A Very Cool Winemaker Visits the Thunder Show

A Very Cool Winemaker Visits the Thunder Show – Episode #549

October 1, 2008

Charles Smith of K Vintners shares his wine philosophy and tastes 4 of his Washington state wines with Gary Vaynerchuk.

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“[...] Gary V. had Charles Smith on WLTV last year and they tasted the …” by VINEgeek » Kung Fu Girl Riesling 2008
“awesome guest…. definitely some stuff i gotta try…” by nnothing
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Wines tasted in this episode:

2007 Kung Fu Girl Riesling
2007 Chateau Smith Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 K-vintners OvideColumbia Valley Red Meritage
2006 K-vintners Morrison Lane SyrahWashington Syrah

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October 1, 2008

Lawain
Great show Gary…best guest ever–loved his passion and sincerity.
October 1, 2008

Mark
Wow Gary. I’ve watched over 250 episodes of WLTV and seen just about every guest episode out there. And this GUY, this man you had on today, is my FAVORITE guest you’ve ever had. Such a cool dude, I want to plan a trip to Walla Walla just to visit him.
So, maybe I’ll be able to come in November or early December, to answer his QOTD.
October 1, 2008

Andy and Edie Hanson
Excellent show by a guy only a few states away from us here in Montana. We see alot of K wines around here and now I think we’ll have to go buy some after seeing how much heart and soul Charles puts into these wines. The big leather boot coming off this imposing gentleman with a switchblade revealing a perfectly manicured foot was one of the all time classic moments of Wine Library TV. Awesome job to both of you!
October 1, 2008

manonthemoon
Definately a top 5 show, GV, even if I thought you might get cut after the 2nd wine analysis. You need to do more of these winemakers tastings, they seem to bring out the best episodes.

QOTD: I will be there next Saturday morning!!!!
October 1, 2008

James H.
I can’t wait to try the Kung Fu Girl Riesling! I plan on having it with sushi this weekend.

QOTD: I fit into the camera because of the magic of the interweb!
October 1, 2008

Crystal Bradley
K Vintners wines make up a good portion of my cellar and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Charles and his crew always do a stellar job at Holiday Barrel Tasting and Spring Release. The winter after I turned 21 my friends took me tasting and the first place we went was K. Since that initial interaction with Charles I’ve been a fan. The K wines tend to be on the spendy side but in my opinion are well worth the price. The CSW offerings are fabulous for everyday drinking and make for good conversation with their fun labels. I suppose I owe a thank you to Charles and his wine for getting me supremely interested in the industry. Now if I could only get my hands on a bottle of The Hustler….
October 1, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
I really think this is the most interesting winemaker/wine combo you’ve had so far! Great show
October 1, 2008

wmole
That was great. Think I’ll pop a bottle and crank some Van Halen. Bottoms up!
October 1, 2008

Sonnenuhr
Great guest – love the spirit of independence and terroir. People like Charles are what keep me believing in American wine. Finally somebody who believes in his products and isn’t just changing a Parker rating. Cheers!
October 1, 2008

MagnumGourmet
Top 10…Woo Hoo!!!

Oh boy is Gary in trouble with this guest.
October 1, 2008

BiggRigg
HOLY HAIRCUT!!!!!!!!
October 1, 2008

Christophe
Seems like comments are having trouble uploading.

Keep on rocking
October 1, 2008

John Farrin
5
October 1, 2008

David Dickinson
Sounds like a great show. Now to watch.
October 1, 2008

Seann
K Vinters is awesome – their wine “the Creator” rocks!
October 1, 2008

Christophe
Rock on Gary! You sure know how to party!

Hope you can stop by and say hi some time this week.

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/titus_tv

Today we are giving another go at Ustream and TalkShoe integration. Cheers!
October 1, 2008

Scott EJ
Now this is a guest. Love the K Vitner wines. Although, the packaging is certainly creative and eye-catching, I’d prefer it if they didn’t put so much focus on that resulting on a more affordable product. The $50 tag just seems to much for the overall product.

Good show.
October 1, 2008

Kenny Hyder
93+ at $55 wow… must be good! QOTD: I’m gonna answer your question with another question, when are YOU coming to Santa Barbara! BOOYA!
October 1, 2008

Hinrgman
Gary,

One great show after another,

just keep on rockin!!
October 1, 2008

manonthemoon
This show is going to rock.