Laid Back And Tired And When You Are Tired What Do You Drink? Xarel-lo, Of Course!

Laid Back And Tired And When You Are Tired What Do You Drink? Xarel-lo, Of Course! – Episode #423

March 7, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk tries to stay awake and talks about 3/29 and about Xarel-Lo.

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“QOTD: No, never have tried one. Dont recall ever seeing one either but…” by JeffC
“Yo Gee, never knew dat Xarel-lo existed !!??!
Gonna have to try it so…” by wayno da wino
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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Castell Roig Xarel-loOther Spanish White Wine

Links mentioned in todays episode.

March 29, 2008 Party At Wine Library Forum

160 Responses

March 7, 2008

SS Chris
This is my first 1st!!!!!
March 7, 2008

Stephen
Sportin’ the t-shirt today, eh?
March 7, 2008

ValerieM
QOTD: 1) Never even heard of Xarel-lo. Can’t wait to try it with crab legs, some day. 2) Not making it to WL on 3/29.
March 7, 2008

underivy
QOTD: I’ve never had one. Sounds yummy though. I’ll have to remember to pick one up in my next order.

QOTD2: I’m too far away to be able to go. I’ll send some thunder instead (COD).
March 7, 2008

Tom T.
QOTD – yes I have had had a few Xarel-lo wines and also liked them a lot.
QOTD2 – will try to make the party.
March 7, 2008

dank
top-10, yea for sure..
March 7, 2008

Harley Stan
top ten !!!!
March 7, 2008

Augustus
top ten, too!
March 7, 2008

JonK
Uh….. top ten?

Yay?
March 7, 2008

hawkeyeoeno
top ten, maybe, please….?
March 7, 2008

David Dickinson
Top 1 (last one). Have a great weekend everyone!
March 7, 2008

Stan Vasily
Sounds like a great value, I will pick some and give it a try.
March 7, 2008

Kevin Owen
Glad to have you back on the couch.
March 7, 2008

Marshall
QOTD: No and No
March 7, 2008

SS Chris
QOTD #1: I’ve never even heard of Xarel-lo…so, NO!!

QOTD #2: I’m coming…and I AM the Thunder!!!!
March 7, 2008

crank
I’m in.

QsOTD: No and I wish.
March 7, 2008

Tim Vining
wow, top 20!!!
March 7, 2008

laurie in VT
Another enlightening episode, thank you.
I do, however, fully expect Mott to get his t-shirt! Before he’s old enough to retire, preferably! : )

Q’sOTD: uh-uh and nope.
March 7, 2008

TheDumbPhase
QOTD:

Yes & Yes
March 7, 2008

Panosh
QOTD: No & No
Wish I could
March 7, 2008

Hido53
QOTD: No (but I absolutely will seek it out!) & unfortunately not
March 7, 2008

JerseyGirl turned CNY vayniac
QOTD:
1-I’ve read about it in The Wine Bible, but have never tried it or seen it at tastings or in stores.
2-Really really wish I could make it to the crazy-awesome event! Sounds like it’ll be amazing! Too bad I have a business trip that week!
March 7, 2008

Flamenco Girl
I’ve actually has Xarel-Lo before. It was in a blend with another grape, but I can’t remember what off of the top of my head. I do remember it being tasty. Won’t be making it to your party. I’m sure it will be fun.
March 7, 2008

Karl
QOTD #1 : Never even heard about Xarel-lo. And nothing available here at the SAQ (Montreal).
QOTD #2 : Way to far for me…616 km from my place !
March 7, 2008

SoCal
QOTD: No….I have not…..and no I can’t but I am coming in April but you will be gone but mott will be there
March 7, 2008

Kristen
Awesome show! Thanks for Laid Back Friday!

QOTD1: Never heard of it before, but I think it’ll be right up my alley!
QOTD2: No! :,( It was a bit outta my price range for the tickets, rental car, and hotel. I’m thinking about making a pilgrimage to the Wine Lib in August though…

And if I was there on 3/29, I’d *so* be bringing the Thunder!
March 7, 2008

VinoVixen
QOTD: never have had Xarel-lo but just ordered some to try! Will not be making the party…take lots of pics
March 7, 2008

Cephalopunk
QOTD: Yes, I have had Xarel-lo before; it’s awesome. You can find Xarel-lo from a DO called Alella in Spain under the local name Pansa Blanc – it has a little fatness, and is perfect for shellfish. I push the Marques de Alella at my tapas bar quite a bit. This is the grape that makes Cava unique. It can have a little pine needles on the nose and a great acidity. Segura Viudas is another good producer of Xarel-lo (from the Penedes or Catalunya.)

QOTD 2: Maybe. I have to work all day, but maybe I can swap – it doesn’t help that this is my ‘money night’ as a waiter.
March 7, 2008

Palmer
QOTD: I have had some Xarel’lo – on my day trip to Penedes last fall. Albet i Noya is my favorite producer over there and I think Can Feixes had a nice one too.

Unfortunately can’t make it all the way to the right coast for 3/29, but I’m sending some friends your way…
March 7, 2008

EvanR
QOTD: two no’s for me
March 7, 2008

Obama_Man
I’ll be at WL on 3/29, is there anything happening in NYC afterwards?

Never had one, but will surely seek one out!
March 7, 2008

Jeffrey
%comments%
March 7, 2008

Neil
QOTD 1: No
QOTD 2: No
QOTD 3: Thunder? Always.
March 7, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
QOTD 1 — only in Cava
QOTD 2 — alas, no
March 7, 2008

Fangorn81
QOTD 1: No, never even seen it available, I’ll look next time.

QOTD 2: No, maybe my dad will stop in!

This is one of the best “phoned in” episodes I’ve seen. Woo!
March 7, 2008

Scott EJ
qotd 1. I’m with Mott and have never heard of Xarel-lo. It’s now on my list w/Kosher wines, though.

qotd 2. Would love to experience the Xanadu that is WL….but, will not be there. Please do a taping throughout the day, that would be awesome and would certainly put a flame under those who are on the fence to make it next time.
March 7, 2008

Dave Canada
Never had a Xerelo……..
I am so there for March 29th!!!!!
Bringing serious Canadian THUNDER!!!!!! Watch out!!!
March 7, 2008

portland guy
This was an episode?
March 7, 2008

Karl Laczko
Xarel-lo????
SQOTD – Nope, not heard of..
Gary, I’m always going outside of the box…..and have you seen how big that box is??
QOTD – Nope, not coming, you’ve already asked that on an earlier show, and I’m still not in the area…..sad……oh well……
March 7, 2008

jason
QOTD: never have heard of it.
paty – ” if i could, i surely would, stand on the rock that moses stood”
March 7, 2008

Erica37
QOTD: Never even heard of Xarl-Lo but now I gots to seek it out! And I wish I was coming to the Wine Library partay – but unfortunately my travel budget does not allow me to rock it. Pout…
March 7, 2008

Erica37
I also wish I could spell… Xarel-lo. My bad.
March 7, 2008

Linderelli
Short and sweet. QOTD: never had a Xarel-Lo but I do love Cava. D-lish. Sorry won’t be making it out to NJ for the Wine Lib fiasco. . . . the AW clique is awaiting your arrival on the West Coast for Taste Washington. We’ll see you in April.
March 7, 2008

KVolk
QOTD: nope but thanks for the Z word………
March 7, 2008

JMAC
Great show! Always bring THUNDER!
March 7, 2008

Nigel
If I could, I would. But 3000 miles is a long way! Still If I did come I would bring a bottle of Frankenwein from Horst Sauer.
March 7, 2008

Doc Johnson
Never heard of xarel-lo. sounds pretty awesome and will be watching for it.

Wish my schedule would let me come out 3/29, but have an awesome time everybody!
March 7, 2008

musicmanryan
Geez–I wish I could be there for what sounds like the greatest rager of the 21st Century, but I cannot justify the trip from Iowa to my wife. ;(

I just added the Castell Roig to my wishlist. It sounds refreshing and delicious!
March 7, 2008

Scott S.
Gary, the format of the show now has really taken an upward swing. Xarel-Lo, amazing you presented this. I suspect most of our group would have not heard of this wine. As I metioned in an earlier post I recently completed and passed the Exam for WSET Level 3 Advance certification in Wine and Spirits. I only know of this based on my studies. The Thunder Show has really transformed to great education. Hats off! and Thumbs up! Great Show.
March 7, 2008

Amir
QOTD : No i have not had Xarel-lo. To answer question 2, I wish I could come but I live in Dubai. If you’re planning something in the summer, I could hopefully stop by.
March 7, 2008

Syrahhhhhhhhh
QOTD:1 Never heard of it and now that I have I will hunt it down.
QOTD:2 I wish. But, I do have my ticket to see you at Taste Washington in April and I have plans to make the trip to the mecca from Bainbridge Island and see you in August.
March 7, 2008

Chris in Tulsa
Love starting out my weekend with a Laid Back Friday episode!
QOTD 1: Never even heard of it and I read alot of wine books. Will add it along with the Kosher wines on my “Wines to try” list.
QOTD 2: No but I wish!
March 7, 2008

charlie berg
Answer to QOTD: Xarel-lo…rhymes with Lemoncello, sounds delicious, Gary thanks for the intro. I’m gonna try it. I’m scoping out airline tx.–it would be great to be there…
March 7, 2008

GottaGoDrink
Q #1- Nope

Q #2- No can do. Have a great time!
March 7, 2008

Sev
QOTD1: No I have never tried xarel-lo, and have never heard of it. Sounds awesome though, I love the laser acidity!

QOTD2: I am really working hard to come, but still not sure. Going to do my best!
March 7, 2008

Rani Haykal
Great Show!!!

QOTD: Nope, never even heard of xare-lo varietal, but definitely seek out for future consumption.

No, Unfortunately I will not be able to make it on 3/29. I wish it was still 3/22 cuz then I would have definitely made it. But I do not have to be there to continue bringing the thunder cuz I bring it night and day no matter what.

–Rani
March 7, 2008

Utah
Tried it? I haven’t heard of it! But it sounds right up my alley. I love a nice clean tasting white in the summertime, and I’ve been digging spain in a major way.

And, of course, in for the 29th, definitely. North Jersey, no excuses!
March 7, 2008

DavidB
Wow – I thought your head was going to explode! Nice! QOTD: #1 – no i have never had one but will seek something along those line sout soon.
QOTD: #2 – Nope, but wish like heck I could get a flight out there for some of the fun, maybe next year…
March 7, 2008

billyg
QsOTD: No and No. Unless I had one as a house wine in Barcelona and didn’t know it.
March 7, 2008

Siggi From Iceland
QOTD: Yeah I have had Xarel-lo from Torres, called Nerola which is a mix of Xarel-lo and Garnacha Blanca. Never clean Xarel-lo tho. And no:( sorry Gary not now, but someday I will make the trip to NJ to see your store.
March 7, 2008

brorjace
I’ve had Xarel-Lo, but not by itself. In cava of course, and a few other blends.

Would like to come, stuck in the plains of illinois though.
March 7, 2008

Marc
QOTD: 1. Nope 2. Nope (but I wish I could!)
March 7, 2008

Dave
never heard of it, but I have hear of Xango (http://www.xango.com/). Apparently it’s sold using the pyramid scheme/multilevel marketing…
March 7, 2008

MattUD
1. Nope, I plan on looking for it though.
2. Yes, I plan on being there, and how can you not bring the thunder..isn’t that the whole point?
March 7, 2008

JonE
Welcome back to the laid back. Great choice,I think Castell Roig is a great producer.

QOTD: Yes I’ve had Xarel-lo. Mostly by way of Cava.

QOTD2: Crying in my coffee I can’t make it.
March 7, 2008

RichE
QOTD:
NO: I’ve never had a Xarel-lo. Thanks GV for the info
Yes: Making a road trip to WL on 3/29.
– I’m bringing (2) additional part-time Vaniac’s and some THUNDER.
March 7, 2008

shawnandlu
Xerel-lo, as a matter of fact my wife and I drank a case last summer. There is a little wine shop near our condo that sells unusual wines. I was walking by and the guy who works there told me I had to try it. The one I had was a Basque wine. I figured what the heck they sure as hell know how to cook so they must drink good wines. We loved it and went back and bought the rest of the case. The one we had showed a little sweetness, but not too much with some great flavors. And oh my, did it go great with Spanish food!
March 7, 2008

Dan A
Never had xarel-lo, but will be looking for it for sure! Sorry, can’t make it on the 29th…

I’m having the controvertial Mike Weir right now… I totally agree on the crazy tannins and get the concrete dust aspect! I’ll be trying the 20-some hour decanting to see… Already opening up after 3hrs decanting

Cheers!
March 7, 2008

Anthony L.
No never tried Xerol before and Yes I will be attending the party on 3/29
March 7, 2008

pearl
gary i think mott needs a night off or a raise. he looked pretty beat last night when i saw him picking up my net order last night.
March 7, 2008

grape expectations
QOTD Part the first: No, I haven’t. Never even heard of it before this episode. But now I’ll be on the lookout.
QOTD Part the second: No, but I really wish I was . . . See you at Taste Washington, though.
March 7, 2008

kaybee
Never heard of it before, thanks, will try to find.

QoTd
Can’t come on March 29th but it sounds like fun!
March 7, 2008

Ben F
Great week of shows GV I never even heard of Xarel-Lo, so no i never had one…. I am going to try like heck to get down to Mecca on the 29th… There are some major things going on in my life so it is tough to give a definite answer now… I would be coming from Reading PA 2 hours away…
March 7, 2008

Tooch
hey gary -

never had a Xarel-Lo before, will be ordering some to give it a try.

should be there on 3/29 with the rest of the Latuchie family. 3-4 of us total I think. not sure if we’ll do the restaurant after 3pm, may just head back to Edison for some bagels and lox (the Latuchie favorite).
March 7, 2008

Withnail
QsOTD: No and no. (Urging friends in NYC to attend.)
March 7, 2008

E
Q1: No, unless you’re counting Cava, but I loved the Lorenzon ribolla gialla if that’s any consolation.
Q2: I can’t, I have my own charity wine shindig to throw!
March 7, 2008

ChrisR
QOTD: I’m coming out from Tucson, AZ to the Dirty Jerz on 3/29 … to attend a wedding Guess where else in Jersey I’d rather be that day? Yup, at the fantastical WineLibrary mecca
March 7, 2008

Bill & Wendy Wilcox
I’ve never heard of Xarel-Lo, no surprise. But, Wendy has never even heard of Xarel-Lo, BIG surprise. However, we are sitting back with a Chardonnay (K) by ViÃ±a Luis Felipe Edwards Ltda. Its a 2006 Terra Vega Chardonnay, Bin No 921 from Central Valley, Chile… peaches, long plate, some acidity, a little sweet. Dynamite with our local Quebec cheese of the evening… a creamy, slightly salty, “Fou Du Roy” (Kings Jester) made for raw cow’s milk.

Looks very good for Wendy and I to be there for the 29 March. I have set Friday and Monday aside as travel days. Saturday, WL and all our Vayner nation friends to-be and Sunday to poke around NJ and points North.

If you can book Wendy and I for the after WL restaurant that would be fantastic.

We will now start the search for an interesting Canadian wine to share with all… hopefully something no one out side of Quebec ever tried.

I guess we could used a recommendation on a nearby Motel.

Thatâ€™s it. Fun episode!

Wendy and Bill
March 7, 2008

pete c
Nyet!, Da!, Da!
March 7, 2008

xtrmtk
QOTD1: Nope, never had a Xarel Lo, it’s going on my to-do list.

QOTD2: I wish, but I’m doing a winery tour in Argentina that week.
March 7, 2008

Nathan
QOTD: Never even heard of Xarel-lo before today. I would love to come to the wine library but unfortunately im too far away and my vacation is for the week prior.
March 7, 2008

mrzitro
Top 85
QOTD: no. no.
March 7, 2008

Chippewamike
QOTD 1: Never even heard of Xarel-Lo but will seek it out this weekend.

QOTD 2: Can’t be there–NCAA regional final tics here in Detroit!

Have a great weekend and thanks for a fabulous show.
March 7, 2008

JC
QOTD:1)No, sounds good though.2)Maybe, can’t commit,but I’ll definitely stop by the store Saturday.
March 7, 2008

jaye
Soooo, is an hour-long drive considered out-of-town enough to get in on the Basilicos thing? Would love to join if space available for me. Making this my birthday present since my birthday is on 3/30.
March 7, 2008

mastertchris
Nope never heard of it, but will add it to my list.
Not gonna make it on the 29th, pretty long haul from the bayou down here. Hope to stop by with my thunder during my late July road trip though.
I want to see Mott’s tees linked up soon!
March 7, 2008

Rob D
Showin’ some love for Flair!! Love it!

Thanks man!
March 7, 2008

C-Lo
Nice show GV. My grandfather was Catalan, so I’m excited to try this wine in his honor (which leads to the QOTD: no I haven’t tried it). Wish I could come on March 29, but I have prior commitments in Michigan and Atlanta that weekend. Just promise you’ll do another event soon! Keep it real.
March 7, 2008

Taylor
loving the the episode!
QOTD I havent had a xarel-lo, but i am trying to expand my white wine palate, I would really like yo make it to the party and most likely will and i am deff bringing the THUNDER wether I’m there or not!
March 7, 2008

tuscanbob
Great show…thought you were going to fire that glass of wine right through my screen.

I’ve had Xarel-lo but only the bubbly…spanish cava rocks and is a reeeeedonkulus value compared to champagne. I have not had any still Xarel-lo yet but certainly will. Love albarinos and rieslings so it sounds like it’s up my alley.

The 29th sounds like a blast but I just can’t swing it….too busy bro.
March 7, 2008

ChezJosh
Q1: Does it count if it’s in the form of cava and blended with other grapes? If so, yes. If not, no.

Q2: Sorry, Gary.
March 8, 2008

nougat
Yes, I ain’t never not had a Xarelo (No). I am definitely going to try hard to not miss and maybe even make it to the event on 3/29 that I am looking forward to attempting to be at (Maybe).
March 8, 2008

Fred
QOTD:Have a ball, people!

Nice weekend.:)
March 8, 2008

J Crazy
Can’t get out stateside for the bash but will definitely have a few glasses on the day and be there in spirit (inebriated spirit).

Xarel-lo and me are down when it’s in Cava but haven’t had it as a still wine. Must search it out and expand my palate.
March 8, 2008

Marc
QOTD1: Yes!! I’ve tried Xarel.lo before! it’s from my beloved homeland Catalunya!! (I just feel a little nostalgic and also proud when I see you presenting Catalan wines…)
There is an organic wine producer, Albet i Noya, which has a 100% Xarel.lo and a Xarel.lo-Chardonnay blend. Also I’ve tried it in cava (although I’m not a big fan of sparkling).

QOTD2: I’d love to come, but NJ is a bit far from SoCal (also, having a 6-month old baby makes traveling a bit difficult :S)

Hugs from Irvine and thanks thanks thanks thanks thanks… 999,999 thanks for the show!!!
March 8, 2008

Yoni Rabkin
QOTD1: nope.
QOTD2: …nope.
March 8, 2008

OregonMike
QOTD- Haven’t even heard of it, and I even worked at a Spanish restaurant for awhile!
Out of curiousity, is it grown anywhere outside of Spain, or is that the only place to get the X hook-up?
March 8, 2008

Craig Rost
I have not even heard of Xarel-Lo. I am sorry I can’t make it. I am starting a new job on Monday.
March 8, 2008

Medo
Very good show! I had some Xarel-Lo as I went down to Spain last year. Good stuff, but prefered the Verdejo’s and Albarino’s to Xarel-Lo.

#2 No, unfortunately not… NJ is a bit toooo far away from Frankfurt, Germany.. even there are direct flights th NY.
March 8, 2008

BruceP
I have not had a Xarrel-lo before. Sounds good though. Unfortunately I will not be at the big WLTV bash. Too far to come from California, and I travel too much for work already. hope everyone has a great time. The Vayniac parties here in SF have always been good fun.
March 8, 2008

Ryan
if that’s u tired, i’d hate 2 C U with energy
1=no
2=no
March 8, 2008

Katherine
1: Never heard of it. Don’t think I can use it in Scrabble, either… it has a hyphen and is a foreign word.
2: Sorry, can’t come. Vivian sends her regards.
March 8, 2008

YoungDave
QOTD 1: Only in Cava
QOTD 2: If it weren’t 3000 miles away, you KNOW I’d be there. See you on the west coast soon enough and BEST with the Vayniac bash!
March 8, 2008

Michael DeFino
I have had Xarello quite a few times and have had it in a blend with Chardonay. Great wine!!!!!
March 8, 2008

Sharon
Hope you’re having fun at SXSW!
QOTD1: Nope, but it sounds excellent! I’m up to 46 varietals.
QOTD2: Yup! We already booked hotel and yours truly is driving!
March 8, 2008

MrJCG1
Gary,

Fun show.

QOTD1: Have not tried one. Will definitely pick one up.

QOTD2: Will definitely be there on the 22nd….errrr 28th….errr 29th. Yeah, that’s the ticket.

BTW: If you need any help with your Fantasy Draft, let me know. I was the CDM/USA Today’s $20,000 winner in 2001. Here’s my tip of the day for you…Hanley Ramirez…Good? Absolutely…Top 5 pick as touted by several mags? No way.
March 8, 2008

redfrog
QOTD: I am there……. Hopefully, rolling deep, car pooling of course, but the Thunder will be in tow!!!!!

Never the Xarel-Lo, but I will give it a test drive.
March 8, 2008

LarryTheWineGuy
I Have enjoyed Many Xarellos With Shellfish…Great Crisp Grape…. You forgot to mention that most people have tasted Xarello in some form as it is one of the 3 basic grapes in Spanish Cavas even the crappy Freixnet. Cavas or Spanish Sparklers are made from Xarello, Parallada and Macabeo. I think Ruedas should be next and taste some Nice Sauvignon Blanc Like Verdejos…also very Fish Friendly!!
March 8, 2008

Martin
That’s double no for me, maybe next year?
March 8, 2008

J-Pipes
QOTD: Only if I can figure out how to get safely back across the border
March 8, 2008

Scoot70
1) Never had it, but will try it….
2) Wish I could be there but can’t.

My QOTD- Who cleans up your wine spillage?
March 8, 2008

Dominick Mack
I will most definitely be there on 3/29!
March 8, 2008

Bill
1. not yet but looking forward to it.
2. cannot make it; I’ll be in Northern Italy.
March 8, 2008

Steve B
QOTD #1: No.
QOTD #2: Yes! and Yes!
March 8, 2008

Jim in Atlanta
1. I believe I have had one because I have gone to a lot of Spanish wine tastings. And I enjoy Cava.
2. Sorry I can’t make it. Sounds like great fun.
March 8, 2008

Sassodoro
QOTD1. Yep, I have had it, but not many.

QOTD2. I wish I could come, but I can’t make it. Have a great time!
March 8, 2008

half century
Qotd; never heard of it but it’s on order
Qotd; absolutely!!!
March 8, 2008

Rajiv A
QOTD1: YES!!!! I’ve had that exact wine at a store tasting (pton corkscrew) a month ago. My notes were also pretty close to yours! Which is a HUGE encouragement for me in developing my palate:

CastellRoig Xarel-lo 2006:
NOSE: Good fruit, warm stones, some yeast (the winemaker said they ferment for 6 months), some ripe pear, slight apricot.
PALATE: Clean, crisp, slightly sweet, but with excellent balancing acidity. Light body, nervoux acidity. Focused. Clean, fresh lemon finish. Long. $16. 85pts.

I got STONES and APRICOT just like the V-man himself!

QOTD2: Look out GV. Look out Vayniacs. A massive Princeton contingent may show up!!!
March 8, 2008

thefanjestic
Qotd: Nevef even heard of this wine until this episode! And I love that, because it makes me feel like I haven’t even scratched the surface of wines! I don’t want to go into reruns on varietals just yet! Thanks GV!
March 8, 2008

Dean D.
QOTD: never had xarel-lo before. Never even heard of it before. Now I’m off on a search to see if I can source this locally in BC.
March 8, 2008

Surekat
QOTD1: nope, but will put it on my “to drink” list.

QOTD2: nope, and i can’t even pretend to put it on my “to do” list.
March 8, 2008

Robin C
QOTD: First time to hear of Xarel-lo and will look for it if I can remember the spelling. Just picked up a Panarroz Tinto and a Can Blau (carignon, syrah and grenache). Looking forward to trying them.
March 8, 2008

NADINE
Hey Gary,

You know I love Spain and I love sea food so just the other day I made a home made paella sort of, lol It wasn’t exactly the same but we had Argentinian white wine and now that I know the white is good as well, especially this particular Xarel-Lo one …. will definately seek it out, thanks for bringing it to our attention, have a great weekend
March 8, 2008

Dan Mc
Haven’t tried any Xarel-lo yet, but have heard of it. Looking forward to it.

Sorry I don’t have the money to fly up to the mecca for March 29th, wish I could!

Loved the energy on today’s show!
March 8, 2008

amgryger
QOTD: Only in cava.

I will be coming on 3-29, but I am not sure if i will be there for Basilicos.
March 8, 2008

LauraG
QOTD 1 – Only in Cava, but it’s on the list now.

QOTD 2 – Hmmm… I’ve got a boatload of frequent fliers, and am becoming SO tempted…
March 8, 2008

Achilleas in Cyprus
QOTD1: Nope, never had a Xarel-lo

QOTD2: If you weren’t 5500 miles or so away, then I would definitely be there. Hope all goes well – wil be there in spirit if not in person.
March 8, 2008

Susan
Gary & Mott- QOTD# 1: no; #2 would like to but no. Getting ready to start new job…………………………………..
March 8, 2008

Lisa Poplawski
Led here from Brian Solis’ post on you and social media from his PR 2.0 site http://www.briansolis.com/index.htm. Brilliant show!! and even more brilliant concept, energy and use of social media. Just wanted to say what an inspiration this show is for niche industry social media. Thank you!! Already have my dad following!
March 9, 2008

lynelle
never
March 9, 2008

Matt
QOTD: Xarel-lo? Never even heard of it before this show but i will be seeking it out. Isn’t that what its all about?

QOTD deux: unfortunatley, not this time. Having a big dinner party here in big-D that night. But i’ll be serving WL wines all night and wishing I was there!
March 9, 2008

Rajiv A
Gary,

There is definitely a contingent coming from Princeton. As of now it could be 5 peeps, or 25 peeps. It would be AWESOME if we could come to the 3-5 tasting. Either way, we’ll be representin’.

-Rajiv
March 9, 2008

Joel M
Never had the grape, unfortunately. Sounds refreshing. Yes, I am coming. Will be trying to bring others with me from upstate NY, Albany area.
March 9, 2008

Kirk (AKA: slave2thevine)
QOTD: I actually had this very wine about a month ago at a tasting here in Maine. As for my attempt to come to the 29th…things are not looking like this will happen. There was a recent loss in my family that is going to require all of my spare change saved up to make this trip that will reroute me to Orlando for a funeral instead.
March 9, 2008

Kdawg
I’ve had cava’s, but I’ve never had a pure Xarel-lo on it’s own. I’ll definitely check to see if my store has any

as far as the 29th, not gonna be there cause the chicago crew is representing with the judgement of chicago tasting at LFF’s
March 9, 2008

Danny C
QOTD:

No to the Xarel-Lo

And unfortunately no to 3/29…gonna be out of town.
March 9, 2008

Eric Gardner
Glad to see Castell Roig again. Got a few bottles after seeing it on an earlier WLTV episode. Great stuff. There are so many Cavas, and such a huge difference in their quality, that it’s nice to get some help picking. When they’re good, they’re very very good, and when they’re bad…
March 9, 2008

Grapedigger
Fun episode! Never had a Xarel-lo! Our wine monopole in Quebec (SAQ) does not carry this variety!! Next time I visit the US I’ll try to fetch one. Cheers
March 9, 2008

SeaBass
Marking the 29th in my calendar. Looking forward to the first road trip to the Wine Library! Will be coming up from exit 8a. Giddyup!
March 9, 2008

JayZee
QOTD: 1) Nope, I’ve never even heard of Xarel-lo. I definitely will have to try it though. Come to think of it, since I was in Barcelona last summer, perhaps I *did* try it – I just can’t recall. 2) Nope, I’ll be flying over to Geneva Switzerland on business that day. I’ll be with you all in spirit and I REALLY wanted to be there with you all. Major bummer!!! 3) I will bring the Thunder in spirit.
March 9, 2008

agentorange
QOTD 1: No. (we will though…)

QOTD 2: No. (Wish we could…)
March 9, 2008

Brad -73-
never had a xarel-lo
I did have my first cab franc today though. (wine noob)

before WLTV I’d walk in and grab a RED sutter or gallo.
did’nt really matter.
after WLTV I’m bouncing around the store like a pinball
trying all kinds of wine.
thanks gary

3-29-08
YES!
Coming down from She-boy-gan, (sheboygan,WI)
to visit the Vay-ner-chuk!
March 10, 2008

Jason Bonds
Haven’t had a xarel-lo.
Trying to work out a way to get out for the tasting; juggling the schedule.
March 10, 2008

jp
thanks G ill seek this one out and give it a sniffy snif, whirl, and woo-bah
March 10, 2008

Chris D
QOTD – never heard of it and sounds tricky to say. You keep pulling out new varietals on us, thanks for that !
QOTD2 â€“ I donâ€™t think so but it sounds like a lot of funâ€¦.and I could squeeze in a trip to see my parentsâ€¦.hmmmm
March 10, 2008

Mr.Ambassador
Following the great advice to sample new varieties whenever possible; haven’t tried a Xarel-Lo yet.

Really wish I could take the time off work and visit Wine Library (any plans on opening a west coast branch?).

Cheers!
March 10, 2008

Keith L
Looking forward to trying this one
March 10, 2008

Kevin Carpenter
yeah, never even heard of it..it’s my next buy for sure
March 10, 2008

Ryan D
QotD: No yes and absolutely!!
March 10, 2008

Sam Paes
QOTD #1:I had xerello, once or twice.
QOTD #2:Nope, not flying from Brazil on that day
March 10, 2008

Andy & Edie
Never even heard of Xarel-lo, but we are fans of Sancerre so it sounds like it’s worth seeking out. Wish we could go to your shindig but it’s tax season and Edie’s a CPA so we don’t do much until after April 15th. Sounds like fun though!
March 10, 2008

Lindsey
I have had xarel-lo, but never 100% in a non-sparkler. ItÂ´d be great to see you feature txakoli from the Basque Country.

03.29 – wish I could
March 10, 2008

jwhi
the plans are set: will definately attend the big event on the 29th. bringing 3 special guests along, staying the night, and gonna live it up! We’ll be trekking in from down south (South Jersey.)
March 10, 2008

SaraMHCRU
never heard of it but now i’d love to try it!

definitely going to attempt to make it to the party, but not sure yet.
March 10, 2008

donna marie
Have had Cava, but not a still Xarel-lo. Definitely worth seeking out. Can make the 3/29 party after 1:00 pm (have to work) hopefully if there’s parking, I will bring some thunder if the party’s still going on.
March 10, 2008

MtnCharlie
QOTD1: I have not had Xarel-lo. It’s now on my list!
QOTD2: Sorry, not going to be able to make it on the 29th.
March 10, 2008

DARREL LAS VEGAS
Never had Xarel-Lo (hard to find out here in VEGAS)

Lets try PORTUGAL next, those funky port grapes make some great wines.
March 10, 2008

Glen... winecrazy.com
Never had one of those.

But I will now..!!!
March 10, 2008

wayno da wino
Yo Gee, never knew dat Xarel-lo existed !!??!
Gonna have to try it sometime!! Moooochooo Thanx for da Ongoing
Education on the different Wine Varietals!!!

QOTD: Would Loooove to be there with Y’all, but unfortunately gonna
be tied up here in California with several things in da “fire”…….
Will be there in “Spirit”, though……..
March 10, 2008

JeffC
QOTD: No, never have tried one. Dont recall ever seeing one either but will seek out and try. March 29th, sorry, no. I will be there is in mind and spirit though and you can bet I will be tasting some wine that day.

Thanks again, another great show.