A Red Burgundy Tasting: A Spotlight on Gevrey Chambertin

A Red Burgundy Tasting: A Spotlight on Gevrey Chambertin – Episode #531

September 2, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes the wines of Gevrey Chambertin, the largest appellation in Cotes De Nuits. These Pinot Noirs get put to the test!

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Guillon Gevrey Chambertin Pere GallandGevrey Chambertin
2006 Esmonin Estournelles St.jacques Gevrey ChambertinGevrey Chambertin
2003 Serafin Cazetiers Gevrey ChambertinGevrey Chambertin

Links mentioned in todays episode.

164 Responses

September 2, 2008

manonthemoon
first in
September 2, 2008

Dominus
2nd! Been waiting. Now to sit back, relax and watch. US Open and G-Man. Doesn’t get much better than this.
September 2, 2008

Withnail
This looks great – caught a preview on Ustream earlier.
September 2, 2008

Marc
wow..4th, and pinot noir!!
September 2, 2008

DrEdwardo
5th (or at worst top 10). Love Gevry-Chambertin. Just wish they weren’t so d@~ned expensive. They are responsible for my Pinot epiphany.

Edwardo
September 2, 2008

CindyW
Side QOTD: the longer hair, definitely. You’ve got nice hair — why not show it off a bit?
September 2, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
Hair — at least a little longer! the convict look is rarely attractive

Pigskin — sorry, don’t follow closely enough to say who has a bye this week! (if anyone does)
September 2, 2008

John Farrin
8, it’s late
September 2, 2008

KVolk
SQ: well I am bald so I like the short version…go down to the skin.

I pick my Cowboys for this week cleveland just can’t hang………
September 2, 2008

CindyW
Fun episode, GaryV. Burgundy is one of those regions I need to explore a bit more. I’ve had a few wines, red and white, but have been hesitating. . . mostly because I’m worried that I’ll love them (and what an expensive habit that would be!).
September 2, 2008

manonthemoon
Nice show, at 50 bones for an entry level I think I will stick with Oregon.

I think you should go for the Mr. Clean look, would be worth a laugh.

QOTD: Pats as well, the cheifs will be horrible this year.
September 2, 2008

Dominus
Good show about my favorite varietal but limited exposure to the real thing, Burgundy. If I could grow it, I’d go the long route like your French guest awhile back.

QOTD: It would be easy to take the Colts vs Da Bears but i’ll save them for later weeks and go with the Steelers over Houston.
September 2, 2008

M
I saw Gevrey Chambertin and I’m practically drooling. I can’t wait to watch this episode but I’m still behind from vacation. See you soon.
September 2, 2008

M
I recently enjoyed a 2005 Gevrey-Chambertin, Domaine de la Vougeraie.
September 2, 2008

Bill
Excellent show. People need to learn that pinot noir is all about Burgundy, and that new world fruit bombs, by comparison, are flabby expressions of an otherwise complex grape.
September 2, 2008

Withnail
QOTD: longer
September 2, 2008

cgatesman
I really, really wish I could afford Burgundies.
September 2, 2008

DAve A
Your hair! ahhh. Get a hair cut! Don’t get a lamb one! NOPE. don’t like it.

What happened 1:37 into it? Mott cut out your harsh words?
Secret Packs! yes! Cruise ticket in it? wow. amazing. Even a 50% discount!

This is interesting wines, I need to reach out and find some. The white Burgundy were amazing from your show. $50 for a Pinot Noir? phew.
Where do I buy the “big ass glass”?

We want more $10 wines. Even $15 ones. thanks.

$124 wine? OMG. i stopped at 16:48
September 2, 2008

John Farrin
Nice show, but a little depressing that the extraordinary one was $124.

Hey, put a couple of skull tats with that buzz cut and you’re good to go.

QOTD: Vikings, and I don’t even know who they’re playing. I’m best when I don’t overthink these things
September 2, 2008

sam
I,ve not had a Chevry-Chambertin…yet sounds interesting…

The hair looks okay Gary, but I must agree with Mott, a little longer would be better.
September 2, 2008

kaybee
I like a little more hair. Interesting show, I haven’t found a PN that I even like, but the last one sounded superb.

QoTd
The NFL will have to survive without me.
September 2, 2008

WineWoman
Side Question: Short looks good. QOTD: The Pats aren’t going to lose according to my hubby.
September 2, 2008

Yvette W
Interesting show Gary. I like the longer hair better, but that’s just me.
September 2, 2008

Anthony L.
The episode went up very late today. Very good though.
September 2, 2008

Marc
QOTD: don’t know, don’t care. But damn, I want to try that Serafin PN!!!
September 2, 2008

Jenn
Fantastic show!

I hate to break it to you, but the Dolphins will be the upset of the week.
September 2, 2008

Askold Shegedyn
Great show Gary. GC is great. You should try more of the 2006 since the 2005s are going fast. You should do a show on the other vintages from 2005 since they are shutting down and people will need to wait years to drink these bad boys.
September 2, 2008

washuta
QOTD: the mighty mighty dolphins!

I like the episode 212 hairstyle by the way, but don’t listen to my opinion.
September 2, 2008

Alexander
Hey Gary great show! but where is all the DRC haha. Not even a cheaper grand cru like their romanee st vivant? lol I’m just kidding. Hey i like the buzz cut and I think it is the cowboys that will coast. Hey I’m fairly new to the show and i’m a big fan, your take on the wines and approaching wines in general is refreshing and you descriptions are very original and innovative. Keep up the good work.
September 2, 2008

vivianovino
QOTD: This hurts me, but gotta pick Philly over my Rams… oh yeah Gary, grow it out.
September 2, 2008

Grapedigger
Great show GV. I love Burgundy wines but their good Pinots is so expensive…Cheers
September 2, 2008

amgryger
Great episode. I’ve only really had a handful of bordeaux and burgundy wines, and so far I’m much more inclined to explore burgundy.
September 2, 2008

Ben Janssen South Australia
Gary… You have become one of them. Way too focused on French wines. I find your opinions and views are very typical of an American wine critic. I find friends professionally and personally in the wine industry who aren’t American are quite put off direction of American wine pros.
September 2, 2008

Ben Janssen South Australia
Read into my last comment as much as you like. I find Gary’s pallet is favoring old world styles and gives them too much credit. This is causing an in-balance in your reviews. My personal opinion. Red into that what you like.
September 2, 2008

Susan
Gary – What happened??? Did your barber get mad at you???? LOL!!!!!
September 2, 2008

Susan
Mott – PLEASE convince him to let Gary grow his hair out just a little!!!! WOW!!!!!
September 2, 2008

Susan
Gary & Mott – You know me!!!!!!!!!!!! If your talking French wines, count me in !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! VERY glad to see you feature so many French wines. We all know they have been growing grapes & making wine for a couple of years………….
September 2, 2008

Nico
Mmm, how can you go wrong with Gevrey Chambertin? Love those wines, can’t drink them often enough.

Please, keep reviewing French wines, don’t listen to the evil Australians.

Oh, also, agreed about tasting more $15 and below wines, that would be great.
September 2, 2008

ChinonRouge
If I could find the 2003 Serafin, I would definitely buy it based on your resounding recommendation. Too bad my “no ship state” has only marginal wine stores and an all too powerful alcohol lobby.

QOTD: Honestly, not interested in pro football. Sorry.
September 2, 2008

vindog
I would like to see Gary with some age…great palate!!! please take some French lessons as it is painful to hear you murder those Burgundian producers names.If he were to take the Master Sommeliers exam he would be drawn and quartered…but asked back to re take after some polishing of some very rough edges because he has the right stuff.
September 2, 2008

cbleary
Good show Gary! These wines are a little pricey but maybe I’ll look for them around Christmastime.
September 2, 2008

Stapy1
good show
September 2, 2008

Kelly Goff
One day I will be able to try wines like these……

side QOTD~ just a little longer, you need something for Lizzy to put her fingers thru

QOTD~I only know who the Skins are playing and unfortunately they will probably lose.
September 2, 2008

Kirk (aka: slave2thevine)
Great to see some Burgundy on the show…maybe you could do a week long Burgundy theme. Cote de Nuits Mon/Tue Cote de Beaune Wed/Thu and Grand Cru on Friday (One from each region).
QOTD: Like I said before I don’t normally follow sports but I’m going to go with Seattle Seahawks because they are one of the few teams I know the name of.
September 2, 2008

Andy
QOTD: Detroit Lions
September 3, 2008

ScottEJ
Nice show on the Burg. vino. So popular, yet so mysterious.

QOTD 1: If you’re losing it, keep it short. If you’re not, grow it.

QOTD: 2. Tough not to go with the Pats. But, being the contrarian prick that I am, I’ll go w/the Giants.
September 3, 2008

brorjace
I’m always for more Burgundy shows…if only I could afford more.

QOTD: Pretty sure the colts will spank the bears
September 3, 2008

Andrew D
Mmmmmm Burgundy where it’s at baby. Got to love it I just wish I could afford it.

QOTD: ???
September 3, 2008

Marshall
The hair or lack-of looks good. I think the Jets will win and so will the Packers.
Question:Can you do a Bourbon show sometime, or how about a brandy (Cognac/Argmanac) show?
September 3, 2008

E
I don’t think I’ve ever had a Gevrey-Chambertin. And at $124 a pop … well, maybe I’ll just have another Chinon.

QOD: the Jets do not lose @ MIA.
September 3, 2008

Pete G
Burgundy yes, buzz cut, no.

QOTD: C boys wiil cruise
September 3, 2008

Jlair
Eagles. They will not lose to the rams.
September 3, 2008

J Crazy
QOTD: will have to say dolphins because I had the chance to try dolphin meat the other day.

Awesome show, Burgundy is pumpin’ out some serious juice but, like you said, it’s not cheap.
September 3, 2008

Medo
What a great show! The first 95+ wine from you in a long time!

@QOTD:
The Chargers should have longer hairs!
September 3, 2008

nickelanddimer
Like the buzz!
September 3, 2008

LarryW
Burgundies are so different from most domestic pinot noirs that the only similarity is the grape. Kalin used to make some of the only ones that were close. There are more now, and that’s a good thing.

Speaking of close, I call the Texans winning by a hair. Speaking of hair, your short hair isn’t growing on me. Not exactly new wave. May be no wave. Bye bye.
September 3, 2008

Justin L. Ove
Yeah you rock, again. Good show. 96 points is worth 125 bones, so hopefully I can find a bottle of the Serafin.
QOTD: I’ll say the Lions won’t lose, and I don’t know why.
September 3, 2008

Oakmon's BF
Eagles over the Rams.
September 3, 2008

pawncop
Good show, good information.

Like the cut.

Cowboys.
September 3, 2008

Lar
Love the haircut dude. I’m going for a similar cut soon (hide the baldiness, it’s by choice, by choice I tells ya)
September 3, 2008

Glen.... (winecrazy.com)
Great show…..ok haircut…lol

Actually you look a little scary with short hair. I think you scared Mott. Kinda looks like you just got out of jail or boot camp or some other place I wouldn’t be caught dead in.

So, I’m still at the shore and haven’t seen you all summer. NICE!!!

Gonna try the first and third wines. I love those wines. You need to do more shows. You’re right.
September 3, 2008

Herm
A little thin on the mid pate…..great show….Go Browns!
September 3, 2008

John
NY “Superbowl Champion” Giants
September 3, 2008

LennyR
Great show, Gary! Cant afford even entry level burgs these days…oh well…I’ll just taste them vicariously through you.

QOTD: ‘Fins (sorry, but I just can’t see Chad letting them lose this one)
September 3, 2008

Mitch
QOTD: Jets will no lose… there is no question about that!
September 3, 2008

Phil G
The short hair looks good.

I think the Jets will win in Miami.
September 3, 2008

HuskerJamie
Pick ‘em: Patriots
September 3, 2008

Garry M
I say do a blind Pinot showdown.
Old world and new.

QOTD: Whichever team is playing the Bengals.
And I’m a Bengals fan so I know.
September 3, 2008

Robin C
The white coating on the outside of chocolate (most probably due to temperature changes) is the bloom: the cocoa butters separating from the rest of the chocolate. That shouldn’t hurt the taste, but 13 years is a long time to keep chocolate. I’ll bet you could still taste the difference between the chocolate made in Belarus and the chocolate made here. Very nostalgia producing. Lots of good memories associated with chocolate.

I still don’t understand the mid-palate. I need a mini-seminar on it.

We like Chambertins very much. We holding on to a couple right now.

You need to grow your hair back so you can shave it again when the need arises.

Is it Garasparov?
September 3, 2008

Jon-Paul Lenczuk
Wow, a 96 point wine! I will admit for that price I would probably not seek out, but always nice to hear when a wine really rocks!

Answer to the QOTD: Giants!
September 3, 2008

Lb in KS
picking the Pats over my Chiefs?! Shocker
September 3, 2008

sharon
Football? Since I am a baseball fan I will refrain from commenting. Nothing personal but it is still September.
Hair? Fine…My husband does the same and I love it. Skulls are sexy.
Wine? I’m saving my pennies for a bottle of the Chambertin. It sounds amazing.
September 3, 2008

CB Lukens
GV – good show! QOTDs – I’m diggin the Caesar, but winter’s coming up – should let it out a bit. Also – Patriots, yes. But I’m going to say Dallas wins this week but not next…
September 3, 2008

JMaxwell
I like the haircut, but it’s probably high maintenance. I presume you’re talknig about the FA cup, so my money is on Chelsea!
Re Burgundy, this show epitomises for me the exciting thing about being newcomer to wine tasting (as opposed to wine scoffing, which am expert at), the possibility of eventually enjoying those old sock-flavoured dusty old bottles which you’ve wondered what all the fuss was about for the last N years.
September 3, 2008

wayno da wino
Burgundy in da Hizzy……YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH !!!!!
Yo G, love da “Do”!! I wear mine even shorter (skin-do) durin’ da
Hot Summer.

QOTD: It’s Football Season….YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH !!!!!
September 3, 2008

Scottie P
Nice show. I’d love to try those wines! I support the buzz cut, as I wore it for many years myself.
Survivor Pick for Week 1: New Orleans will not lose in Week 1.

Speaking of changing the wine world, is there something we, the Vaynernation, can do to break down the senseless legislation in states like PA that prevent importing wines? I would love to be able to ship wine to my door! I shed a tear every time I hear about secret packs!!!!!!!!! Sites like http://www.freethegrapes.com/ haven’t worked… Please help! What can we do guys?
September 3, 2008

Greg B.
Big G, Great show. It’s always fun when you go nuts over a Wine. Ok, you have to let your hair grow Bro. Unless Lizzy likes it….

QOTD: Da Bears in a Huge Upset! Thanks right, I’m not afraid.
September 3, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
A 96 point wine. Is that a record for you? I actually had stopped buying Burgundies because the prices had risen so fast. $125 and buying 5 of them $625 is way too steep for me.
September 3, 2008

Andrew
I love the burgundies. great episode. back to “business” after the GV “this is your life” show HAHAHAHAHA
September 3, 2008

Jeff
great show!!!
burgundy is my favorite; white and red!!

but that does not stop me from trying other wines; thanks for your help on that one!
cheers!
September 3, 2008

Kipp Bodnar
Great Show Gary!!!!! Thanks for another great effort.
September 3, 2008

Benjamin
Keep the long hair…. scars aren’t sexy

Additionally burgundy has caught my eye Thanks again for the amazing episode
September 3, 2008

Matthew
Another great show!

QOTD:Patriots
September 3, 2008

Jesse Lavery
Good show – and digging the hair. Welcome to the bald brotherhood! (Although yours is by choice, mine – not so much.)

Oh, and Go Bears!
September 3, 2008

Jeff
jets! jets! jets! J E T S jets!
September 3, 2008

paryb
Love me some Burgundies!

QOTD: Dallas Cowboys FTW!
September 3, 2008

danseng
Let the hair grow back dude.

Slight upset, SF over the Cardinals. And I think the Jets will actually win this week. 8-8 is a real possibility this year.
September 3, 2008

Trav
Wow dude, looks like you enjoyed that wine for sure.
September 3, 2008

Shawn_944
Another Great Gary! Can’t wait for the Egyptian show later today!
September 3, 2008

Jerome B
Awesome Show, I wish I could try that 96 point wine. Maybe I’ll get to taste something even better on the Thunder Cruise.

QOTD: I’m going to Say Dallas will beat the Browns because we looked horrible in the off season.
September 3, 2008

Karl Laczko
Man that makes me want to try some good Burgundy – 96pts? One of the highest I’ve seen on the show.

QOTD – er….. um……. Giants?
September 3, 2008

Terry N
like the hair, but should go completely bald!!

I’ll take the Vikes over the Pack on Monday night; would love to put the Pack fans into a tizzie about losing Favre and turn on Rodgers
September 3, 2008

Derek F.
Loved the show Gary, this is one region I want to get into a little more. I am sure you can help me and everyone else out with that…LOL!!

QOTD: I have to go with the Pats over my Chiefs…come on!!!!!
September 3, 2008

Mike Cox
Great show, stick with the short hair.

QOTD – Gotta take Dallas over Cleveland
September 3, 2008

Landileigh Nelson
Gary,
I was wondering what kind of glasses that you use for your tastings. Do you use Reidel? Also, do you find that the you use the glass that is typed to the wine that you drink?

Please give me a link for that lovely burgundy that tastes like cherry juice, i can’t wait to try it!

landileigh
September 3, 2008

Jered
I am suck a pinot noir freak. If anyone can give me a suggestion to bring that same complexity I would appreciate it. I love the smoke and leather.
September 3, 2008

Kenny Hyder
QOTD: who knows? its all about futbol anyway
September 3, 2008

jason
I my lord. i was digging burgundy for a while and then i had a GC. it was a village wine form 02 and it sang to me. it was humming my song. i was so happy that i had i god size rack of burgundy in my cellar and it pushed me to buy more and more as i went on.
there is a great quote from a poet i am blanking on but it goes like
” i forget the place, i forget the girl, but the wine was chambertin”
enough said

QOTD- dunno about football americain, so just go buy some gevrey chambertin… pronto!
September 3, 2008

Rick O'Shea
Nice show. Keep the hair short.
September 3, 2008

Neil
SF over Arizona. Why the buzz cut GV? Lice?
September 3, 2008

CHICAGO MARK
GOOD SHOW..VERY INTERESTING..ILL DEF SEEK OUT SOME OF THESE.
IM PICKING THE BILLS THIS WEEK…AND THIS YEAR..I THINK THEY’LL DEF SURPRISE !
September 3, 2008

Deano
Gary great episode i wish i could get my hands on some of the last one. It has been fun watching on ustream

QOTD:
-Dont follow football.
September 3, 2008

Jason S.
QOTD(1): definitely longer – sorry GV.
QOTD(2): Detroit

GV – when are you going to do the Cali cult wine episode? Really curious whether those bottles are worth the astronomical prices they’re getting for them on release.
September 3, 2008

Wine For Newbies
Oh, man, Gevrey Chambertin…I need to go spend some time alone with those wines.
September 3, 2008

Joel M
I am going with the Jets. I would like more shows done on the Rioja nad other areas in Spain. Joel M
September 3, 2008

DaveyDonut
Oh, so you think you’re finally going to do the 2005 red Burgundy episode, huh?? Yeah, we’ll see about that… Glad to see this one, though! Man, I LOVE Burgundy…

I definitely like your hair longer. You look like a punk now.

QOTD: Who cares! I know the Oregon Ducks can’t lose to Utah State! Get ready for 70 points…

David
September 3, 2008

DaveM
Gary, great show, more burgundy shows would be great! It seems harder to learn about burgondian (sp?) wines than any others, shows focused on burgundy would be a great help

Keep the short hair.

QOTD: Pittsburgh. I’ll save the pats for later.
September 3, 2008

Slushpuppy
Go back to the spikey hair. You can go to the scalped look when you are older.
How about some more shows on affordable every-day type red wine with good value.
Smell it first!
September 3, 2008

Wine For Newbies
What an amazing show (of course!). I need to go find some of these and do my own little tasting.

[homer simpson]
mmmm…..red burgundy
[/homer simpson]

Thanks for all you do for the world of wine.

@ Scottie P–as a lawyer involved in wine shipping litigation (I worked on the very first federal lawsuit to challenge these ridiculous laws), I have to say, the wine wholesalers have a whole lot more political clout than we mere mortals do. It sucks, but that’s the way it is. But don’t give up the fight–get your fellow PA wine geeks and enthusiasts to lobby the state legislators. The wholesalers may have money, but they don’t get to vote. File lawsuits, do whatever it takes. Write letters, make phone calls, start up a state version of Free The Grapes and get lots of members. Get them involved. Get your rich friends to make donations to campaigns of state legislators (while complying with state and federal campaign finance laws!). Do not give up hope.
September 3, 2008

Kevin K
QOTD: Browns.
September 3, 2008

Kevin K
Hmmm, does that mean I don’t get shwag?
September 3, 2008

BobbyTiger
Gary V speechless? While there is no way in heck that I can split with a buck-24 for a bottle of wine, I certainly have no problem watching others enjoying it. Your static air and 96 score says it all.
Football? I’ll take a major pass. GO CAPS…………..
September 3, 2008

Susan
I watched this episode on U Stream and had a whole different perspective. Great episode. Wish I could afford these wines.
September 3, 2008

TimF
Wow, a real Burgundy episode! You got me to watch for the first time in a while.
September 3, 2008

Jimmy T
QOTD: The hair is fine…either way!
NFL Pick=Indianapolis

Great show and thanks for everything.
September 3, 2008

Murso
Great job on this one, GV. The ridiculously complicated laws and by-laws involved in what makes Grand Cru, 1er Cru, single clos, Village wines, and simple Bourgogne, is further mixed- up by the who’s whos of grower- producers, eleveurs, negociants, etc. One Bourgogne at $20 is simply not the same thing as another at ,say, $50. It is strongly recommended that Vayniacs do a little fishing around the web to be well informed before you spend the big bucks on Burg. Your time will surely reward you.
September 3, 2008

Jimmy T
So sad…been leaving comments religously and didn’t get to this show until after 7pm. I did leave my comment before I watched today’s show if that matters.
September 3, 2008

Eli2Tyree
Was just in yesterday and Ian picked out a nice Burgandy for me… GAry IAn rocks – take care of him!

Mini QOTD – LIke the buzz cut! more “edgey”

QOTD I am going with the colts over chicago
September 3, 2008

purplejuicebruce
Out of my price range.
QOTD .. Go Cardinals
September 3, 2008

Matt
Really nice episode. Just had a few burgundies, too expensive but the few I had were all experiences in themselves.
September 3, 2008

BargePlus
Really looking forward to the secret pack. It’s about time.
September 3, 2008

Wine Not?
Well, bummer, just as I was getting caught up on WLTV episodes (first week back to school is rough, you know!) I find out I’m 2.5 hours too late. Oh well, you win some, you lose some!

Thanks for the burgundy episode, though! You don’t often get speechless!!!! Wish I had some of that wine right now!

The hair is good either way…

Football? You’re asking ME? No clue….sorry…..
September 3, 2008

Ben N.
Cool Episode. Thanks Gary.
September 3, 2008

Matt Trevors
I got nothing but straight-up man love for Gary V … I ordered a bottle of 2006 Esmonin Estournelles St.jacques Gevrey Chambertin mid-episode… I had to, I absolutely love cherry juice… Looking forward to popping it open over Thanksgiving weekend. Keep up the great work, can’t get enough of the show…
September 3, 2008

thefaamakesmedrink
Gary,

Who’s giving you your haircuts? The state?

Regards,

R.P.McMurphy

P.S. Dallas is the lock of the week because while it may take a good team to beat the Cleveland Browns, it won’t take ‘em long…
September 3, 2008

Jim in Atlanta
QOTD – Go Packers!!
September 3, 2008

Jason Bonds
Are you now a member of the New Jersey State Penitentiary Wine Tasting Club? LOL. Still wishing you could ship to IL.

Looking forward to seeing you on Sept 20 in IL.
September 3, 2008

Kevin
Yeah. Longer.

Football? What’s that?

Ah, Burgundy. More, please.
September 3, 2008

Richard Ritter
Great to see big enthusiasm about the wine. I personally like the shorter hair with the scar, it makes you look tough.

QOTD: Redskins, how bout them apples?!
September 4, 2008

ChiroGuyDC
Gary, now we’re on the same wavelength…GO PATS!!!

However, (QOTD:) I think Dallas will have no trouble with a banged-up Cleveland Browns team, though my WR stud Braylon Edwards should have a stellar day.

Great show Gary, thanks for helping me infuse HUSTLE 2.0 into my life.
September 4, 2008

terroirist
long hair. Anyhow nice to see a Burgundy show. I was I had 125 bones to fork out. Time are tight. I really would like to pull some burgundy into my collection. To save for a long time.

aka Mike in Nebraska
September 4, 2008

Roberto
Gary,

Great show, am looking forward to buying some Gev. Chamb. in the near future.

QOTD: Dolphins…
September 4, 2008

italianwinelover
I like your hair at the inbetween stage. Not too long and not too short! But its your hair you look good in any stage!

Such a shame I can’t buy from your store anymore – these laws suck!
September 4, 2008

Andy & Edie
Awesome show Gary – I’ve never had a Burgundian wine and I think that should be my next thing to try after a Tokay.
September 4, 2008

Wednesday
Probably the long hair.
Nice show, Gary. Burgundy is just a difficult guess for me when it comes out determing how it will develop. Beyond Jadot, I’m a little in the dark. I look forward to more Burgundy shows.
September 4, 2008

Dayton G
The colts are my lock this week. No question.
September 4, 2008

Justin
Gonna go with the Niners against your Jets this week. We’ll see how it goes…
September 4, 2008

JayZee
Interesting show – I did not expect the 2003 to be that profound – at least as far as your notes and score seem to indicate.

Side QOTD: the longer hair is a better look for you dude. My wife confirmed this as well since she stated, “he looks like a weasel with the short hair”.

QOTD: Whoever is playing against the Jets.
September 4, 2008

IPBrian
As always a great episode.

Personally I like it longer.
September 4, 2008

Jay
QOTD: I’m going to say the Skins because I’m a huge fan and would love to see Mott all pissed tomorrow.
September 4, 2008

JudeMurphy
I know nothing about American football, but one thing I do know is:
Gary- you should grow your hair long! PROPER long!!
That would be AMAZING!!!! haha
Seriously!
September 4, 2008

pat
illinios can still buy online in california. lobby nj to change their law to acomidate nj you can sell in every state than
September 4, 2008

pat
i miss buying from you
September 4, 2008

Danny
i wish i could try the Serafin Cazetiers Gevrey Chambertin 2003 can Mot hook me up with a ball since he can roll like that

thanks great show
September 4, 2008

Danny
i wish i could try the Serafin Cazetiers Gevrey Chambertin 2003 can Mot hook me up with a bottle since he can roll like that

thanks great show
September 4, 2008

SpoiledinCalbyPinot
QOTD: 1. Grow the hair longer, ever have a mustache ?

2. Cowboys vs. Browns, Cowboys are a little unstable but should clobber
browns

Try pinot noir from Wialmette Valley and Santa Maria Valley in California.
September 4, 2008

Jon Berry
Loved this episode. I love it when one wine just completely brings the THUNDER! I’m going with a last minute entry of the Giants to win tonight over Washington. I figure let’s get the win/loss out of the way before Sunday.
September 5, 2008

Rick D
Dude – you rinsed your glass with 15 bones worth of Serafin. Put the cork back in that bottle and send it to me.
September 5, 2008

LauraG
Hair QOTD: Ok, really. I hate to say it, but the haircut reminds me of only one thing: Concentration-Camp-City, not USA. Yes, I am Jewish, so it probably jumps out at me and might not for others, but the look is not your best. Sorry dude. Works for some people, I guess, but you look much better w/ more hair. Bet you’re sorry you asked… Don’t hate me dude.

And the show ROCKED.
September 5, 2008

Oscar Falcon Lara
QOTD: I’ll say The Patriots as well…

If you don’t mind me saying so, you look a bit more serious and older with short hair, but that’s a good thing.

Cheers on the Straight Thunder !
September 6, 2008

M
When I think of the term Terroir, I think of Gevrey Chambertin. It’s special. It’s spectacular. In fact instead of tickets to the thunder cruise, surprise me with a bottle of Serafin in a secret pack!

QOTD: Jets
September 6, 2008

KK
With all respect but is this man full of shit or what ? I encourage his enthousiasme but please do it in the wright perspective. Ok, he loves wine, he’s passionated about taste but don’t rediculize the French winemakers by tasting and comment their wines like he does. For the record, i’m no ‘close’ minded traditionalist but please…

sommelier conseil
KK
September 7, 2008

IA SHERMAN
Hey Gary:

Definitely go with the long or longer hair. The hair is way too short. For the suicide pool, I am going with the Vikings against the Packers.
September 7, 2008

Tyler RM
Go with the long hair (maybe even like you used to have it, spiked up all over).
September 8, 2008

LR
I’m really happy your turning people onto Burgundy. Yes, I have had some lovely Pinots from Oregon and California. (I lived in Napa for a couple of years-loved it when the fog rolled in, after a gorgeous sunny day-and in the fall, the air just reeks of fermenting grapes!)I would drink them again and again. But oh do I LOVE Burgundy!! Now I live in Berkeley where on one end of my street I have Kermit Lynch and 2 blocks from my house I have North Berkeley imports. 2 great importers of Burgundy wines! I have become a Burgundy addict! I spent my stimulus check on Burgundy….my christmas bonus…Most of 2005 went into the “cellar”. 2006 seems a bit more ready to drink. I would like to recommend Jean-Luc Dubois, Chorey-lès-Beaune as a good example of a more affordable and elegant expression of Burgundy.

Longer hair is better I think. (Although wine drinkers “generally” fall into the more sensuous lot-who I think love the feel of the shortly shaved head)
September 8, 2008

FirstLite
If you have hair grow it! Did you get a lollipop with that hair cut?
September 10, 2008

Cuse Wino
LOVE THE BUZZ!! it is the way to go!

QOTD- in my survivor pool I picked SD and lost but since I can go back in time I will now go with New England because they won and they might not win again
September 12, 2008

Andy
love the buzz
September 14, 2008

Dan-o
J’aime bien le Bourgogne Rouge!
Good show!
Unfortunately I am catching up on my episodes late, therefore I can’t participate in the pick the team that won’t lose contest.
I would have said the Jets!
September 14, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Great show! Getting caught up on passed eps.
September 15, 2008

Daniel Schlossberg
nice show. enjoy watching u taste monsters that are out of my price range. cant wait till i can roll like that, and enjoy these big french wines. keep them coming
September 23, 2008

Sharon
Hi Gary! I think everyone looks better with hair. Football, I don’t want to think about right now (after lame Pats loss to lowly Dolphins). I have enjoyed some Oregon Pinots, most recently from Belle Valle. But that last Burgundy you tasted certainly seems incredible!
October 9, 2008

yowens
I’ve been so excited for a Burgundy show! Most b/c I just dont get it. QOTD: Steelers.
January 21, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
Nice stuff. I made beef bourguignon the classic way with a bottle of red burgandy. The broth was so good you could drink shots of it. Paired with a beaujoulis, it was one of the best meals Ive ever had. QOTD: Its 4 months too late, but I would have said my beloved ( and pathetic ) Seahawks.