Tocai Friulano On This Laid Back Friday

Tocai Friulano On This Laid Back Friday – Episode #471

May 23, 2008

A wine that is very overlooked and is drank hard core in Friuli the Tocai Friulano. Starting in 2007 the Tocai part of the name has to be dropped.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Bragato Tocai FriulanoColli Orientali del Friuli

182 Responses

May 23, 2008

AnthonyS
Happy Friday!! Have a great holiday weekend.
May 23, 2008

Dale Cruse
I’m #2 and you’re not.
May 23, 2008

Colin Devroe
I’m loving that Viddler now has subscriptions and tells me via email when a new episode of WineLibrary TV is up! (btw, I work for Viddler but I still think this awesome). Great episode as usual my friend.

Subscribe to WLTV! http://viddler.com/winelibrarytv/
May 23, 2008

Michael Mohammadi
Really love Friuli, nice work! Enjoy the holiday weekend.
May 23, 2008

passthecab
top ten!
May 23, 2008

Roro
Yes…Top 10 baby!

See you next week in SF Gary!
May 23, 2008

mrzitro
top ten
May 23, 2008

Donna Marie
QOTD: Yes. Bastianich Tocai Fruiliano.
May 23, 2008

gastrononymous
QOTD: Not yet; thanks for introducing a great one. And thank you, Gary, for NOT tasting that Pepto-Bismol!
May 23, 2008

Morten Klint
How refreshing to see you so exited about this white. You were a little drunk this time too. Also refreshing to see.
May 23, 2008

tommers207
QOTD, I haven’t as of yet so I guess I’ll be looking for some.
May 23, 2008

ninefingers
NO! but after Gary’s review, I will go to the PA state store to see if I can find it, Then buy it, if its in my ‘retired-worker’ wallet.
May 23, 2008

eugene
I had and it was good!
May 23, 2008

dcseven
I’ve been reading about it and waiting patiently. Thanks for tasting Tocai GV!

Have a very cool weekend!
May 23, 2008

McAdamSandwich
More and more things I’ve never heard of, but expansion is the name of the vino game.

QOTD – Never even heard of this stuff before. I’ll have to find some. Thanks!
May 23, 2008

Dom
Funny I have not yet, but i have recommended the varietal to someone already. That’s a little backwards. But I will definitely try this one. Oh Gary, thanks for signing my bottles of Masperla for my birthday….what a great surprize. I guess my wife asked for something from your ordering department, and you came through with signing the bottles she ordered. She was blown away! Thanks again!
May 23, 2008

Karl Laczko
I don’t remember the show being on this early before, cool – and I was just reading about Tocai Friulano this morning.

QOTD – No, not had one, don’t think I’ve seen (m)any in the shops either. Don’t worry, I’ll get one eventually.
May 23, 2008

GrapeStuff
Never heard of these wines, thanks GV. Will have to try and seek one out.
May 23, 2008

Jay
Sitting here dying at work. I can’t wait for this weekend to start. WLTV was a nice little pick me up.

QOTD: I have not.
May 23, 2008

M
QOTD: No
May 23, 2008

VinoPhilosopher
QOTD – Yes, I have had one. Didn’t like it. I tend not to like floral white wines. That said, I will try another…and another…
May 23, 2008

flynbrian
Never had it(sounds like I should), but I have had the Pepto.
May 23, 2008

Len
QOTD:Never had Tocai Friuliano but after GV’s high score for a white wine, I’ll seek it out and try it….
May 23, 2008

Lee W
Just had the Palmina Tocai Friulana from California and it rocked
May 23, 2008

Phil G
QOTD – i don’t think so… have a great weekend everyone!
May 23, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
QOTD — alas, no, I haven’t run into one yet!
May 23, 2008

Raybo
QOTD – never had a Tocai Friulano but will seek one out to try. The wife might like as well – can only hope as she is stuck on Chardonnays.

Welcome home.
May 23, 2008

BF
QOTD: Nope. I hope to broaden my horizons though. Been watching since early episodes and still only have had about 30 white wines in my whole life.
May 23, 2008

Charlie Berg
Wow. Alright, i’m gonna have to get me some of that. good show Gary!
QoTD: i really haven’t had a chance to explore alot in Friuli-Venezie-Giulia, but now i will.
May 23, 2008

Pete G
Nice job w/ a not -so-common wine that obviously scores big. Scallyups for everyone!

QOTD: Had one once from either the Island or Finger Lakes (NY) nothing to write home about. I’ll be Leonard Nimoy “In Search Of” that 06 Brgatao BIG TIME!
May 23, 2008

JIMMY
Gary, you sold me on this and now it is already sold out.

Dan in Kansas
May 23, 2008

xtrmtrk
QOTD – No, I have not. Sounds like I need to track down this Bragato though. I hope I can find it around Seattle.
May 23, 2008

foulmouthpoet
nope. gotta find this one, my man…
May 23, 2008

Jaybird
QOTD: AHHHHH Nope, how many cases are produced of that a year? I have never heard of it.
May 23, 2008

Andrew Kellner
I’ve nerver had one, but am tempted…by the way whaddup with the Pepto? were you doing a pre-vacation coating of your stomach?
May 23, 2008

ZJK
Good short little shows these past couple days. Lets just say it will hold me over till Tuesday!!! I hope you had a good business break. Pretty sure ill be seeing you in des moines
May 23, 2008

Deano
Wow Gary this sounds awesome.

QOTD:
-Never Have had one
May 23, 2008

Sharon
YES, had a vertical tasting of i Clivi Bianco last week, I know exactly what you mean by the floral bouquet and pleasing acidity and just plain unusual subtle flavors
May 23, 2008

BruceP
QOTD: I’ve had a few, mostly at Italian wine tastings. Some were vey nice, others less impressive. Just like any other wine in that regard.
May 23, 2008

Colin
GV – Short and sweet! Perfect for a Friday. QOTD – No, but I will now!
May 23, 2008

*/^_^\*
qotd: negative

i do love any show on non-chianti italian wines……….
May 23, 2008

Alex
QOTD: never had or heard of this before
May 23, 2008

Kev and Ams
QOTD: I’m at about a 50% success rate with Friulano. But I like the style.
May 23, 2008

TeeKay
Hi Gary,

QOTD: I have one stand-by, Tocai Friulano Vigna del Rolat 2006 Dario Raccaro,
just waiting for a nice summer day to open it. I hope it will be as good as
the one you had on the show.

Take care.
May 23, 2008

BobbyTiger
Never heard of this wine, but with that kind of reaction and scoring, looks like i’m the looser. I like the short and sweet/or not so sweet laid back Fridays. Gets me pumped for Memorial Day, (although I do work tomorrow). God bless the memory of our fallen troops.
May 23, 2008

JonnyB
QOTD: Nope, but I will be drinking the Bragato this weekend!
May 23, 2008

Johnny C. a.k.a SmokinActuary
Yes I have, from the Maybrook Winery New York State and it was delish
May 23, 2008

Neil
QOTD: Nope.

Lots of spittle in the episode, don’t ya think?
May 23, 2008

Tom T.
QOTD – you bet! Sirch Tocai Friulano.
May 23, 2008

Tom T.
Shit you guys are sold out of the Bragato already.
May 23, 2008

purplejuicebruce
QOTD… No, Petite Sirah!
May 23, 2008

roger
DAMN IT, IF ONLY WLTV SHIP WINE TO WASHINGTON, i am drooling over this wine…….sign….
May 23, 2008

Brian
QTOD: Nope, Nope Nope…sounds like i should try some though
May 23, 2008

KVolk
QOTD: nope…never even heard of it…

saw the strawberry shortcake bucket in the back……cute
May 23, 2008

Little Jonny H
Nice, a home run on the first pitch of the game! I love it!

QOTD: No, but I think I’m about to try one that has knocked someone’s socks off
May 23, 2008

Michael Holzer
Lived in Fruili for 3 years 2002-5. While I prefer red, Fruili is known for its great whites. My favorite Tocai producers are Franco Toros, Dario Racarro, Mario Drius, Livio Felluga, and tonight I will be drinking a Ronco de Gelso Tocai 2003 (just so happened to pick that one out even before the show).
May 23, 2008

jp
never had had one but I was excited when I read the notes because I remembered seeing several reviewed in a magazine a couple years back. they were likewise impressed, even to the point of calling them “super whites” Thanks, I’ll seek these out and have a go.
have a great weekend everyone!
May 23, 2008

Saftig
Trust you’re enjoying a well-deserved vacation. You know the old saying: In beer there is strength, in wine there is truth and in water there is bacteria. So don’t drink the water. QOTD: Nope, never, but will.
May 23, 2008

Rossodio
QOTD: Nope… too bad this one sold out so quickly!
May 23, 2008

brent
QOTD: No! Give us a chance, man!
May 23, 2008

kaybee
QoTd
Never have tried, but I love super whites. Love viognier and vouvray.
May 23, 2008

Christine (cflo)
Nope…never tried one but I will now. I purchased a Verdelho today from Australia (Twin Beaks…cute lable) never had a Verdelho either so I’m anxious to open it…love trying new wine!
May 23, 2008

AnthonyS
So in honor of being #1 on the comments today for the first time ever (started watching at ep. #4), I went out and bought a NJ Lottery Pick 3 ticket with the numbers 4, 7, and 1 since it was episode 471. Guess what…I lost.
May 23, 2008

MARK
HE’S DRUNK !
May 23, 2008

Daniel
QOTD: No, never have tried a tocai friulano, but I will.

Great episode! Whats with the bottle pepto bismol?
May 23, 2008

Kezza
QOTD: No, I haven’t, but now I want one!!
May 23, 2008

John Farrin
QOTD:Does Tokay count:) No, haven’t had a Tocai.
May 23, 2008

amgryger
QOTD: Almost certainly. I drank so many wines when I lived in Italy that I have vague memories of at best.
May 23, 2008

E
QOD: No, but I have a SiÑch (does that rhyme with beeyotch, I wonder) around here somewhere. A little too wet for outdoor white action just yet.
May 23, 2008

Wine Bloke
QOTD: No. Very hard to find in OZ. Will be looking hard today though.
May 23, 2008

Christophe - Titus Vineyards
Sure, but this isn’t about the Tocai Friulano today. It is all about that crazy precision spitting you’ve got going on!
May 23, 2008

T. Bone
Definitely had Tocai before, good stuff, but never have been blown away like that before. Wow, going to look for the Bragato, need to see what a 94 GV is all about.

Don’t the locals have that with prosciutto? Maybe you should have had some food to go with that, it is laid back Friday after all.
May 23, 2008

Scott Berns
Dude: First, kudos to you for bringing in a younger generation and introducing them to the exciting world of wine. That’s your shout.

Second, learn to PRO-NOUNCE grapes, wineries, and places. FREE-U-LEE! Not FRU-E-LEE. DA-FAY, NOT DU-FO! The only thing you appear to pronounce correctly is your name. Though only your family and Mott might know the truth.

Third, have your mom clean up your room and put the toys away. Also have her wash the shirt or don’t wear it two shows in a row. And put the Pepto Bismal in the medicine chest.

WHO roots for the Jets? That’s like rooting for the Lions but with an attitude.

Have a good weekend and keep em’ coming.
May 23, 2008

Rhonda
QOTD: Nope, but I will look for it. I hope you had fun on your vacation!
May 23, 2008

Craig Rost
QOTD: Sad to say no I have not
May 23, 2008

alaskagirl
Nice spittin’ action.
May 23, 2008

TommyBoBo of WI
Dear Gary,
YOU PISS ME OFF SO BAD!!!! you tease!! I’ll search this out,, but it would be sooooo much easier if you find a way to ship to WI again!!!!

I know I’m whinning,,, but Damn it all!!!

Have a good Memorial Day,,, remember those that sacrificed their all, for us all.
May 23, 2008

Jennifer
QOTD: Nopers. Miss you Gary!
May 23, 2008

JC
Nope. See if you can get some more please!
May 23, 2008

JoeShmo
daaaang gary, really rippn wines here lately
QOTD: nope, but ill add it to the list of wines i plan on trying
May 23, 2008

Justin Viger
No I haven’t.
May 23, 2008

Kevin Dubuc
Hey GV,

Can’t wait to see you back on Monday, have a great MD weekend. I hope the trip went well!

QOTD – Never had a Tocai, and honestly before this show I had never heard of it. I’ll have to put that on the list.
May 23, 2008

Anthony L.
Sorry Never had one…but hope to someday.
May 23, 2008

Brad -73-
never had a Tocai fruliano.
94 points -damn
but as you say trust your own palate
and
since I’m still quite new to the wine world
I’m thinking I had better get my foundations set/my palate/nose/head
trained; on the ready to know what’s what, so I can enjoy
a wine like this even more when i’m able to.
May 23, 2008

James
Palmina. They do very nice Italian varietals, including the Tocai.
May 23, 2008

DirtWineKen
QOTD: No, but I’ve had a Tocai Friulano!
May 23, 2008

Robin C
QOTD: The friulano sounds wonderful. Never had one. I had a D’Arenberg viognier-rousanne with lunch today. That was good too.
Is that pepto bismal on your table? I hear that if you have flaky skin you should rub pepto bismal on and it will make the skin smooth again. It might be good after a sunburn.
May 23, 2008

Katherine
Nope – never had one.
May 23, 2008

Winelynn
Never had one but I would like to try it now.! Sounds great!
May 23, 2008

Susan
Gary-QOTD: No, I have not tried a Tocai Friulano, soon……..
May 23, 2008

laposte
QOTD:
I believe this is the first time I have had to answer No to a “Have you ever had” question.
Enjoy the weekend.
May 23, 2008

Randy C
QOTD: I have not had one.
May 23, 2008

Neil Willsey
QOTD: No, I have not tried a Friulano, nor had I even heard of this wine until seeing your episode here tonight. Considering how you raved about it and gave it a 94-point rating, I’d say that I will have to put this on the list of wines to try in the future. Thanks again for your passion for wine, along with the insight you bring to it.
May 23, 2008

tarheel17
Gary,
I am so totally catching up on WLTV episodes this Memorial Day Weekend. How did you know? I’m about a month behind. Possibly more. This whole new job thing is kicking my butt. I am so looking forward to putting my feet up, starting in the early 420s and just sipping some wine while listening to you blather on…my ideal weekend. That, and getting all the other things I’ve been meaning to do off my ‘DO NOW OR DIE TRYING’ list.

Thanks! Have a great weekend yourself!
May 24, 2008

Marc
What a spit gary….awesome!!! they funiest of all time.
May 24, 2008

dtazzman
Wow… now im curious to try this wine…it sounds like a great tasting wine.

Also looking forward to meeting you at the book signing in San Francisco..Actually taking the 3 1/2 hour drive up there to get my book signed.
May 24, 2008

JediJesus
Never had this type of wine before, seems like your really trying to promote this wine very short episode on this laid back friday, just got your book in the mail today, couldn’t put it down, how about 12 5-star reviews on amazon…. very impressive.
May 24, 2008

il Cesare
I had a Bastianch Tocai Friulano in March. Was not nearly as good as this one sounds.
May 24, 2008

Big "J" Moanie
I really am not into the whites, and agree with other posts that you dont really seem to honestly enjoy this wine, but are more promoting it … I dont think I will be trying … sorry …
May 24, 2008

Eric
Gary, I am terribly sorry for not having commented in weeks. . .but I’m back (DisconnecttheDots if you’re in the forum.)

QOTD: I have had a tocai fruliano, but it was not nearly as life changing as the one you sampled today. Thanks for the pick, and I will have my eyes open (for the bottle or a free shipping promo .

You rule.
May 24, 2008

Alex Hopgood
QOTD: No i havent, but when i go back home 2 switzerland next week i will definately have 2 seek it out
May 24, 2008

Chippewamike
QOTD: NOPE! Will be on my list though. . .

Thanks for the “new” varietal to try.

Happy Memorial Day. Safe travels.

GO WINGS!!!!!
May 24, 2008

Anna
QOTD: Nope. But I will now.
May 24, 2008

Dave from VA
QOTD: have not, but will have to try
May 24, 2008

jason
nice little ditty today/ last night.
i am not super up on white wines from italy but i surely will have to search this out. it almost sounds like a vouvray demi sec. and i luuuv that.

peace
May 24, 2008

Bernie
QOTD: I have not tried this type of wine but it has raised my eye brows.
May 24, 2008

David
What up Grrr, great episode man. I have heard you reference white flowers several times and today you mention walking down a perfume aisle. This reminded me of a perfume I got for my sister once… “Quelques Fleurs” by Houbigant. Next time your gettin’ drug around a nice department store by the Mrs., swing by the perfume area and check it out.
May 24, 2008

W Miree
QOTD: Well, now you have got my attention. I have had numerous Tocai Friulanos, including a tre Bicchiere rated one, but I have never been as impressed as you are over this one. Wow! 94+ points and with the tasting description to match!? I am going out right now to try to find it.
May 24, 2008

Adam J
that first spit was awesome. Qotd: yes, about a year ago now- the Millbrook winery in Dutchess County NY planted quite a bit..I need to get back and try the current release. Thanks for the show! Still loving the book!!!
May 24, 2008

Pastore
qotd: One of my favorite white wines, period. I have had many, but will definitely keep an eye out for Bragato!
May 24, 2008

italianwinelover
QOTD: YES! YES! YES! it was because of you that I searched out this varietal!! Way back when I started watching your show you featured this grape and it peaked my interest and of course you were right!!! I requested it from one of our distributors to sell in our small shop over a year ago and ever since then there is a cult following of customers that buy it from us!!! Just another way to get people to drink something other than White Zin which is my mission in life! KUDOS to you and your wonderful life changing suggestions!!! I will so seek this one out for sure! Thanks again! YOU ROCK!!
May 24, 2008

TARIK BOUSLAMA
NOPE …NEVER BUT I’LL TRY IT NEXT TIME I’LL SEE IT ,TNX GARY
May 24, 2008

Aaron
QOTD: No, but I bought one yesterday before seeing the show, so that is weird!
May 24, 2008

The Ben
Never had one. If I begin eating seafood again any time soon I’ll keep that in the back of my head.
May 24, 2008

Mike Z in SD
Never had one.
By the way… what did you score the Pepto?
May 24, 2008

David Dadekian
QOTD: Nope, and it looks like this one’s sold out already. That’s selling power, Gary.
May 24, 2008

John Witherspoon (J DUB)
QOTD: fo shizzle!
May 25, 2008

Pardus
QOTD: Nope.
May 25, 2008

Sassodoro
QOTD. Not many, but yes.
May 25, 2008

Danny C
QOTD: Yes I have and yes I did!
May 25, 2008

Capt M
Great show! Great discovery of a wine for us. Another learning experience, THANKS!
May 25, 2008

Zach M.
I have never had one of this but I think I’ll go out looking for Friulano for this weeks bottle of wine.
May 25, 2008

Harry
The last Friulano I had was at an amazing dinner at the Enoteca at Del Posto 2 or 3 years ago (they may still have the best prix fixe deal in the city at $40 for four courses – a must for any wine lover coming through NYC). The waiter, without backup from the sommelier, put together an amazing wine pairing with the prix fixe, and the Fruliana (I think it was a Bastinach, but not sure) blew me away. Definately need to go back and taste some more of them.
May 25, 2008

Derek F.
QOTD: nope never had one.
May 25, 2008

chenrys
QOTD: No. Never even heard of it. But that one sounds great.
May 25, 2008

Kidder
Never had it , but I will try it now………..
May 25, 2008

nougat
Affirmative on having a Tocai Friulano. Millbrook Winery (Hudson Valley NY) has vineyards in Italy and they made Some great Tocai’s. Being my first, I’ll never forget it. Also had one in Grand Central Station at the Oyster Bar and again in San Fran on the first day of my best vacation ever in Mendocino. It’s so cool how wines can punctuate great memories and make them more, uhhhh, memorable.

Off topic, Gary, but kudos to you for introducing me to Xarel-lo. Had my first a couple weeks ago and got some of that watermelon rind action that you talk about.
May 25, 2008

sobojosh
QOTD: Yep. Most are not very good.
May 26, 2008

Satty
QOTD: no, but I am definitely interested in tasting some now. thanks!
May 26, 2008

YoungDave
QOTD: YES! And, coincidentally, we just tasted one for the wine bar where I work and collectively decided to bring it in and put it on the list. I think Mamolo is the name of the producer. Fantastic, rich stuff with tremendous palate weight and amazing acidity to boot.
May 26, 2008

Sean
I adore this show. Period. I discovered a few episodes that routed back to this site and ended up spending hours watching from episode one alllllllllll the way to this one. Gary, you are amazing. It’s amazing what you’re doing for wines as a culture and as an industry.
May 26, 2008

Susan
Gary- I HAVE to ask……What with the Pepto Bismal MAX????
May 26, 2008

GR8wine
QOTD: ABSOLUTELY!
It’s one of my favorites. I was fortunate that the first was the best and your tasting notes on the Brogato remind me of that one. I’ve had several since then and like them but the first I had still sets the standard. I think it was the Di Lendardo Toh! Now you’ve really got me thinkin’ I gotta try the Brogato. ‘Course they are in completely different price range’s. Either way they’re both great QPR.
May 26, 2008

Mike
I just want to say thank you, I’ve been slowly learning about Wine for a new job where we have over 200 varieties of Wine, it’ been tough, there were only two ends of the spectrum for me. The people who were super snobby that I would never talk to, and on the other end is people who have no idea what good wine is and don’t give Wine a second glance. You’ve helped, I love the Old Actions Figures and the Way you go about it all, thank you once again, you have helped me to feel a little more comfortable in my quest to find out more and more about the incredible world of Wine.
May 26, 2008

master1228
qotd: I’ve never had a Tocai either.
May 26, 2008

CindyW
QOTD: Not yet, but I plan to fix that as soon as I can find some out here. I’m a big fan of Italian wines, white and red and bubbly. It’s fun to learn about something new (to me, anyway).

Hope you’re having a fun vaca, GaryV!
May 26, 2008

Gino
Hey Gary, you can finally take my off of the lurker list
I have been watching your show for several months and have finally had the opportunity to have my first sauvignon blanc last night in NYC and enjoyed it alot with red snapper and tasty cheese I was eating.
Keep up the good work, and I look forward to future episodes
May 26, 2008

glenn
i have been requesting the TF episode for awhile now so thx man. and i have had many, one of my very favorite white wines. i have been up in NE Italy too so that only makes this wine sweeter for me.

i am catching up on my holiday afternoon!

what is up with the distance spitting?
May 26, 2008

Paul
Very interested in trying this wine. Good show. Thanks.
May 26, 2008

Andy & Edie
We’ve never had any kind of Tocai or Tokay wine. Sure looks like the one you had would be a great one to start out with. Great episode Gary!
May 26, 2008

David Noyes
Bravo!

I make a tocai friulano from 80+ year old sauvignon vert vines, the Pagani Vineyard, here in Sonoma Valley. Great to see another passionate devotee for this varietal! I’ll be releasing my 2007, bottled unfiltered and minimally fined in June. ($20/bottle off my website!)

The flavors are similar–floral, perfumey, white pepper, peach, melon–medium bodied, (13.4 alc.), mineral finish with a lingering anis-like aftertaste.

Great with sweet cows milk cheeses and ripened goat cheese, or pair it with Prociutto, the traditional pairing in Friuli.
May 26, 2008

Ricardo PatrocÃnio
Never
May 26, 2008

sharon
No I haven’t but will try it one day. BTW nice spit-take.
May 26, 2008

thefanjestic
QOTD – Nope, but I look forward to it!
May 26, 2008

pawncop
QOTD – Nope, but will put it on my list. Please keep doing what you do so well.
May 27, 2008

Mason
QOTD: No, I haven’t ever had a Tokai. I don’t know that I have ever seen one around where I live. I will definitely look, though!
May 27, 2008

Trish-da'-Dish
I’ve had lots of Tokay, Tokai, Tok-ee-doke…
But I have never had a Tocai Friulano.
So, at $18 bucks a pop, I will try to seek one out!!!

(by the way, Gary–long time no see! I just got your book from Amazon, and it is so good that now I am committed to rejoining the flock and to catching up on all the episodes I’ve missed)
-Trish
May 27, 2008

pierazzo
Some news – Tokai, as Gary is saying, is changing his name, for avoiding any confusion with the Hungarians Tokajs (AszÃ¹, that is botrytized and Furmint grape, for dry tokaj) .The new name will probably be simply TAI.
I know because i live very close to friuli.
ciao a tutti
May 27, 2008

Rebs
Nope, have never tried one, but can’t wait to get my hands on this one!!
May 27, 2008

Wednesday
No, but it will go on the list.
May 27, 2008

VinoVixen
QOTD: Nope, and now you have sold out! Hope you had a great vacation. Cheers
May 27, 2008

Russ
Gary,
I am currently serving in the US Navy stationed in the middle east. When I am not taking war fighters down range I am watching your show on my ipod. Love your show. It always brightens my day and keeps me motivated. Youâ€™re a great American. Keep it up. Ciao, Russ
May 27, 2008

Richard
Ok, I’m off the lurker list. Thanks, Gary. I’ll put the Bragato Tocai Friulano white wine on my “have to try” list. I’m a big fan of Italian wines and haven’t tried this pour. Thanks for all you do! btw What is up with the Pepto?
May 27, 2008

wayno da wino
Yo Geee , never had a Tocai Friulano, but Ya got my attention now !!!
May 27, 2008

Glen... winecrazy.com
QOTD: No…but I will now…!!!

So…. How was your vacation?
May 27, 2008

JeffC
QOTD: Nope, never have but definitely seek them out. Hey, this ones sold out?? Welcome back Gary.
May 27, 2008

Susan
Welcome back Gary!!!!!!!!!!!! How did you like the islands??????????
May 27, 2008

David Masi
YES…Venizia Tocai 2006 was the last one I had,,,great with Crudo!
May 27, 2008

teckdeck2008
qotd: never had a tocai before, i would try different varietals like that more often, but being in a small town selection sucks. and since my parents pay for everything still, i’m not allowed to buy wine off the internet. it sucks, but in a year max i’ll be on my own, so i look forward to that day.
May 27, 2008

Kristen
QOTD: Never had one- definitely want to try it now!
May 27, 2008

Blake W
QOTD: never had one GV, something for me to put on the list
May 27, 2008

Tommy Vernieri
QOTD: I think I may have had a Tocai Friuliano once, but it was before CellarTracker.
May 28, 2008

Rob P
Never tried one of these, but will definitely try to track one down. Good show!
May 28, 2008

JayZee
QOTD: Sadly, no, I have not. I will have to rectify that shortcoming.
May 28, 2008

MGM
QOTD: Yea, big fan of the Tocai Fruiliano, but never had that producer. I’ll have to look for it, but I’m in Chi-town so not sure if it is even available out here. Any help with that?

PS- The region of Friuli brings the MAD THUNDER when it comes to Italian whites!
May 28, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
How opportune. I watched this and it was on the wine list at the Compound in Santa Fe where I am right now. Had it with halibut and I and everyone at the table was blown away. $42 on the menu so @$18 retail it is a great deal. Hope it’s not all gone.
May 28, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Q-No, but it is high on the list.
May 29, 2008

Keith
Never even heard of a Tocai Friulano until today.
May 29, 2008

Colin Komar
Nope. I have never had one.
May 29, 2008

MtnCharlie
QOTD: Yes, but I can’t remember the producer. It was out of watching WLTV I was introduced. Thanks GV.
May 29, 2008

agentorange
QOTD: Not yet.
May 30, 2008

Jen
QOTD – No but I am anxious to find one now to try.
May 31, 2008

thkorent
QOTD: I have lived in Friuli for 2 years when I was a lot younger. I have not enjoyed most of the wines I’ve tried then, but I think my palate has developed now. And even back then there were some efforts – most of them tocai or sauvs – that were just really enjoyable.
June 1, 2008

Jim in Atlanta
QOTD – Have had at least one, but it sounds like I need to try them again.
June 1, 2008

Dan-o
GV – pretty short show, it would be nice to see more of thise Friulano wines. I have never had one, but I will now.
June 1, 2008

Jason S.
QOTD: never had one, but i’m definitely going to get a couple bottles of this one!
June 4, 2008

SoCal
QOTD: No I have not
June 13, 2008

V Mellado
never have, never hear of that one before.
June 23, 2008

Michael H.
QOTD: Never have, but excited to try one…
July 14, 2008

Aged and Rounded
Tried the wine without food Friday and opened a second bottle with crab cakes on Sunday. The wine is better with food, but is very good in all instances. Would give it a 93 right now, but there seems to be slight chance this wine will actually improve with another year of aging. Will come back to it then.
July 21, 2008

MattUD
QOTD: Never had a Tocai, but will def. look for one. Love the Pepto on the table!
January 13, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
QOTD: Never had one but Im planning on buying one and paring it with some melons wrapped in prosciutto. mmmmm……