Tough Economy Leads To Finding Value Wine

Tough Economy Leads To Finding Value Wine – Episode #554

October 8, 2008

Gary Vaynerchuk tries 4 wines under $13 to see if he can find any values. All of the wines Gary has on the show today are scored 90 points or higher by major press!

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2007 Valdesil Montenovo GodelloOther Spanish White Wine
2006 Milbrandt Riesling Columbia ValleyColumbia Valley Riesling
2006 Pillar Box RedAustralian Red Meritage
2005 Lengs & Cooter The VictorAustralian Shiraz/Syrah

Links mentioned in todays episode.

214 Responses

October 8, 2008

Marc
First? Really???
October 8, 2008

Kevin K
Great idea for an episode!
October 8, 2008

Ben N.
Cool stuff Gary!
October 8, 2008

Hinrgman
Yea, I’ve had to cut back on my wine purchases.
October 8, 2008

Paryb
Wooohoo! Opening the show with a Happy B-day to me?! Thanks Gary!
October 8, 2008

manonthemoon
a top 10
October 8, 2008

dc7
I’ve cut way back as well.
October 8, 2008

DrEdwardo
Top 10. Now to watch the episode.

Edwardo
October 8, 2008

Dr T from N. Carolina
QOTD — 2000 Naveran Don Pedro CS — on sale for $11.99!
October 8, 2008

waibeans
return of pillar box, interesting…..
October 8, 2008

Kevin K
QOTD: It is usually the pillar box, but I agree that this vintage is not as good as the last.
October 8, 2008

Andy
QOTD—– The Crossings New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc $12.99 2007
Great wine for the money …. taste like Cloudy Bay
October 8, 2008

Ben N.
QOTD: Any EOS wines are a good values.
October 8, 2008

Smahlatz
QOTD : Petaringa UNderstudy ; McLaren Vale Cab Sav/Petit Verdot 2004
About £8.50 I think, so equivalent of <$13. YUM
October 8, 2008

billyg
2005 Bodega Norton Malbec Reserva
October 8, 2008

Yargh!
QOTD: Here are some suggestions (all available from winelibrary.com) in no particular order:

* Domaine De La Garrigue Cotes Du Rhone Cuvee Romaine 2006 (solid cote du rhone rouge)

* Chateau Pesquie Les Terrasses 2006

* Cusumano Insolia 2007 (A rude Sicilian waitor in Siracusa pushed this wine on me; turned out to be a decent white wine)

* Allan Scott Sauvignon Blanc 2007

* Goldwater Sauvignon Blanc 2007
October 8, 2008

RichG
Giddy Up Gary!!!
October 8, 2008

Kellen
Great episode–keep the value driven stuff coming!
QOTD–best one I’ve had lately is probably the Mateus Signature 2005 Douro. Under $10 even up here in Canada.
October 8, 2008

Ryan
really a great episode. but wasn’t it robert and not jay who loved the pillar box so much?
October 8, 2008

Jayhitek
QOTD: None.. The video gets an error at 19:40 and I can’t watch the last 20 seconds. BUMMER! you suck!
October 8, 2008

stewart l
Just opened the 2006 Ancient Peaks zin last night-13 bones, great bottle of wine, nice spice, licorice and jammy fruit. Unfortunately, it’s sold out already. 93 rated in WS
October 8, 2008

Jay
Good show. I’m always a fan of finding values.

Also, the baseball cards are so awesome. And who doesn’t love David Wells. I saw him in a bar when the Yankees were here playing the Mariners and he was super cool, totally nice, and called my roommate an idiot for telling him that he could hit his splitty (Wells doesn’t throw a splitty).

QOTD: Snoqualmie Merlot (2005). Very solid, and for $7-8, it can’t be beat. I have tasting notes somewhere in my blog. Search through to find it.
October 8, 2008

Jimmy T
Aight! Good stuff.

QOTD: I have had anything to write home about, or comment about. Help!
October 8, 2008

JudeMurphy
… well I did recently get a glass of Pontet-Canet for €11! ; )
Oh, and a grand-puy-lacoste for €15!

And, (though I’d just throw this in) I got a bottle, yes a bottle, of lynch-bages 96 for €50!!
It’s usually €185! That was crazy!

Hey gary, whatever happened to that thank you of the day thing you were doing a while ago?
October 8, 2008

Neil
Legs & Cooty The Victor?

QOTD: PELLEHAUT “HARMONIE” BLANC & Chiroulet Côtes de Gascogne Blanc
October 8, 2008

cbleary
Good show, Gary. The best sub-$13 wine I’ve had lately was Francois Montand Blanc de Blancs. It’s a very good French sparkling wine, especially for the price.
October 8, 2008

Slushpuppy
Hi Gary & Nation: qotd: My inexpensive ‘house red’ is a nice Spanish red for six $ @ Trader Joe in Reno: Familia Sanchez: Tempranillo and Syrah, 13.5%. Jammy and pleasantly mouth filling with a velvety, concentrated texture.
Smell it first!
October 8, 2008

Craig Owen
Great show Gary,

The best recent under-$13 red I’ve had was actually the Pillar Box Red you reviewed… I actually liked it a bit better than you (89 pts.)

I also recently had the ‘07 MonteNovo but wasn’t as high on it as you were (88 pts. for me). My best under-$13 white of late was actually a 2001 Disznoko Tokaji Dry Furmint. A total shocker for me as it was my first ever dry Tokaji.
October 8, 2008

ev
QOD———hate to do it, but my best buy in the last month is the Ste Michelle Riesling 2007 Washington State. $6.99 grocery stores, $5.99 liquor store and 10% off for purchases over 6. At 1.9% r.s., it’s just a little sweet for me, but that sweetness helps bring out the tropical flavors. A dry riesling can be had for the same price, but it’s just a bit too bracing. Also the semillon is great for the same price.

So Gary, are you going to “Eat Crow” for the Joe Torre “way overrated” comment from months back?

Did you know that the name “Dodgers” was shortened from “Trolley Dodgers” used from 1911-1931?
October 8, 2008

Hido53
QOTD:

Marietta Old Vine Red is a favorite. I think they’re up to Lot #47 now. Typically a blend of Zin, Carignane, Syrah, Petite Sirah, and a bit of Cab. The blend provides for a very flavorful, medium to full-bodied, reasonably complex wine. Fruit-driven with a bit of spice and absolutely no funk. The Oak Monster is not a player with this wine. Very good price-point(usually around $10).
October 8, 2008

Palmer
agree on the Pillar Box – although for $8/btl I thought it perfect to serve at BBQs and bought a six pack…
October 8, 2008

M
Jayhitek,
My video cuts off at 19:40. I can guess the QOTD: Lauca Pinot Noir, Maule Valley. Cusumano Insolia (glass cork). Peique Bierzo
October 8, 2008

John Farrin
QOTD: 2005 Greg Norman Limestone Coast Shiraz (hurry, 2006 about to be released)$10.35-11.49 on sale Safeway, WalMart. Don’t be afraid of the distribution channels. Wine Spectator 88; me 91; 2006 WS 89 SO…More refined than most Aussie fruit bomb shiraz.I don’t buy cases of many wines but I did buy a case of both the 2004 & 2005 of this wine.
October 8, 2008

Diego
QOTD: QUARA TORRONTES 2006 and ALMA MORA CABERNET SAUV. 2006 both from Argentina.
October 8, 2008

Johnnyutah
QOTD: The Stump Jump Australian Red Blend – GSM – about 12 bonez

Have you seen the movie “Mondovino”? Questions whether Robert Parker is really the man.
October 8, 2008

Paryb
Once again thanks for the Birthday shoutout…this week I’ve had a couple good >$11 dollar bottles, Bogle Petit Syrah, nice color, good fruit, decent structure.

I also had Big House Red, from Big House winery, Crazy mashup of half a dozen varietals, wild as hell, but damn fun to drink. Plus there website is cute as hell.

Thanks again for what ya do GV!
October 8, 2008

SurfCityJay
QOTD: Gnarley Head Zin… good entry level for $8.99

QOTD v2: Favorite number is #19… Lance Alworth, baby…
October 8, 2008

SteveW
QOTD: Columbia Crest H3 (Horse Heaven Hills) 2005 Merlot $12.99
Tastes like a $25 or $30 bottle of wine.
October 8, 2008

E dog
Great idea for a show: Gary, you really bring the thunder!!!

QOTD: I got a great Loire valley sauvignon blanc. 2006 Domaine de Chatenoy Menetou-Salon for 9€, I guess that s around 13$.

Great nose: floral, lime, a bit of asparagus.
Nice flavour: a bit of peach, nice acidity, lemon-lime on the mid-palate, subtle exotic fruit finish. Good structure and long finish.

had it today and had avery pleasant surprise!

http://www.clement-chatenoy.com/
October 8, 2008

Derek F.
Really great EP, I like the value driven shows, video stops at 19:40 with a error??

QOTD: should Gary get a new camera?
October 8, 2008

E dog
oops… i just checked and it was the 2007 Domaine de Chatenoy Menetou-Salon, not the 2006
October 8, 2008

T.J. Clark
What a great episode for Mott– face time and the big zoom. Way to go, Mott!!

QOTD: 2007 Leonard Kreusch Spatlese Riesling. 9 bucks and some change at my local shop. This was my first German Riesling so I don’t have a comparison, but I really liked it. I have a newbie palate, but I really enjoyed the flavor– like the syrup from canned peaches. I’ve been craving it since.
October 8, 2008

RANDI
GARY!!
Yes great vibe on todays show!!
Didnt get the QOTD though…think u might b asking about wines under $10?
What comes to mind is the 2005 Terre Nero D`avola..cheap…and me likey…

xo
October 8, 2008

Cameron W
QOTD – Pasquel Toso 2006 Malbec. $9.99.
October 8, 2008

purplejuicebruce
After the review of the 05 Pillar box I found the 06 and was dissapointed,glad to see you didn’t like it as much either.
QOTD Layer Cake Shiraz McMannis Sarah Bogle Petite Sirah Concanon Petite Sirah
Trader Joe’s Reserve Petite Verdot 10 bones a steal Trader Joe’s Passo Robles Organic Zinfandel 5 bones its crazy Ironstone winery Cab FrancI think 03 under 10 bones HeHeHe he said Cooter.
October 8, 2008

Reggie K
Gary your an insperation. To be so excited about what you do everyday is a great and rare thing don’t ever lose it.

QOTD: I had a 2005 Cheval Quancard Reserve Bordeaux for $12.99. I havent heard anything about this winery before, just trying every value 05 bordeaux I see. Thought is was good for the price.
October 8, 2008

sam
Couldn’t get to the QOTD, player froze twice on me.

Thank you for bringing value, though most wines today didn’t bring ‘the thunder’.

Good stuff!
October 8, 2008

Dominus
Oak monster was “flaming” in more ways than one.

Good show in an attempt for good “house” wines. I like it.

QOTD: I’m guessing here since mine was cut short but I’ll go with the Steenbur SB from SA you reviewed last week. Also, 5 is my fav number. Brooks Robinson
October 8, 2008

Wojtek
One good show. QOD: Roble 2006 Bodegas Pingon from Ribera del Duero. Simple but delicious.
October 8, 2008

CindyW
QOTD: a friend brought over a $10 bottle of wine recently, and I was pleasantly surprised. 2001 Bodegas Saenz de Santamaria Rioja Rondan Crianza, http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=230300

Fun episode, GaryV, and quite timely for me. One of my friends is having a $15-and-under wine party soon, as a way to find good wines that fit her budget. I’m looking forward to it!
October 8, 2008

Kenny Dion
QOTD: Fat Bastard Cabernert Sauvignon Limited Release. It’s still one of my favorite wines of all time.
October 8, 2008

brian
frizion, argentina, shiraz/malbec, $7.45 in canada
October 8, 2008

brian
sorry, it’s fuzion
October 8, 2008

Serg
Chat.st Michelle Indian Wells Riesling 2006 at $11 is really very good- a combination of luscious green apples, cream and peaches. The label says cantelope but I.m not getting it. Nevertheless,really not just very good.
October 8, 2008

Serg
Chat.st Michelle Indian Wells Riesling 2006
I mean better than very good
October 8, 2008

Serg
Chat.st Michelle Indian Wells Riesling 2006
Oh and by the way did I say it was very good. Also I am really looking Bills v. the J… E… T… S… if Ewards wakes up. Go Bills!
October 8, 2008

Rick D
QOTD: I have several that I can recommend:

Edmeades Zinfandel Mendicino County 2006

“Root: 1″ Cabernet Sauvignon by Vina Ventisquero, Colchagua Chile 2005

Fontanafredda Barbera Piemonte “Briccotondo” 2006

Patrick Lesec Bouquet Cotes Du Rhone 2005

And the last one, but this is $14, but I scored it a 92

Glen Carlou Grand Classique 2003
October 8, 2008

Dr. Dan
It’s your show, GV, if you want run through a few baseball cards, go for it. I enjoy your snap recollections of the players. QOTD: Tittarelli Torrontes Reserva $11.
October 8, 2008

Benj
QOTD: Dr Loosen’s Dr L is a great entry level riesling that everyone knows and that I keep coming back to, amazing QPR at only £6.50 in Sainsburys. Had a 2001 Lealtanza Rioja Crianza recently for £9 from Averys (probably retails for around $13 in the states, I don’t know) that was delicious, not too heavy, tons of sour cherries, a little wood smoke, coffee, earth and smoooooooth. Drank it with a bunch of people, some of whom didn’t like it so much. I tend to avoid numerical ratings, but I guess it’s an 89+ for me, just not quite interesting enough to hit that 90.
October 8, 2008

Bryan Garcia
QOTD: None.
October 8, 2008

Bill
Liked the concept of the show.

QOTD: Porca de Murça – Douro, at about $6. Trust me on this one.
October 8, 2008

Jim Miranda
I’ve had numerous bottles of the Pillar Box Red, Each bottle is different. Sometimes average-sometimes outstanding.
October 8, 2008

jason carey
You know, the 06 PillarBox is not as bright and balanced.. the 05 was fresher tasting..

as to the best 13 dollar wine.. it is Glatzer Gruner Veltliner.. awesome..
2nd place to a bottle of Gallo of Sonoma Zinfandel 2004
October 8, 2008

hugh
QOTD: I like Castano’s (Yecla, Spain) Hecula. It’s mostly Monastrell. Should be in the $12-13 range. Good “pop and pour” but can be held 2-4 yrs.
October 8, 2008

kenny smith
Mine is 3. That is the age where I started to remember everything. I love croatian wines GV.
October 8, 2008

leslie Cserepy
the question of the day is cut off of the video for me It won’t play the end of the episode due to an “error”
October 8, 2008

Urbwes
QOTD: believe it or not, I really enjoyed “White Truck”. I’d say aviod the red and pink, but the white had tons of aromatics going on and a great sweet but not too sweet taste to it.
October 8, 2008

CRAIG GERNANDT
Great Episode! I am hunting the Zlatan right now. Just wathched the episode with some Chambolle-Musigny, Millesime 2003.

I used to comment all the time, from the beginning, but have been watching consistently again since Episode 500. Keep it up! I stopped watching my tv shows to catch up on all of the past episodes I missed.

Keep going man!

FYI, your Cheese Library staff helped me and the wife out last week! Your staff knows their stuff.
October 8, 2008

Pete G
Loved the show. Great concept. And the Mottster gets a HUGE best supporting
award for this one. Great cameo and great Wes Walker jersey pan. PS – Lengs
& Cooter make a kick ass clare valley riesling that you would like.

QOTD: ? sorry IOU. Had error messages on that part of the stream and could
not get it to play.
October 8, 2008

Anthony L.
Love the baseball cards
October 8, 2008

Withnail
QOTD: 2006 Gascon Malbec (Argentina)
October 8, 2008

aaronb
QOTD: Haven’t had any <=$13.00 wine in the last month. Sorry.
October 8, 2008

manonthemoon
Meh show, love the green band and awesome Mags reference.

QOTD: Unfortunately I don’t drink a lot of 13 and under stuff because I am trying to drink a little less and tend to splurg on what I buy. That said I loved the Four Vines cuvee bottling.
October 8, 2008

CRAIG GERNANDT
I am gonna get some Valdesil. My best under $13 dollar wine. I just pulled out some Rocky Creek Zin that I bought purchased at the Winelibrary. Great stuff. Nice and smoky.
October 8, 2008

mike z
QOTD: the best bottle under $13 has to be 2005 14 Hands Merlot from Washington state. I’ve had this wine in chain restaurants, but finally found it for $9.99. its a must try! for a white, 207 Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling. another great wine for $10.99.
October 8, 2008

gastrononymous
QOTD: Sincerely Shiraz, by Neil Ellis of South Africa.

Gary, thanks for reaching out to those of us who appreciate good wine but need to keep a sharp eye on the $$$. Please do some more shows like this one.
October 8, 2008

DAve A
Good show. Ever consider a cooking show/wine tasting? http://savorhospitality.com/cookingcoarse/ This guy is a hoot! and like you, good!
Come to Raleigh!!

A 91 white?? wow. Got to find that! Oh, not in NC.
Riesling is in NC.
Other two wines. not.

I’m thinking of starting a wine tasting show in my mirror… with wines I can find.
QOTD: didn’t stay for it. sorry.
October 8, 2008

ChiroGuyDC
FYI, Dave Magadan is a hitting coach for YOUR 2008 World Champion Boston Red Sox

Great show, as ALWAYS.
October 8, 2008

Little Jonny H
I’m looking forward to your new mission to find great stuff to get me through the economic lull.

Bill (below) is not kidding… the porca de murca douro is sensational for $8 (after shipping – or retail price)

QOTD: Hogue Fume Blanc (’06) and the Jonesy Tawny Port (NV) – I just can’t get enough of the stuff, especially with some dark chocolate or Oreos. God, I love Oreos…
October 8, 2008

Susan
Gary- Capt. Value??? !!!!! LOL !!!! Where’s your boat??? LOL!!!
October 8, 2008

TomW
QOTD: the r.h Phillips Viognier exp 2005 was a pretty big hit. On the sweet side for me, but not too, but in the happy zone for gf. So that makes me happy…. Scored @ WL for $8.80/ I see its now @ 10 bones.
October 8, 2008

Bored Doe
Great stuff Gary!!! Always love to try potential QPR wines. QOTD- 2006 Geode Santa Barbara County Chardonnay. A great $10 chard that is not typical of California (no oak monster here). There is oak in the wine but it is far more “appropriate” that what we are used to seeing in the golden state. Very nice tropical fruit and crisp acidity that is not overbearing. Best new world white wine that I have tried at this price point in quite a while.
October 8, 2008

Susan
Gary & Chris, You are BOTH tasting!!!! WHAT??? LOVE the energy!!!!
October 8, 2008

Reese F
QOTD: i’m going to bring back an old fave from the show: Prado Ayala Rioja – bold & flavorful for that price point. Wifey votes for the Shotfire Shiraz, but that may be $14 at WL. So my vote wins I think.
October 8, 2008

Susan
Gary- You didn’t tell us how the label tasted????? LOL!!!!!!
October 8, 2008

Susan
Gary- Missed the part where you talked about the chalk board. I hope you are talking about #5 on the clearance sale list. I ordered #5 from that list!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 8, 2008

Magnuson
2006 Mouton Cadet (or any year for the last six years!) Cheap and nice.
October 8, 2008

Pastafari Pirate
QOTD: Terrazas de los Andes Malbec. And 2 very close runners-up: Castano Hecula Monastrell, and Trapiche Oak Cask Malbec.

btw, I could go even cheaper, and give you a dozen QPR absolute gems that are $7 and under.
October 8, 2008

Patrick SF
QOTD: Sebeka Chenin Blanc 2008 from Western Cape South Africa $7.99 Not sure what star fruit tastes like, but I’ll have to try it to expand my palette.
October 8, 2008

Susan
Gary & Chris, QOTD: 2206 Martin Codex Albarino $11.99. Susan’s Score 89. Very good with any type of seafood – but especially grilled shrimp!!!!
October 8, 2008

Susan
Gary – WOW!!! How about the 2006 Martin Codex Albarino??? WOW!!!!
October 8, 2008

KVolk
QOTD: I like Red truck actually….I know that’s not to daring but it works for me and what is availible..

My favorite number is 22….always mt number playing sports growing up and of course the man Emmitt Smith now……
October 8, 2008

EricB
QOTD: best under $13 wine recently is the 2006 Pacific Rim Gewurztraminer
unlike most low cost gewurz, it has great acidity and is just off-dry. Aromatics and flavors are classic litchi.
October 8, 2008

EricB
uh that link should be
http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=447963
October 8, 2008

Jimmy
I think Tommy Herr only hit one home run in 42,457 at bats.
October 8, 2008

Christine Rufkahr
QOTD: When I’m broke, I always like the Big Red Monster. It’s about 10 Bones.

I almost bought Pillar Box last night b/c I was going over to my brother’s house to watch the debate (I don’t have TV), and his dog’s name is Pilar so I thought it would be cool, then I thought, he’s loaded, I’ll just drink his wine.

I got my brother to watch the show for the first time last night. He loved it!!! He picked out a Napa show and was able to name the 3 of the 4 wines that were on the table even though you couldn’t see the labels very clearly. He’s off to Napa tomorrow!

I was in love with Tommy Herr when I was a kid. He was part of the ‘82 World Series Champion Cardinals!!! #28 and curly dark blond hair!!! Almost as hot as Gary.
October 8, 2008

Robert Howells
Farnese Sangiovese from Italy $7.99 Canadian so probably $3.00 in USA.
October 9, 2008

Marshall
Hey Mott and Gary, where’s my free schwag for writing a comment on that one episode? You know when Gary picked a show at random, and if you wrote a comment you get a schwag package. I was one of those people and I’m still waiting?
QOTD:I’ve been drinking whiskey and beer exclusively.
October 9, 2008

neutron212
Cant wait for the wrist band going to awsome
QOTD: A good wine under 13$ is are two that im drinking currently the first one is a white) 12$ Soave 2006 Tamellini the other a red) Rubio 2006 11$ its 100% sangiovese
October 9, 2008

jsrassat
QOTD: Château Du Buisson Bordeaux 2006. At 7 bones, is a very solid wine. Great Tuesday dinner wine, in my opinion. Love the shift in the show, 13$ and under. It’s a good challenge, and a fun one at that.
October 9, 2008

JustinL
QOTD: 2006 Philippe et Pascale Nusswitz Orenia Blanc — a delicious Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne blend from France.
October 9, 2008

Christopher Frey
When you were opening up the packs a couple of days ago I figured that you would open up a Steve Frey (pronounced fry), he is my dad’s cousin. He had a long career as a relief pitcher, and now runs a baseball camp down in Florida. Bit of useless trivia and the first time Steve’s name has been in the media for probaly 13 years. Kudos!
October 9, 2008

Augustus
Here is the secret wine of all time. It scored 89 points Wine and Spirits. It smells, tastes and finishes like the wine that it purports to be. And, it is actually quite good. Oh, AND, it’s ONLY SIX BUCKS!!!

Santa Rita 120 2006 Cab, from Chile.

Get it while you can, and laugh at your friends who pay twelve and fifteen for garbage like Rodney Strong and others.

Cheers, Gary!
October 9, 2008

Rob
Good to see David Wells in the proper uniform. (Blue Jays). Keep the baseball cards coming, and I’m also addicted to this show now.
October 9, 2008

Jaybird
QOTD 2005 Chapoutier cote du rhone
October 9, 2008

Justin L. Ove
QOTD: I just drank the 2005 E. Guigal Cote du Rhone and was pleasantly surprised. Well worth the 13 bones it costs, and should be widely available.
October 9, 2008

Kyle Suehiro
If anyone is in Washington state, look out for Sockeye merlot.. it’s only $10, maybe even $6.99 on sale and goes great with spicy Indian food and of course, salmon.
October 9, 2008

Pat
I am new to wine but had someone recommend a VERY inexpensive Cab red blend called Mallet Pointe that sold for $5.99 a bottle! It has a screw cap and I don’t mind having just a glass at night without worrying about wasting the rest of it. I enjoy it and wow… does that work in to a budget!
October 9, 2008

Snarf
QOTD: 2006 Heartland Stickleback Red ($8) and 2005 Nieto Senetiner Cabernet Reserva ($7). Both bring serious THUNDER for the bones!
October 9, 2008

Chippewamike
QOTD: 2007 Twin Vines Vihno Verde from Portugal. Light and refreshing. Great “porch wine”. . . $9.00 a bottle. Have shared two bottles with friends and it was really enjoyed.
October 9, 2008

SaraMHCRU
i have really enjoyed the big tattoo syrah/cab blend and their riesling. both under $10. I buy them whenever i see them. good stuff.
October 9, 2008

italianwinelover
Nice to see you Mott – looking good!

QOTD: M1 Monastrell from Valencia. Easy-drinking and a crowd pleaser!! A school-nite wine for sure!

Thanks for sharing your happiness!!
October 9, 2008

DrEdwardo
QOTD: 2006 Montalto Nero d’Avola/Cab blend (Sicily). C$11 in BC – probably US$6 in the US.

Good everyday wine with decent fruit and acidity, no oak and screwcap.

Edwardo
October 9, 2008

Eli2Tyree
I have two – the Bixio Ripasso is a must if you love the vento; and if you love South France the 2005 pesquie la terrases (didnt like the 06 as much)
October 9, 2008

Jeff R
Great idea for the show – economy episodes. I hope you stick true to your word and do quite a few of these (like one a week).

Loved the quick appearence by Mott and the baseball card opening – that impromptu makes this show interesting.

QTD – In the last month, I cannot think of any <$13 that I would recommend. In addition, Ohio’s pricing is possibly $2-$3 (or more) higher per bottle then many other states in this economy category. So we lose out on those $11-$13 bottles. For instance, although I have not seen The Victor (Lengs and Cooter) shiraz on the shelves here recently, I recall that as a $15-$17 bottling.
October 9, 2008

Eltrainlane
QOTD: Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages, let it open up for an hour or so. Oh man!
October 9, 2008

WineWoman
QOTD: Elio Perrone’s Tas Mor Can Barbera d’ Asti 2006. I usually don’t go back to buy more in this price range unless I’m exceptionally impressed, but this wine did it for me. Well-balanced perfect food wine, great for a BYO establishment. I paired it with grilled rib-eye steak , mashed potatoes, green beans and salad. Absolutely delicious. My husband and I rarely finish an entire bottle of wine at dinner, but we finished this one. Nice change from drinking a big Cali Cab with red meat.
October 9, 2008

Lawrence Leichtman
Actually, it was the 05 Pillar Box. Just finished the last one of those 3 weeks ago. Too bad the 06 isn’t the same style.
October 9, 2008

Ken
I haven’t seen your show in months and decided to tune in today. Overall, it was a good show. You should know better than to try such a young Pommard. Burgundy – I’ll never understand why people buy it unless they buy it for their newborn babies to enjoy when they have children of their own.

QOTD: ’05 Chateau Pesquie Les Terrasses CdV – I bought a bunch of the ‘05 for $11. Amazing and incredible stuff. Why can’t everybody make wine like this? I haven’t tried the ‘06 yet but am looking forward to it when my ’05s are gone.

Another cheapie, $7ish or so, wine that never disappoints me is the Luzon Jumilla.
October 9, 2008

J Dubb
QOTD: Two wines for you… 2004 Giacomo Castelli Roman Rosso-$7 and 2006 Snoqualmie
Whistle Stop Red Columbia Valley-also $7. Both brought the thunder for the dollar.
October 9, 2008

ClingF18
Great show again. Looking forward to the “Economy Recommendation Room” link!!!

QOTD: 2005 Pure Love Wines Layer Cake Shiraz. The name says it all! Pure Love!!!!
October 9, 2008

Drew M.
QOTD: Mazzei Badiola 2003…it’s a Tuscan Sangiovese/Merlot/Cab blend. Not bad at all for…12…US…bones.
October 9, 2008

Garry M.
$10 – $15 is pretty much where I live with wine.
I the last week, the 05 Kenwood Zin was very good
and 05 Earthworks Syrah.
I’m exlusively a red drinker and I find most 06 to
be too young for me.
October 9, 2008

J3rome
QOTD: I’m a baller and don’t drink anything under 50$. HA Yea right just kidding. Oh and my favorite number is 7.
October 9, 2008

CaseyLee
favorite # is 9. mott is a crazy guy lol . happy birthday, perry. i like the baseball cards. do what you like. and the decanting was interesting. you know i think i have seen Double cross vodka at specs here in houston that bottle looks so familiar. ive never had it though. i tried Ciroc vodka. its good. acutally i think its really good. pricey though. its distilled 5 times too. p diddy is the spokesperson or something for it.i thought that was kinda funny cool websites for both. thanks for the vid gary
October 9, 2008

theemptyglass
QOTD: I don’t buy wine over $13. I guess I’m part of the CKC cuz I’m still in school, but it’s grad school! I make less than if I worked at McDonalds!! And I’m past the age of asking the rents for $$. (well sorta!) Anyways, since I buy all cheap wine, all the wines I drink are relevant. So I would steer you in the direction of my wine journal here.
http://corkd.com/people/theemptyglass/journal
And you can see lots of wines I would recommend.
=)
October 9, 2008

IPBrian
QOTD: I am going with Cline Oakley Five Reds 2006, its pure candy, but it just hit me right. Just opened it last night we will see what a day open does to it.
October 9, 2008

Peter
Pellegrini unoaked Russian River Chardonnay 2007 drinks like a chablis crisp great with food and well priced.
October 9, 2008

Sonnenuhr
Didn’t like the Parker wine – LOL! Parker’s rating are crap. Thanks god for Gary V; there’s at least one wine critic I can trust.
October 9, 2008

Scott EJ
Love the *keeping it real* shows.

QOTD: ‘02 Desert Hills Red. A nice WA state blend in found for under 10 bones. I’ve had plenty of $20+ wines that would get creamed by this one.
October 9, 2008

CHICAGO MARK
2006 – Alamos Cabernet Sauvignon andThe Wolftrap Syrah Blend, South Africa
October 9, 2008

Jason Snowden
With the economy so bad I’d love for you to get Cramer back on! I’d love to hear him answer your questions on it in a more casual environment than his wild show.
October 9, 2008

David
We’ve been enjoying the 2005 Bodegas Lozano Rojo Mojo Shiraz ($6.99 in Cleveland, OH). It’s a Jay Miller 86 and marketed here by the good folks at the Well Oiled Wine Company, who’ve got some KILLER Spanish wines.
October 9, 2008

Andrew
QOTD: We’re working our way through a case of Zuccardi Fuzion Shiraz-Malbec from Argentina. Good value for CDN$7.45. But my favourite over the past 6 months or so is a 2002 Sogrape Vila Regia Reserve Douro for CDN$11.85. Nice and smooth, thanks in large part to the age.
October 9, 2008

Rick O'Shea
The 2007 Kung Fu Girl Riesling is nice.
October 9, 2008

Jeremiah
QOTD: My favorite “cheap” wine would have to be Casa da Solo which I think is from Boony Doon Vineyards.
October 9, 2008

Kristen
I like the idea of economy wine shows. Nice work.

QOTD: Riondo Prosecco is my favorite inexpensive wine of the moment. Sparkly and delicious
October 9, 2008

Robin C
I hope you keep going until you find 10 good inexpensives wines, even if they’re all whites.
QOTD: I like Domaine Tariquet whites – under $10.00: chenin chardonnay, ugni blanc, and some others
October 9, 2008

Cabrilla
QOTD: 2007 Le Bois Jacou Gamay, Jean Francois Merieau, Touraine, Loire Valley, delightful wine, about $12, 12% alc, Jon David Headrick importer. Plus a stunning label to boot, reminds me of red coral.
October 9, 2008

pawncop
A very good episode, with important impications.

Two to speak of. Becker (a Texas wine) 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, $8.39 at Costco and Barco Negro (Portugal) red Duoro, $9.99 at Costco.

Love the baseball and basketball cards, keep it coming.
October 9, 2008

pawncop
That’s implications, sorry.
October 9, 2008

Jolie Elman
Root: 1 Sauvignon Blanc from Chile
$8.99 at Cost Plus (I’m located in Southern California)
October 9, 2008

Flavio
QOTD: Couldn’t come up with anything less than $13 worth commenting on… but at $15.99 the Nord Sud Viognier Vin de Pays d´OC, 2006 is a great buy.
October 9, 2008

wayno da wino
Yo G, Mott, Grrrrrrrrreaaaaaat Episode!! The Dow Jones closed at
8579.1 today, might have to go back ta drinkin’ Two Buck Chuck……

QOTD: Thorn-Clarke Terra Barossa 2005 (11 bones)…not too shabby…
October 9, 2008

sqratch
nice! i’m always looking for a good deal, especially the past phew weeks! I got a great bottle of Bogle Petite Sirah last week that only set me back 12 bucks. It’s a little more fruity than my usual tastes, but I really thought it was a very good bottle.
Cheers!!
October 9, 2008

Glen.... winecrazy.com
Da Mottster!!!!!

You should have Mott jump in more often….except when he does, he should actually have something to say. Mott Library TV….now that’s an idea..!!!!!

You kept freezing right at the QOTD so I have no clue what it is.

Have a great weekend brother!!!!!
October 9, 2008

Jeremy
QOTD: Concha y Toro 2006 Casillero del Diablo Carmenere – $8
October 9, 2008

Mariela
Hey Gary! I’ve always enjoyed your site… but just wanted to say that your quote at the Media Bistro event about content being king and marketing being queen was brilliant. As a former Publicist, I fully concur! Keep up the awesome work here!
October 9, 2008

JayZee
Nice show, Gary, but I’m still depressed. I figure I am now not ten years from retirement but more like 25 years or never. Geez!

QOTD: A Spanish red called Valderiz or something like that. I think it is from Ribera del Duero.
October 9, 2008

Phil G
QOTD – have recently had a few bottles of the Chateau Greysac 2003 that were around that price point and really solid.
October 9, 2008

Matt Trevors
QOTD: Covey Run Riesling from Washington State. Very good Riesling… I think WL has it for $8 a bottle.
October 9, 2008

Brendan
I’ve been really digging a couple options from Costco. There’s a 2005 Tin Roof Merlot for $7.99 and a two-pack of White Table Wine for $9.99. Both fantastic for the price.
October 9, 2008

OhioPride
Have you seen Gary? There’s only one solution for a finacial crisis of this magnitude. Time to call CAPTAIN VALUUUUUUUUUU. Is it true one of Captain Value’s arch enemies is Sir GV?
October 9, 2008

OhioPride
Wow, I’m down so much right now I can’t even spell “financial”.
October 9, 2008

Fred Liu
Hi, Gary.

A interesting info for you:
-I opened a 1982, Arnaud de Villeneuve, Riversaltes Amber Hors D’age, 16%vol, 3 MONTHS AGO, on my wife’s birthday, and then sealed with vacuum cork
-I tried it yestoday, nearly the same, and still firm and mellow on the palate, but shift from heavy to elegent: just a little light on alcohol and honey, and more caramel and spiciness.
Maybe it is due to the high alcohol content, but a good experience for me about aging…

QOTD:Nothing really, according to my doctor’s advice.:)
October 9, 2008

Doyle Clark
Inspiring episode garyvee. I actually tasted some of my own wine and it was perfect for bottling. Bottled up the whole batch. Even blogged about it:
http://doyleclark.com/?p=61
October 9, 2008

Scott
Great show. I’m glad you’re getting back to more affordable wines.
QOTD: 2004 Campo Viejo Reserva Tempranillo
October 9, 2008

Scott S.
Gary, Good try for a QPR Home Run but a single RBI if ok!

Qotd: By far the 2005 Thorne Clark Shotfire. This was a killer wine for the money. BTW the 2006 is a strike out
October 9, 2008

Scott S.
Gary, Good try for a QPR Home Run but a single RBI is ok!

Qotd: By far the 2005 Thorne Clark Shotfire. This was a killer wine for the money. BTW the 2006 is a strike out
October 9, 2008

Randy Smith
QOTD: Actually my go to wine is Pillar Box but I have been going to Pascual Toso Malbec just for something different
October 9, 2008

E-to-the-C
QOTD: Value Wine…. I’m completely biased b/c I sell these wines, but nonetheless I LIKE them.

2007 Mallee Sands Chardonnay (Barossa Valley)
El Cipres Torrontes (Mendoza, Argentina)
Bodega Benegas- ALL OF THEM! (Mendoza)
Crush Pad Red (Mendocino, CA)
2005 Sutton Cellars Table Merlot (Sonoma)

p.s. The Thunder Show needs a cute wine girl sidekick. Tell him, Mott. (p.s. I have Jets connections. Hire me. do it.)
October 10, 2008

mark b
funny you should ask, cause it is the pillar box.
October 10, 2008

Dane Campbell
QOTD: I guess at that price point i recently had the 2007 hugel “gentil” and thought it was pretty good stuff. I was at the Fredrick Wildman tasting when i tried it and had the pleasure of tasting his entire line of products which i think are amazing wines! …. all though not all at that price point!
October 10, 2008

JimChem
QOTD: Columbia Crest H3 Cab.
October 10, 2008

Ray-Ray
Qotd: Concha Y Toro Late Harvest Sauv Blanc
October 10, 2008

T. Bone
I think I left a comment about Red Guitar (from Navarra) previously, and I’m going to get myself into trouble for pushing it again. I don’t think it bowled me over per se, I just remember it being surprisingly good for $9 red juice. And the label is cool. But it needs a screwcap badly.

In any event, I need to try that Godello, sounds like it’s an up-and-comer. Thanks for the tip.
October 10, 2008

TimBoDo
Certified lurker… been gone for awhile, good to be back.
QOTD: Easily the Naveran Penedes Crianza – a solid Cab Sauv from Penedes for $9/bottle case price. Give it two hours open and it rocks – reminds me of one of those shops that’s half Dunkin Donuts and half Baskin Robins except in this store, it’s half flower shop and half cigar shop.
October 10, 2008

Ozzy
QOTD: $13? I don’t drink ANYTHING more than $13…. Best I’ve had there? Maybe the Sutter Home Muscato. Or maybe that’s just fresh in my mind because that’s the last bottle we bought…

Can’t wait to hear something about the new wristbands! Loving the green!
October 10, 2008

E-Dub
QOTD: Concha Y Toro Castillo del Diablo Carmenere
October 10, 2008

Scottie P
QOTD: Twin Fin Merlot isn’t bad for $9.
October 10, 2008

antony
Looking to the Languedoc, I’d recommend anything by the Cave de Roquebrun co-operative. I don’t usually by a full case of anything but invested in the Roches Noires for around $12 a piece. Brilliant!
October 10, 2008

Kelly Goff
Please do more of these types of shows! I hate to spend a lot of money on wine but I have become a little more spoiled while trying different things. I really need good recommendations because I have had a very hard time finding good stuff under $13! Thanks Gary!
October 10, 2008

Shawn_944
Great Show Gary!
October 10, 2008

dz
Gary,my favorite value wines are the Larrivaux 05 red Bordeaux for $9 at Costco, everyone I know drinks this. The Tour de Mirambeau red and white are solid for $10 and $9 and the Loire is a great place for deals such as the Pichot Vouvray.
October 10, 2008

Scottie P
P.S. My favorite number is 17.
October 10, 2008

LauraG
QOTD: 2006 Chateau Pesquie Las Terrrasses Rouge

Great show!! Love the MonteNovo myself.
October 10, 2008

wayno da wino
Yo G, da Dow Jones is under 8000, how ’bout given me a loan so i can get
me some Two Buck Chuck…….
October 10, 2008

Jared Pondelik
Thanks for the great show Gary.
October 10, 2008

Pete
Salento Primativo – $12 of earthy, complex goodness.
October 10, 2008

Tim Wiseman
Great show, it’s all in the heart of what you were trying to do. There are quite a few wines in the $13 and under range that really impress. Some that I have that I think I must share are:

06′ Panarroz Jumilla Red – $7
06′ La Linda Tempranillo – $8
05′ La Mura Nero d’Avola – $8
05′ Parróne – $12
05′ Chateau Picampeau – $14
04′ Hubert De Bouard – $9

To name a few …

There are tons of options out there! Enjoy …
October 10, 2008

michael
@scott I concurr

Campo Viejo Reserva Tempranillo again,

We had it with some fairly serious wine and it really stood out for balance, complexity and overall just mind numbing goodness, bought a case from costco about 10 a bottle, and we adored it.
October 10, 2008

Dan & Erin Lacher
QOTD: Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2007
http://www.monkeybay.co.nz/tns/mbsb2007.asp

Here ending our official lurker status… ah what now to do w/ the shirt
October 11, 2008

Too Loud Tim
@ T. Bone

You read my mind. I brought up the Red Guitar find at dinner the other night, and someone at another table interrupted to concur. Great value from the Target (or tar-jay) wine aisle…
October 11, 2008

Jason S
Good show. Disappointed with the 2006 Pillar Box Red myself. For good wines under $13 – I would stick with the Australians – the Yalumba brand produces some decent reds and whites. I liked the unoaked Chardonnay and the Viognier. They also made a Shiraz/Viognier blend which is really nice too. There are a lot of other varietals available in Australia – I think they did a decent Pinot Grigio too. Check em’ out brother.
October 11, 2008

Vinacull
VG EP Gary – thanks. Totally agree on the Montenovo Godello! We picked up a couple bottles a few weeks ago after tasting it in the store, then when we tasted it at home with sushi and chicken dishes I was kicking myself we didn’t buy half a case or more. Great stuff for the moola.
October 11, 2008

Adam Teece
QOTD: I really liked the Yard Dog Red 2006. It was full of strawberry though so some people might not like it. It could be because I am very new, but for $8 it is hard to beat with my current palate. http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=37728
October 11, 2008

Brandon
Last one I had.. The Wolftrap Syrah/Mourvedre/Viognier Blend from South Africa! Delish for 10 bucks!
October 11, 2008

bayouwino
Michael and David Petit Petit. Big wine, great label.
October 11, 2008

Keith
I liked the Gabbiano Chianti (white label), just a simple pleasure.
October 11, 2008

Darcey and Cliff
ERG … COOL! Economy recommendation group! We like it! The videO stopped just be4 your great QOTD, so … we dunno what it was.

As you have had us drinking better and better wine (YET ANOTHER thank you for that) we ALSO want shows that showcase $20-$30 wines that show better (bring more thunder; e.g. the Mayers Grenache we so enjoyed, the Tensley wines, etc.) than their $50-$80 counterparts as THESE are the wines that Darcey and I look for for special occasions, weekends, and the like. Don’t get me wrong, we STILL want and NEED the $12-$15 value-driven high QPR wines, BUT we want some recommendations for the $20-$30 groups as well. Mid-priced recommendations = MPRs.

Thanks, as always … you are still our wine hero!
October 11, 2008

ChiroGuyDC
QOTD: I love Cycles Gladiator Merlot, $13.99 and worth it!
October 12, 2008

Kezza
QOTD: The 2006 Galus Costieres Du Nimes rocked me! http://winelibrary.com/reviewwine.asp?item=39979 I think it was featured on free.winelib recently. So good, I might just have to order some more soon
October 13, 2008

MannyPants
Thorn-Clarke Shiraz
October 13, 2008

Janik
Great wines under $13 I had lately:

white:
Biegler, Rotgipfler Ried Satz 2006 (Austria). Unique and autochtonous varietal that combines new world fruit with old world elegance. Great nose, full-bodied, 88 points from me. At $11 an awesome value.

red:
Chateau Pierrail, Bordeaux Superieure 2004 (France): a smooth and delicate Merlot dominated Bordeaux, that is drinking extremely well right now. 88 points from me. About $13. Great Bordeaux value.
October 13, 2008

Tom
Tonight, I tried Stonecap Cabernet 2004 from Columbia Valley, WA, just bought at the PA LCB for $7. Color is just starting to amber, nose has a touch of pomegranate and tar, medium/light body with flavors of vanilla and cocoa bean, short finish.

I suspect this is a closeout price on a wine that won’t age well much longer, but drinks like a bargain now.
October 14, 2008

Andrew D
Thanks Gary

In Hong Kong my two favourite under US$13 wines are

Mont Tauch Fitou (http://www.mont-tauch.com/)- the whole range is exceptional value.
Peter Lehmann Barossa Semillon (http://www.peterlehmannwines.com.au/) – Barossa ledgend and maker of outstanding wines. Barrosa Semillon is one of Australia’s under-rated bargains.

Both are commercially avaliable and both are excellent.

Cheers
Andrew
October 14, 2008

wannaBconnoisseur
Value wines can be hard to find!

Q-Had a Cotes du Rhone that was quite good, forget the name, sorry.
October 14, 2008

Dan-o
Good show! I am going to have to try and find that Spanish white.
I have had the Pillar Box on several occasions and in several different vintages, I can’t keep it in the house ling because my wife drinks it all up. It has great parents – Henry’s Drive which makes a standard and reserve wine – real good stuff.

QOTD – I had a Cotes du Rhone recently that was fairly decent for the price, it was either the Perrin, or the Chapoutier.
October 16, 2008

Harry
Well, nothing great under $13 in the last month, but I had two favorite $13 wines last year – Tres Picos 05 (the 06 is a bit sweeter and not as appealing to me) from Boraso Spain, and Gruet, my favorite everyday sparkler. Normally both are around $15, but you can find for $13 if you try.
October 17, 2008

Matthew L
I’m just catching up on episodes. Great show. Given the market’s nose dive, value/economy wines are always good to have in the stable.

QOTD: Mas de Guiot Grenache/Syrah. About $8
October 18, 2008

TimCub
QOTD: Lately I’ve really been enjoying Torres Vina Brava 2007 Tempranillo, which my local grocery store carries for less than $8. I also really like Twin Vines 2007 Vinho Verde for $6, mainly because it’s got bubbles. I’m cheap that way.
October 21, 2008

YoungDave
QOTD: Trinitas 2005 Old Vine Cuvee, Contra Costa CA.
October 22, 2008

Kristen
Ahhhhhhh! The Oak Monster!!!!!! He’s one scary dude- I had a scary experience just recently too…I feel your pain.

QOTD: I’ve had a lot since being in France, even with the euro- dollar exchange. Wine is so inexpensive here that it’s even cheaper than Coke!
October 29, 2008

Logan
Hey Gary cool show, keep up the value stint!

QOTD: Being in Japan it’s tough to find good wines for cheap- it often seems like you need to start around 1600-2000 yen (~$15-$19) to get anything serious; however I was pleasantly surprised by the 2006 Montes Alpha Chardonnay from the Casablanca Valley in Chile, which set me back only 880 yen; my girlfriend loved the acidity and spiciness- definitely not your run-of-the-mill Chardonnay- and the substantial weight and heat on the back end slayed me (unlike you I’m a sucker for the heat!).
October 30, 2008

MattUD
Felt the same way about the Pillar Box red, not amazing, but at least it didn’t break the bank.
November 3, 2008

Ryan Mullins
Hacksaw Jim Duggan!!!! One of the best analogies I’ve heard in a really long time! Braves were everyone’s team in the early 90’s because of the worst to first years. I had those holograms on everything!

QOTD: Under $13 steal! Antis Malbec from Mendoza! I had a bottle of 02 Neal the night before I tried the Antis and it really had many of the qualities the Neal was showing. I did allow the Antis to open up for about 6 hours before drinking it. Dark Fruit wrapped in the smell of a forest after a hard summer rain, really well integrate oak, and long chained silky tannin. The Neal was much more balanced and complete but its still hard to justify the 500% price difference.

Keep up the good work Gary!
November 4, 2008

Ray Barnes
Another excellent episode. First of all having seen Episode 552 I was very intrigued to see Gary’s remarks about the Anne-Francoise Gros Pommard and that he liked it – since I have purchased a 2002 Vosne-Romanee Aux Reas by the same producer, and that wasn’t cheap either.

I am definitely going to look out for that first Spanish wine – sounded great.

QOTD – the 2005 Chateau Pech-Latt from Corbieres and (I hope this is right) 2005 Chateau St. Eulalie La Liviniere from Minvervois. Both wines were blends of syrah, grenache, mourvedre, and carignan, and priced at $12.50 since southern French wines are a tough sell (both 50% off). Too bad, they were both worth their original price. Nice and warming, lots of structure and fruit, complexity, and great with hearty food (in this case minestrone soup). When it gets cooler outside, it’s hard not to love a nice full-bodied red wine.
November 11, 2008

yowens
Solid
December 8, 2008

dcpatton
Trying the 2006 Pillar Box Red now. It is ok. For less money, I might go with a 2007 Anakena Carmenere from Chile. I’m still searching for a good full-bodied red that is under $10.

http://twitter.com/dcpatton
January 23, 2009

Dessert Wine Nerd
Thanks for trying to bring some value once again to the show. I know its something I need to look into even though I dont mind dropping $50 on a bottle. Too bad it was a 1-4 day. We’ll call the one hit a walk-off home run so everyone is happy. QOTD: Dont recall drinking too many wines under $13 recently. I still need to start catalouging the wines I drink.
February 16, 2009

Mike P
I had a Chateau Bonnet (Entre-Deux-Mers blanc) the other day for $10.59: 50% SB, 40% Semillon, 10% Muscadelle. It brought a little thunder, just a flash– not too complex but solid and easy-drinking like the Martin Codax Albarino is.

Still working my way through old episodes! When are you coming out to Sonoma next?
August 2, 2009

Phil G
GV – just tried the Godello and agree, it is delicious! Thanks for the recommendation…
August 15, 2009

Mikeeeee
BRING MOT BACKKKKK
October 18, 2009

Sean
You can get pretty decent Rieslings for under seven dollars in Seattle and Tacoma. They’re all from the Columbia Valley. The better ones you have to actually go East to get in Chelan AVA and other smaller craft oriented vineyards. Its a shame more people don’t grow them in Puget Sound AVA, though the few efforts are promising. Check it out!