Top 2 Wines From The Book

Top 2 Wines From The Book – Episode #514

August 6, 2008

From classy surroundings at Chateau Doisy Vedrines, Gary Vaynerchuk re-tastes the top 2 wines from his book.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

Chateau Cos D’estournel 2005
Chateau Doisy Vedrines Sauternes 2005

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August 6, 2008

Ryne Nelson
Gary, I’m curious…when did you first have your first Sauterne…*and* would you rate that first bottle less now that you’ve tried something as good as Chateau Doisy Vedrines?
August 6, 2008

Withnail
Loved the episode!

I’ve had tons of Sauternes (including d’Yquem) – and like them – but don’t have a particular favorite memory.

I do recall having numerous ’88s and ’90s awhile back. Been some time. Not a big dessert wine guy, though they are delicious.
August 6, 2008

Saftig
Did you film this episode on a ship at sea? I kept moving my laptop to accommodate for the “tilt.” Funny.
QOTD: I’ve tried a number of Sauternes and they are very flavorful but far too often far too sweet for my palate. I will never say no to Sauternes and look forward to finding “the” one.
August 6, 2008

MossyMo
Love the 05 Bordeaux reviews! Did you have to fly directly to Bordeaux to be able to taste these because all the wines are still sitting on the dock in France due to the strike?:-) Wish mine would arrive. Hoping for more 05 Bords to be reviewed!
August 6, 2008

canadapete
I may just have to splurge on those.
QOTD. Only had a few, but love the Chat. Gravas
August 6, 2008

David Cole
This was the best show this month, maybe this year! It was all about the wine and I loved it!! I will be getting both and laying them down for something special!
August 6, 2008

Mike S.
Can’t remember the last sauternes I had – the fact that I can’t remember says it all. Best dessert wine ever: Domaine Baumard Quarts de Chaumes (Loire), a truly mind blowing experience. Had a tokaji (Hungary) Saturday, also incredible.
August 6, 2008

Phil G
Nice.

QOTD – I haven’t had many, and can’t think of any specific names – but I do enjoy them. Overall, I tend to drink more port after dinner, or German wines for something sweeter… I’ll have t get more into Sauternes soon.
August 6, 2008

LuvsChandon
Have not tried Sauternes yet, but have a couple bottles on order from WL.

Typically, I do not enjoy sweet wines, but in the context of entertaining and making a dinner party truly special I’m starting to enjoy them paired with the last course. In very small quantities though!!!
August 6, 2008

E
QOD: ‘75 Coutet. I know, but it’s close. There is some Lafaurie-Peraguey and Rieussec available out here in the stix, though …
August 6, 2008

RDHudak
Stay strong Gary. Looks tough.
August 6, 2008

SpoiledinCalbyPinot
QOTD: Never has a Sauternes! Do not drink desert wines, I am still
working on Napa cab, but I see my palate is changing as I am starting to
like wines with terroir.
August 6, 2008

JonE
Suffering for the cause. Your a good man Gary Vaynerchuk.

QOTD: Taylor Sauterne 1.5, I positioned myself under the plastic spicket and went to town. Actually I haven’t had nearly enough vintage stuff, but I have been impressed on a QPR level with Roumieu-Lacoste.
August 6, 2008

Derek F.
Great show Gary.

QOTD: I have had some before but I forget the name?? I also have a few 2001 in the cellar.
August 6, 2008

Kevin K
QOTD: I got one from WL for ~15 bones that was great. But I haven’t had “the one” yet.
August 6, 2008

John
Oh, apparently “Sauternes” has “s” at the end no matter what. Whoops! Shows how much I know about French.
August 6, 2008

John
I’m a lurker. I loved watching this episode. This is my first comment.

I haven’t had a Sauterne because I haven’t had any wines! I’m only 18. Anyways, love the show, Gary. Keep up the great work.
August 6, 2008

Dr. Dan
I bought 6 bottles of each of those two (on futures from WL, of course) and am now very glad that I did. I concur about GV’s preference for less viscous Sauternes. The cloying sweetness of many has kept me away. I had a chance to try, for the first time, a small sample of a Tokaji a few weeks ago, and I found that to be less viscous with nice crispness. Could be a fan. I’ve got a number of different 2001 Sauternes that I hope will get me primed for the Doisy’s that are on their way.
August 6, 2008

ZachB
Chateau Guiraud
August 6, 2008

Ryan W
I really enjoyed this show. I liked seeing you taste your top two wines from your book and would like to see you taste some more.

QOTD – I have not had a Sauternes yet, but I do have one from the last secret pack and am waiting for a good time with friends to have it. Speaking of secret packs, when the heck are we going to have another secret pack?
August 6, 2008

Rossodio
QOTD 1: Without hesitation, I’d say the 1990 Chateau Suduiraut (Ex chateau 2005) – which you rated 92+ on 5/1/07. I had it in mid-May 2008 to celebrate with family and friends, and it was a heavenly experience.

In second place comes the 1971 Chateau Caillou. There’s something to be said for age with Sauternes, as it gives it a distinct complexity different from that that a red picks up (haven’t had much older Montrachet, so can’t speak on how it would compare).

You know, it’s a shame that many people have not experienced a good Sauternes. They have plenty of weight (not to mention alcohol), to the point where a 375ml bottle is fine after a nice dinner for two, and if you’re talking 375’s, the prices are often very reasonable. I personally believe that they are, on the whole, king of QPR in France.

As for your allusion to historical wine trends… it’s interesting to note that the finest wines of the ancient world (Greece, Rome, and the like) were sweeter white wines, though they of course were made differently than Sauternes are made today. There’s something masculine and powerful that can really speak to you in a Sauternes – and at an affordable price.
August 6, 2008

Chris in Tulsa
QOTD: Chateau Coutet forgot the vintage.Have a Chateau D’Yquem 2003 I’m saving for something special. I love Sauternes And Tokaji wines, though I only drink thr on special occasions or when I find a bargain one. Loved the dry Tokaji and the Sauternes you had in some of your secret packs. HEY WHEN YOU GONNA DO ANOTHER SECRET PACK?!?!
August 6, 2008

Evan R.
QOTD- Never had one, but I’m looking now.
August 6, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Q-Need to try some, not a big dessert wine person, if I am spending $40-50 a bottle it’s not going to be on dessert wines. I know….be open minded. I will try some.
August 6, 2008

Rob Howells
I will try one when you serve it on the Thunder Cruise.