond the 400 mark so we can enjoy many more like this one! I live in Munich, Germany (just over an hour from the Swiss border) and Swiss wines aren’t very common here either so I always make it a point to purchase the ones I can get my dirty little paws on. Definitely a region worth covering. Keep up the great work!
January 30, 2008

Eric A.
Good show! I actually went to Switzerland this past summer since my brother and his family were living there for a while. Zurich is a beautiful city…wish I could afford it.

QOTD: The wines aren’t bad at all, but they are expensive compared to what you get here for the same price. However, I’m still always willing to give them a try because (a) Switzerland is BEAUTIFUL, (b) their winemaking history is pretty extensive, even if most of us don’t know that much about it, and (c) a couple of their really great winemakers are working in New Zealand, making some awesome wines there. Oh, and the fondue and raclette are all seriously tasty.
January 30, 2008

joel delon
Bonjour la suisse ! gary i’ve got the eye of the partridge (perdreau in french and perdrix when female)cause had a vine shoot going into my eyes while pruning today in the trellises
QOTD : switzerland is too small military planes are obliged to cross the french sky
January 30, 2008

JeffC
Wow, another great show for the record books. Thank you Sophia. I had no idea
Switzerland was producing wine. I have never seen any in the retail shops or restaraunts here in NC. I would definetly seek out and try them if they become available. Any chance Wine Library will be carrying some in the future??

Also, great finish to the show. Thanks Mark E.
January 30, 2008

Dave in Leverkusen
QOTD: I’ve seen Swiss wines at a few shops in Cologne – will definitely give them a try after watching the show.

Thunder Cat was the 2nd best guest host of the day!

Dave
January 30, 2008

Kidder
AJ!!!! GooGLe That SH*T!!!!!! Yeah!!!!!!
January 30, 2008

Anthony L.
I’d like to recommend that Gary adopt the Thundercat’s method of tasting wine.
January 30, 2008

Kevin Stone
Love the way she diss’d the JETS… must be a Giants fan!
January 30, 2008

wayno da wino
SWISS VINO in da Hizzy !!!! How COOOOOL is Dat !!?!!
Da Show just keeps gettin’ Better & Better !! Thank You, GeeVee !!
Gee…… i don’t think Sophie was to enamored wit’ Ya when Ya gave
her Rose a 88-89 score….She was NOOOOOT HAPPY wit’ You!!!

QOTD: I know Switzerland has Beautiful Mountains, Gooooorgeous
Woman….Got me bags packed & ready to go !!!!
January 30, 2008

MtnCharlie
Sophie, Thank you so much for being on the show. Really enjoyed listening to you talk about Swiss wines. I would like to say I have had a Swiss wine but I think the closest I have gotten is Austrian.

Thanks Gary for having Sophie on the show. One of the best interviews so far. Very informative.

QOTD: I have had the fortunate pleasure of visiting your fine country with my family. My daughter loves Switzerland and Austria and cannot wait to return. What I think of when I think of Switzerland is; the longest tunnels I have ever been through; crisp, cold, alpine air; majestic mountains; some of the most picturesque vistas; soft alpine tundra; the music of cow bells; waterfalls; tiny cottages perched high on mountainsides; Sherlock Holmes.
January 30, 2008

BigBob
Want more info on Swiss wines?

http://www.dreyfusashby.com/Swiss4Pager2007.pdf

or

http://www.swisswine.ch/
January 30, 2008

BigBob
Here is a good reason why they are expensive. Dezaley is perhaps its best vineyard… Try working in this. No machines possible.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/11392572@N00/979351767/
January 30, 2008

wayno da wino
Oh Yeeaaah…….
Dat Thunder Cat at da end of da Show was a Kick-in-da-Ass!!!
You’re Tooooo Much, Gee……
January 30, 2008

Characterlost
Awesome episode GV, what a hip lady too, yeah it would have been super funney if you pretended to just hate one passionatly, and have her feel uncomfortable, then you reveal you were just joking around. great episode. i think i am going to try some rose.

QOTD: this episode!!!
January 30, 2008

Machine
I think the Swiss neutrality might be infectious, but you both made it look glamorous. Good clean fun!

QOTD: fondue
January 30, 2008

BargePlus
Careful Gary: What Europeans call a lime tree, we call a linden tree, i.e. not the same tree.
January 30, 2008

JohnnyC
Awesome show would love to try that rose.
January 30, 2008

CindyW
Very fun and educational episode. Thanks for spending your time with us, Sophia!

QOTD: I was lucky enough to take a short trip through Switzerland when I was a teenager. Traveled through the Alps, and ended up spending a few days in the Lake Geneva area. It is perhaps the most romantic, beautiful place I’ve ever visited. Gorgeous setting, wonderful food, and the very first place I ever had a sip of wine! I don’t know what kind of wine it was, other than being white (was only 16, so what did I know about anything???). I have always wanted to go back, and someday I’m sure to visit. Next time, I’ll know what wines to try.
January 30, 2008

Derek
Dude…that kicks ass, I love this show!!!
January 30, 2008

Atreyu
Nice episode!
I am curious about swiss wine and I might try some in the future.
QOTD: I’d like to go there because of the landscape, I love mountains!
January 30, 2008

drydrew
QOTD: If you are like Gary, and like the funky stuff. Go to the Swiss Alps wear you will have razor sharp crisp air and step in the cow dung I have visited Switzerland several times (4). My little brother lives in Zurich he married a Swiss girl.
January 30, 2008

Gabriel
Great show, I will definitely look for the rose. Just so you know, some Chaselese is grown in the Puget Sound appellation of Washington State. Mount Baker Vineyards. It is tolerant of the cool, wet climate up here.
January 30, 2008

John S
Gar

Good espisode – it can’t be easy getting Swiss wines across, but Sophia, with little bit of you, totaly whet our appetitie. Congratulations to Sophie for getting more than a couple of words in over the great Vaynerchuck!

Now you know you’ve gotta adopt the Thundcat tasting method in one of your (more crazy) episodes! C’mon you know it’s gotta be done!

QOTD: Learnt to ski in Switzerland, lovely villages beautiful mountains, unfortunately I wasn’t into wine then (being just 17), but I’m going back to ski again – This time I’ll definately be checking out the vin.
January 30, 2008

Wine Not?
Great show, Gary and Sophia, although like the other Vayniacs I am jealous that I can’t taste those wines as well!

When you mentioned “Oeil de Perdrix”, it made me remember my visit to Napa a couple of years ago. We stopped by Trinchero/Sutter Home and they had one of the original white zin bottles there and guess what they called it? Oeil de Perdrix! No kidding! The guy at the tasting counter said that the name was too intimidating so they changed it. Crazy, huh?

QOTD: I’ve been to Switzerland twice and loved it, but never tasted any Swiss wines while there. It is a beautiful country though!
January 30, 2008

L
good show, informative and pleasant guest. PA actually sells the Neuchatel.

QOTD: I know that the swiss may by a referendum of 100k revise their constitution, they didn’t let women vote till 1971, they get a new leader every year, and they also grow some gamay merlot and riesling/sylvaner….
January 30, 2008

CellarDweller
I enjoyed lots of Swiss wine last time I was in Zurichâ€¦ thanks for reminding me of some great times, guys! I definitely want to go back.
January 30, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
Switzerland is one of the most beautiful places in the world bar none. That being said it is expensive but if one can afford it one should go. The wines I had there were incredible and in comparison were not that expensive. Certainly not Spanish or Portuguese prices but well worth the price.
January 30, 2008

AlisonD
Sophia was so cool, she kept right up with you!

QOTD: When I think of Switzerland I think of upscale quality, and beautiful scenery.
January 30, 2008

chenrys
Great show…we’ll have to look for Swiss wines. Thank you Sophia and Gary.

QOTD: Well, Carl’s been to Switzerland…spent some time in Montreux and Geneva. He didn’t drink wine though. I know very little.
January 30, 2008

Dominus
Grande exposition avec un invitÃ© bien informÃ© et d’amusement.

QOTD : J’ai entendu tant de choses merveilleuses au sujet de la Suisse ; le paysage, la nourriture, et particuliÃ¨rement les personnes ainsi moi doivent la mettre sur ma liste courte d’endroits Ã la visite en Europe.

Merci infiniment de partager vos vins avec nous.

Cheers!

P.S. Go Giants!
January 30, 2008

Happyuke
Great show,I like the way she swirls over your swoshing.
We are going to Switzerland this summer,will have to try these wines.
Still waiting for BC wines
January 30, 2008

Syrahhhhhhhhh
OH MY, THE GUESTS ARE SO HOT THESE DAYS.

I learned something Sophie, thanks! I will seek the wine out.

QOTD: You are a fine ambassador for your country. I want to go now!
January 30, 2008

Jon Martinez
I must admit I have never tried any Swiss wines, though I do know they exist. Like you said, these are not marketed very much here for economic reasons. I don’t think the price points were all that bad. You can sure find domestic ones more costly that don’t match up. Sophia was very charming and pleasant to listen to. Thanks for the show.
January 30, 2008

Mia
Very informative show, thank you Sophie!

QOTD: I have had the pleasure of visiting Switzerland and I agree that it is a beautiful country. I even had the pleasure of drinking Swiss wine in Geneva and Gstaad, when I got to Lucerne, we tried the beer! Would definitely go back. Cheers!
January 30, 2008

DARREL LAS VEGAS
BONARDA ,P/V, SAGRANTINO & SWISS WINE!

WERE NOT CHANGING THE WINE WORLD,
WERE ROCKING IT AND MAKING IT A BETTER PLACE!

GETTING ALL FUNKY TOWN ON US, KEEP ON TRUCKING!
January 30, 2008

randyb
Sophie’s laugh was inspiring.

QOTD: Sorry, I don’t know anything about your wines. I would think Italy and Germany would have the most influence on your wines. I’m not sure if anyone cares.
January 30, 2008

The Chinonator
These Swiss wines exude high quality. I especially like what I perceive as truth in their manufacturing. I doubt Mr. Rolland is anywhere to be found with these wines. It is too bad for me that they are in such limited distribution, as I doubt I will be able to find them locally.
January 30, 2008

Matt the Lurker
QOTD – Hot swiss chicks and hot swiss chicks!
January 31, 2008

Mr.Sato
Oh man, one of my all tim favorite eps… right after AJ’s b’day! Sophia is a serious straight shooter! I loved it! And… was that the first ever PS in an episode? Ya, I certainy liked the thundercat tasting. Keep it fresh guys, good job.

I know very little about Switzerland, other than it basically standing for precision. They should make cars. Wait, do they?
January 31, 2008

dave from Osaka (thunderball)
Love that accent, would never have been able place it. Very cool chick Gary!

QOTD: Have always wanted to go to Switzerland…for the food, wine, and architecture. (and of course the people) Will hopefully make it over someday.

P.S. I agree with Happyuke. Bring on the B.C. wines!
January 31, 2008

Matt
Very interesting, they were making wine at that winery before George Washington’s grandfather was born! I love the history of these places. And her accent was pretty hot

QOTD – on the subject of Switzerland I’m neutral.
January 31, 2008

HeadWino
Finally a lady who spits…. I love it.
January 31, 2008

CHATrBox
Another special guest winner! It takes a strong personality to hang with GVNC and Sophia definitely stepped up to the challenge. But, I think it’s going to take a little more convincing to get her to on board with the Jets.

QOTD: I absolutely love Switzerland. It’s one of my favorite places in the world. Absolutely gorgeous and one of the cleanest countries I’ve ever been too. It’s amazing to visit a place where the people take so much pride in their country.
Unfortunately I am lacking on Swiss wine knowledge, but it’s on my list to experience. And one thing you all should experience is beautiful Lucerne Switzerland and a health climb up Mt. Pilatus!
January 31, 2008

CW
I was married in Switzerland (Luzern), though I have no relatives there. I drink Swiss wines when I can find them. As a child I lived on Lake Geneva for a year when my father worked for the WHO. The beauty of Switzerland is almost surreal. It rules in my book.
January 31, 2008

NADINE ANTOUN
Well, I have always been of fan of swiss cheese … so why not give wine a try, definitely in the future am looking forward to visiting la Suisse, great show Gary !
January 31, 2008

Jimmy Bryght
Did you see at 5:20 when Sophia looked like she was going to drink the wine? She was actually using her mouth to inhale the wine since 30% of our sense of smell is in our mouths. We never see Gary do this, not that it matters. He probably doesn’t need to do it anyway! In any case, it’s a very interesting method of sniffing wine and works very well! Try it sometime!
January 31, 2008

JayZee
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Another WLTV CLASSIC. Sophia was awesome and, at least according to GV, apparently the wines were quite good as well. And the bonus video at the end was HILARIOUS! Thanks, again, GV and Mott-ster!!

QOTD: Hello Sophia. Hopefully you will actually read these responses. I LOVE Switzerland. I make 2-3 trips per year to Geneva on business and I have travelled around the area quite a bit. I’ve been going to Geneva for about 20 years, believe it or not, so it is like a second home to me. I have definitely had Chasselet before, but I don’t believe I have tried yours – that will change soon as I will be in Geneva during the first week of April. I look forward to trying this and some of your other fine wines. And of course, I will be having some Raclette and some fondue champignon!
January 31, 2008

John S
Why the hell are we tasting wines we can not even purchase! I only want to see wines I can run out and grap
January 31, 2008

Andrew
Hi Gary and Sophia

Lovely show; fascinating and educational.

QOTD: I passed through Switzerland for a few days in 2006 and absolutely loved it. A beautiful place. It was if I was on a continual journey inside a postcard. Planning to go back in 2009 for a longer stay. Oh and the next bottle of Swiss wine I see in Hong kOng I’ll buy!

Andrew
January 31, 2008

yowens
Thanks for the edu guys! QOTD: I know its snowy. I really want to go.
January 31, 2008

Eric Holm
Fascinating,but too baad these cannot be purchased in USA. Also you may like to drink this while cooking, but what wine do you cook with???????
February 1, 2008

Mason
Fantastic episode!!! I loved the guest and all the info she brought about these wines. It is a darn shame that we cannot get many of these in the U.S., but maybe one day. Thanks, Sophia for all the info!

QOTD: I don’t know much about Switzerland, or it’s people, so I guess I need to read up!
February 1, 2008

Pardus
QOTD: I am living in Serbia and hope to get to Switzerland in the next year or two. As I travel around the region I have been trying the wines everywhere.

Don’t know if anyone else mention it but I believe perdrix means partridge
February 1, 2008

Ferenc Illesy
Amazing episode with an amazing guest.

I (personally) would love to see more wine makers come and tell us about their vineyards, their special practices and make us even more interested in trying out their products.

Good job Gary!
February 1, 2008

Josh in Burgundy
Great episode,
She really held her own with the GV intimidation factor. Very informative as well.

QOTD: I plan on visiting Switzerland in a few months and I will definitely be searching out a bottle of this chateau’s wines.
February 2, 2008

Big Nick
Gary….late a as usual, but better than never. I like the whole small vineyard coming in and tell us their story and sharing some of their wine. Make for some unique viewing. Too bad you cannot swing a deal with these folks to get a few cases in so we can order them.

Qotd: Not sure I am headed to switzerland anytime soon, but if I end up their I will seek out some vineyards.
February 3, 2008

Chad
QOTD: The alps. Skiing. To see that 400 year old castle. and your very fine line of knives )
Great Show!
February 4, 2008

chris the greek
Great guest. Would love to live in a 400 year old castle and pour burning oil over the peasants trying to steal my wine.
Never been to Switzerland but defo on a list of things to do. I’d love it for the wine, the food and of course the snow.
February 4, 2008

SoCal
QOTD: I have been to Switzerland along the French Swiss boarder. I would be interested in trying some of your wines if I can find them.
February 5, 2008

Saubrey
Late, late, late, late comment.
Nice show. Sophie is a doll! I think she was really afraid that you’d come down hard on the wines. Fun.

QOTD: I’ve always thought that Switzerland sounded like a great place to visit. Now I’m really interesting in getting a hold of some Swiss wine.
February 7, 2008

ChezJosh
Crossroads of Europe! Little bits of everything make it a great melting pot, and with such great food and wine traditions, definitely a place not to miss.
February 10, 2008

Dan-o
Interesting show, I do not know much about Swiss wines.

QOTD – I used to travel to France quite a lot. I used to land in Geneva and drive over to Lac Annecy. The Swiss countryside is beautiful. I would love to travel there again some time and not worry about business, but focus on visiting some vineyards and perhaps a 400 year old Chateau!
January 6, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
Nifty show. Great guest… I had never even thought of Swiss wines and Im glad Gary liked them. QOTD: I would love to visit Europe some day and maybe now I should think of adding Switzerland to the list of countries to go to.
August 21, 2009

In.Vino.Veritas
This lady and the tramp show reminds me of my BU days in where I dated a beautiful and refined Swiss girl.
August 21, 2009

In.Vino.Veritas
The ending WTF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!