Bordeaux Tour Continues At Chateau La Tour Martillac

Bordeaux Tour Continues At Chateau La Tour Martillac – Episode #503

July 17, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk visits Chateau La Tour Martillac in Graves to taste 4 wines with owner Tristan Kressman, including Tristan’s first vintage: 1986.

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“Love the show!!

Nice guy !

I will try his wines.

Best regards…” by Rodney
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Wines tasted in this episode:

Chateau Latour Martilliac Blanc 2006
Chateau Latour Martilliac Rouge 2004
Chateau Latour Martilliac Rouge 2000
Chateau Latour Martilliac Rouge 1986

178 Responses

July 17, 2008

waibeans
did i get FIRST again!?
July 17, 2008

Rani Haykal
Im lovin these bordeaux eps….will leave a comment of substance after watched
July 17, 2008

wildebeest
woo! top of the comments!
July 17, 2008

EricB
like this bordeaux tour!
July 17, 2008

Yvette W
Your Bordeaux trip is making me jealous. Another great show Gary!
July 17, 2008

M
Shows #503 is here. Time to pour a glass of wine and watch.
July 17, 2008

NJ-Vettester
Really enjoying the bordeaux shows.

QOTD: As soon as the exchange rate gets better.
July 17, 2008

wine-ot
Ten mwah ha ha!
July 17, 2008

JamesUK
QOTD: Was it really a question? I’d love to load up the family and head over for the 08 harvest! And the fete de fleur. Sounds great.

Another great show GV.
July 17, 2008

Josh
in the top 10?
July 17, 2008

David Troyer
tripod anybody?
July 17, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
ECHO ECHO ECHO!!!

When will I visit? when I win a contest! (good show)
July 17, 2008

Deano
top 20 oh jeah
July 17, 2008

Rani Haykal
Great Show!!!

QOTD: I’ll visit the Graves when money grows on trees….haha. In all seriousness, I’m probably going to visit Bordeaux in the summer of ‘09.

–RH
July 17, 2008

Christophe - Titus Vineyards
Nice. I’m diggin this tour of Bordeaux
July 17, 2008

Smahlatz
QOTD : hmm – need a holiday badly. Was thinking about the mosel, but maybe bordeaux should be the go?
July 17, 2008

DryDrew
Bordeaux! Great Show QOTD: When I win a contest!
July 17, 2008

Trey
QOTD: whenever I can get the time and money. Oh and when the euro/dollar exchange no so terrible.
July 17, 2008

Kirk (aka: slave2thevine)
I’ll be there in 2010 to celebrate the end of Grad school…lets roll out a vertical tasting!
July 17, 2008

Deano
Gary good episode i wish i could go visit….perhaps i can win a contest

QOTD:
-Cant afford the trip so i will have to win a contest
July 17, 2008

IA SHERMAN
QOTD: Bring on the contest and I will be there!
July 17, 2008

pawncop
Great show, good information, interesting folks.

QOTD – have no idea.
July 17, 2008

purplejuicebruce
Wonderful show G.V. very informative
July 17, 2008

Tooch
Liked the show! Will have to seek out some Chat Latour Martilliac bottles in the coming weeks.

QOTD: Don’t have a trip to Bordeaux planned, but maybe fate will smile on me and I’ll end up there next June!
July 17, 2008

Bryan Garcia
you should do this more often gary!

QOTD: Nope. =(
July 17, 2008

AndrewMS
I think our French friend was getting a little tipsy towards the end there!

QOTD: Just came back from Paris and Nice (we took the train between locations) – Paris was great, should have skipped Nice and gone to Bordeaux instead.
July 17, 2008

KVolk
QOTD: I will be there when both kids are out of college….

GV you had a typo on the board behind you….it said 11-5 for the Jets in 08…suppose to be 5-11….i knew you would want to know….
July 17, 2008

Dominus
Doesn’t get any better than Bordeaux especially the distinguished guests. I hope you are visiting Reignac. That will make my day, no year!

QOTD: I will come to Bordeaux very, very soon after a stop in Reims at Chateau Boyer (Les Crayeres) which has been one of my greatest trips in my lifetime. I’m have begun a new quest for the Chardonnay from Laurent-Perrier that I had during dinner.

Cheers!

P.S. Why oh why did I have to look at that !@@#$% sign about those stinking Jets beating the Colts in 1969!!! It had to be the worse year of my life and you go and broadcast it live! Thank goodness I love ya.

11-5 in ‘08? Keep dreamin’
July 17, 2008

manonthemoon
Still not feeling the french shows, guess its just a conflict of styles.

QOTD: Not until I start feeling french wine other than CDP. Plus there are so many other places where the dollar is rocking that has great wine, see Argentinia.
July 17, 2008

DannInNH
Love the shows from France. Too bad wines are hard to find here.
Don’t know who is better looking, Sasha or Tristan.
QOTD: When the dollar gains some strength agains the Euro.
July 17, 2008

Heather H
gary sponsor a wine tour of France man. Brand the hell out of it.
People will come.
July 17, 2008

Zinfreak
Keep the tours coming Gary!

Its almost painful to watch your guests squirm when they have to think of the question of the day on command. Maybe you should give them an advance warning. Questions would definitely be more interesting.

Loved how you startled him at the beginning!

Great show!
July 17, 2008

Kevin K
Another good episode.
July 17, 2008

MossyMo
Can’t wait to see the rest of the tour! Love the Bordo tastings.
July 17, 2008

James B
He has a “what have I gotten myself into” look on his face at the start of the show. I was pretty jealous of you getting to try all that fabulous wine though!

QOTD: I’m coming when I win the contest!
July 17, 2008

Sassodoro
Good show. I’m not sure there was a question in that QOTD, but what the hell.
July 17, 2008

Jimmy T
Great guy! I so jealous of your travels.

QOTD: When I win the contest…
July 17, 2008

John Farrin
Great show. I’m not familiar with the chateau but will look it up. You had to dance pretty hard not to trash Mr. Kressman’s first vintage.
July 17, 2008

Withnail
Great stuff! Technically one of the ugliest episodes but the content and atmosphere were fantastic. Way to go.
July 17, 2008

Bistroron
Hey Gary, this email ends my lurker status. I have been watching for a couple of months and I love your show. I do have a question was the “86 you tried a bit funky? I ask not only because of your comments on bottle variation But you only took one taste and it was the only wine your guest spat out.
July 17, 2008

GMAN
Gary V–Great Show! Tristan—Kellen Clemens or Pennington?
July 17, 2008

sharon
qotd: I’m there as soon as I can finagle a first class ticket ( or business…that would be nice). No more cattle cars for me!
July 17, 2008

MossyMo
Dude, Tristan thinks you’re insane. Clearly, you must be. How dare you ask him to ask a question into a camera?
July 17, 2008

FriscoGrapes
I agree with the last respondent. You are so fortunate to be meeting these gentlemen. I would rather shake their hand than any pop or sports star in the U.S. You have to love that European genuiness. Man, I sure I get to do that some day. Scratch that, I will do that some day. Great show.
July 17, 2008

John R.
QOTD: Gimme a time and place and convince my mother. I’ll be there then
July 17, 2008

cgatesman
Absolutely loving these tours, Gary! Yet another great episode, and what a great gesture Tristan offered up for some Vayniacs! It will be so nice to see some people get to visit, and hopefully get some great feedback from them on the experience.

QOTD: I’m coming as soon as I can!! Bordeaux is definitely on the list of places to visit!
July 17, 2008

Kevin
Rivetting – as expected. Again, I LOVE these eps.
My schedule’s free next June…
QOTD: I don’t know exactly, but it will likely be on my next trip to France.
July 17, 2008

L
He seemed like a pleasant fellow.
July 17, 2008

Sharon
I hope the Jets go 11-5 this season. I may even root for them. But the Patriots will go 13-3, sorry.
QOTD: Hey what happened to that trip to France contest?
July 17, 2008

Anthony L.
Very cool episode. Keep them coming. Love the onsite episodes.
July 17, 2008

GrapeStuff
The French episodes are great!!! Enjoying these “insider” sort of shows.
July 17, 2008

Mark Tolerico
Another great show Gary. Haven’t had many of this producers wines, looking forward to trying more!
July 17, 2008

Lenny
Sorry, Gary, but you need a sound man. Very difficult to understand you this episode.

QOTD: I don’t think will be going to France anytime soon.
July 17, 2008

WineWoman
Send me a ticket, let me stay at the Chateau and let me drink some of the 2000 vintage. Is that too much to ask????
July 17, 2008

kaybee
Thank you for sharing these wonderful episodes from France. What a classic gentleman.
QoTd
I guess whenever I win a contest!
July 17, 2008

mrzitro
QOTD: I’m not thinking so.
July 17, 2008

Little Jonny H
I love this format…. I hope there are many more coming!!!

QOTD: When I win the contest, or maybe I’ll stop by on my honeymoon next June!
July 17, 2008

DougO
I would love to pick the grapes. I’ll start planning my trip right away.
July 17, 2008

J Wo
Tristan, I’ll be there as soon as you send me a plane ticket.
July 17, 2008

Greg
Hi

you have ONE EXTRA i in the name ( on all of them )

Chateau Latour Martilliac Blanc 2006 should be Chateau La Tour-Martillac Blanc 2006

First time I could not find it in cellartracker.com ….then I looked

ps – I should never bitch to anyone about spelling … but

Greg
July 17, 2008

Chris Schmidt
QOTD: Soon

Great show!
July 17, 2008

Susan
Gary & Ian, WOW!!! Another super episode!!! I REALLY want to go to France SOON !!!! I am sooooo jealous!!!!!!
July 17, 2008

Susan
Gary- Wish there was some way to get the 2004 Rouge!!! Looks just perfect!!!!
July 17, 2008

Susan
Gary- Not sure what hoops I have to jump thru but I will jump!!! My passport can be easily renewed & I know a little bit of French!!! Also I have lived overseas before !!!! Pick me !!! Pick me!!!!!!!! Can you tell I want to go in June of 2009?????
July 17, 2008

Dan Manu
I’d love to win the contest!
July 17, 2008

Darlene O.
Wonderful, Gary. Your guest is delightful…
July 17, 2008

brorjace
Nice show, almost a little lost in translation moment, but made it through. If only I could travel to Bordeaux…
July 17, 2008

sr. don julio
Excellent show today!!! It’s just that simple.
July 17, 2008

tom
gary- i really, really enjoyed this episode. hanging out with the chateau owners and hearing about their experiences and opinions… just keep making trips to bordeaux!
July 17, 2008

Susan
Gary & Ian, Tristan is well mannered and generous!!! He REALLY is delightful. I have always wanted to visit France…………………..
July 17, 2008

Susan
Gary-Let me make this very clear. I will do WHATEVER it takes to win this contest…………………………………..I REALLY want to go to Chateau La Tour Martillac in Graves!!!!! VIVA LA FRANCE!!!!!
July 17, 2008

KW
Another interesting and enjoyable show!
July 17, 2008

Robin C
I love the French shows. Charming guest.
QOTD: I’m not sure what the QOTD was, but I’m going to France within a year one way or another.
July 17, 2008

Ben N.
Love the episode!
July 17, 2008

paryb
I so need to go to France.
July 17, 2008

Chris in Tulsa
I would be such a hard worker in the vineyard if I could go. Would I get free wine for working there?
July 18, 2008

Richard Ritter
11-5? Try 12-4…and you read it here first. J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets! Who has it better than Gary? I think he’ll soon be the one with the helicopter. Bordeaux Tour 2008 is on fire. Keep on rockin’ in the wine world! I’m getting such a kick out of Gary shooting out the lingo and these chateau owners with the dear in the headlights reactions. Classic! Can you say, “lost in translation”?

QOTD: It’s just silly…Tristan was so far in the weeds and caught off guard, (but a gentleman all the same.) I’ll travel to the Bordeaux region when my artwork starts selling like it should! Leave me a comment at richardritterphotography.com!
July 18, 2008

markie
gary…when you are in france….stop spitting out the wine….enjoy it ,,,relax…your host was not not spitting…..it is his wine…enjoy it to its fullest….
July 18, 2008

markie
show us the chsateau…the vineyards (:
July 18, 2008

Roberto
I am coming SOON !!!!!!!!!!!! can’t wait to meet Tristan in person.

thanks Gary, great show…
July 18, 2008

Pat Sissons
I can only wish to visit such a winery. I’m at a stage in my life where i can afford to rent a power cart when i play a round of golf, but it will be a couple more decades before i can budget for a winery trip.
July 18, 2008

Paul V
QOTD: I’m hoping maybe for the 09 vintage – most likely it’s going to be the soonest I’ll be able to get out.

Great show, keep up the great France shows.
July 18, 2008

terroirist
Classy guy. Nice show. Naturally I would love to go to Bordeaux and pick some grapes at Chateau La Tour Martillac in Graves!

aka Mike in Nebraska.
July 18, 2008

Phil G
Another great host…

QOTD: Would love to visit Graves! Maybe when the Euro settles?
July 18, 2008

Rowland
aaaaaah i love it. Gary rolls in on these unsuspecting wine growers, sits them down in front of a camera, and pops open their prized vintages! LONG LIVE THE KING! [***THUNDER NOISE***]
July 18, 2008

TeeKay
Gary, again very nice show. I want to visit France again this year.
Thanks.
July 18, 2008

Leif erik Sundstrom
Graves has too much gravel. i thinki can only pick the grapes where there is more grass. is he looking for some free labor or what?
July 18, 2008

Rhonda
Tristan is awesome, great show.
July 18, 2008

Chief Tootles.
Gary, I have to say I’m realy enjoying watching you make your way through the Bordeaux. I’m new to wine and all I’ve heard about Bordeaux’s is “get the ’05’s,” “You absolutely must buy cases of the ‘05 vintage.” I have bought a few ’05’s but for someone who is on a budget(mostly as a result of the the economy) I can’t afford many of the bottle I come across. And the few that I do have, I’m afraid to drink. What I am getting to is that it is nice to see someone pointing out the other vintages, ones I can buy for a few bucks less, and feel like I can open and enjoy. I start my search tomorrow.
Thank you Gary, and you’re doing a great job.
QOTD: If anyone out there is interested in donating a plane ticket, I’ll be there ASAP.
July 18, 2008

medo
What a wonderful show! I’ve one bottle of the 2004 LTM in my cellar… maybe drinking this this weekend.

QOTD: First I have to visit the German wine regions befor I’m travalling to France
July 18, 2008

tinman9
Really cool show, Tristan seemed like a really genuine dude. Looking forward to the next stop on the tour.
July 18, 2008

robertfrancis
Good Show Gary,

Excellent Show – is anyone buying the whites from 07 while reds werent great the whites did get some fantastic write ups ?
July 18, 2008

Tyler RM
Great show, Gary. I am really liking the Bordeaux series!
July 18, 2008

Terrance
La Tour Martillac is great because you can never confuse the label for any other chateau. And it is the only Bordeaux of commune AOC level that I’ve had both the white (excellent) and the red (very good). Can’t wait to see where Gary’s Bordeaux tour takes him next!
July 18, 2008

jwhi
Fun show, again. Wouldn’t it be a hoot if all the Vayniacs showed up at Tristan’s Chateau at the right time for picking?
July 18, 2008

Mike
Nice show. You might want to give the French guys a little heads-up on the QOTD. I don’t think he ever figured out what you wanted him to ask a question. As always…love the shows with guests.
July 18, 2008

scott turbitt
The Jets 11-5? They are lucky if they finish 5-11!! Well at least they have 2 easy wins against the Dolphins, but 2 GUARANTEED losses to the PATS.
July 18, 2008

SaraMHCRU
great show. makes me want to learn more about specific vineyards and wineries.
July 18, 2008

akellner
The Bordeaux tour looks to be a good one. Guest was a real good sport about the show and you may have converted him to be a Jets fan. He needs a Jets tie or pocket square…

QOTD: Not soon enough. Need figure out how to narrow the gap between the $ and the Euro
July 18, 2008

Alfredhayes
Love the Bordeaux tour..

QOTD: I’d love to come in August to pick grapes…
July 18, 2008

Erick Grau
This Bordeaux tour is absolutely one of the best ideas for your show and for us – your loyal Vayniacs!

QOTD: I’m so there, say when!
July 18, 2008

Scott EJ
Love this Bordeaux stuff. Great idea and hope to more like this. Very informative.
July 18, 2008

Harry
I’m hoping to come in September if the first trip to France contest comes through!!! It’ll be the opportunity to improve my French for th Fete de Fleur next June!

And Gary – definitely show some more footage from around the vineyards & wineries…
July 18, 2008

JimChem
I would love to be in Grave for the harvest. Wouldn’t it be great?

Good show.
July 18, 2008

Daniel
another good show. just one technical observation; you gotta do something bout the uneven sound. the opening and gary’s intro are extremely loud, but gary fades quickly when he is just talking and it is har to hear, and then when i raise my computer volume and then gary gets loud i go deaf! PLZ take those of us watching at work into consideration! lol!

Love the show and keep them comming!
July 18, 2008

Colin
This was simply a great episode. Informative and fun. Thanks to GV and TK. QOTD – Soon brother, soon…
July 18, 2008

ChiroGuyDC
QOTD: Just name the time and I’ll be there!
July 18, 2008

NC Carl
Great series GV, keep em coming.
July 18, 2008

BargePlus
Gary, I think you really hit upon something with these visits to the wineries I am really, really, really enjoying the local info and guests. I was a little put-off by the Mad Money show, seeing a possible movement away from real enjoyment of wine, but these visits really bring the Thunder. Keep it up in Bordeaux – and in the rest of the world.
July 18, 2008

hasbeen
Great episode!!! Tristan is one of my favorite guests that yo have had.
July 18, 2008

Adam J
That was some classic thunder. Its always cool to see some earlier vintages tasted. QOTD: Seriously though, I cant wait to make it to bordeaux someday and taste my way through. Thanks!
July 18, 2008

wayno da wino
Another FAAAAANTAAAAASTIC Bordeaux Episode !!!! Mooochooo Thanx, Geee !!!!

QOTD: Yo Tristan, I’m on da way……….
July 18, 2008

LauraG
Geez – where are you getting these adorable guests? Did they have to audition? ; )
July 18, 2008

Achilles Mike
What a great show with Tristan- it was good to hear that someone likes Americans in Europe. France is a wonderful place and I’d love to come for the harvest.
July 18, 2008

Jay
I know you aren’t supposed to be jealous, but it’s pretty tough when you’re watching GV in France.
July 18, 2008

Bobby Wino
This is a lovely episode. I’ll be visiting as soon as possible!
July 18, 2008

Slushpuppy
Magnificient: Smell it first!
July 18, 2008

ChezJim
These episodes in France are GREAT! “We love American people,” That was good to hear. I’ll be drinking more Bordeaux and other French wines. What great sales people these guys are for France.

QOTD: When you least expect it, I’ll be there.
July 18, 2008

mike76
What a great vertical to be able to taste. I love these shows with the winery owners.
July 18, 2008

TWalk
Ill be right there…..
July 18, 2008

Eli2Tyree
Great show! love the on location stuff… love to hear what the wine makers think of the different vintages
July 18, 2008

Pete G
Awesome!! Great seeing you taste wine from over such a broad span of time and do so with the wine maker himself. Awesome!

QOTD: As soon as the dollar comes back to life in relation to the euro my ass is there!
July 18, 2008

Ryan W
Great show.

QOTD – I would love to come pick some grapes.
July 18, 2008

Peter Wood
Really like the label!!!!
July 18, 2008

Derek
I’m loving the Bordeaux tour. Just learning to appreciate these wines. I also love that the Oak Monster travels with you, Gary.
July 18, 2008

Jeremy A
Another great episode! I’m getting together with some friends this weekend and we’re all bringing a bottle for tasting. Thanks Gary for helping to discover wine!
July 18, 2008

Gongfather
I’m diggin the Tron 6000 spit bucket!
July 18, 2008

M
QOTD: When am I visiting France? Not soon enough.
July 18, 2008

jimka
wow what a nice episode…
July 18, 2008

JudeMurphy
I’ll be in Montpellier for August so I’ll zip down on a train!
; )
July 18, 2008

Nik
GREAT SHOW!

QOTD: just as soon as i win the contest! ha ha…
July 18, 2008

Steve B
QOTD: ASAP!
July 18, 2008

RANDI
Great episode…learned some stuff…

QOTD: I travel light…June works for me..
please tell Ronan! LOLOLOL
July 18, 2008

LuvsChandon
another nice show from Bordeaux, I would love to get to France sometime…
July 18, 2008

Wendy
This was a very enjoyable episode for Bill and I. Unknowingly I picked up a half bottle of Chateau Montaiguillon, Montagne Saint-Emilion 2004 which we lovingly sniffed and swirled and sipped while watching Tristan and you enjoy the Graves wines. As my grandmum’s maiden name was Graves I feel a certain connection with this region and we would love to join up with Tristan for the Fete des fleurs or harvest at Chateau Latour Martillac. Thanks for enhancing our wine experience.
July 18, 2008

SteveW
Nice episode, I wish I could leave now!!!!
July 18, 2008

amgryger
Great Episode

QOTD: I’d love to go to France, but I have a lot of student loans that need to be paid off.
July 18, 2008

Moselman
Wasn’t going to comment, but couldn’t sleep last night, bothered by two questions:

1) Are these Messrs. Kellerman tied financially to the purveyor of the ubiquitous Kellerman bargain wines? If so, no wonder they hop around in choppers.

2) What _is_ the French for “jerk-off”?
July 18, 2008

mike
Long time lurker first time writer,

Love your bordeaux segments also love when you have guests. Interesting to hear you discuss older wines.

QOTD: I’ll be in France next week
July 18, 2008

anna
gary, why are you so reluctant to let your guests use the spit bucket? they make concerned faces and flail a bit. if you don’t like moving it around, get a second one for that side of the table!

also, is there an episode in which you’ve talking about the cellaring process? i’d love to know some things like whether a real cellar set-up is important if you’re only storing the wine for two years versus twenty, and whether the little wine fridges are really worth the money. thanks!
July 18, 2008

kjdion
I’d love to go to the Bordeaux or any other wine region in France someday.
July 18, 2008

Moselman
COTM (Comment of the Month):

anna
gary, why are you so reluctant to let your guests use the spit bucket? they make concerned faces and flail a bit. if you donâ€™t like moving it around, get a second one for that side of the table!
July 19, 2008

Oregon Jim
Now I am sure I need to get some Bordeaux Blanc. It has got to be so good, and so overlooked right now.

I just love the characters you bring on the show. You disarm them, and so often we see their humanity which is so much fun.

I know it is hard and you make it look easy. Which is why your show is so addicting. Keep changing the wine world!
July 19, 2008

johnmaki
nice show, nice guest. I’m coming when you send the ticket!
July 19, 2008

Dr. Lance Aoyagi
Hey Gary, can I be your best friend? I would love to take my wife to Bordeaux and Chateau La Tour Martillac. You are insane! And I am a psychologist…a functional friendship made in heaven!
July 19, 2008

bgood
be there ASAP!!…love the vendemmia!! and i’m a hard worker
July 19, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
I would also love to be in Graves in the spring if they need grape pickers.
July 19, 2008

BobbyTiger
Enjoyed the interview with Tristan. He kind of restores my faith in what I hear the French people are all about…….which is, of course, themselves. A knowledgeable and proud producer. And yes, his father did design a boss label. While I don’t drink much French wine, I know it is my loss, but the price point sets up a few barriers. QOTD…………..Unfortunately, no time soon, as I’m still trying to pay off my wife’s visit to England last month. [If Tristan is indicative of the French people, I need to start saving now].
July 19, 2008

Glen E
great episode!
July 19, 2008

Chippewamike
QOTD: Name the date and I will be there

Great show!
July 20, 2008

J Crazy
awesomeness doth been broughteth againth.
I’ll get out there as soon as I can.
July 20, 2008

Kelly Goff
Still learning, with each episode…I too LOVE the great label on these wines.

QOTD: I hope to get there one day, when he kids are older maybe…
July 20, 2008

Dan-o
Enjoy the shows on the road, particularly in France.
I have the 2000 Latour-Martillac laying down in the cellar.
I bought it for $20 per bottle in 2003 while traveling in Europe.

QOTD – visited St. Emilion in 2003, would love to make it to Graves as soon as I can.
July 20, 2008

JR Moreau
These Bordeaux shows are the best!!!

I’ll come pick grapes all day and night! Tristan is the man!
July 20, 2008

Robert
Ok, I am a lurker but I have been brought out of the woodwork because I am guessing that this might be the wristband episode lol. I hope I get one .
July 21, 2008

Jayhitek
QOTD: I don’t know..
July 21, 2008

Roberto
Great show, I just love the Bordeaux blend, specially the merlot dominant ones
July 21, 2008

thefanjestic
Good episode – it’s always interesting to meet these winemakers. Tomorrow’s the big day for the contest announcement – Fingers Crossed!!
July 21, 2008

MattUD
It is great to have these shows with the owners and winemakers, they are so into their stuff. Whenever i get over to Europe, I plan on hitting these vineyards up!
July 21, 2008

Brian
Another great guest. Thanks.
July 21, 2008

Steven E
These bordeaux shows offer some interesting insights involving the production of wine. Thanks Gary. Another great guest at another distinct location.

QOTD: Thanks for the invite Tristan. America loves France
July 21, 2008

Kristen
QOTD: Well, I’ll be in Fronsac in less than a month. I dunno about Graves- that’s on the other side of the river!
July 21, 2008

Brian Barrick
I’ll have to try a white Bordeaux, as I am a fan of Sancerre and the Sauvignon/Semillon grapes in general.

QOTD: Not planning a trip to France any time soon, but I am very much enjoying this virtual tour of Bordeaux, especially with great guests like Tristan.
July 22, 2008

YoungDave
QOTD: Going to Graves in September… I hope.
July 22, 2008

Raybo
QOTD – I would love to come to France and help pick grapes. Send me the airline ticket and I’m there.
July 22, 2008

victor
When and where and
I’ll be there…
July 22, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Love the shows from Bordeaux!
July 23, 2008

Evan R.
Wow, I’m late. The look on Tristan’s face when you said you got a hint of “Sweat sock” in the 86 was fun to watch. Good show.
July 23, 2008

David Dadekian
EXCELLENT SHOW! I’ve got to get on to #504.
July 26, 2008

JayZee
I enjoyed both of the Bordeaux shows very much. It is always great to meet the winemakers.
July 29, 2008

Rich
What a charming, terrific episode. I love when you have guests. The shows are always great, but lately they have been special. Thanks so much for that. I am a bit behind on episodes but getting caught up this evening
July 30, 2008

jason
all the spaniards go to bordeaux to pick
side note – i had a 1989 la tour martillac rouge last year and it was nice, real nice. my host had the bad idea of serving it with new wave tai, so i held off on eating as much as possible. anyhow, it had some life in it still. it was goooood.
August 8, 2008

Mats FrÃ¶ling
Behind on the shows – just watched this one today. Loved it! During the first week of June this year I spent a few days in Bordeaux with chateaux visits and great food. We visited about 10 places and I have to say that the visit to Latour Martillac was probably the best: the reception, the tour (no pun intended), and the wine: all was fantastic! Thanks Pascal!! They were botteling the 2006 while we were there – great to see.
August 11, 2008

yowens
Excellent show, another bordeaux I’ll keep a lookout for, greg
January 16, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
Great stuff! I love all these winery visits. Love seeing the owners/winemakers and thier passion for making these wines. QOTD: First things first. I need me a passport then we can talk about me visiting and doing some summer work for you. …I also love watching your guests get totally caught off guard when you ask them to ask a QOTD.
March 24, 2009

Doyle Clark
love the episode.

QOTD: no time to visit any other wineries, too busy making wine this year.

sooooooo glad you had the “whether they like it or not” on the end!
March 27, 2009

Derren Whiteman
You completely scared the crap out of the poor guy when you started the show. Too funny.

Derren.
March 27, 2009

Rodney
Love the show!!

Nice guy !

I will try his wines.

Best regards.