A 3 country Pinot Noir Challenge

A 3 country Pinot Noir Challenge – Episode #516

August 11, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk tries 3 – $40 Pinot Noirs head to head and sees who has the chops. Will Burgundy, California or Oregon win this battle?

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2004 Bertagna Clos Perriere VougeotVougeot & Clos Vougeot
2006 Antica Terra Pinot NoirOregon Pinot Noir
2005 Ampelos Pinot Noir RhoOther California Pinot Noir

Links mentioned in todays episode.

188 Responses

August 11, 2008

Kristen
woot woot…and I’m in France!
August 11, 2008

Chalz
Number 2, almost made it
August 11, 2008

jason
top 3
lookin’ good. can’t wait
3 country pinot smackdown!.. allez les bleu
August 11, 2008

UES Chris
Go GIANTS
August 11, 2008

Marc
Wow..#4 AND Pinot Noir! It’s my lucky day!
August 11, 2008

Dominus
Glad to see you got the Stinkor!

You’re right, a classic show though I’m watching it as I type.

I’m hoping Oregon wins this matchup.

I’ll be back to answer QOTD.

Cheers!
August 11, 2008

Trav
Atta boy gary. Great show. QOTD: 4-12
August 11, 2008

rajiv
Top 10?
August 11, 2008

RichG
Gary: Woo Hoo….appreciate the Bday shout-out!!! Tallahassee is in the panhandle of Florida and the home the the FSU Seminoles….Jax Jaguaers are the closest pro team about 150 miles to the east!
August 11, 2008

Dominus
QOTD: Tough one but I’ll go 9-7. Besides NE and SD the rest are winnable.

Bummer about the Oregon Pinot. I, too, was expecting a better showing.

Great show and I gotta sign up for the T-Cruise.
August 11, 2008

mike76
qotd: 7-9 everyone forgets farve was an INT machine until last year, and with a new offense and different receivers he will throw at least 20 picks.
I did an very similar tasting this weekend with pinots from burgundy, oregon and california: 05 maume gevrey, 02 beaux freres, 02 belle souers shea vineyard, 04 school house, 05 rochioli west block, 05 rochioli east block. Had almost the same results: oregon disappointed, rochioli west block killed it, east just behind; school house and the gevrey were very good.
August 11, 2008

Rani Haykal
Great Show!!!

I am still trying to build up funds for the cruise…

QOTD: No Clue….dont really follow football at all

–RH
August 11, 2008

Glen...winecrazy.com
WOW…. your hair’s getting shorter, and mine’s getting longer.

Did you get the Tea?????

The Tea…. did you get the Tea?

Homey!

Did ya….?

QOTD: You know my stand on sports….lol
August 11, 2008

Christian
QOTD: 11-5 and the playoffs.
August 11, 2008

Clayton Havens
Farve might be an INT machine but he doesn’t hold all the records because he sucks… I was leaning 9 and 7 before Farve… I’m thinking the Green Machine will add 3 wins… 11 and 3. I think the Jets will make the playoffs this years… And no I’m not Jets fan.. (Go Big D!).
August 11, 2008

Scott Kieser
Good Show. You mentioned that the OR Pinot was a good wine, but there were equally good wines at half the price. I am sure that is correct, but I doubt you will find another Pinot that good at that price. If you want to spend big money on a wine that drinks a 7 dollar bottle, Oregon Pinot Noir in the $20-%25 range is the way to go.
August 11, 2008

cameron w
Great show. I consider you results for CA vs. OR PN today to be an aberration:)

Would love to join the Thunder Cruise, but no way to make it happen with the twins.

QOTD – 6 and 10.
August 11, 2008

Ed Roberts
QOTD: Jets fall on their face first 4 games. Go 1-3. Then recover and finish 9-7. Make the playoffs and win at least 1 if not 2 games.
August 11, 2008

OzJeff
QOTD: No clue. Don’t even know how to score your wierd style of football. (Bring on the flames guys

Regarding the Poop. Can you talk a little to your Vaynerites about what makes the poop in the wine. I’d have thought being new world that it isn’t poor vinefication, so is it intentional? If you get the chance in your shows it would be nice to hear your comments about what causes some of the (unusual) aromas that you encounter.

Thanks for the shows Gary
August 11, 2008

rajiv
Yes I’ve had cinnamon sticks! I love eating them. Especially the way they get so sweet if you chew them long enough. You gotta embrace a bit-o-pain, though.
August 11, 2008

AnthonyS
When did we give Oregon to Canada? I’m only counting 2 countries, but that’s OK ’cause it’s Monday.
August 11, 2008

Kevin K
Love Garys music choices. =)
August 11, 2008

theemptyglass
QOTD: 16-0…. Gary I know you love the jets, but if you want to urge the lurkers out you gotta ask questions they can answer…
weren’t you gonna talk about your trip to India?
And yes, despite the texture, gnawing on cinnamon sticks is tasty. Personally, I like to put the sticks on top of my coffee grinds or in boiling water to get the fresh cinnamon taste without the bark in my teethe =).
August 11, 2008

wine-ot
great show gv…next oregon episode should involve wines from Dominio!
August 11, 2008

LennyR
Great show!

Gary, talk about India if it’s not a business secret.
Were you there to scout wine?

QOTD: 9-7
August 11, 2008

Withnail
I count 2 countries
August 11, 2008

BruceP
QOTD: NY Jets record 8-8. Favre will not help as much as you hope for, and the AFC is just too tough. No playoffs for you.
August 11, 2008

SpoiledinCalbyPinot
Jets W 6 L 9 (other)* 1

Game forfeited due to playing the Patriots who cheat again!!again!!

Pinots in Santa Maria Valley are great!
August 11, 2008

Chippewamike
QOTD:

8-8. Too much pressure on Farve to be the guy. More INTs than last year.

Great show. Love the comparisons.
August 11, 2008

Lord Nouda
QOTD: Ah, don’t really follow football. One of your fans from London, cheers for the shout-out. And so, I’m gonna follow your tip 16 -0! Man, I wish I could join the thunder cruise.
August 11, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
Glad to see you back in the USA. Thunder Cruise Woo Hoo!!!
Not surprised on the Oregon Pinot result if the winemaker has anything to do with Sine Qua Non wines. They are downright weird wines and expensive. More Burgundies please. Will finally be at Wine Library this Friday. Looking forward to a laid back Friday.
August 11, 2008

rvensel
Qotd: I think the jets will end 9-7 or 10-6 and be on the playoff bubble. I’ve been a Packer fan as long as I can remember but as long as Farve is a Jet they are a close #2. I’ll order my jersey as soon as the initial rush is over. It’ll be the 1st time I’ve needed a new Farve Jersey in 6 years.
August 11, 2008

hugh
Not to burst your bubble……j-e-t-s…..10-6…….
i said this in the forums, but also state it here…..missing the cruise will be a major bummer….business conflict-must be in SF the same week!!!
August 11, 2008

Kevin K
Check out streaming Gary.
August 11, 2008

M
That first wine has my palate all over it. I need to get me some of that. I like trying most every type of wine. My palate is not loving the Australian Shiraz’s. After tasting and enjoying different wines, I find myself craving a good Burgundy every once in a while. I have some special ones in the wine storage unit. I’ll go hug them.

QOTD: ?
August 11, 2008

The Aesthetic Elevator
Nice packaging on the Antica and Ampelos . . .
August 11, 2008

Neil
QOTD: 8 wins – 8 losses. Favre should have packed it up with the packers.
August 11, 2008

Derek F.
Very good EP GaryVee, really love pinot.

Thunder cruise sounds like its going to be a blast!!
August 11, 2008

Smahlatz
QOTD : 1-15 ? I have no idea – what is Jets?
August 11, 2008

Little Jonny H
I think you’re on to something with Ratlif. I watched the Browns-Jets preseason game and he looks decent (out of nowhere). I will say that Brett was a great business decision for the jets. All the jerseys and ticket sales will more than make up for his salary… though I think his play will be less than spectacular (and who knows how long he’ll be there?). A VERY poor long-term decision (if they don’t deal him to someone else).

QOTD: 7-9 Can’t beat the Pats or Bills to get into the playoffs anyway so why not fill the stadium with ‘Yorkers who want to see a legend play…
August 11, 2008

Kevin K
QOTD: 11-7
August 11, 2008

Tom T.
QOTD…..I’ll say 9-7 because Favre is so much better then Pennington. I see the Jets play Miami in their last game of the season. This could be interesting if Chad is the QB, and the Jets playoff hopes are riding on that last game.
August 11, 2008

jtmac
QOTD: 8-8
August 11, 2008

WineWoman
QOTD: I don’t follow Football except to plan SuperBowl parties. Hubby is a Giants fan. I asked his opinion. 8-8.
August 11, 2008

sr. don julio
QOTD: 8-8… if they’re lucky!
August 11, 2008

Jon-Paul Lenczuk
Thank you for the shout-out, Gary!

Good info on the Pinots–will put it on the radar screen!

Answer to the QOD: Don’t know how it will play out, so I’m going 8-8.
August 11, 2008

Susan
Gary & Mott, Ok- not sure where to start…….Fabulous episode…got to be on ustream for SEVERAL hours!!!! I had a chance to see your epic run of episodes!!!!!!!! How many did you tape today??????
???????
August 11, 2008

Susan
Gary- I love the guy who asked what is the jets!!!!!!!!!!!! lol
August 11, 2008

Susan
Gary & Mott, QOTD: Don’t follow football as much I follow basketball. My guess: 10-6????? Remember, I am from Indiana. NOTHING else exists there except basketball!!!!!!!!!!
August 11, 2008

Dale Cruse
QOTD: 7-9
August 11, 2008

Smorgy
qotd: im going with a solid 11-5
August 11, 2008

Orion S.
You gotta give the stinkor guy something good. That is epic!

QotD: 10-6
August 11, 2008

Walter
Amazing experience being able to see the show taping from the sofa Greetz.
August 11, 2008

NJ-Vettester
QOTD: The Jets will go 11-5.
August 11, 2008

Tooch
Thanks for letting the cat out of the bag on the Ampelos – you jerk! Kidding.

Jets will be 7-9 this year. Looks like a quick 0-3 start in my eyes…Pennington will look like MVP Brett Favre, and Favre will throw 3 picks. I’d get used to it though, the INTs will be coming fast and furious.
August 11, 2008

Evan R.
Welcome back Gary!!!
August 11, 2008

Slushpuppy
A month or so ago, you kind of dissed Favre, so I really expected a bit of outrage from you. I guess now you want to be neutral in case you get to meet him, get autograph, etc. I feel sorry for the Jets if they need this old guy to help them win a few games….
Smell it first!
August 11, 2008

Pete G
Great pinot battle. Had a bottle of that Boedecker pinot from Oregon you recommended several shows ago and it was money!

QOTD: Farve comes in to save the season late. 10-6
August 11, 2008

Shawn_944
Awesome Show Gary!
August 11, 2008

Edward Salonia
Great show today Gary. Welcome back.

QOTD: No guesses here, I don’t watch football ::gasps::
August 11, 2008

Hido53
QOTD:

Dolphins – Jets win
Pats – Jets loss
Bolts – Jets loss
Cards – Jets win
Bengals – Jets win
Raiders – Jets win
Chiefs – Jets loss
Bills – Jets win
Rams – Jets win
Pats – Jets loss
Titans – Jets loss
Broncos – Jets win
my Niners – Jets win
Bills – Jets win
Seahawks – Jets loss
Dolphins – Jets win

2008 Season Record: 10-6
August 11, 2008

John Farrin
I’d offer you 25 cents a piece for your #11 jerseys you turncoat, but I don’t really want to continually answer the “Who’s he?” questions

QOTD: Sorry Gary, 7-9, and that’s as good as it gets.
August 11, 2008

John Farrin
Oh, by the way, nice show. The wine reviews are why I watch the show. Living in SF area I always get amused by Raider fans who are sure that their latest acquisition is going to lead to the Super Bowl, EVERY YEAR, before training camp closes. After the 4-12 season what do you hear? Not so much
August 11, 2008

Brian
Another great show Gary! QOTD: 11-5. Brett Favre is a big, big piece.
August 11, 2008

ev
I’m not a Jet lover or hater. The NY Jets, as far as I’m concerned made a bonehead move getting Farve. He quit twice with a team/community that loved the pants off him…………..he’s burned out. For the Jets to change their team, getting rid of Chad Pennington, and pay big bucks for someone who is almost guaranteed to be a shorttimer (my guess would be he won’t make it to Nov) is NOT med or long term thinking.
August 11, 2008

digitaldean
Being a Packers fan, I will miss Brett. He should do OK, if he’s reined in. He had one of his best seasons in 2007 when McCarthy (the Packers coach) kept him under control. If he’s reined in and has a decent ground game, 10-6 and a playoff spot.
August 11, 2008

Jay
I don’t care how old you are, when someone says “poop”, everybody laughs a little bit. It was great to hear a little bit more about the cruise. It sounds awesome (especially if there’s going to be a few hot young ladies).

QOTD: 7-9. I just don’t think they’re going to get to that .500 mark just yet. Plus, Favre makes WAY too many stupid plays to get the Jets over that hump.
August 11, 2008

Mark Tolerico
Great show, wanted to taste Antica Terra for a while now. Maggie actually isn’t the assistant at SQN anymore, but makes a great syrah, which you mentioned her own label called “Lillian”.
August 11, 2008

Phil G
welcome back…

QOTD: 11-5 w/ a first round playoff win, and a second round loss…
August 11, 2008

LuvsChandon
nice show, and loved your descriptions of the Oregon PN, I’m liking stinktified wines too!

Football? Soccer!!!
August 11, 2008

Seamus ( elvis ) Mooney
The J-E-T-S are gonna go 16 and 0 and beat the stinking cheese eating Quackers in the superbowl.
August 11, 2008

Bill
WB GV. I enjoy these death-match shows, where grapes from different regions go at it.

QOTD: 9-7
August 11, 2008

pawncop
This was a good episode, glad to have you back in the USA. Appreciate your comments regarding the different PN’s.

QOTD – NY Jets 9 – 7, sorry it won’t get too much better.
August 11, 2008

Garrick
Great show.

QotD: 9-7
August 11, 2008

Leo Brancazio
Gary,
You never answered my question on facebook!

Here it is again:

Gary, I have a good idea for a show, and if you do the show, a good wine to try for that particular show. The show should be, “The Sniffy-Sniff Show”. For the show, choose wines that have a fantastic or bizarre aroma. My suggestion for the show is Root: 1 Chilean 2006 cabernet sauvignon. I bought a bottle at Costco. When I opened it, the smell took over my kitchen (furthermore, it taste not bad at all). Tell me what you think?

I hope you have time to answer the question.
Leo
August 11, 2008

SteveW
Nice show, I like the challenge format of having the same grape but different
regions. Nice to have you back!
QOTD: 10-6
One of those losses will come Dec. 21st in Seattle.
My boys (Gary & Chuck V.) and I look forward to tailgating with
you before that game.
August 11, 2008

thefanjestic
Good episode – very Vaynerchuck Throw back style.

QOTD: 16-0 – Hey – why not?
August 11, 2008

laposte
QOTD: 12-4
August 11, 2008

Tony
J-E-T-S…

Great episode. Thank you.

9 and 7…sorry, it takes a couple of years for a team to gel.
August 11, 2008

Jimmy T
QOTD: Jets 8-8, Steelers 10-6
August 11, 2008

Doug
QOTD: 10-6, thanks in part to Virginia alums Thomas Jones and D’Brickashaw Ferguson.
August 11, 2008

sam
Welcome back Gary. Hope you enjoyed India. What do they drink down there anyway?
August 11, 2008

DAve A
GREAT ENERGY – GREAT style – you are back! I’ve decided Raleigh is not the place to find wines – none of these are in local stores either. Amazing.
The Pinot Noir smells were described wonderfully – I was sniffy sniffing my Pinot Noir (not one listed) and could almost find some of the components, never found the pickle or celery until you told me to look for it.!! wow.

Very poopy. poop barnyard nose. Those are funny. oh, and then raspberry. ha.

The last one sounded yummy. Very good show, it’s nice to have you back in the element you shine best in.
QOTD: Jets? Jets? is that a sports question? oh. sorry, don’t follow sports.

my QOTD: will US move military into Georgia to stop Russian aggression? and what are they doing in Atlanta, anyways? :*)
August 11, 2008

Anthony L.
Very nice. The first live episode in while.
August 11, 2008

Anthony L.
Very nice. The first live episode in a while.
August 11, 2008

E
9-7, just missing out on a wild card.
August 11, 2008

Yvette W
QOTD: Jets Record: 11-5

Whoo-hoo!
August 11, 2008

Ryan
Great show! It sounds like you got a visit from the Poo Goblin! I’d take that over “feline character” I guess =)

QOTD: 8-8 Think Farve will blow it. Very disappointed in the news, should have stayed retired.
August 11, 2008

mrzitro
QOTD: 7-9, Farve should have stayed retired.
August 11, 2008

Tad
A change of heart from Gary V. Pre NFC Championship game you talked abot how Brett was a phony and over-rated. None of that now that he is a Jet.

Still love Brett, but he held an organization hostage and acted like a diva.

Go Pack Go! We will be just fine.
August 11, 2008

Ryne Nelson
Thunder Cruise definitely sounds baller, Gary. If you have video of Mott going in for an unexpected dip, that would be YouTube gold!
August 11, 2008

Gobi
Being a FSU alumni…. Tallahassee = SEMINOLE territory .. GO NOLES!
August 11, 2008

Jaybird
QOTD: GV ya know I love ya Bra… i do root for the Jets most of the time but with Favre there I don’t see it happening as much he will be a newcense like Billy Madison in the Ms. Vaughns class. 6-10
August 11, 2008

neutron212
QOTD: the jets record is going to be 9-7 Vegas has them at 8-8 thats after the jets were moved up 2 wins when Farve joined the team. after all the afc east is playing the nfc west this year EZ wins
August 11, 2008

Tom B.
Hey Gary:
QOTD: Too bad you were away during most of the Favre to Jets stuff. Being a Buffalo fan I’m finding it hard to predict more than 9-7 (not enough to sneak into the playoffs). However, I totally understand your enthusiasm. This is the most press the Jets have seen in quite some time!

If you owned the Jets, (I know you will some some day) would you have signed him?
August 12, 2008

Paul V
I’m thinking the Jets are going to win the Stanley Cup (I don’t think there’s any doubt about that) against the Phoenix Sun. I just hope they don’t fall apart like they did last year at Wimbledon. That was just embarrassing – in 50 overs no less!

10-6
August 12, 2008

Marshall
Nice to hear somebody else praise the 2004 Burgundy vintage. A great underated vinatage.
P.S. Farve stinks!
August 12, 2008

Scott - Boston
QOTD: Jets, uh… does it matter? Patriots continue their mastery, Favre or no Favre. aaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh! Just a little fun ribbin’. I’m sure you all enjoyed last year’s Super bowl…

Jets : 10-6, Favre misses last three games of the season; just a hunch.
Pats coast into the playoffs.

Looove Stinkor!
Scott – Boston
August 12, 2008

Bensprugel
QOTD – Jets will go 9-7 this year.
August 12, 2008

BobMac
QotD: 10-6.

You gotta do a show on ice wine.
August 12, 2008

John
I say Jets go 10-6, maybe 9-7. Jets will need the wide receivers if they hope to benefit from Farve.
August 12, 2008

Robin C
I love pinot comparisons. How can they be so different from each other?
I must have been napping – I missed the QOTD, but I gather that it had something to do with the Jets. I’ll be interested to see what effect Favre has on the team. Is the coach a doofus for making him run a lap?
August 12, 2008

manonthemoon
Always good to rock the pinot.

QOTD: The JETS will be a contender for a wild card spot with the addition of farve, plus the 2 linemen woody and faneca, and a monster in Jenkins plugging up the middle. Not totally sold on the D, but the offense should be very well balanced and a force. With that said you will exit the playoffs early when mr interception throws yet another big pick to end his teams season.
JETS 10-6 and my fish 5-11 (very easy schedule this year with the NFC west calling)
August 12, 2008

Victor Barriga
great show Gary!
QOTD Answer:jets 10-6
I can’t wait for the Chargers VS jets game, where the chargers will bring the thunder against the poor jets
August 12, 2008

Bobo36
Good show on Pinots. I find them tempermental; still looking for a few that i like; dislike more than like.
QOTD: 11-5, but you should had asked the date when the Packers coach will be lynched by the fans after a bad start.
August 12, 2008

Joe Tom
GREAT SHOW GARY!!!!
first time post…..yeah, i lurked for a bit.
THANKS for the birthday shout-out too.
ez.
August 12, 2008

Withnail
Make sure you tape a bunch of shows on the Thunder Cruise.
August 12, 2008

YoungDave
QOTD: 9-7
August 12, 2008

BobbyTiger
You would be talking about football. No? GO CAPS!
August 12, 2008

Dan Manu
A 3 Country Pinot Noir Challenge? … 2 country?
surely more than 2 counties grow pinot…

Jets 10-6
August 12, 2008

robnmo
QOTD: 9-7
August 12, 2008

Kelly Goff
So CA does make some decent wine! You can be so down on them…its nice to know that there are some good wines that I can actually find. Great show.

QOTD: 10-6 Favre is not the whole team…though he may think he is
August 12, 2008

Steven
QOTD: i have the Jets goin 9-7 with there final loss to the Denver Broncos where Champ Baily the best corner in football will intercept 3 of brett favre’s passes
August 12, 2008

Scottie P
QOTD: 8-8, you gotta have team chemistry! They’ll be better in 2009-2010.

I am soooo pumped for the Thunder Cruise!!!
August 12, 2008

senator
6-10. Farve will singlehandedly be responsible for one of those W’s.
August 12, 2008

Keith Goodrum
Gary,

Thanks for mentioning the post about Becky. I really appreciate it. Becky has been overwhelmed with the comments of support & encouragement. She says it’s amazing to think people are out there taking the time to do this.

I keep telling her it’s the power of the community.
August 12, 2008

Bernie Bearnaise
First, California is not a Country. Great to have you back and this was a nice tasteoff of wines I’ve never had. Do you remember last season tasting the cabernet made by Sojourn Cellars and you did a whole show on it? I would like your take on their Pinot Noirs in a future episode.

Brett can handle the spotlight and the pressure and will win over the fans. You have good receivers for him to use his rifle as in a shooting gallery. Ping! Ping! Touchdown! His challenge will be to learn to read new defenses and play the Pats twice a year. It’s going to be interesting to watch his progress. We play you in the preseason and I can’t wait to see Brett in Green and White instead of Cheddar. 10-6 sounds about right.
August 12, 2008

Mark
I think 8-8 is realistic…….i do look for the Bills to be the surprise team of the year.
August 12, 2008

TJ
8-8 without making playoffs. Its still the Jets we are talking about
August 12, 2008

MattUD
QOTD: Without looking at their schedule, I will go with 10-6. Still gotta hope for a wildcard spot though.
August 12, 2008

Leif erik Sundstrom
Good show. Why is it I am always shocked when CA brings the thunder. I mean this is a state that has consistently done some great things in wine, why should I be shocked. In all fairness though, ‘06 was a MUCH weaker vintage in Oregon, than ‘04 in FR or ‘05 in CA. So, while it’s all still wine on the table, it seems important to make that distinction.
Still — LOVIN it!
August 12, 2008

gotsha
What were the three countries, Oregon, Cali and France? QOTD…What was that? Gary’s doing 27 things at once now instead of 14. I’m glad he has the stamina becuase I sure don’t.
August 12, 2008

LauraG
QOTD: I dunno, I’m pretty ignorant of the NFL, but since you asked, how ’bout 12-4??
August 12, 2008

Andrew
Lots of poopie on this one.

QOTD: 13-3
August 12, 2008

brainpain
GV: Nice show… I find some Pinots lack the structure that I look for in a wine but certainly new “dry red” drinkers out there will be rolling hard!

QOTD: 10 – 6
August 12, 2008

Colin Lukens
Fun stuff! QOTD – Born and raised in GB, you will finally understand the love and loathing that is BF. He will force plays. He’ll be exciting. He’ll run around and get hurt and then play the rest of the game. But he looks like a deer-in-headlights up there, so I’m thinking you’ll go 8-8 or 9-7, with BF throwing 3-4 picks in the first 2-3 games. You’ll make a run at the end – maybe 5 game win-streak. Look at the scores and record for the 2006 Packers – and there’s your season.
August 12, 2008

GrapeStuff
Another great PN episode!
August 12, 2008

Eric
QOTD: 8-8. Sorry Gary, but Farve throws more dumb passes than brilliant. And while that may work in the NFC, I think that the AFC will punish that badly.

Also, what happened to discussing India?
August 12, 2008

AshleyE
Well, I hope that Favre comes through for you. Heaven knows the Jets need it seeing as how they were 4 and 12 last year… The only teams with a worse record were the Dolphins and the Lambs…I mean Rams. (I can say that because I’m from STL.)

Anyway, I’m predicting 8-8. An improvement, but not a momentous shift their first year out.

And for anyone who hasn’t had the chance to catch Gary on Ustream, it’s a blast. A totally different experience and much more interactive. This episode was the first one I’d viewed that way, and it was a lot of fun. Thanks, Gary, and welcome back!
August 12, 2008

Rick O'Shea
Jets 9-7
August 12, 2008

ChezJim
Nice show. I love a good pinot. Too bad there are a lot of misses out there.

QOTD: 9 – 7
August 12, 2008

Palmer
QOTD: 10-6

Line of the Day: “You gotta gnaw on cinnamon sticks.”
August 12, 2008

Daniel
QOTD: 10-6, or 11-5 if we can get one win over the pats!!! kelen clemens is garbage, but the new guy ratlif looked really good!!! GO J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS!!!
August 12, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Q- 7-9, Brett will be ok, but nothing great, he should have stayed retired and left on top as a Packer. And I am not a Packer fan.
August 12, 2008

BH
Always entertaining. Great to see some local Santa Barbara love. Ampelos does make incredible wine. It’s a good thing I got on their wine club list a couple of weeks ago. I don’t see it being open for very long, especially now that the cat’s out of the bag. They’re also farming biodynamically and have one of the most amazing vineyards I’ve ever seen. It’s not supprising the quality they’re putting out. It also doesn’t hurt that their winemaking consultant on the 05′ vintage is now the head winemaker for Sea Smoke. Great stuff.
August 12, 2008

wayno da wino
YA DRINK NO NOIR…..YA PINOT NOIR…..YEEEEEEEAAAAAAAH !!!!!!!!

QOTD: If da Jets can avoid major injuries to Crucial Players…..
i think they go 10 – 6. Yo G , why did Ya throw Clemons under da
bus ??????
August 12, 2008

Derek
QOTD: 8-8.
Brett throws 24 touchdowns and
August 12, 2008

Abrahamsen
9-7 Favre is good, but not a superstar anymore (-:
August 12, 2008

M
I’m slow. I missed it. Three countries? Thank you everyone for pointing out that it’s two countries. Three “terroirs”?
August 12, 2008

Sean
I haven’t even had time to watch a show the last two weeks. Totally slammed.

Still…I stop by every day hoping that you have announced the next secret pack. It has been too long already! Mott – link one up!
August 12, 2008

Rowland
rock and roll.. dont open that toy, do it on the thunder cruise.
August 12, 2008

rAmbler
Gary:

Just working my way through some Oregon Pinots as i type. Tones of Pooh here…but i’m affraid to say i like it….i’m a pooh lover.

go bengals 13-6 See you week 6 punk!

would love to see a line up of wines from the languedoc. These are some of my favoite wines to enjoy right now
August 12, 2008

Keith Miller
Jets….9 & 7 …They Miss the Playoffs…Sorry GV…Hey there is always next year…That’s when Bret really retires. He was just kidding this year.

Miller

Raise a glass to good health!!!
August 12, 2008

Scott EJ
Love pinot.
August 12, 2008

Roberto
Hello All,

First Things First, the Jets will be lucky to go 9-7 . A very public bet with Gary: My Dolphins beat your Jets, first game of the season… if so, you have to apologize live (well, taped is ok) on your show for the times you bad mouth the Florida Teams… if you win, you sir get a free ticket (no joke) to CR on Continental…

Loved the Tannat by the way, good call there GV. (sorry that’s from another episode…)
By the way did you see the bullet Favre threw in Practice the other day? 60 yards in stride, catch it on youtube I think.
August 12, 2008

Richard Ritter
Glad to have you back man. Pinots are some of my favs.

QOTD: The Patsies fell one game short of perfection last year…this year the JETS show them how it’s done. You heard it here first…BOO – YA – KA – SHA!
August 12, 2008

Brandon
Man oh man… I was so ready to hear “poop bomb.” As a poor college student, I’d really like to see a show on some value pinots (under $25, say). I know they’re out there had have scored a few but more tips are always appreciated.

Lastly, I hate to drop this on you, but i’ve got the jersey boys down at 8-8.
August 12, 2008

Tyler RM
QOTD: 8-8
August 12, 2008

Sharon
Hi GV, hmmm I’m going to go with 10-6 for your NY Jets this year. I hope they do well, really!
Booo on poop emanating from the 1st 2 pinots. I’m not into the funk which is just Brett anyway.
August 12, 2008

adam
Right on with the ampelos pinot noir. Although I have to disagree with your final conclusion. The winemaker is Peter and Rebecca’s Son who also happens to be the assistant winemaker of SEA SMOKE. I was very interested in this winery because they happen to be bio-d as well. After tasting it I have to say that it is a spoofulated wine. Too much extraction and way to much hang time for a Santa Rita Pinot to truly display terroir. This is no wonder since that is exactly what you would expect from a SEA SMOKE. No uniqueness, and a disappointment to the soul of this beautiful vineyard.
August 12, 2008

mattygroves
QOTD: 15-1

The Jets will be defeated by the Tennessee Titans on November 23, two days after my birthday. Come on down, Thunderous One, i’ve got your ticket covered.
August 12, 2008

World of Pinot Noir
Hi Gary,

Great show!! The winemaker for Ampelos Cellars is Peter Work.
Cheers!
Felicia
August 12, 2008

Deano
good episode Gary. I like watching the taping on Ustream as well its sweet.

QOTD:
- probably 8-8
August 12, 2008

Barry
Always knew most of the country thinks of California as being another country. This confirms it.

Don’t forget that Farve is the all time leading interception leader, or as some say, a turnover machine. He’ll lose as many as he’ll win for you with his reckless throws.
August 12, 2008

ChiroGuyDC
QOTD: Don’t make me answer this question Gary, you know where my allegiance lies…but in all seriousness, I feel the Jets have what it takes to be a 10-6 team, and it may be even enough to claim the AFC wild card others in the North or South falter. Unfortunately, they must eventually face the steamroller that is the New England Patriots!!!

Great show as usual Gary! You’re bringing straight THUNDER as always!
August 12, 2008

Ryan W
I am feeling the Jets doing well this year.

11 – 5

and a wildcard spot.
August 12, 2008

Capt M
Great, great episode. I have a Sta. Rita Hills Pinot in my cellar, and it’s new, a Rusack. In fact, it’s the one listed in Gary’s Book. So I’m excited. But better than that, I’m excited that my beautiful wife Concepcion and this humble fellow Vayniac are going on the cruise!!
August 12, 2008

Herb
I’m a lifetime Tampa Bay fan, and your little dig on the Bucs did not go unnoticed. It’s a good thing your Jets are not playing the Bucs this year because, if they were, Mr. Farve would get his booty flattened so deep into the turf you couldn’t scraped him up with a Zamboni.

QOTD: 3 – 13
August 12, 2008

James Roscoe
The Jets will be lucky to be 4-12. They will suck as usual.

Great wines. Stick with what you know.
August 13, 2008

Sandmn07
QOTD: 9-7 or 10-6…missing WC either way.
next season (with #4) 11-5, 12-4 Win Division.
August 13, 2008

Tria
Wow, Gary…2 poopy wines in a row! Maybe instead of a napkin, you should get some baby powder scented wet wipes on the table.

Stinkor should come out of the box and get his own little sniffy sniff wristband.

When you find a wine that smells like boat exhaust…I’m all in for that!

Tria…the ex-lurker
August 13, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
Interesting group of Pinots

QOTD 10-6
August 14, 2008

Rich
9 – 7, though I want BF to get another ring and retire already!
August 14, 2008

Sassodoro
Good show, Gary. But what about India? Are you going to talk about India in another setting? I’d like to hear about it.
August 14, 2008

Tyler Walker
Heyyyyy…..Whats up with all the “hatin” on tallahassee….by the way…we’re home of the Seminoles….word
August 14, 2008

SoCal
QOTD: 8-8 Farve will retire after a 4 game winning streak then un-retire for the last 4 gams of the year only after ESPN runs bret farve highlight reals 24 hours a day…..
August 14, 2008

KVolk
QOTD: 6-10 Gary….
August 15, 2008

Oakmon's BF
Bret will need to be more cautious with less familiar receivers so I expect the interceptions to be down. Heâ€™ll also want to prove himself with a new team so I expect him to have a good year. Theyâ€™ll barely make the playoffs with 10 or 11 wins which is a big improvement. Itâ€™s not a bad long term move. Starting for a 4-12 team isnâ€™t the environment to develop a young quarterback for the future. Itâ€™s better to have a veteran, who isnâ€™t going to be around for a lot of years, take the heat while the young guys develop.
Iâ€™m looking forward to hear more about India.
Wow, I havenâ€™t had a cinnamon stick since I was a child. Iâ€™ll need to get a hold of some.
Iâ€™ve been away and am catching up on episodes.
August 15, 2008

Chris G
Hi Gary
I am one of the ‘England’ crew and have loved the show for ever BUT I never knew that Oregon and California were different countries!?!
Keep it up and WHEN IS THE LONDON BOOK SIGNING?
August 15, 2008

lurker
QOTD 3-13

Two games better than last years dolphins – although b/c of favre’s slinging – Thomas is huge fantasy sniff.

Weak **s team – GO PATS!
August 16, 2008

Dan-o
GV – love the Pinots! Haven’t had any of those.

QOTD – I am going to let Brett get you to 5-11 in 2008. He will be instrumental in those victories, but not enough talent to get you above .500.
August 18, 2008

Carlitos
Gary, you never cease to amaze me!

Tallahasse is as close to Tampa or even better Miami as it is to Charlotte! Thank you!

And Montepulciano is in Tuscany. They produce Sangiovese wines. Not to be confused with the Montepulciano grape from Abruzzo. I’m sure you know all this but it’s always fun when you get ahead of yourself!
August 18, 2008

HuskerJamie
QOTD: Jets 7-9. Favre 30 picks.
August 19, 2008

Jayhitek
QOTD: 8-8
August 21, 2008

Achilleas in Cyprus
Pinot’s are great and go with so much – great episode.

QOTD: 8-8
August 21, 2008

J Crazy
QOTD: 3-13

What’s with throwing Clemens under the bus? How many “mark my words he’s going to be the lord risin’ to stomp on all lesser teams” (I know that wasn’t a direct quote) quotes do we have from the Thunder Show?
I predict Farvrerreeevere out with a broken hip or a weak bladder or joint replacement surgery 3/4 through the season and the rest of the team falling apart after that.

My Broncos will trample, absolutely stampede this season and all lesser teams will really know what it means to be up to their neck in horse manure.
August 21, 2008

Vinophile
Jets?! Here’s what I have to say about the Jets: POOPY!!

GO STEELERS!!

That being said, we’ll be thrilled to raise a glass of “poopy” with you on the Thunder Cruise! Booked last weekend. WOOOHOOO!!!
August 24, 2008

Mike S.
QOTD. 3-13, and 0-2 vs. the Fins. Chad Pennington is gonna whoop some Jets rear end.
August 24, 2008

MattyJ
Dude, you rock… I’m just getting into wine and I stumbled across your website researching decanters. Great episode on the Pinot Noirs… I will definitely help spread the thunder…
August 26, 2008

JayZee
Great show – I liked the side-by-side comparison of the different Pinots and your tasting notes were really helpful.

QOTD: 7-9
August 29, 2008

JudeMurphy
I’ll be doing my exams while you’re on your cruise!
: (
August 30, 2008

Kristen
Sweet episode….I was laughing my butt off. Showed this to my internship supervisor and he didn’t quite know what to make of the descriptions!

You’ll be proud though- I did a wine tasting class and part of it was guessing the scents from small vials. I did rather well, thanks to trying new things and expanding my palate!

QOTD: I watched this so long ago that I forget what it was, but I’ll just make up numbers. 7-9
September 3, 2008

Karl Laczko
Watching this after last night’s Gevrey-Chambertin episode – I can’t get Pinot Noir out of my head now!

QOTD – No idea, the NFL questions are lost on me you know..
September 8, 2008

CBone
QOTD:

Jets 11-5
Bills 14-2

Oh uh!
September 9, 2008

yowens
GV we’re stoked for the cruise. I think its time to ditch the birthdays though. It drags a good bit for all not having bithdays today. And I would bet most would be willing to sacrifice their birthday announcement to not hear the list the other 364. Just my two cents. QOTD: 8-8. Respectable. Please beat the Pats.
January 18, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
QOTD: Yes I know the season is over but I would have said 6-10. Even though Farve was a INT-throwing machine again this season he surprised me. I would never have guessed the Jets or the Dolphins would have been fighting for a playoff spot on the final weekend.
February 26, 2009

robthecomic
“uhoh it’s pooring” that sums up the jets season.
May 18, 2009

Grant
It’s fun catching up on WLTV and trying to remember when it is announced that Favre had signed with the Jets. Looking forward to seeing what you think of Brett as a Jet Gary. Very disappointing that gang green missed the playoffs. Had some huge wins…pats…titans, though. Loving the Bordeaux shows as well as all the others.