A Wine Tasting with Jancis Robinson

A Wine Tasting with Jancis Robinson – Episode #568

October 30, 2008

Today Gary Vaynerchuk welcomes wine legend Jancis Robinson to the show.

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“It was a great idea!! although we can read a lot from Jancis, I don’t …” by Carlos Valenzuela
“i have a crush on jancis now….” by hollisdevillo
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Wines tasted in this episode:

2007 Argyros Estate White AssyrtikoOther Greek White Wine
2006 Ridge Geyserville RedSonoma Red Zinfandel
La Guita ManzanillaSpanish Sherry

Links mentioned in today’s episode.

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November 1, 2008

Austin Johnson
Amazing episode, Jancis was an incredible guest, and I was thrilled to hear her talk well about American wine.

She also looks amazing for her age as well… Hey Mott, link my e-mail up to her… lol.
November 1, 2008

Ali Amidi
In my perception this was a great idea. I think it is very important not to dichotomize the wineworld as it is seen done too often these days (e.g. new world vs. old world, oak vs. non-oak ect.). We’ve got so much too learn from each other, so teaming up with seems to me the only right way to “change the wineworld” – we need to take into accaount the past, the present and the future in order to develop the wineworld in a fruitful way- by doing so we will avoid such destructive antagonisme.
Thanks for the great show
November 1, 2008

Capt M
A heart-felt note of appreciation and gratitude for this episode. It is epic and historical. It is a valuable treat to us vayniacs, and a well deserved distinction for WLTV and our Gary. Thanks Gary; thanks Jancis. I enjoyed this episode one bit at a time. Jancis does not look old at all (the power of wine drinking and enjoyment).

QOTD: I love this QOTD; very smartly put. Yes, my dear, respected and admired Jancis, you chose well in coming, for it is not only fun (what is life without a little bit of fun?), but also this is a group of wine friends (Vayniacs) who will largely benefit from your presence, and will thank and appreciate your kindness in coming. Besides that, Gary is a young, revolutionary, fun, and very honest man, who self made, is becoming a reputable authority in wine, in this new century. I see him as a generational relief for people like you and Robert Parker. I really, really appreciate this episode featuring you. This is Carlos Mata speaking from the Republic of Panama, just so that you know that you were seen not only in the United States of America. God bless you dearly.
November 1, 2008

Murso
As mandatory and thoroughly comprehensive the wonderful Oxford Guide is, I felt a special, secret knowingness when I enjoyed Janis’ book on varietal identification. Cheers, Jan.
November 1, 2008

mike
Great show. You should be on cable. How does “The Wine Channel” sound.

By the way for the crowd. two great wines I’ve recently had. 2005 Clos Del Echo
& Montpertuis 2005 CDP. Encourage you to showcase….
November 1, 2008

Kevin Causey
QOTD: absolutely a good idea to do the show. When is sharing your wealth of knowledge to thousands of wine wannabes a bad idea? You were articulate, smart, and communicated brilliantly.

Gary, kudos to you for letting Jancis shine through in the interview. Since you’re the “talent” for WLTV and literally carry the show every day, it’s good to see you exercising restraint and giving Jancis all the room she needed to demonstrate her legend status in the industry.

great show….
November 1, 2008

Jared Pondelik
QQTD: It was a great idea.

Great show Gary. I think you and Janice did a great job. Thanks for everything.
November 1, 2008

ChrisR
QOTD: Fantastic idea! I love it when Gary has someone so crazy knowledgeable about the whole wide wine world. I’m gleeful that Ridge was brought to the table for this episode. I agree 1000% with both of your comments about how amazing the Ridge people are. Visiting the Lytton Springs Ridge winery was the highlight of my Napa/Sonoma trip, and I think my closet full of there wine reflects how highly I thought of the people and the product at Ridge. I love that they put so much info on their labels. They are so cool!
November 1, 2008

hasbeen
QOTD: It was a great idea.

What a fascinating and brilliant guest. Definitely needs to replace the Cramer episode on the right side of the page under favorite episodes.
November 1, 2008

Drew M.
QOTD: Jancis…this was a great idea.

Mott…Link It Up—————–>RIght above Cramer
November 1, 2008

vinosseur
Gary and Jancis!

Nice to see the best wine writer (ever) on your show! It was a pleasant surprise! Just wish there was a part 2, 3 etc.. I respect her palate tremendously!

Great episode… You are a lucky man Gary

QOTD: I think it was a good idea to come on the show because “New World” wine people need to hear a little “Old World” wine knowledge. And who better than to talk about the Old World than Jancis.
November 1, 2008

Keith
Fabulous Fabulous Fabulous Show, Best in a long time

QOTD: For us it was a grand idea, please do it again
November 1, 2008

Jeff R
Fabulous show … this is one show for the classic archives.

She was a fabulous guest and a great person to be able to get on your show.

QTD – Yes, I agree with others (as I’ve scanned the comments), I feel it was well worth it to go on the show. Thanks for appearing!
November 1, 2008

TennSom
great episode, much respect for Ms Robinson and all her tedious work to bring us one of the best all inclusive texts to date, as well being very personable and more than willing to share…keep it up Gary, i think you have aimed for the stars with these last weeks episodes

QOTD: May not have been a good or bad idea but we are glad you came
November 1, 2008

Susan
QOTD: YES, YES it was a FABULOUS idea for Gary to invite you to be a guest on WLTV!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE BEST idea!!!!!
November 1, 2008

Cabrilla
QotD: ZOMG, EPIC WIN!

The sole downside is for Gary. While his audience could be demanding in the past, he has the Herculean task of meeting our now abjectly impossible, high expectations for future shows. ^_^
November 1, 2008

Ohio Bruce
QOTD: An absolutely fabulous idea to share your knowledge and passion. Thank you!
November 1, 2008

Susan
Gary & Chris- FABULOUS episode!!!! Really great guest!!! I just am upset that I did not know much about her before she was on your show!!!!
November 1, 2008

DAve A
This was the best intellectual show! Born 1975? ghez.

Very good banter on the smells and tastes.

QOTD: Glad you came onto this show, Ms. Robinson. There are not snobs, only snobby people. You are a nice person. Loved it!
November 1, 2008

Tom Langan
Gary – Since we have the same birthday, and you announced your birth year on this episode, I calculated that you were born on a Friday.

Friday’s child is loving and giving, which you truly are.

Great episode
November 1, 2008

karlkons
Good decision! And what a fine show again – thanks!
November 1, 2008

A. Kohli
Hands down one of the best shows ever. Awesome!
November 1, 2008

ian
QOTD: Jancis….. you absolutely made the right choice. Your insight was awesome, thanks for making the trip over the pond. Hopefully you will come back again. I will certainly check out your website, I have always enjoyed your video series.

Thanks again for the a great show. Might crank some sherry this weekend.

GV – Buffalo who? Let’s see how creative Farve gets tomorrow.
November 1, 2008

Micha
Wow! Can’t believe it. Jancis Robinson? OMG!! Gary, you made it. Huge respect coming to wltv.

PS) A second spitbucket would be a good idea
November 1, 2008

BigBoy Nugent
This was an AMAZING episode. You do not know how many times I was smiling. Jancis was your best guest by FAR (besides your brother AJ haha).

QOTD: Of course this was a great idea.