Arizona wine tasting – Episode #536

September 10, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk tries 4 wines from Arizona and gives us an update on what is going on over in the “The Grand Canyon State”

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2006 Viognier
2005 La Montana
2006 Keeling Schaefer Grenache
2005 Callaghan Padres

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September 11, 2008

Chippewamike
Never had an Arizona wine. Great show though. Good to see AZ’s potential.

When I think of Arizona, I think of the desert. Went to a Card’s game two years ago (followed the Lions out to AZ to watch them lay an egg). Lots of cactus and sand with towns/cities mixed in. Had a great time. . .weather was great. . . stadium was beautiful, especially how they roll the turf in and out of the dome!
September 11, 2008

David
My first though was AZ wine was going to suck…I’m very surprised and hope to try one or two in the near future…
September 11, 2008

Justin
QOTD: Never had an Arizona wine. When I think of Arizona, I think of hot desert and old people.
September 11, 2008

LauraG
No Arizona wines for me – YET. But when I think of Arizona, I think of many awesome vacations hiking, mountain biking, rafting etc. in The Grand Canyon, Sedona, Tucson area. I LOVE that state!

Terrific show!!
September 11, 2008

EonBlue
Long time lurker here, and i’ve just been lured out!

I’d love a review of maynard’s wines.
September 11, 2008

wayno da wino
Yo G, Cooool & Fuuuun Episode !!! Happy Birthday, Sasha !!!

QOTD: Scratchin’ me head….but don’t think I’ve ever had AZ Vino….
But LOOOOOOOOOVE the State !!!!! Hiked & camped every corner of it.
It’s a Treasure Trove for us Nature/Outdoor Lovers !!!
September 11, 2008

Jay
QOTD: Never had anything from Arizona, but when I think of the state, I think of Wildcat basketball.
September 11, 2008

M
QOTD: I haven’t even heard of Arizona wine. I’ve been to Arizona, several times. The best trip was for the 1986-87 Penn State Nittany Lion’s victory over Miami in the Fiesta Bowl. National Championship!!
September 11, 2008

danseng
Thanks for doing the Arizona show Gary! I told you there was good wine down here.

Since I live here I’ll tell everyone they are right about the heat, the desert, the Canyon, Sedona, golf, etc. But you’d probably be surprised to know that the grape growing region in Southeastern Arizona has a climate similar to the best places in California. No fog and not as much rain, but 90 degree highs and 60 degree lows all summer that make it possible to grow good grapes. Add in great winemakers like Kent Callaghan and you will start to see some great wines from here.
September 11, 2008

sharon
Cacti. And Old Town in Tucson. Not much else. It doesn’t seem very habitable for grapes. Maybe a Malbec at the higher altitudes but, I don’t know, too many rattlers!
September 11, 2008

Mike Calmus
QOTD: Never had any Arizona wine.
I think mostly of desert when I think of Arizona. Also, right now I think of McCain.
September 11, 2008

Jimmy G
Happy B-Day Sasha!!

Gary, you need to have Maynard Keenan on the show he seams to be a really cool guy. I’m going to have to try one of his wines.

QOTD: I’ve never had an AZ wine or even been there, but all i think of is lots of sun and cactus.
September 11, 2008

Scottie P
QOTD: Never had an AZ wine, I was always curious though, becuase of the heat. Unless they import their grapes…
September 11, 2008

Shawn_944
Hey Gary, great show! Thanks for getting I was worried we were going to sit at 535 for a couple more days

QOTD: Never been to Arizona, I think of long open dusty plains though
September 11, 2008

jaredlevy
Good show, the other 46 represented well today.

QOTD: AZ is a bit of a bitter subject because I”m still not over the 2001 World Series with the Yankees & Diamondbacks. That little blooper broke my heart.
September 11, 2008

Darcey and Cliff
Never had an AZ wine.
A makes me think of … heat! Of course!
Great episode … always bringing something new! Keep it up Gary!
September 11, 2008

Don Reynolds
I hate Arizona except for U of A basketball. I lived in Tucson most of my life. Too freaking hot!!! But my parents still live there and my oldest son is a cop there so the next time I am there I will try some AZ wines. GREAT SHOW!!!
September 11, 2008

CB Lukens
GV – Thanks for bringing out AZ. QOTD – I’ve not had one and when I think of AZ I think of my friend talking about how Swamp Coolers really work down there. Random – I know. I’d love to visit there!
September 11, 2008

TimInSpokane
Cool to see a show on Arizona wines, and good to hear that there is some very worthwhile juice flowing in the big ass canyon state…

QOTD – never had an Arizona wine! I have never seen one offered for sale up here, either. Hopefully that will change. What do I think of when I think “Arizona”? I think of the red rocks, cliffs, and cactus around Sedona, and all of the nouveau hippy-trippy new agers that moved to that area. Although, I must say, the arts, dining, and wine scene in Sedona is very cool. I think it is a very cool area, totally gorgeous, and has a very fun aura around it….. groovy!

HAPPY B-DAY SASHA!!!
September 11, 2008

J Dubb
QOTD: Never had one but the next time I go to visit my parents in Az. I will have to check on out. When I think of Az. I think of my parents who spend the winter in Masa every year.
September 11, 2008

Fred
Hey Chuck…good show…never had Arizona wine, but have had some New Mexico wine…not too bad…when I think of Arizona, I think of some great golf courses, the Grand Canyon..Sedona, turquiose and hot…SASHA…great props on your birthday!!
September 11, 2008

Steven
Wow, I’ve lived in AZ all of my life and have never really thought to check around for the local wineries. As a plus the ones you reviewed are all in my backyard! Thanks @garyvee and Happy Birthday Sasha!
September 11, 2008

Rob
I’m in for a secret pack – and coincidentally enough, it’s my first WL purchase! Can’t wait to see what you’ve picked out for us!

QOTD – I think of desert golf courses.
September 11, 2008

J3rome
Uh Oh, where was Michelle on that 85 score. Doesn’t she know you are supposed to pan up to the 85 jersey when this happens? Oh well Mott needs a vacation just like the rest of us.

QOTD: Never had one, I think about a story I heard once about it being so hot that one of my aunt’s friend tripped and her skin got stuck to the searing hot pavement. OUCH!
September 11, 2008

Deano
Great episode Gary. The last wine sounds awesome.

QOTD:
-Never have but if i come across one I will try it.