Pomerol Wine Tasting In My NYC Apartment

Pomerol Wine Tasting In My NYC Apartment – Episode #642

March 12, 2009

Gary Vaynerchuk can’t make it into the office so he tapes a show from his home and uses a few Pomerol wines from his cellar.

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2001 Chateau Petit Village Pomerol
2003 Chateau Gazin Pomerol

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March 13, 2009

Jigger
Good quick hit episode with laid back vibe that didn’t cancel out the “thunder” factor . . . that being said, all the good was undone by a QOTD which included the words “american idol” (unless that was simply an attempt on your part to humanize yourself in the eyes of those Vaniacs already at the alter). Peace.
March 13, 2009

ktf
Liked the change in format and I am looking forward to the barbeque episode. Also, a shout out to Mott!! He is the one behind the seens that make all this possible. Thanks

Ken
March 13, 2009

Kittysafe
Beverly:

Best temperature to keep wine :

The ideal temperature to keep wine is between 50 and 57°F (10 and 14°C)

Wine needs a constant temperature all year round to mature.

A fridge is not a suitable place to keep wine as vibrations will destroy some of its components.

Recommended temperature for chilling wine:

* Red wine: 55-60°F / 12.7-15.5°C
* White wine: 49-56°F / 9.5-13.3°C
* Rosé wine: 49-51°F / 9.5-10.5°C
March 13, 2009

my2cents
Looking forward to trying Pomerol because I can’t remember ever having any.

Gary, I have to agree with some, that in general tv is not worth watching and the “reality” type shows are just a cheap way to produce, and pawn off as worthwhile, shows that are really a waste of time. Just think how much you can do in that hour! TV reduces your productivity.

Some advice for a soon to be parent, Gary please keep the tv off for the first few years of your child’s life. Get down on the floor and play and read to your child everyday! Watch clouds and bugs and animals not the big glass nipple.

We watched tv for children when my son was 1-3 years old. We noticed that it reduced his attention span and created problems when it was time to turn it off. It is also pretty un nerving to see your child stare blankly at the screen with their mouth hanging open and brain on “hold”. It was suggested to us that we remove media from the equation and after taking the advice we noticed a complete change. Maybe not the choice everyone would make but when you put your child’s mental and physical health first you see that there really is no place for TV. It can be a great “baby sitter” but at what cost in the long run. Studies have been showing that tv slows down brain function and many other effects thought of as negative.

Get outside and discover the amazing world we live in first hand. Like tasting dirt, flowers and leather you can learn way more from the experience if you are part of it and not just watching.

One last thing, just because you love sports doesn’t mean your child has too. Give them time and room to discover what they enjoy and if it isn’t the same as you then rejoice in the individual you have helped create.
March 13, 2009

Pamela Frank-Hall
New to this scene (not to wine but to this show). Love it!!
March 13, 2009

Neil
I liked this abbreviated Flip Ep better than yesterday’s show.

QOTD: I LOVE Pomerol. Merlot done right ROCKS. I popped a bottle of ‘03 La Gay when a friend of my wife, Elaine, visited and it blew away an ‘04 Pichon Baron.

Regarding American Idol, never watch it and/or Dancing With the Stars either, although I did see the Woz push the envelope last week when I was channel surfing.

Speaking of TV shows, Gary I always thought you could fit in on a LOST show in some hatch on the island tasting Dharma Merlot with Desmond.
March 13, 2009

Richard Arblaster
Hey Gary,

Another great episode, It must be nice not having to drive to work.

As for your QOTDs, I can’t answer either.

However I do have a question for you. Who is the best wrestler out there right now?
March 13, 2009

Scottie P
Gary,
Thanks for taking the time for a quick episode and a mini glimpse at you personal collection!

QOTD1: I can’t say I know anything about Pomerol, but I will certainly keep an eye out for it on the store shelves (damn you PA).

QOTD2: As much as I would love a shot at some free WLTV schwag, I can’t bring myself to guess at a winner. Reality TV is horrible and I don’t watch any of it! It has ruined TV and added to the slow decay of our society.
March 13, 2009

Paryb
great show Gary!

QOTD1: every Pomerol I’ve ever had hammered a sense of terroir into my head with a sledgehammer. If someone needed to understand what wine nerds mean by “tasting” the location, IMHO they should try Pomerol.

QOTD2: I’m thinking Adam Lambert is going to take first prize. I think though he will also be “saved” by the judges in Three or Four weeks.
March 13, 2009

Bill The Wrist Watch Freak
QOTD1: Never tried it.

QOTD2: Danny Gorkey – HANDS DOWN!!!
March 13, 2009

Sarno
QOTD 1:Had some Pomerol, like the varietal quite well. But then again I like all French wine. Hope to retire there someday and buy a vineyard!

QOTD 2: Danny Gokey KILLS it! He will win for sure, if he doesn’t then America got it WRONG!

Next time, how about a little tour of Castle Vaynerchuk!
March 13, 2009

Rob Vrabel
Gary, great show! You crack me up and always keep me coming back to watch.
March 13, 2009

D-Cos-And-It-Don't-Stop
Great episode. As a mid-20’s, former CKC, on a just slighty above CKC wine budget, I have a very small collection of wines I’m saving. And I hate it when you open a wine from the collection and it doesn’t live up to expection. (i.e. 2003 Laetitia Single Vineyard ‘La Colline’ Pinot Noir, cost $60, cellared for 2 years and was very disappointing).

QOTD #1, I’ve only had one Pom and enjoyed. Once my wine budget grows, I plan on trying more French Bordeauxs and Burgs, but for right now I can only afford the Rhones. Much better QPR.

QOTD #2, Danny Gokey.
March 13, 2009

winefarmer
Gary,

I wonder what wines the “Polish Hammer” would drink?
March 13, 2009

Lb in KS
QOTD…. i have to admit… I don’t watch that at all. Scratch that, I DO watch the first few eps at the begining of the season, just to watch the crashes. After that, I’m gone. So I’ll guess, contestant # 3?
March 13, 2009

grrrpor
seems like I should go drink the 99 Gazin that’s in my cellar right now.
March 13, 2009

Brian Thomas Clark
Hey Gary,

Never had a Pomerol (to my knowledge), but that will change now. I’ve read about the region a bit in the past, and it sounds like, due to its relatively small area and the size of their vine acreage, that it would be a great place to visit. Sounds like it would have more a vintner family atmosphere with all of the wineries being small producers.

Anyway, great show, I’ll have to pick one up now if i can find one under $40!

Oh, and I don’t watch Idol (GASP!).

Brian
March 13, 2009

winonino
good show. I also like the Pomerol wines. Right bank has been under rated by Americans for a long time. Would like to see a show on the new release 2007 Oregon Pinot Noirs
March 13, 2009

BF
Great show today. Never had a Pom. Have to cure that. As for Idol, the guy from MIlwaukee’s gonna win.
March 13, 2009

Barbara
QOTD1: I don’t believe I’ve ever had a Pomerol but am interested in trying one soon.

QOTD2: Top 2 will have to be Danny Gokey and Adam Lambert. I’m torn, I think Adam is too screechy so Danny is my #1 if I must pick one.
March 13, 2009

Steve S
GV,
Don’t let the negative comments about the Mezcal show get you down. I LOVED it. In fact, I wish you would do more shows like that (yes, I realize this is a wine show, but I have really enjoyed the spirit, beer and cheese shows you’ve done in the past).

QOTD #1 Never tasted a Pomerol. Will soon.
QOTD #2 Adam Lambert! No doubt about it.
March 13, 2009

Chuck Kozlik
Gary,
Nice episode on the pair of Pomerols – - I was curious about your glassware – - what brand glasses were you tasting from? I liked them.

Keep up the good work – - love the show’s recent renaissance!
Chuck
Washington, DC
March 13, 2009

oscar falcón lara
Nice little video format. Flip cams are fun. BTW, the yellow flowers behind you look great.

QOTD1: I like the nice roundedness of pomerol , meaning the astringency is there and the smell is there and the aftertaste is just lovely wood/fruit driven, but they tend to be expensive wines given the company they keep. Chateau Rouget comes to mind, around $37 US.

QOTD2: Absolutely no idea who will win american idol. Don’t watch the show unfortunately so I can’t asses an educated guess.
March 13, 2009

Phil G
Have a good trip, GV!

Like right bank wines, but haven’t had many Pomerols due to the high prices.

I would guess that Allison Iraheta will win this year…
March 13, 2009

Felipe
GV – American Wine Idol. I have been comparing my palate to yours by tasting the same wines you review and I am finding that we have similar preferences. That said, I think I will pass on Pomerol, at least for the time being.