Greco Di Tufo Wine Tasting

Greco Di Tufo Wine Tasting – Episode #449

April 22, 2008

Gary’s wine book is on pre sale and he talks about his street team and talks about a white wine he is passionate about the classic, crisp wines from Campania the Greco Di Tufo.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Torricino Greco Di TufoGreco di Tufo
2005 Aminea Greco Di TufoGreco di Tufo
2006 Petilia Greco Di TufoGreco di Tufo
Vesevo Greco Di TufoGreco di Tufo

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April 22, 2008

Mario Salas
I have had the Aminea Greco di Tufo as well…and well, his review was spot on, especially on the tire aromas. Pretty bland and the only reason it was memorable was because it was such a letdown.
April 22, 2008

FJDR
“The Canadian Contingency” – this makes no sense. A contingency is something that may or may not happen. Canadians have already happened. They cannot be a contingency in any way that I am aware.

They can, however, be a contingent. A contingent, in the context which you are implying, is a group representing a specific area. A specific area like Canada. So, “The Canadian Contingent” would make some kind of sense.

OK, now exiting Vocabulary Nazi mode.

I have never had a Greco di Tufo before, but would be more than willing to try one. I would also like to try an Avellino sometime.
April 22, 2008

Jared Pondelik
QOTD: I have never had one.

Nice show with some different wines I have never heard of.
April 22, 2008

mbannon
Good show. I’ve had 2 or 3 GdT’s and have been pretty impressed.

QOD – Hmmm…I’ll find something. I’m sure there are dozens.
April 22, 2008

Wana
GV – I’ve been watching WLTV for a couple of months now. I’m totally hooked. I so look forward to coming home from a rough day at the office, pouring a glass of vino and watching the day’s episode. Thank You! You’re the best.

My bride and I fell in love with Vernaccia di San Gimignano a couple of years ago, while, oddly enough, staying in San Gimignano at the (big shout out) Antico Pozzo (antique well) hotel. I’d love to see you do a show on this wonderful and under appreciated wine from Italia.
April 22, 2008

M
QOTD: I thought I knew every varietal but I am humbled to say I am not familiar with Greco Di Tufo. Thank you for the introduction.
April 22, 2008

Jason S.
QOTD: (1) – never have.
QOTD: (2) – now I will.
April 22, 2008

Chippewamike
Never heard of the Greco Di Tufo!?! Hosting a tasting this Saturday though with a summer wine theme– this one just made my selection to bring.

Great show!
April 22, 2008

Dean D.
I’ve never had a Greco di Tufo, and I cannot try a wine this weekend as I’m racing this weekend. No alcohol for me when I’m competing. However, maybe Monday night I can seek out a new Italian white that I’ve not had before.
April 22, 2008

Val
A new lurker and a Russian immigrant. In my opinion it is the best show you have done so far. It is all: funny, serious, angry and humble. Great balance… Congrats on the book!!! I am ashamed to admit I have bever heard of this varietal.
April 22, 2008

Rick D
Never heard of Greco Di Tufo. Not a big fan of burnt rubber. Being a former home brewer and BJCP beer judge, I believe that aroma comes from Phenolics which are usually produced by an infected ferment. Those are likely poorly made wines. 2 that smell of rubber and 1 with no flavor, I think i will PAZZZZZZ on Greco Di Tufo. Too many good things to taste out there. BTW, I just ordered 2 copies of your book, 1 for me and 1 for a gift. Can’t wait to read it.
April 22, 2008

Nick R
I’ve had Greco Di Tufo (I remember because I liked the name) but I can’t recall where. It may have been at a wine class actually.

Italian Wine I haven’t tried – Brunello

I like the homework assignment – my kind of work!
April 22, 2008

BW
QOTD: Never had a Greco di Tufo; I’ll make it next this week
April 22, 2008

Achilles Mike
Wow what an awesome shoe and for being serious it was fun. I have never had a Greco di Tufo, but that lat wine you tasted makes me want to go out and try one. The pricepoint is goo too. Thanks Gary for the show and the concern. We are all learning some new things that will help us keep our shirts unbottened!
April 22, 2008

Kev and Ams
QOTD1: Yes, in Italy last year.

QOTD2: I want to try an Arneis but I can’t find any…
April 22, 2008

sharon
Homework?
April 22, 2008

Mike L
QOTD: I had never heard of Greco di Tufo before tonight. It’s on my shortlist though….because now I’m drooling over the thought of getting some LOBSTER!!!
April 22, 2008

KVolk
QOTD: Nope never
QOTD2: All are possible so we will see….
April 22, 2008

JonE
Another great off the mainstream show. You do what so many of us entrenched in the business wish to do. Thanks

QOTD1: Ofcourse, actually used to sell a bunch of the Vesevo.

QOTD2: 100% Picolit??-I’ve only had Schiopetto blends with a small percentage in it, not enough to clearly identify the varietal.
April 22, 2008

stewart l
I enjoy greco ti tufo. I have visited di San Gregorio outside of Naples. How about a show on Gruner Veltliner wines from Austria?
April 22, 2008

Omallley
QOTD: I’ve never had a Greco di Tufo, but I am a sucker for trying something new, so I am going to have to pick one up. The only problem for me is a lack of choice (the provincial liquor board carries one Greco di Tufo, although it is supposedly a good producer according to Hugh Johnson) and price (29 Canadian bones).

I might have to hit up some private wine shops and see what they’re carrying…

As for this weekend…hopefully I’ll find a GDT, or a Gavi (another Italian white that I’ve wanted to try).
April 22, 2008

Ed Salonia
Thanks for the show Gary.

QOTD… I will decide on Saturday when I go out for dinner and browse the wine list. I will get back to you on Monday’s show.
April 22, 2008

Neil
QOTD: I never tried a Greco Di Tufo and can’t say burnt tire really works with my palate. I might try the Vesevo if I came across it.

I had a bottle of Muller Thurgau from the Alto Adige region of Italy that rocked with fish.
April 22, 2008

Wesul
Ok, so I’m watching the dang show and I’m…
drinking the dang wine and I …
bought the dang book and I’m …
annoying my friends and family with all this dang wine talk AND I’M …
drinking stuff that taste like danged feet, or rocks, or apple peels off a garbage truck, and any other number of wacko assaults on my sanity …

Hmm, fun stuff.

Thanks Gary.
April 22, 2008

LuvsChandon
ok, I had to go double check my cooler (outdoor fridge in lieu of something more formal for chilling my whites and brews). I actually had a bottle of Trebbiano D’Abruzzo stashed away so I’ll open that as soon as it warms up.

How about a show on some Portuguese wines though? (savin’ my Vinho Verde for later).