An Italian Varietals Wine Tasting and a Special Guest

An Italian Varietals Wine Tasting and a Special Guest – Episode #686

June 8, 2009

Today Gary Vaynerchuk explores 3 Italian varietals that are planted in the United States and has a very,very,very,very special guest too!

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Wines tasted in this episode:

2005 Rosa D’Oro Barbera
2005 Due Vigne Dolcetto
2007 Andrew Will Annie Camarda

Links mentioned in today’s episode.

461 Responses

June 8, 2009

Jay
WOO-HOO! Best guest to date!

Hello I’m Gary “haven’t slept in a week” Vaynerchuk

Mega-congrats, GV!!
June 8, 2009

the lurk monster
top ten?
June 8, 2009

the lurk monster
congrats the baby don’t “crush it” haha
June 8, 2009

dc7
Everyone needs a good vacation!
June 8, 2009

Lawrence Leichtman
Welcome Mischa. She had her WLTV debut but didn’t seem to like most of the wines. Same as daddy. My sunshine is our granddaughter who we just played with this weekend.
June 8, 2009

JS
YES. I LOVE IT. YOU ARE SIMPLY THE MAN, G-V. THANK YOU FOR BEING WHO YOU ARE!

LOVE YOU MAN,
JEFF S
June 8, 2009

dc7
I remember when Mott didn’t even like wine now he cries when you don’t pass the glass.

Congrats!
June 8, 2009

jason
coooooool!
top 10 on the big day too
June 8, 2009

Brian Johnson
Gary,
Congrats and great episode. My cousin had some complications with her pregnancy and had to deliver this morning six weeks early, but so far everything seems to be ok considering the circumstances. But the theme of the episode definitely tied in well with the atmosphere here today.

QOTD: My wonderful wife who I haven’t seen in 6 weeks, but will be flying to see on Wednesday.
June 8, 2009

Rob Dougan / La Peira
Congratulations!!!!
June 8, 2009

JasonA
LOVED THE GUEST! She is precious!! Thanks for sharing her with us.

MY sunshine? My son. 2 going on 3. Best thing in my life!!

Congrats to you Gary.

jason
June 8, 2009

castello
You are my sunshine today! Except when you bash Cali Barbera by only giving it 88 points for only 18 bones. I challenge you to find any Barbera that makes you smile like that one did for 18 bills.
Welcome back! We missed you. Beauty of a kid. Does the diaper smell like a big Burgundy?
June 8, 2009

Orion S.
Awesome!!! She is so adorable! You could’ve just skipped the wines in this episode. You know, they say you’re not supposed to stare at the sunshine, but I can’t think of anything better.

QotD: My wife, Laura, without a doubt.
June 8, 2009

Orion S.
PS – We missed you, man.
June 8, 2009

tcatjo
Oh Gary, she is sooo beautiful! It brought tears to my eyes. I am so proud for you guys but you had better watch out because she stole the show. Family is my life and love. Keep little Misha safe and we hope to see more of her as she grows.
June 8, 2009

Armond
Gary,

Misha is beautiful. My sunshine is, without a doubt, the wife and kids. Professionally, I’ve really been getting into the Web 2.0 marketing lately. I’m helping friends who have their own businesses improve their inbound marketing through better social networking through community involvement both in person (networking events) and on the web through blogs, podcasts, twitter, LinkedIn. It’s an exciting time we live in.

I am partial to anything from Italy. Is there any decent Barolo or Barbaresco made in the U.S.?
June 8, 2009

Mike
Great episode.

Best Italian varietal I have had outside of Italy is La Cetto Nebbiolo from Baja California. It is no barolo, but it is good. (and only $12 in Mexico)

Sunshine= my 4 yo daughter Sofia
June 8, 2009

Eric Z.
Welcome back — great to see you in the driver’s seat again.

Would love to see you do a tasting of Lake County Cabernets sometime. I’ve had a few good ones (Girls in the Vineyard, Wild Hog).
June 8, 2009

sam
CONGRATS MAN! ALL THE BEST WISHES FOR THE FAMILY!

I knew something was up after 3 or 4 days without any news from WLTV. Some awesome news as you have shared with all of us. (Love the t-shirt by the way!)

You’ll be a great father I’m sure! All the love and passion you have for what you do will only be manifold for the new ray of sunshine in you life.

QOTD: life itself is my sunshine!
June 8, 2009

jason
A. ok, that t shirt is f’in hilarious!
B. you look like a daddy now cause you have the glow and the eyes that say my baby does not sleep at night : )
C. i think you taped this episode while your wife left the house cause she would kill you if she were home telling you to stop thinking about work : ) welcome to daddyhood

qotd – i just came back from venice (italy) with my 3 1/2 year old victor. it was his first time in the homeland and it just made so happy. he is my sunshine, but going on this trip together was sunshine after 3 months of grey skies. + now he loves calamari

hold in there gary
peace
June 8, 2009

xavier
welcome back…and best guest ever ofcourse
June 8, 2009

Al
Congratulations on your new addition and thank you for knocking out an episode between changing diapers. I’m a Paediatrician and a father of three girls so email me if you have any questions. You never never know.
June 8, 2009

Dr T in NC
QOTD — lots of good things in my life, but no ’sunshine’
June 8, 2009

Jen Harris
I noticed that you still have your hospital bracelet on. Very cute.
Thanks for not editing in any way…welcome to the “working parent” club.
-jen
@jenharris09
June 8, 2009

KAHUNA
Nice to see you- Hollywood. Backlighting fool!
June 8, 2009

Ohdoctah
Shes awesome and I love babies with hair.. they look more human! and Leiyah Summer Stone is my sunshine! http://leiyah.com
June 8, 2009

Leora Israel
OMG Misha is sooo adorable! I’m available for babysitting any day or night.
June 8, 2009

Rob
Congrats! Seems like I’ve been waiting much longer than a week! Something weird about the t-shirt thought… not used to the look
June 8, 2009

KAHUNA
Are we allowed to breath in the same room with the Tool or do we have to wear masks-I hear all botles in the store must have the labels turned down or he wont sign.Can I wear my long overcoat to the signing?
June 8, 2009

Benoit Tremblay
Congrats Gary! It was a bit of a different show and was certainly refreshing. By the way, she totally stole the show

Welcome back and I wish you all the best!

Ben.
June 8, 2009

@billygadol
Wow, she has your hairline!

QOTD: My sunshine, Jack, just finished the 2nd grade. Time flies by Gary, enjoy every nano-second – Billy
June 8, 2009

@billygadol
Wow, she has your hairline!

QOTD: My sunshine, Jack, just finished the 2nd grade. Time flies by Gary, enjoy every nano-second – Billy
June 8, 2009

javajo
Ahh-h-h such sweetness.

QOTD:my daughter is definately my sunshine, but as I see her less and less(she turns 20 next week), my class brings sunshine to my life. I am a teacher who is enchanted by her kids. they’re great!!
June 8, 2009

Brandon M
Good to see you happy bro! Keep soakin it up.
June 8, 2009

Andrew D
Congratulations Gary

Fantastic to see your lovely child. You are obviously one very happy guy.

QOTD: Mate, life its self is so speciaol, so much to appreciate that it’s hard to single something out, suire there are amazing people (my parents, brother, Joey), but there’s so much good stuff out there.\

Anyway all the best with the baby
Andrew
June 8, 2009

r m kriete
Congrats Gary. My kids are 17 and 19, but it seems they were Misha’s age just a short while ago. Being with my kids, especially when they were little, has been the best part of my life. Rarely easy, but always memorable. Enjoy your growing family!
June 8, 2009

Linsey
Nice to see a dad multi-tasking work and kids – and on video no less. Well done and welcome back.
June 8, 2009

KAHUNA
Hey I tune in to get away from a crying baby- I mean who films a show with a crying-screaming baby!LOL! Nice work
June 8, 2009

purplejuicebruce
Best show EVER!! Best looking Vaynerchuk, of course I havn’t met Lizzy and I am a fan of European grapes grown in CA.
June 8, 2009

David T (@ONUMello)
QOTD: My sunshine is my fiancee who I am marrying in less than a year!!

I had a wine last night that I would have loved to see you do on the show- nose exactly like a latex glove- very unique! Has that ever been used?
June 8, 2009

Aaron Irizarry
Here is my Sunshine!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/magnacreative/3095616255/in/set-72157603525681460/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/magnacreative/3096457284/in/set-72157603525681460/
June 8, 2009

Shannon
1st: really glad you are back. it was only a week, but seemed like an eternity.
2nd: glad to hear baby mesh give her two cents. please have her on often.

QOTD: i guess it would have to be my pets and whenever i get a chance to do some baking.
June 8, 2009

Zach
Congratulations Gary!
Quite possibly the best guest on WLTV
QOTD: The band I am in
P.S first post on here…
June 8, 2009

Paryb
QOTD: My sunshine=my family!

Awesome show my friend, beautiful little girl and such a cool baby outfit!
June 8, 2009

Thomas Moore
Great to have you back! Your daughter is awesome.

QOTD ~ FAMILY!!
June 8, 2009

Derek F.
SOOOOOOO CUUUUUTE!!!! Congrats again on your wonderful new addition…you guys are so lucky. I wish all the best with your wonderful family Gary.

P.S. I LOVE Misha’s shirt
June 8, 2009

joe estes
she’s gorg bro, deepest congrats on your new life!
June 8, 2009

Larry R
Great show Gary and what a charming little guest! Congratulations!
This was an especially pertinent show for me because our little winery is about to bottle its first vintage which happens to be a Sangiovese.

QOTD – My wife and our vineyard no doubt.
June 8, 2009

bigpieps
She’s beautiful! She has more hair than you!
June 8, 2009

RANDI
GARY!!!!!!
MISHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!

As I said before, I couldnt have imagined her to be more precious!!
What a funny episode!!!!
I think Misha cried everytime she thought the Oak Monster was in the room!
hee hee

QOTD: I have a few rays of Sunshine!! They know who they are! But especially my niece and nephew… And I have something inside me, I was born with, that seems to fill me with love…

Love to you Gary, and sweet Misha…and Lizzie..
xoxox
June 8, 2009

Toby (DK)
WOW – when i heard the first hint of baby-noises coming from behind the scenes, my heart skipped for a moment and I thought: “WOW YES! Congratulations!”

QOTD: My big, wonderfully weird family, being with my friends when we “nerd it up” on the wine-scene and, I have to say,: wine in general!

Thanks for coming back strong with this episode – was really beginning to miss my daily dose of digital wine-enlightenment
June 8, 2009

Glen....winecrazy.com
WOW!!!!!!!! How cute is she!!!!! She is such a little bundle of joy. Unbelievable Homey. You did a great job. Congradulations!!!!

God bless her…!!!!!
June 8, 2009

Vinograf
Cool! Let´s all have babies! Congrats, Gary!
June 8, 2009

Lb in KS
THAT’S one proud Poppa..
June 8, 2009

Mike Best
Gary, thank you so much for this episode!!!! Please, please, please keep them coming.

You are a legend, all the best with the family
June 8, 2009

mike from howell
hey gary. i never comment but wow that is one cute baby. congratulations!

would it be possible for you to list the wines you’re going to taste in the episode prior. i’d love to taste the wines along with you as i watch. it would be a great interactive play.

congrats again.
June 8, 2009

Palmer
L’il Meesh is gorgeous! Congrats brother.

My sunshine is my wife, my friends, my family and the new experiences I have with them every day!
June 8, 2009

Adam J
Gary, watching you pause to go check on your little girl during the show had me smiling ear to ear. She is absolutely beautiful…and that outfit is amazing! Congratulations again to you and your wife!! I am holding my five month old right now and he is not only the sunshine, but the sun that makes everything else in this world shine as well. Thanks for the show!…it really does mean alot knowing how full your plate is right now. Take it easy, get some sleep!:)
June 8, 2009

Zino
Congratulations. Meesh is very beautiful. This is the first time I’ve seen bags under your eyes. You can start sleep training after six months, did it with both of mine and it works.

Italian varietals don’t adapt too well. . Other than Zinfandel, I’ve never been blown away by an Italian grape outside of the homeland. They don’t even exist much away from their localities within Italy, as it is very regional country where most have their own varietals and styles of food etc. Regional pride is big in Italy, whether or not this is cultural or geographical, I don’t know. Perhaps someone could shed some light on this ?

Sardinian wines have recently been a big revelation to me, please do a tasting of these one day.
June 8, 2009

Glen....winecrazy.com
PS…. How’s Lizzy?
June 8, 2009

Jay Campbell
So cool… Congrats.

QOTD: TBD
June 8, 2009

Joel M
Definitely a life changer. Congrats! Hope to see you in Saratoga this year at the track. Joel
June 8, 2009

yowens
Misha has ALOT of hair. I also haven’t had many italian varietals from the USA that were very good. QOTD: Jane, Tara, Maverick and Allison
June 8, 2009

Micha?
Piotr, Piotr is my sunshine. No doubt about it
June 8, 2009

gomestar
awesome episode, little Misha is adorable. Congratulations, Gary.

QOTD: wine. And family. And family with some wine.
June 8, 2009

guymandude
She’s adorable ,best to you and Lizzie.
Welcome back!
June 8, 2009

Michael J. Carrasquillo
Gary,

To one dad to another, THIS is my sunshine!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3398/3561523191_2c50763a95_o.jpg

Congrats & all the best to your family,

Michael J. Carrasquillo
June 8, 2009

Phil G
Welcome back, and HELLLLOOOOO Misha! Glad she made a guest appearance!

QOTD – Family and friends. I love spending time with the people that I care about most…
June 8, 2009

SurfCityJay
Nice wines… Your sunshine’s outfit was even BETTER!! congrats… and how’s the momma doing…?

QOTD: My son Jared…
June 8, 2009

John Farrin
I thought your guest today was a little more conversant on the show’s varietals than your usual CKC guests. See, it pays to get them from the better schools

QOTD: Grandson Johnny!
June 8, 2009

Say Hi James
WOW, awesome comeback show, and to build the baby suspense like that was incredible.

For a moment there, it looked like you had traded your wristband for a hospital bracelet.

QOTD… I have the same sunshine as you, but mine is names Maya… and she’s about 9 1/2 months older… never knew something so small could make me this happy.
June 8, 2009

Jo Diaz
When my first born was in my arms, I asked her dad, “Is this Katie Sunshine or Melanie Rainbow?”

He chose Katie Sunshine; and yes, I went to to also have Melanie Rainbow and then Lyla Lynn. (Lyla’s derived from the flower lily… flower child that she is.)

And, yes, those names were on their LEGAL birth certificates.

I understand your “Sunshine.” It’s a magical moment that grows up so fast, so enjoy each and every second!

Congratulations to you and yours. Cheers. –jo
June 8, 2009

Daithin
Congratulations! QOTD: BB
June 8, 2009

Candice O
@#$% the wine…Misha is gorgeous! congrats guys….
June 8, 2009

cgatesman
SO CUTE! Congrats to you and your wife, Gary!
June 8, 2009

Will Gosling
Gary, congrats! What an adorable guest. So glad everything went well and wish you nothing but happiness with the newest addition to the Vaynerchuk fam!

Interesting show, I’ve got some Cali italians I’m looking forward to trying soon, Sangio and Barbera from a recent stop at Mayo. Keep the content coming, but family comes first!
June 8, 2009

Keith Miller
My 16 year old daughter is my sunshine…She rocks the world !!!
June 8, 2009

Dominus
Ahhhhhhhh I am so honored you have brought us into your life and showed us the darling Misha! Yes, I can understand her being your “sunshine.”

it’s great to be home, reviewing wines and the little one just a few feet from you. Amazing.

Now back to the wines. My pet peeve as always, “Not Available”? Here’s someone to access of 50 million bottles and you choose ones not from your own crib?

As for Italian varietals, you’re right, it’s been more miss than hit. For the QPR, I go with the originals. Can’t beat ‘em.

Great show, yes, a classic. I loved the little shirt.

Thanks again Gary for sharing your precious little one with us.

QOTD: No contest, my son Randy.

Cheers and more cheers to the Vayner-clan.

Dom
June 8, 2009

Michael Wangbickler
Soooooo CUTE! Congrats to you and your family!
June 8, 2009

Andy and Edie in MT
So happy you could share Misha with us! Congratulations Gary and we’re so glad you have such a wonderful and precious new addition to the Vayner Nation!
June 8, 2009

urbwes
Wonderful!

qotd: Friends and Family.
June 8, 2009

exboy99
Misha!!!!!
June 8, 2009

Wil C
Dawesome episode G! I have seen that look on so many good parents that I know. You know the one where it looks like they are oblivious to everything else in the world but the exact tone and modality of the cry of their offspring? That’s the one right there in this video. It says quite a lot about your level of commitment to the show that you can go instantly back to rating wines with that organic encyclopedia most other people call a brain. Fantastic. Thanks so much for keeping the Thunder going.
June 8, 2009

Igor
No comment on the Daniel schuster show #1??? Comments?? Wht’s up. Congrats.
June 8, 2009

E. Christopher Clark
I love that onesie!

QOTD – My wife, my daughter, and my book (still in progress)
June 8, 2009

Tom Langan
QOTD – My “sunshine” first of all is my wife. After her come our beautiful four daughters. That is what life is all about.

Tom
June 8, 2009

LuvsChandon
Through the whole episode I was thinking Misha was waiting for her appearance before she could settle down, what a beautiful baby girl Gary!

I had a taste of the Due Vigne Dolcetto this weekend and loved it. Overall I find Dolcetto’s to be a lot more tannic than Barberas.

QOTD: My daughter, my first born still is my sunshine at 18, my son fills my heart up completely.
June 8, 2009

Colleen
Gary, When it comes to Live and Living it… You CRUSH it man, you’re awesome. Congrats again on your little bumpkin, she is precious! Bless ya my friend. -C
June 8, 2009

Marc-China Wine Tours
Totally adorable GV!! And that shirt is hilarious! Go ahead, harvest a few more vintages like this one
June 8, 2009

@leslieberg
wow…the end of your video actually made me tear up – my 17 & 14 year olds are MY sunshines (sang that song to them when they were born) – it touches me to see you so happy and Misha is an absolutel doll! congratulations to you on ALL of your success which most definitely includes your family =)
June 8, 2009

M
QOTD: family and friends! (and WLTV?!)

mazel tov
June 8, 2009

Sue Adler
Hey Gary, I’ll admit, I skipped through the whole wine part to get to the dessert. Misha is absolutely delicious! Mazel tov!
June 8, 2009

BobbyTiger
Speechless.
June 8, 2009

Jonathan Sharp
Congrats Gary!

What an awesome experience, my daughter turns 1 this Friday, I have no idea where this last year went!

Thanks again for BIGOmaha!
June 8, 2009

Neil
QOTD: My wife Julie and our beautiful daughter Chloe. It’s funny although not unpredictable that there already is WLTV baby schwag. With regard to the diaper “sniffy snif” I’ll give it a pass.
June 8, 2009

Katherine
Our sunshine is Vivian… remember her? The one who was developing her palate? She will soon have a special message for Misha! What a bundle of joy you have there, Gary. Life will never be the same… EVER.
June 8, 2009

Kevin K
QOTD: My wife. Congrats again Gary, I hope to be a father soon as well.
June 8, 2009

Kwana
That was way too much fun to watch. Loved your expression every time you looked over to that crib. Priceless. Congrats!
June 8, 2009

manonthemoon
Great show GV, best guest so far with little MV in the house.

QOTD: Family
June 8, 2009

rjcosme
Gary!
Congrats!!! She’s a cutie! Probably the greatest guest
QOTD – my little boy – Joaquin
Great to see you back.

Raffy
June 8, 2009

Kelly
Super daddy Gary way to go. I am loving the attention Misha is getting.

QOTD My Grandson’s
June 8, 2009

Doug from New Orleans
Congratulations! I know you will make a wonderful dad. It’s not about the money or the fame – its all about family. Misha is lucky to have you for a dad.

From one proud poppa to another.
June 8, 2009

steve garfield
Hi Gary,
I loved this episode. Just confirms what you’ve been saying, you don’t need all the professional equipment to make a great show.

Misha is so cute….
–Steve
June 8, 2009

Lisa Mattson
Love the tee shirt!

QOTD: My soul mate, thanks to Match.com. http://www.damonmattson.com
June 8, 2009

Enrique
Can’t say it enough Gary; CONGRATULATIONS!
What a true gift, blessing and joy!
Enjoy each and every day of her life.
What you do in the wine world is pretty amazing, but nothing will compare with what you will do an share with little MV.
Sincerely,
E.
June 8, 2009

Rafaela
Cute!!! Sweet! We wish you all the happiness. Greetings from Brazil!
Claudio e Rafaela
June 8, 2009

Julie
Yippee! Daddy Gary! Again, many blessings to you and Lizzie. First a photo of Misha on Twitter and now her first video appearance on WLTV. She is so precious. Here a toast to life!

QOTD: My husband of 25 years always makes me smile. Actually, his nickname for me is Sunshine. (We actually sing… “You are my sunshine”.. to our little Golden Retriever. I know, corny, but we were unable to have kids so the furry four-legged kind roam our home)
June 8, 2009

Renee aka @cutiebootycaes
She is adorable Gary! Simply beautiful. My sunshine is my little boy – he is two now but I remember the early days. Congratulations!
June 8, 2009

MBannon
Congrats Gary! Been looking forward to this episode for a while now. Beautiful baby, wonder where she gets that shock of black hair from???

QOD – Gotta be the kids, man.
June 8, 2009

Matt
Mate, we are absolutely stoked for you! It couldn’t happen to a nicer fella. Cheers to you, your lovely missus and to baby Misha.
June 8, 2009

Joe Po
Your baby is sooooo cute! Congratulations to the Vaynerchuk family!
June 8, 2009

Deano
GARY THIS EPISODE IS AWESOME!!!! Misha is a cutie and I love the shirt hahaha.

QOTD:
-The wifey and the pets (no kids yet lol)
June 8, 2009

Rob
Congratulations Gary. A beautiful baby. I wish you as much joy as my kids have brought me for the last 8 years….

QOTD…..I hate to be boring but my family.
June 8, 2009

Mark S.
Gary – Do all the wines get an extra couple of points now that Meesh is here?

QOTD – My son Gregory who is 8 weeks old.
June 8, 2009

Nick P
Gary,
Il suo bambino è bello. molta fortuna!
June 8, 2009

David
Congrats Gary! Little Misha is so awesome!
June 8, 2009

Bossman
Wow! Gary, congratulations! I knew you had it in you.

Plant a tree now and you may be able to get a stick big
enough to chase the guys away from that cutie when she
hits that age.

All the best to you and the fam, the little ones have a
way of putting things in perspective.

I just had to come out of hibernation when I heard the news.

Mazel tov!
June 8, 2009

Kelly Goff
I LOVE baby noises! Congrats again to you both! She is absolutely beautiful, and some newborns are not so cute, but Misha is a doll.

QOTD: of course my own two babies, who are now 4 and 6 years old! They grow WAY too fast…
June 8, 2009

*/^_^\*
hahah! excellent guest indeed.

qotd: sunsets. and thunderstorms.
June 8, 2009

LordNouda
Wow Gary, she looks exactly like you
Congrats again and many thanks for sending a note!!! You rule.

qotd: My girlfriend Maren who lives abroad now but she’s going to be with her for good in only 24 days. And my goddaughter Kristina, who’s star has just begun to rise, too.
June 8, 2009

Steve41602
Congrats to the V household on a beautiful new girl!!! She’s a cutie.

Can we look forward to seeing her on every episode? Let’s hope so.

QOTD:
My lovely wife of 28 years!!!
June 8, 2009

my2cents
Thanks for the thundering episode!

She’s a beautiful little one. Love the sniffy sniff tee.

You are looking good there for a new papa.

Missed seeing the show but it’s worth the wait.
June 8, 2009

RADV
Congratulations Gary! Best wishes to you and the family.

QOTD – my amazing 2.5 years old son and his wonderful superhero mom.
June 8, 2009

Scott EJ
Welcome back, G. Way to mix it up. You put a new meaning to the term multi-tasking.

Like yourself, I’ve not had much luck with the Italian varietals in the U.S. Nor, have I with the spanish.

QOTD: Wife, family, and friends.
June 8, 2009

Amy
qotd: my 3 boys & hubby
June 8, 2009

W. Miree
Congratulations, Gary!!!!! You definitely have your priorities in the right place.
June 8, 2009

rowland
Gary, SHOW US THE BABY, IM LIKE 2 MINUTES IN AND IM GOING TO EXPLODE IF YOU DONT SHOW US THAT BABY, O MY GOD COME ON!!!!!!!!!!!

and Yo what the heck is a kirsh royal? Kirsh is cherry, and Kir royal is cassis in champagne, so is a kirsh royal cherry in champagne? or are you just being lazy with the pronounciation.

also, I hate to call you out on such a special ocasion, but violots do not have a scent, you must be thinking of some other purple flower like lavander. but if you do have some sort of fragrant violot id love to have one.

OH MY GOD SHE IS BEAUTIFUL, YOUR SO FUCKING LUCKY IM SO JELOUS, ARG! congrats man. love, love, and more love.
June 8, 2009

victor
She’s got you wrapped around her finger! Loved 02:17 – 02:24. 7 seconds where
the Big GV is silenced. Never has this podcast seen such intense, focused, loving silence. Lovely baby.

QOTD Family, oxygen and light.
June 8, 2009

NY Pete
twitter this … http://www.time.com/time/business/article/0,8599,1902604,00.html?xid=newsletter-weekly
June 8, 2009

SoCal
QOTD: My wife, my son, and in 4 weeks my daughter. Congrats again she is very cute.
June 8, 2009

KT ward
Sorry it has been a long time since I have watched but thanks for sending out the email announcing this episode. Congrats on the kiddo – she is a cutie!
June 8, 2009

pawncop
1. You have been missed

2. Your child is precious

3. Good information regarding the wines

4. May God bless your new family and strenghten your union.

5. QOTD – my granddaughter and grandson.
June 8, 2009

NY Pete
speaking of Maynard, you don’t expect my 8 month pregnant daughter to wait on that frackin’ line, do you?
June 8, 2009

Kelly
Aawwwww, How awesome it must be to snuggle her and breathe in that baby aroma. In fact, the newborn poopies don’t have much smell….but that’ll change soon enough. You’ll be a terrific Dad. QOTD: Yes, it’s the family.
June 8, 2009

Kim G
Great show, Gary, really(!) and congrats!

QOTD: my dad, who is just recovering at the hospital. When he asked for an iPod, I knew he is on the right track.

BTW. Can we have some champagne tasting again? It’s about summer here
June 8, 2009

NY Pete
whoa … quoting the Talking Heads …
June 8, 2009

Michael Schoonmaker
Congratulations, Gary – Misha is quite lovely.

QOTD: The knowledge that there’s a beautiful lady out there who’s told the world that she’s willing to spend the rest of her life with me. She’s my sunshine.
June 8, 2009

Jaybird76
Great episode, glad you did Barbera… I had some on the cruise that made an impression and need to pick some up for a BBQ I’m having next week. Your descriptors on the first wine sound like a great pairing for some grilled ribs.
June 8, 2009

Edward Salonia
Welcome back, and congratulations! That shirt She is wearing is perfect.

Thanks for another good show.
June 8, 2009

Dhairya Mistry (DM)
Misha is so adorable very angelic. Congrats once again. Great show as always.
June 8, 2009

bob c
well, my SON shine, are my two boys, 23 and 25 and both doing fantastic in their own right..the older one which you got to meet at the boston wine expo…this IS the best time to be a parent…..just everything is so new and fresh….but I DO wonder…. how long before we get the poopy diaper smell..
June 8, 2009

Slushpuppy
Gary, your little ray of sunshine is soooooooo beautiful! She really takes me back to my own little one. It’s good to hear her cry; so healthy.
Smell it first. TR
June 8, 2009

MelbourneRob
congratulations again gary – she is even cuter in video form than she is in your twitter photo from yesterday.
LOVE the sniffy sniff slogan lol
my sunshine? right now, not a whole lot – going through a difficult time. my girlfriend and family would definitely be the rays shining through at the moment
June 8, 2009

NY Pete
hey Gary, believe it or not, I would wear that SNIFFY SNIFF thingy … you should do that up in tee shirts, the BLN’s would guarantee a sell out.
June 8, 2009

Art Insight TV
Awesome dude! Simply awesome. This is what it must have felt like for all the animals in the lion king waiting to see Simba. My sunshine — waking up extra early to sneak-a-peek at my wife Evelyn & daughter Sophia sleeping peacefully. A peaceful home is my sunshine.
June 8, 2009

MerryB
Barbera rocks!

More than a week after the event and you’re still wearing the hospital bracelet – I love that! Congratulations on your beautiful little girl.

QOTD: My 2 kids, of course – even though 1 is a teenage girl! You’ll see what I mean in 2022.
June 8, 2009

Eric
Congratulations again Gary. Of course you squeezed in an episode. Can’t say that I watched this one for the wine … was really just interested in seeing you as a dad.
June 8, 2009

Banknote
Great show Gary! I like how you kept us in suspense until the end! Well done, and Very cute!

Congrats!
June 8, 2009

sniffer
QTOD–My son Ocean, 2 yr old who has the world and his dad by the gotchya’s:)
June 8, 2009

Thiago A
Welcome back GV! Loving your lil baby!

See you soon!
June 8, 2009

NY Pete
QOTD … Joan … Jean … Kate … Elizabeth … Melissa … and Joan Frances … my wife and my daughters.
June 8, 2009

sharon
Congratulations! Welcome to the wonderful (fasten your safety belt) world of parenting. Your daughter is adorable. Hope you and your wife are getting a little sleep here and there.
qotd: What brings sunshine into my life? My funny husband and my wild children who are, yes, in their twenties but still my babies.
June 8, 2009

Brian Kaldenberg
Nice show.
June 8, 2009

Boozer
Great Show
Beautiful Daughter!!
Sunshine of my life my two girls, and I must say Gary you are in for some strange times as that wonderful little gal grows up!!!
June 8, 2009

Gerardo Ritchey
QOTD: Helping people make extra money. It’s amazing when a 15-20 minute conversation gives some someone a new sense of hope that they’ll make it through this economy. I get to live my passion, and the people I help don’t ever have to pay me a dime, a pair of billionaires do.

On a Wine related note. I seem to have taken quite a liking to Spanish whites. Any suggestions?
June 8, 2009

MikeyB
Congratulations!! Love the special guest, all the best for you and your growing family.
June 8, 2009

Pittsburgh Alex
Great to See you back. She is a beautiful girl and I love the shirt.

QOTD: My Parents
June 8, 2009

JenB
You look bright! It was so fun watching you get all teary eyed with little Mish. What a beautiful little girl! Again, thanks for the great show.

QOTD:My kids, my cats and my hubby
June 8, 2009

Misha Wilkinson
Gary – Cool name for your daughter – but then I’ve had to say that…I’m Misha from Misha’s Vineyard, in Central Otago, New Zealand! I think we’ll have to get you a bottle of our 2009 Misha’s Vineyard Pinot Noir to put down for the next 21 years – what do you think? Congrats anyway. Misha
June 8, 2009

MrTaz
Hey Gary,
We’ve missed you. Some excuse for taking a week off!
Great “Reality TV”. Pretty impressive that you can jump up to check on Misha and then come back to your thought without missing a beat. Addled brain syndrome hasn’t kicked in yet.
Misha is adorable, and quite the fashion plate.
Enjoy these years with your daughter. They go way faster than you can imagine when you’re in the midst of it all.
June 8, 2009

John Cannata
Gary – Congratulations! Your daughter is beautiful. Looks like she keeps you busy, but thats not a bad thing. I have two fantastic kids. They keep you going, thats for sure.
June 8, 2009

Chris F.
Congratulations!!!!
That is one beautiful baby!!!
I know everybody says that when they see babies but Misha really is beautiful.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the hard work you do to keep this show going!!I know you have a very busy life, and especially now that you have a baby,and I for one just really appreciate the fact you always find the time to give all us wine geeks a good show so thanks!!!!

QOTD: My ray of sunshine is my family,my friends and every waking moment I get in this world, including the bad ones,because without the bad how could we appreciate the good!
June 8, 2009

Brian Vanaski
She is so beautiful, thanks for having her on the show.

QOTD: My sunshine is my son Finn Vanaski.
June 8, 2009

Grant
Congratulations! Adorable baby. This will alter your space/time continuum.

QOTD: My sunshine (Tucker) turns one in 2 weeks, and I still have not wiped off the smile that was put on my face the day he was born.
June 8, 2009

Dillon
Hey Gary,

Life’s picked up so I haven’t been watching for the last few months (school and a girlfriend of 7 months) but your email calling in your viewers popped up on my new Palm Pre and I couldn’t resist checking back and seeing your new co-star.

Right now my sunshine is my girlfriend; life is 130% as vibrant now compared to when I didn’t have her. Love and good things are in the air everywhere.

Keeping rockin’ the wine world, GV.

Dillon
June 8, 2009

Dennis Miller
Congrats!!!! Girls are great(for awhile LOL) Good luck in those teen years! Love your show. Wish I lived closer to your store(have’nt visited yet). I’m in Bethlehem, Pa.
June 8, 2009

Joel
QOTD: Music is my life.

Also, I’ve never felt happier for someone. Your new addition may be the luckiest child in the world to have such a lovely father and mother. Much congratulations.
June 8, 2009

eagleputt
Did you print up Misha’s shirt before my reference to you sniffy-sniffying the diaper in the last episode’s comments Gary?? Just saying, I’m wondering who was quicker on the draw…

Misha’s a doll. end of story.

QOTD – My wife and three kids. and my two dogs.
June 8, 2009

Meg
I don’t think I’ve ever commented here before, but I have to say, Misha is gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous. Wow, Gary — you are a lucky man. Blessed, really.

My sunshine, on a similar note, is my Gradon, and soon to be his son, too. Getting a ready made family is kind of magic.
June 8, 2009

Kiira
I have tears in my eyes as I write up this comment! Misha is an absolute angel and I find it so inspirational to see how enthusuastically, admirably, and lovingly you have assumed your new role while continuing to deliver the same Gary Vay-ner-chuk we’ve all grown to know and love. Hats off to you and Lizzie! I look forward to seeing more of the “new” you on Wine Library TV along with the new greatest little guest.

QOTD: Feeding my loved ones a fabulous homecooked meal (along with fabulously delicious wine) is the epitome of my sunshine.
June 8, 2009

hugh
How friggin’ cute……who cares about the wines….
June 8, 2009

John
Best guest ever! And by far the most adorable.

QOTD: Dad’s who love their children.
June 8, 2009

Pappy Ralph
Congratulations to you and your wife,,, That is one cute kid!!
I have three sons so I can’t relate to the girl thing,,, My sunhine is my wife,, She’s the best of everything..
Thanks for being passionate about life, you are a great inspiration to a lot of people.
June 8, 2009

Car0lyn
What a cutie – she’s a nice head of hair!!

QOTD – Family. period.
June 8, 2009

oscar falcon lara
Welcome Back Gary!
How wonderful it is to see you so happy with your sunshine, I’m sure I will also see it that way when ( and if ) I have children of my own.

QOTD: for now, my sunshine would be my girl Marcela and my career, but as I said I’m sure that will change when we have children of our own.

Italian varietals are tricky, and there was some talk about that on an early WLTV. I remember trying one Nebbiolo from LA Cetto that I thought it would suck but to my surprise it was amazingly well rounded, tanic and fruity. Goes to show You never can tell.
June 8, 2009

Ashman
QOTD: My wife and kids. Hands down. Personally, though, I prefer rainy days… always have.

Nice show. Good to see you back in action. Congrats again on the new family member. She’s a sweetie.
June 8, 2009

mario
congradulations to you and your wife…..i will have to talk to you to have the recepie to produce a baby girl….i have 3 boys yet and hope for a girl…..
June 8, 2009

Paul Bouton
Great show. I had a primitivo from CA (Lodi) a couple of months ago that was quite good.

Your baby daughter is absolutely beautiful, congratulations.

Paul
June 8, 2009

Jared G
Yaaaaay Gary V! Congratulations papa!
June 8, 2009

LisaPeacea
I didnt hear a word you said, just waited to see her. And wow, how very precious life is. You are already a great dad.
QOTD: My kids and grandkids, makes all the rest worthwhile.
June 8, 2009

TROC
What a Great looking baby! Congratulations! My sunshines are my Grandkids, Allie and Claire along with my Wifey and Sons and Daughter and all of the rest of the Tribe. Thank you Gary! For all the education you’ve given out. I can proudly say, I’m a 3rd degree Black Belt from the Vaynerchuck Sambo Dojo, and can kick any wine snob’s pretentious ego, anytime!
June 8, 2009

blon
can’t believe you made us wait 12min to see her! she is adorable beyond belief!

happy birthday sunshine!

my sunshine’s are my own kids. my son is now 6′4″ and has gained 15 pounds after college freshman year to reach a grand total of 150lbs! my daughter is a bundle of pure joy. a true heart.
June 8, 2009

Tom Mok
Congratulations. That’s a cute little baby. I love her shirt. Let’s give that diaper a sniffy sniff. It will give new meaning to “poop action” in wine noses.

QOTD: My family brings sunshine every day.
June 8, 2009

Mott The Hoople
Yo Gary,

Been a lurker since double digit episodes and only missed a handful. Said I would write in with a comment when you were so ticked at a wine that you threw it at the camera. That’s never happened as far as I know. You came close a couple of times by being so appalled that you dumped bottles out in the bucket and even on the table but never right at the camera. Obviously, you had me LMAO dozens of times but undoubtedly the funniest thing you ever did was the Gastineau sack exchange dance around the crate!

Anyway, had to give you props today because you deserve it. As you’ve said, you’ve done better with Misha than anything else.

Thanks for all the content. Great job.
June 8, 2009

elron
Very Special Episode Gary! Didn’t really watch for the wines. My wife and I watched and cracked up when you said “Coming little Mish!” And then in unison we both were like AWWWW when you panned on your “Sunshine”.

Again, we are both happy for you and Lizzie on your Little Baby Misha!
June 8, 2009

TheAndySan
I love your daughter’s little shirt, “Let’s give this diaper a sniffy-sniff!” Oh, that was hilarious!

QOTD – Music is definitely my life. I’m sure I’ll make more room for family, which is very important to me too, once I make one of my own.
June 8, 2009

AntG
Congrats my friend! There is truely nothing like having a child, people can try and tell you but until you hold them you just don’t understand. My wife gave birth to our son May 15th and I am loving every minute of it!
June 8, 2009

Gibb Brown
Big congrats on such a beautiful child gary.
June 8, 2009

DannyG
love your show…love your knowledge. Now you get to love what I have for 32 and 27 years…my daughter and my son. IT IS A GREAT WAY OF LIFE! Congratulations, Gary!
June 8, 2009

Mark Fitzpatrick
great to see you back on the saddle…

and Misha makes this the best show. Love the back and forth, doing what you gotta do to take care of your girl.

Hope the “How’s it gonna end?” question never comes so we can see her over the years with Big Poppa Gary.
June 8, 2009

Dennis Nestor
So Cool… She is adorable!

Just Like her Daddy She steals the Show.

QTOD: Breanna, Jeana, Daniel, and my little girl on the way!
June 8, 2009

Don
WOOOHOO!!! Have been really looking forward to this episode. She is absolutely precious… Congratulations on the new addition to the Vaynerchuk family!!!!

QOTD: Without a doubt my family
June 8, 2009

sashanyc
that initial long pause to look over your shoulder at your daughter meant everything.. As much as you are with us, you are all about her, and that’s wonderful.. Glad to see a new episode and your beautiful girl.

QOTD: my girlfriend
June 8, 2009

Jim in Atlanta
So happy that you have a your sunshine. My sunshine is friends and family. I am going to Chicago this weekend for my nephew’s birthday, which I have not missed in his 11 years. I want to wish my good friend, and fellow wine lover Angela, who lives in Italy a very a happy birthday and wish I could celebrate it with her. Ciao.
June 8, 2009

Yvettew
What a cute and precious baby. Misha is so luck to have a loving father and mother. Congratulations Gary!!

QOTD: No family of my own, but for now, my sunshine is my health. I strive to stay healthy and well so I can love my family and be around them as long as I can. Think about it, if you’re not healthy, your family worries and suffers too. So be thankful for your health too.
June 8, 2009

RT
How’d you like the job the folks over at Adagio TeaV did on you, GV?
June 8, 2009

Stacey Cook
WOW! She’s a real sweetie! Thanks for sharing – really special:)
June 8, 2009

Joe
Congrats Gary! Has it been 9 months already? Geez I miss a couple of shows and you are already a dad.
June 8, 2009

J Crazy
My family/wife/friends.

Mad congratz! Beautiful.
June 8, 2009

Brian Morgan
Gary, I don’t even like Wine, but you are so damn interesting, charismatic, and fun – I have to tune in to watch. Sweet seeing you taking care of Misha, all the best my friend… – Brian Morgan, Indiana.
June 8, 2009

Grapedigger
congrats Gary on the birth of little Misha. She is so cute!! Lots of hair!! I have 2 angels like yours and they’re my sunshine. cheers
June 8, 2009

DAveA
Real men have girls. I know, I had 3. smile. Congratulations!

When you change diapers, do not SNIFFY SNIFF first. trust me. Very cute. What happened a kazillion times in the world. A baby is born. Yet when it is ours, we think it is special, which it is. smile.
June 8, 2009

Pierre
My women and our 7 months old little boy!
We miss good old full nights of sleep but he brings us
so much more!

Thanks and good luck
June 8, 2009

Tom Jones
My sunshine is my beautiful wife Amy! I can not imagine my life with out her. I love you Amy.
June 8, 2009

elron
Oh and yeah, We loved Misha’s shirt(onesie)!
June 8, 2009

Randy Baker
My sunshine is my daughter and son. I can’t imagine my life without them. Aren’t children amazing?! Enjoy the journey. Congratulations.

BTW, I’m building a tower in my backyard for my daughter. Shall I plan a room for yours? I have a moat, but I’m still in the market for a dragon…
June 8, 2009

Emily & Jim
QOTD: My husband and our doggie. (And our families too.)

Great episode. We were so happy to watch, and like other posters, I couldn’t believe you made us wait almost to the end to see little Misha. She’s beautiful.
June 8, 2009

KW
Congratulations – you sure are a proud Daddy. Your life will never be the same.

QOTD: My daughter for both my wife and I.
June 8, 2009

NathanN
Well done GV & Lizzy. Misha is perfect!
June 8, 2009

VinoMike
QOTD: My Mom, who’s in the hospital right now, and hopefully able to go home on Wednesday. Also, the rest of my family, my girlfriend Erin, and our dog Suzy!

Excellent episode, and well played with the sniffy sniff shirt. You got some of those for sale?

My 2 cents: the hands-down best Italian varietal wines from the US are done by the Brewer-Clifton project called “Palmina”, a winery in Santa Barbara dedicated to 100% Italian grape variatals. Their Nebbiolo is awesome! Check it out Vayniacs!

HEY! Are you on twitter? Then let’s follow each other! http://www.twitter.com/vinomike
June 8, 2009

wayno da wino
Yo G, Mishas a Reeeeaaal Cutie!!! She looks just like You, a Chip off
the Ol’ Block!!!
June 8, 2009

Wendy Armbruster Bell
This episode of WLTV totally cracked me up. I just knew Misha’s soother was falling out everytime she fussed. Congrats again to you both. The world as you knew it no longer exists as I’m sure you happily agree.

Blessings,

Wendy
June 8, 2009

Marshall Minobe
Congratulations. I could see the emotion welling up. So very happy for you.

Marsh
June 8, 2009

Brad
Congrats on your sunshine!

QOTD: My wife and three daughters (6, 2, and 1 years old).
June 8, 2009

amgryger
Gary and Lizzie, congrats on your beautiful daughter!

QOTD: At this stage in my life, its making architecture and art.
June 8, 2009

caleb
WTG gary what a special episode! Im so happy for you guys. qotd- my sunshine is expecting that every day holds something new and better than the last.
June 8, 2009

Christopher N
Congradulations!
I found that shirt to be adorable.
Great episode as always! I look forward to trying these varietals myself.
June 8, 2009

Anna
She is precious! Can’t tell you a thing about the wines you had on simply because I was loving listening to her little whimpers. What an attentive dad you are! My sunshine is my 12 year-old Gracie and 9 year-old Tommy – I can remember when they both were that little. Enjoy this time with Misha. It flies by so quickly!
June 8, 2009

Rob Jensen
Amazing, beautiful girl. Congrats to you and welcome back. I’m looking forward to more insights from you about being a dad and internet/business rockstar.

QTD: My wife and two girls who support me and all of my silly/not-so-silly projects.
June 8, 2009

Dave
GV & Lizzy and all of your family,

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Beautiful little girl! All the best to you. Enjoy every second with her!

-Dave.
June 8, 2009

Russ
Congratulations Gary! Beautiful girl!

QOTD – being attacked by my two boys (ages 6 and 3) when I walk in the door!
June 8, 2009

DogD
QOD: Haven’t quite figured it out yet….still in the dark….
June 8, 2009

Megan
Congrats, Gary & family! I have two friends who will have daughters within the week as well — both had due dates of 6/3 but alas, no little girls yet…

Amador County out here in CA makes some pretty tasty wines from Italian varietals. I especially like Cooper’s Barbera & Sangio.

My sunshine is hanging out with friends and traveling. I’m off to South America for 6 months in just a week!!
June 8, 2009

C-Lo
Hey GV, thanks for coming back to us. And thanks for introducing Misha to all the thousands of us Vayniacs who creep into your life via WLTV, and Facebook, and Twitter, and all the other countless social media outlets that you seem to be a part of! I’ve told you before: my favorite episodes are the ones that incorporate your family.

QOTD: First of all, you trump anything I might answer due to the fact that Misha is now in your life, so way to go you one-upper. I’m trying to find my true sunshine right now. I’ll let you know when I get there.

Keep it real.
June 8, 2009

Winekat
It’s nice to have you back. Your Misha is a sweetie.
June 8, 2009

Sue
Great Show ….welcome back!
Misha is a Beauty!
June 8, 2009

Laurie in VT
Misha is the most beautiful guest ever! So sweet! Thanks to you and Lizzie for sharing!

QOTD: Family, especially Tristan and Nicholas, and friends, both human and four-legged.
June 8, 2009

@AndrewSansone
Like I said before…While you are changing the wine world, Misha is changing your. Cool show. Thanks for sharing. Oh, and that web sports show you wanted, well it’s here on my site.
June 8, 2009

Tooch
Congrats again Gary – maybe know with a newborn, you’ll be able to discover all new types of flavor profiles for upcoming WLTV episodes.

all the best,
Tooch
June 8, 2009

Butch
What a beautiful daughter and we all know you will be a great Father.

What makes my Life? Family! My Wife and two grown sons. It’s funny in a way. Whenever I look at my boys, I see them as they are today, but also as they were the day they were born. Take care Gary and enjoy!
June 8, 2009

AUSSIE SAMMY S
Welcome back Gary…..Welcome to the world little Misha

Great to see you back in front of the camera continuing to bring the thunder….
June 8, 2009

scarf
thanks for sharing your sunshine GV! i have no doubt that you will now bring the thunder as a father…hopefully you will still have time for WLTV because i, like the rest of the vayniacs, would hate to see it end…i look forward to checking out each day’s episode and that brings me a little sunshine…although i’d have to say that spending time with my family and friends is numero uno…
June 8, 2009

Marshall
I like the shirt on Misha–congrats and I wish your family the best.
June 8, 2009

wooden palate
First things first: Misha is adorable, and she’s going to have you wrapped around her little finger by the time she’s ten.

My dad’s from Kelseyville and I have family there, so having a Kelseyville wine win the tasting made me grin. (Okay, it’s not a competition, but still…) I’d be interested in your take on Steele wines from Lake County.

QOTD: family, what else?
June 8, 2009

StevenV
QOTD: my beautiful wife Jay and my daughters Gia and Sophia. I’m one lucky SOB. Gary–thanks for taking time out of the new baby chaos (I remember it fondly) to give us some WLTV. All the best.
June 8, 2009

Chris D.
Beautiful, Gary! Congrats again!
June 9, 2009

JJ
Congrats! Good to see you back in the saddle.

QOTD: My little 6 month old, Gianna: Nothing like daddy’s little girl!
June 9, 2009

Ben Janssen South Australia
Firstly well done on becoming a Dad!

QOTD: My wife. No kids yet.
June 9, 2009

Todd
She’s adorable, Gary. Big Andrew Will fan; thought that Sangiovese would bring more thunder.
QOTD – My Sunshine (former fiancee) just broke up with me over the weekend. Making my own for now – back to the wine biz.
June 9, 2009

NicoRiesling
GV,

Many sunshines. My wife (Elizabeth), our boy (Etienne, 6) and our new daughter (Georgia, 7 weeks!!!!).

Got to get you our new Italian red blend (Autumnus from Pacific Rim).

Nicolas
June 9, 2009

Saftig
Mazeltov, Gary and family. This is the good stuff, the best life has to offer. I remember looking down at my daughter as a newborn and I inhaled and shuddered out of nowhere. I couldn’t believe she was mine, how precious it all was. There is not a day that goes by that I am not thankful these wonderful creatures are in my life and I find new ways to have them take my breath away. Hold on tight to every little thing.
Kinda scary, your daughter is absolutely beautiful, a veritable “Mini You.”
June 9, 2009

Geoffrey
Congratulations! All the best to Misha, you and your wife, and your whole family!
June 9, 2009

LiangTFM
Welcome back Gary and congratulations again!! lol love the violet ray gun up the nose. Will have to check out some Italian varietals, haven’t had any yet. Great show, hopefully you’ll be able to do more and can’t wait to see you on the Today Show and Jimmy Fallon
June 9, 2009

Bill and Wendy
A huuuuuuuuuuge congratulations to you and Liz… welcome to the parent hood. You will love it.

Our sunshine is our family… and hearing about other great families like yours!

Bill and Wendy
June 9, 2009

Arnold
Congratulations!!! You look really well rested!
June 9, 2009

Beeper
Good episode, despite the interruptions. Congrats on the baby. I can tell you look tired. It’s been 3 months since I had my first, and he’s only getting up 2 or 3 times a night now…which is a huge improvement!

Suggestion for the show: One thing about wine that really bugs me is that no one ever seems to know how to pronounce anything. I’ve seen you stumble over plenty of names, and it makes me wonder how well you know them! So the suggestion would be (1) bring more clarity to the issue. If you’re not sure how to pronounce it, either find out before you do the show, or just let us know you’re not sure. And (2) maybe do an episode on how to pronounce wines from france or italy or wherever else.
June 9, 2009

Zach
Congratulations Gary!! She’s beautiful. You’re our sunshine Gary.
Zach & Ashley
June 9, 2009

Lindsey N
CONGRATULATIONS!
Your daughter is very beautiful. You’ll have to save some very special wines from the 2009 vintage for when she turns 21.

QOTD: My sunshine is all of my wonderful friends. They inspire me to be the best I can be.
June 9, 2009

Terry
Congratulations, I showed the video to my wife. She and I both love your little angel. She is so cute.

My sunshine is my son, Matthew.
June 9, 2009

Gonzo
Congrats man. That’s the real deal. Great looking kid. Solid head of hair.

QOTD: My new wife as of 9 days ago. Kids still scared the hell out of me.

If you want to try good WA sangio, skip Andrew Will and go for Yellow Hawk.
June 9, 2009

Jerry Chacon
Congrats man. She is gorgeous. All the best to the three of you. I have three rays of sunshine…wife Paula and daughters Malena and Kailen. Peace.
June 9, 2009

Sarah
Congratulations! For the whole first part I was like shut up about the wine already … show us the kid!
June 9, 2009

Melsy
Love is the sunshine we all need more of! Gary the greatest thing you’ve ever done with this forum is to show people how to love your spouse & child, to be a true example of what a loving husband & father is. I wish they played these clips on Jimmy Fallon & Today Show so every man could see, not just the 500,000 fans.

I’m also inspired to break open some Barbera (one of my fave varietals). I will hit up WLTV when it’s time to order. (Gotta keep Misha in the freshest onesies. She looks like a little fashionista.)
June 9, 2009

SacramentoKrista (& Sacramento Charlie)
Twin Boys = Double Sunshine for us!! :O)
June 9, 2009

Dustin
Hey Gary, glad to see you back and glad to see you at the live Diggnation taping. I was one of the two that were down on the first row with the green vaynernation wristband. I was beside your friend Owen. I was hoping to meet you but you left before we had a chance.

QOTD: My family and friends are my life
June 9, 2009

Rick
Gary, what a wonderful baby!
Misha has the “interrupting” gene in her DNA.
June 9, 2009

Rick
QOTD: What is the meaning of life?
June 9, 2009

John D.
Congrats again Gary. She’s a cutie. Enjoy the coming days, months and years together.

John
June 9, 2009

Ronga
Is it wrong that I fast forwarded to the end so I could see you interact w/ Misha? What a special, special time for you. The love you have for her radiates through you!

QOTD: Undoubtedly my family and friends are my rock. However, I think that “sunshine” comes from an inner happiness and peace. Not everyone is so fortunate to have a family…makes me feel so blessed and appreciative for all that I do have. Linds
June 9, 2009

KenP
Lovely…
June 9, 2009

Richard Arblaster
I love her t-shirt

Great episode, good to see you back in the saddle.

You’ll have to get her on a gv show when she’s older
June 9, 2009

Kapers
Congratulations! All the best from Denmark
June 9, 2009

Peter Wood
What a lovely wee girl Gary, congratulations.
QOTD – My girlfriend. We’ve been together for a long time but everytime I see her (even when she’s in a bad mood with me!!!) I remember how much I love her and want to be with her.
June 9, 2009

cat
She is a beauty indeed! Congrads! Thanks for pumping out a show with your plate being so full and all.
June 9, 2009

Jeff R
Gary:
Congrats to Lizzie and you on the arrival of Misha! God bless! Hope all is well!

Glad your trying to get back … it sounds like you were deeply missed (with good reason). Best of luck as you attempt to juggle all that is on your plate!

QOTD: Our daughter and family.
June 9, 2009

Agnieszka
Gary: she’s marvelous! I love her name too. I hope you’re enjoying every single moment with her.

QOTD: my second half – Josep.
June 9, 2009

wineLondon
Gary, Many congratulations to you and your wife for such a lovely little girl.
This is my first comment on wineLibrary TV despite being here since the early 400’s. Better late than never but a good reason to start. Well done from London England
June 9, 2009

argus
QOTD: i have two suns (just like Tatooine): my twin boys Lukas and Patrick
June 9, 2009

Adrian Nadeau
Congrats Gary!

QOTD- First and foremost my family! (Glad to see most have answered this one) 2nd would be my work… love it also. Cheers!

Adrian
June 9, 2009

Beverly
What a beauty!!! Miss Misha! Doll-baby!

No kids, but I have two Mini Schnauzers that are my babies!

Glad to have you back Gary!
June 9, 2009

bfrankphoto
Congrats. I’m glad everyone is healthy and happy! I hope you enjoyed sleep, ’cause you’re going to miss it for the next 18 years.
June 9, 2009

Bill The Wrist Watch Freak
Nice episode – loved the interruptions! Was just there 5 years ago. Cracked up at the sniffy-sniff shirt!

By the way, no hiding it – you have daddy eyes now. A little glint of pride, a little haze of fatigue. Looks good on ya!

QOTD: My wife and daughter. Don’t forget to focus on Lizzie – let your beautiful little girl see what love should look like!
June 9, 2009

Ryan D
Big big congratulations Vayner! I hate pacifiers, though!

QotD: My wife!!! Closely followed by my basset hound!
June 9, 2009

DF
Welcome back, Gary. Fatherhood seems to be really agreeing with you.

QOTD: yes, my kids are my sunshine and my life.
June 9, 2009

Sharon
Hiya Gary – great to see you and little Misha! She’s so sweet!
June 9, 2009

Stephen
The wines in this episode may be forgotten, but not seeing your beautiful daughter. The shirt she has is just perfect! Congratulations!!
My sunshine: my 2 daughters, age 14 & 18, and my wife.
June 9, 2009

Josh Klein
Excellent to see your little girl. I want one of those little sniffy-sniff shirts for my new girl (10/21 due date).

QOTD – even though she hasn’t been born yet, I would have to say that my daughter is and will be my sunshine also. I can’t stop thinking about her and it just makes me so darn happy.
June 9, 2009

Capt M
What a nice surprise! I never thought this was going to happen. What a memorable episode. To hear her cry reminded me of my own Lucia. Ten years from now you will go back and replay this episode and you will enjoy to hear that tender cry again. They grow so fast! QOTD: My life and sunshine is still my daughter, Lucia. Thanks so much for presenting Misha to us on the show. That was very, very nice!
June 9, 2009

torquey
That’s one seriously cute baby! Congratulations and welcome to the institution.
June 9, 2009

italianwinelover
Oh boy does she steal the show everytime! How beautiful your “little mish” is I love that you already have a nickname for her and wow what a head of hair! Congrats you are so blessed!!!

QOTD: My sunshine – my son!
June 9, 2009

samwe
hey Gary !
when she wakes you up at night and then smiles at you
that’s sunshine !
June 9, 2009

Grant
Usually I’m just an iTunes lurker but I gotta come out for this and say congrats!

Nice to see you back in the saddle!
June 9, 2009

Jared Pondelik
Best show you have ever had. Congrats Gary! My sunshine is my gf Stacey.
June 9, 2009

RB
Sweet! I love how in love you are with your daughter. My sunshine is my puppy.
June 9, 2009

paul
What a cutie! I mean Misha, of course. Good to see you back, Gary.

QOTD – my kids, my wife.
June 9, 2009

Von P
I just love “new” Dad’s!! Every little squeek and GV was checking on her. Cherish these days ’cause they fly by!!! Congrats on your life changing angel!!!
QOTD: It’s still and will always be my Wife and Boys(14 and 16)
June 9, 2009

Kiira
I have tears in my eyes as I write up this comment! Misha is an absolute angel and I find it so inspirational to see how enthusiastically, admirably, and lovingly you have assumed your new role while continuing to deliver the same Gary Vay-ner-chuk we’ve all grown to know and love. Hats off to you and Lizzie! I look forward to seeing more of the “new” you on WLTV as well as the new greatest little guest.

QOTD: Feeding my loved ones a fabulous homecooked meal (along with fabulously delicious wine) is the epitome of my sunshine.
June 9, 2009

The Unemployed Mom
Great show! Thank you for introducing Misha (I am guilty of giving diapers a “sniffy sniff” too!!!

My sunshine is my 13 month old son!!! Babies are a blessing from God! Enjoy your little bundle and many congratulations!
June 9, 2009

Max Hersey
Gary!
My friend showed me the video of you talking at the Expo in 06´and from then on, i´ve been a vanyack. Not in the sense that i´ve watched all of your episodes, but rather from the business side of things. I think what you have built up with WineLibrary is incredible and inspiring. I have so many ideas now, but unlike before, i´m not dismissing them as dreams. I will make them reality. Thanks for the kick in the ass!
Take it easy,
Max Hersey
June 9, 2009

Vinophile
LOVE your new distraction, Gary!! I didn’t hear a word you said, either. Just watching you and hearing Baby Vay in the background…priceless!

Not long ago you asked, “Long hair or short hair?” You need to start growing yours to catch up with Misha…babies with HAIR…beyond adorable! And your life (you already know this) will never be the same. God bless you all!

And do NOT blink…my “life” (son, Michael) is 26 now…yesterday, and I know it was just yesterday, well…you’ve made me simultaneously cry and smile with your BEST episode ever.
June 9, 2009

Bill
Nice ep. Congrates! Misha’s a doll.

qotd: my gf and my cat.
June 9, 2009

Jon Regan
Hey Gary – gorgeous little girl. Doesn’t she look perfect! Looks like she’s getting more sleep than you! Thanks for sending out the email to make sure we knew about the episode.

Wine – I’m with you, I prefer my Italian wines from Italy. I went to a tasting in Florence in April and got a superb Dolcetto for 10 Euros, almost as tasty as the 56 Euro 2001 Barolo I decided I couldn’t afford. I’ve been looking for dolcetto wines ever since you show many months ago, but there are very few available in the UK. The advice paid off when I reached Italy though!

QOTD – My wife, Liz

p.s. I see you’ve entered the Top 50 Most Powerful People in the Wine World list in this month’s Decanter magazine. Your 2nd appearance this year!
June 9, 2009

Neener
Awww, she’s so cute and you’ll are so lucky. My sunshine is my girlfriend Jessica. And my nephew and brand new nieces!
June 9, 2009

Lisa
Give this diaper a sniffy sniff…LMAO
I’m sure you will be finding this new-found-scent in many earthy wines in the near future.

Congratulations again on that beautiful little miracle of yours.

QOTD – On a rainy day, my TeddyBear looks over at me with his warm, chocolate brown eyes and smiles ever so sweetly…that’s my sunshine.

P.S. How does it feel when the guest cuts you off mid-sentence? How the tables have turned LOL
June 9, 2009

Chalz
Congrats GV, My sunshine are my 2 girls! Oldest now a sophmore in college and my youngest a junior in high school. If you think babies are tough to deal with wait for the teenage years! Everyone told me that and I didn’t believe…believe it!
June 9, 2009

DannInNH
Mazel Tov
June 9, 2009

WineWoman
So precious and adorable. Love the sniffy-sniff onesy.

QOTD: My hubby and Bitsy, my Samoyed dog.

I gravitate to Cal-Itals and Italian varietals produced in everywhere but Italy. There are a few surprisingly good ones, but most are meh or sometimes undrinkable. Still a lot of fun hunting for a good one.
June 9, 2009

Collin Husbands
Gary,

Congratulations my friend. A very beautiful little girl. As we briefly discussed, my son was born this time last year (my sunshine)and it has been the best year of my life by far. Enjoy all the firsts (smile, laugh, roll over, crawl, steps…) it will be a wild ride but one that will be the most rewarding of your life. All of your friends here at l’Eté du Vin wish you and your family all the best and look forward to seeing you, and Misha, here in Nashville again in the future. Now go give that diaper a “Sniffy-Sniff”, chances are good Misha has her own “Secret Pack” for you.

Cheers,

Collin Husbands
June 9, 2009

Karen
“You are my sunshine, my only sunshine”–how sweet! Thanks for the special video footage of baby girl Vaynerchuck.

QOTD: My niece and nephew co-title holders of my sunshine
June 9, 2009

CTWalt
Congrats! and welcome back.
June 9, 2009

looper
Awesome. Misha is just adorable. Just had my first daughter four months ago, and I will tell you that a sniffy sniff on the diaper should be done without swirling!!! I NEED one of those outfits for my baby Charlotte.

QOTD: My wife, and my daughter.
June 9, 2009

David
I love it! She is so cute. I actually teared up a little when you said she was your sunshine; that’s actually what I call my two daughters too.

My sunshine(s) are my wife and two daughters.
June 9, 2009

Chris V
GV,

Thanks for including us! She is incredible.

That’s one sniffy-sniff I will not be partaking in.

QOTD: No kids yet, so it’s the wife and dog
June 9, 2009

Phredd
I was hoping you’d give Misha some air time when you came back. She stole the show, Gary! And look at all that hair! My kids were all practically bald for the first year. Not little Mish. Spectacular.

It is so fun to see you with “new daddy syndrome”. Every murble is worth an interruption, every move noted and loved. Fun times. congratulations, again!

QOTD: You need to ask? My wife and kids, of course. I’ve got five ways to find the sun where I live.
June 9, 2009

Ken Musso
Hey Gary,
Congrats on the little one. Wow, what a cutie! And thinking a few years out….there are so many more athletic opportunities than there were when I was growing up. We traveled all over California playing competitive tournament softball for 8 years with my two oldest daughters,a great life experience,and that’s what life is all about. So move over Jets, and make room for Misha!
So sorry you were dissapointed in the Dolcetto. The wine has been rated by 20 or more critics now, with ratings at the lowest end at 88 and as high as 93 by respected retailers, judges, and just people who love interesting well made wines. It is a joy to pour at tastings and wine events and watch people’s eyes light up after tasting a wine that has limited familiarity. Perhaps through shipping such a distance where wine is regularly subject to temperatures too hot or too cold could have been the culprit. But I will certainly leave you to your opinion. If you’d like to try another bottle, please let us know.

It will be interesting to hear your thoughts on the Nebbiolo (double gold, Lodi Intl Wine Competition).

Ken Musso,
Winemaker, Due Vigne
June 9, 2009

Pebbles
So cute!! I can’t believe she just settles down with a pacifier. My son was never like that–be grateful!

QOTD–my family.
June 9, 2009

Jamie Sanford
She is beautiful! That shirt is genius.

QOTD: My wonderful husband is my sunshine, I am blessed to have found him and not a day goes by that I am not grateful for him.
June 9, 2009

Alex
awww thats cute
June 9, 2009

Ivan
Gary… good to have you back. beautiful little girl. awesome!! nice pad. love the balcony action.

QOTD: My son and my wife.
June 9, 2009

Waiterboy
Minti, my little son.

Congrates, on Misha. What a face, what hands.
Thank you as always for sharing a little of your passions.
June 9, 2009

Robin C
Looks like we have a new Jets fan.
My sunshines are my husband, his grandchildren, our cats, and my friends.
June 9, 2009

Donna
What a beautie. You are blessed.

My sunshine is first and foremost, my husband, Chas. I’ve been blessed with a love unequalled. Then, my children. . .all grown. They still give me blessings (of a new kind).
June 9, 2009

John Skupny
A hearty congrats on the new sunshine and the book!.. my sunshine[s] are now in their twenties, Reed [26] Jerzy Lang [23]….. but each day they provide Tracey and I huge rays of light!…
June 9, 2009

Deb
I’ve never seen so many BEAUTIFUL distractions in your video before! He is absolutely beautiful. “Sniffy sniff!” CUTE!!! God bless you & your new addition to your family! My sunshine in my world is God, my wife and my family…nothing else is more important. (Maybe a good Malbec!)

Enjoy it all!

Cheers!
June 9, 2009

Jon-Paul Lenczuk
Gary, I am so happy for you, and your little one is adorable! My sunshine is my son Max (you met last year who watched your live show at WL) and of course my wife!
June 9, 2009

Moselman
Big congratulations on the super-cutie, Gary & Liz.

QOTD: My two grand=daughters, Sofia and Carmen (5 and 3). Sofia was bald for about 6 months, and Carmen had almost as much dark hair as Misha. Sofia’s must have been sprung up in her scalp somehow, b/c when it emerged, it is so curly and tends to massive ringlets. Two very welcome rays of sunshine, most appreciated on the Wet Coast!
June 9, 2009

crimedog
Gary,
I have to admit it’s been a while since I’ve watched but I had to tune in or this one.
Congratulations!

QOTD: My girlfriend Lyndsay
June 9, 2009

Joe & Carolyn
Beautiful baby!!! Thanks for the peek. Misha stole the show. Many many congrats.
June 9, 2009

CBG
bestest show ever…congrats

QOTD: my 2 boys(does Mischa have an email yet? my 4 year olds got first dibs)
June 9, 2009

JenniferB
Good to have you back Gary, missed you there. Congrats on the little angel, she is wonderful and i can already tell she has changed you and i am loving it. Loved the reality of this show!!
June 9, 2009

Justin Dorfman
Congrats Gary. She is beautiful. Keep up the great work!
June 9, 2009

Jim H.
Congrats Gary!
She is beautiful, and remember, this is the easiest time, right now. Eats, sleeps, cries and poops!

QOTD: My 6,5 and 45 year old females in my house!
June 9, 2009

stewart l
beautiful baby. When’s mom going to be on the show?
My sunshine-My youngest daughter, just graduated valedictorian of her high school and off to Franklin and Marshall College for premed and vocal performance minor.
June 9, 2009

Murso
No Doubt, Chris Camarda’s Andrew Will Wines are killer, as is most wine made in or sourced from the Red Mountain AVA. I think of great wines from Cadence, Arbor Crest, Charles Smith, Quilceda, and on and on. Not really a fan of the Col Solare, though.

GV, and Liz – Congratulations! She’s a beauty!

QotD – Sunshine is my Mom and Dad, my GF, my Daughter, and her year old daughter!
June 9, 2009

T-Servo
Warmest congratulations. Wine may have been your number one passion…but not any more. If your interaction with your father is any indication, you’ll be a great dad. Just think, only 1095 weeks until she’s a (legally) sipping guest on your show. Enjoy every minute.
June 9, 2009

Pete G
Was waiting for you to go back and re score the Rosa. You raved then gave
it 88 pts whereas the dissapointing Andrew Will got 87. One point
difference?

QOTD: Family – forever and always
June 9, 2009

The Last Sip
Longtime lurker out of the woodwork here! Congrats Gary to you and your family. I know how much family means to you and you must be excited to help shape your daughter much in the same way your parents did for you and AJ!

On the Italian tip: I have a few lovely 2001 Brunellos in my cellar (Franco Pacenti Canalicchio Riserva, Augostina Pieri and Cerbaia Riserva – which you lauded in Ep#65). I know these wines are built to last, but I am so tempted to crack one this summer. Do you think it would be too early or should I wait until the day I become a proud papa?
June 9, 2009

Olivier
QOTD – Waking up and my mom is still alive,
………as she most likely have about 3 months max to live,
because of her pancreas cancer….
June 9, 2009

Chippewamike
Gary. . . what a beautiful little girl! Congratulations. You thought you knew love before but not like the love of a child, as you probably already realize.

Enjoy the time with her, it does go fast.

QOTD: What else. . . my wife and 3 kids!
June 9, 2009

David
also long-time lurker (from Germany) … soooo sorry!

but I have to admit: that cute little misha will turn me into a frequent commenting geek/freak.

qotd: girl-friend and family, of course.
June 9, 2009

Kate Dwyer
Congratulations, Gary! Next week she’ll be twenty-three, so SLOW DOWN and ENJOY her babyhood! Sorry I missed you when I flew all the way to Jersey at the end of May. I’ll try not to miss you when you finally get to the Rogue Valley of Oregon. My sunshine: Two boys, Liam and Owen, eleven and seven, who were babies YESTERDAY!!! So, really, slow down and gaze at her A LOT! Say no to some gigs, lock the door and sing to her. Blessings on your family, -Kate
June 9, 2009

Jens
Dear Gary, dear Misha,

QOTD: My son, Rohan, whom you met once at WL.

Misha is as cute as expected and thanks to this modern technology we can all watch her from every corner of the world.

Mazel Tov,
Jens from
Copenhagen
June 9, 2009

brorjace
Congrats, what a beautiful girl! And that shirt is too funny!
June 9, 2009

Richie
Congratulations Gary! That is one cute kid you have got!

QOTD: My life is my sunshine.
June 9, 2009

TommyB
Congrats Gary she’s beautiful, I think you will be a busy and tired man from now on though! Mayeb a once a week show for a while could be a good idea…
QOTD: still looking my friend.
June 9, 2009

Fasciano
Congratulations!

GARY V,

QOTD (back at you): If you had to guess, what 2009 birthyear wine are you going to buy Misha?
June 9, 2009

Vanessa Miller
Ahh Misha is just precious. Look at all that hair! The Vaynerchuk household is very blessed indeed.
June 9, 2009

Jarrod Finn
Gary, your “sunshine” is beautiful. Congratulations. Mine would have to be disc golf. None today though, stuck inside, on my day off, trapped by KC’s rockin’ thunderstorms. No sign of letting up. Going to pop a bottle of Muga ‘05 and enjoy. Cheers!
June 9, 2009

Lars Christensen
Congratulations, Gary. It’s great to have you back after your minor baby “vacation”. You rarely see the Barbera grape outside Italy but I definitely prefer the true Barberas from Italy.
June 9, 2009

careyd
Ah Gary, she’s beautiful. You and Lizzie are truly blessed.
Hope you have many times to sing this beautiful lullabye to Misha. I sang it to my 3 year old girl again tonite (along with the book)& cried…again. http://bit.ly/mkUmZ
June 9, 2009

Riche
Gary & Liz ….Congratulations.
Misha is ADORABLE !! nice job Lizzy.
June 9, 2009

David Dadekian
QOTD: BRIGID! http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=1719525&l=7c0129c3bc&id=684298207 Though I have to add, my wife Brenda is my sunshine too.

Great episode, Gary. I’ve been the stay-at-home parent for the last nine months (our daughter is now 16-months-old) and still trying to be a photographer full-time and it’s essentially two completely full-time jobs, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. Enjoy!
June 9, 2009

JayZee
Awesomely cool show from the Vayner-nest.

Seriously, interesting show about Italian varietals in the USA. I’ve had some with varying degrees of success, but nothing as good as the better Italian wines. Still, I admire the effort.

QOTD: My wife, Jane.

By the way, congratulations from one of the Vayniacs who has been with since Day 1. Its been a great ride. Thanks for everything you do for us and, wow, Misha is a gorgeous little girl. You are very lucky and I wish you the very best.
June 9, 2009

Matthew
great show gary! glad to have you back…congrats to you and your family on your new addition!

qotd: my running shoes!…and of course family!!!
June 9, 2009

jwink
Love the shirt, and congrats again on Misha. When the cat’s away the mice will play….

QOTD: Life is my sunshine, what’s not to love about being alive?
June 9, 2009

Monica Kramer
Hey Gary! Congratulations to you and your wife. Hope to catch up with you soon. Crazy busy working on the Become Peace 2009 campaign for 09-09-09. In the meantime, take care of yourself and your new bundle of happiness. Namaste.
June 9, 2009

gonzalo molgado
hey congrats gary!!!!!! she is trully beautiful. greatest show on the internet. hey this has nothing to do with wine but i love cat power i think she is the greatest singer ever give it a listen i PROMISE you will get hooked. hope to hear from you soon, and congrats again and to your wife as well.
June 9, 2009

mark thomasseau
QOTD – my daughter! who is now a senior in HS – driving! Thinking of where to go for college: NYU!

Gary – Congats!
June 9, 2009

Cameron J
Lovely episode. Congratulations on your new daughter!

QOTD: I have two Sunshines – twin daughters who are about 4.5 yrs old now.
June 9, 2009

Dr.Scott
More congratulations – life as you know it is over, but now it is vastly richer and better. Sunshine – my wife and daughters, 15 & 12.
June 9, 2009

Joyce
She is adorable!! She already has you wrapped around her finger! She’s so beautiful! Good work, Gary V! Congrats to all!
June 9, 2009

BurroBoy
Great to see you again, and to see you smiling from ear to ear no less!
Glad that everything seems to be going well, and that Misha is beautiful, healthy and happy. Take care of yourself and the family and make sure you are getting enough rest.

What about Zinfandel being a DNA match to Primitivo?

QOTD: sunshine is my sunshine…too many long days in the office and I start to forget what it feels like, and that we need to appreciate the big ball in the sky that is crucial to life as we know it.
June 9, 2009

Scottie P
Beautiful baby! Welcome to the world Misha! Congrats Gary!!!!
Thanks for sharing her with us.
QOTD: what else Family, Friends, and Wine!
June 9, 2009

Mauricio Fernandes (Brazil)
Congratulations Gary!!
What a beautiful baby girl!! You must be exploding with joy!!
God bless your baby, you, your wife and your family! You are going to be a great dad!!

Best wishes!!
From your Brazilian friend,

Mauricio Fernandes.
June 9, 2009

Javier 10 (formerly Abbe Faria)
I already congratulated you on Twitter and FB. Congrats to you and Lizzie on such an adorable baby! I am truly happy for you.

QOTD: My 16 month old little boy…
June 9, 2009

Jayhitek
Hysterical. Reminds me of my kids when they were baby’s. Running to put the binky in and hoping it stays..
Congratulations Gary! Pretty cool aint it. Great shirt.
QOTD: 2 girls of my own. 5 yrs and 3 yrs.
June 9, 2009

Mojave Joe
Great little top for the tyke. Congratulations.
June 9, 2009

jigger
QOTD: For me it changes and sometimes it’s hard to locate through all the distractions daily life can throw at you. I guess I know it when I find it and it’s often the unexpected “sunshine” that is the best on any given day. Peace.
June 9, 2009

tim spear
great multitasking episode! love the “special guest” at the end! adorable! best wishes for misha and family…
June 9, 2009

Carlitos
WOW! CONGRATS AGAIN! She’s a cuttie!

QOTD. My wife is my daily sunshine!
June 9, 2009

Giovanni Vino
Big Congrats !! Love that the first episodde back is with the flip “Nursery” Cam. You daughter id a beaut !!!!!!!!!

QotD – No doubt it is my 2 sons, and family!!!!!!!
June 9, 2009

Dick M
Gratz Gary! Appreciate the wine episode and sharing your daughter with us!

QOTD: My sunshine is my beautiful wife!
June 9, 2009

Jen Grant
Congrats!! What a beatiful little girls…today my sunshine is this: “Friends become your chosen family”

Cheers!
June 9, 2009

alex harris - alexdesigns
wow, gorgeous. HUGE congrats!

QOTD – My g/f Samantha is my sunshine.
June 9, 2009

ClingF18
Congrats Gary! She’s beautiful.

QOTD: My sunshine is definitely my son, daughter and lovely wife!!!!
June 9, 2009

Jose Castillo
I have a feeling the sniffy sniff in that diaper is NOT from the north side of the vineyard!

Rock on Gary! Keep it spicy.

A: My two daughters & my wife make life full of sunshine!
June 9, 2009

Marlyne
Gary, she’s beautiful. May she bring you only happiness.
June 9, 2009

Susan B
Like your adorable daughter, my little girl, who is now almost 18, is my sunshine. I can’t believe she will be going to college soon and not long ago I was picking out crib bedding and strollers.
June 9, 2009

jo
the first episode i’ve watched with no interest in the wine…couldnt wait to see the baby! cheers!!!
June 9, 2009

tseepra
Congrats Gary, best of luck with the baby. Poor kid, an internet sensation before she was born :p

Good to see WL still going, while not the biggest fan, I really look forward to it on my iTunes.

QOTD: My life is a nice long run on a cool Glaswegian day…
June 9, 2009

Rosy Villa
She’s so adorable, what a cutie pie! Again Congratulations!!! I seriously forgot what you said about the wines-after seeing her.
June 9, 2009

California Cab Lover
She’s so cute. I smiled every time she made a sound. Congrats!
My sunshine is now 19, enjoy every minute.
My mother said that she never thought she could love anyone more than her children, then came the grandchildren. Bet your parents feel the same way.

What about a show on Nebbiolo?
June 9, 2009

adrums
Beautiful baby, Gary.. what a thrill! I’m guessing there’s a good amount of Brett going on in that last sniffy sniff…
QOTD: Family, Friends and Wine and Music.
June 9, 2009

LaLa
Things I Love About This Episode:

Your shirt.
The “shoulder fruit!”
The name, Little Mish.
The violet ray gun.

Little Mish is super cute!! Nice onesie.

My sunshines are my nieces Ally and Lily in Seattle!

<3LaLa
June 9, 2009

Agent Orange
Nice baby.

Way to pass on that DNA big guy.

QOTD. My wife.
June 9, 2009

Victoria
Beautiful Baby Girl!!!! Loved this show, I’ve been watching more and more with my husband whose a big fan and now I am getting more and more interested. this was the first one i watched on my own initiative and now I’m hooked!
June 9, 2009

Scott Matthews
Congratulations Gary. She is adorable! You and Lizy (sp) must be soooo proud. Thank you for taking the time to share her with us. My wife now has a new found respect to watch your show over my shoulder-the hope to see your little one again.

QOTD-My wife and my dog Piper- Heidsieck .
June 9, 2009

Zach
Congratulations again GV. You’re daughter is beautiful. Take lots of pictures because (as trite as it sounds) they DO grow up fast.

Oh, by the way….did you show any wines on this episode….LOL

QOTD – My wife and 3 kids.
June 9, 2009

Christopher
Congrats! Big Vayner-cheers to you! Well done my friend! My advice to you is to enjoy them while they are super protable… go to dinner, go to lunch, eat out as much as you can at all those places that you will sorely miss after the dreaded toddler years hit!
June 9, 2009

Hansel Dobbs
Congrats on your first born. I am looking forward to the same in November. I love your show, the passion, the hope, and all of the advice that you give in everything that you do. Thank you!
June 9, 2009

Craig
Gary,
She is an angel and believe me she is your greatest accomplishment, and you have many accomplishments……God Bless
June 9, 2009

MrBuzz
Brings back memories….congrats GV….she’s a doll! So, what wines are you targeting for the 2009 “birth year” wines???
June 9, 2009

Fred
WOOOOOOh, Say hello to Lady Vaynerchuk for me please, father Vaynerchuk!

Unbelievable! Much more impressive than some NBA FINALS….

Woh! Congratulations, man! Really nice to know this thounder!

QOTD: I think, my wife…:)

Just good to hear from you about this thounder and sunshine in life!!
June 9, 2009

Karol
What a head of dark hair -beautiful! She will grow to be a sweet little dady’s girl so enjoy her as much as you can (especially before the next one comes along to take her place). Hug her,sqeeze her, kiss her but most of all enjoy her.
My sunshines are my son, daughter and son-in-law — wonderful to be around and they all have a great sense of humor.
June 9, 2009

arben ademaj
congratulations Gary,
You are blessed by having a baby girl ,keep working my friend kids are the best gift of life that we take.

SINCIERLY
ARBEN ADEMAJ
June 9, 2009

David
This is to future Misha – You dad is awesome. And if the internet is broken by the time you read this, he probably did it with his awesome.

If you have half the passion that Gary V has then you have done awesome. And with any luck, I have too. Happy Birthday (really a birth anniversary, but whatever )
June 10, 2009

Mother Duck
Gary,

Congrats, Misha stole the show! Solid reviews on the wine, but nothing competes with a beautiful child!

Keep rocking out the shows…hate to beat a dead horse, but Bethpage Black is in your back-yard! It is a great excuse to review the wide range of GOLF PRO produced / influenced wines. Which one is the Tiger Woods of GP wines?
June 10, 2009

AnthonyfromSocal
Gary,

Congrats on the baby girl. Won’t be running to get the Italian varietals anytime soon. Get ready for sleepless nights and pull that binky as soon as you can handle it-trying to pull it later is a killer.

QOTD
My sunshine is a 7 yeard old daughter Mackenzie and a 4 year old boy Andrew running to the door when dad gets home….and also watching the Lakers squash the Magic.

Congrats again.
June 10, 2009

apj_bobswineguy
Perfect! Great way to return to the airwaves. Beautiful girl.
June 10, 2009

tarheel17
Awwww….cutie!!!

Great show. Great daughter. Good enough wines.

That’s all you need, anyway.
June 10, 2009

rimarfish
Oh Gary, what a beautiful baby! Congrats!
QODT: my sunshine is my girlfriend…Jess, I <3 you!
June 10, 2009

RickyB
Gary Vaynerchuck, YOU are my sunshine. Last week was quite rainy and dreary, good to have you back! Your daughter is adorable! Look forward to seeing her on the show more.
June 10, 2009

thunderball (dave)
Awesome! Beautiful baby! You must be so happy. My sunshine is definitely my daughter…turns one tomorrow.
June 10, 2009

Marijan V.
My first visit to the Gary V wine blog and ……..just GREAT. I love your energy and although I spend way too much time here for now …….it was for me as European so refreshing for American, Marketing, Wine and Blog.

AND your little girl is sooooo adorable, big hug.
June 10, 2009

Jalopyracer
Your baby is beautiful. I’m glad you found your sunshine. My sunshine is waking up everyday and carpe diem the shit out of it. Whether it be skiing or teaching, I go hard and I go big. That’s my sunshine and I can’t wait to find new sunshine.
June 10, 2009

NC Carl
The shirt rocks. Congrats!
June 10, 2009

Sean
Welcome Back!

QOTD: My sunshine is my lovely wife a.k.a. “my do thing buddy” (also a vainiack!) I love and adore her deeply!

Love the shirt! If you keep it up you can compete with Cali Lewis in a cool t-shirt contest! (Though I think she still might beat you out. She brings the Thunder in that department!)

I would love to see you do an episode of other wine regions in the US. Coming more from my area in New England, I would love to see a CT wine, RI wine, and MA wine tasting episodes.

CUTE BABY!!! Congratulations to you and your wife
June 10, 2009

antony
Sunshine works pretty well for me in a literal kinda way. You’ve brought us many great moments but who ever thought we would get to this. Amazing. All the best to you you and your expanding family.
June 10, 2009

bklynick
congrats Gary !!!!!!! I havent been around for awhile but I see youve been busy !!!!

Great – keep your sunshine close – they grow up quickly…
June 10, 2009

MaRc
she’s so sweet!!!
You must be so proud…i can only imagine!

My sunshine is currently to be with my family. Still waiting for my ’sunshine’ to come by!
June 10, 2009

Mike B
Gary,

Although, I don’t actually know you, I feel as though I do. That is a testament to your outstanding ability to connect with the audience.

I am very happy for you. Congratulations.

Mike
June 10, 2009

dkp
congrats to your family
June 10, 2009

ktf
My world and sunshine surround my wife and kids. That is how we roll around here!!

Congrats! She is a doll.
June 10, 2009

Manuel
Gary,

Thanks for doing this show. I really appreciate you taking the time to do this.

Congratulations on your beautiful daughter!

QOTD: My wife and my 2 daughters.
June 10, 2009

Ralph
Best of All! Absolutely awesome! Congrats Gary!
From Poland
June 10, 2009

ChrisR
Nice job with the multitasking. I can’t wait til you dress Misha up in Jets’ stuff when the season rolls around. That’ll be hilarious.

QOTD: My wife, no doubt.
June 10, 2009

Ryan Mac
This was, no question, the BEST Wine Library TV show ever. I don’t even remember the wines. It reminded me of when we brought home our first child and how your world stops when they do anything. Instant classic. It only gets better from here Gary. Enjoy…
June 10, 2009

Seattle Zin Guy
What a cutie, nice work Gary and Liz! Great onesie, where can a brutha hook one up?

QOTD: My 20 month daughter is definitely my sunshine…she’s got a little sister on the way so I’ll have twice the sunshine soon!
June 10, 2009

Adrian
Welcome back Gary…..a big congratulations and what a sweet, adorable and beautiful girl Misha is…

QOTD:
My sunshines would be my wife, my daughter Eunice and my 2 sons Brian and Brendan
June 10, 2009

SteveW
Congats Gary, she’s beautiful! Enjoy the early years because they go fast.
My sunshine is my daughter 14 and two boys 12 & 10.
The two boys can be seen in the following WLTV parody from 2 years ago.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6J1NCl51rA
June 10, 2009

Jeffrey
If any of you are interested, Gary’s tee is available at http://twitter.threadless.com
June 10, 2009

wannaBconnoisseur
Congrats GV!!!!!!!!!!!!
June 10, 2009

Smahlatz
QOTD : my baby girl of course !!!
June 10, 2009

Valentin
All the best for you and your familiy from Switzerland.
June 10, 2009

Tony Oravet
Gary!

Great show! Congrats on becoming a Father!

Keep up the great work man!
June 10, 2009

Kevin
Congrats man! My 2-year-old girl brightens up my day every day.
June 10, 2009

Jens
Gary,

Congratulations!! She’s adorable.

QOTD. The best thing in my life is my family….2 daughters and wife:-)
June 10, 2009

lucien
Congrats on becoming a dad! she’s so cute.

QOTD: My 5 year old girl.
June 10, 2009

Dan-o
Congratulations GV! You and your wife must be very proud! She will bring you more returns than any business deal you can enter – she will “Crush It” for you.

QOTD – My wife Diane is my sunshine as are my four children. There is nothing on this earth that could replace them on my priority list and or in my heart.
June 10, 2009

Araldite
Congrats!! Life will never be the same. But that’s a good thing.
June 10, 2009

Larry G
Misha Brings the Thunder!!!!
Love your camera work on her introduction. It was exciting.
June 10, 2009

jeffe
CONGRATULATIONS GARY VEE!!!!!

Your daughter is absolutely an angel.
I know you will be a great father to her.

Mazel and best wishes.
____
JK
June 10, 2009

Maria M
Gary,

I admit, I’m a lurker. I get the podcast feed and never come to your site to comment, but I just had to say…

Misha is absolutely adorable. Congratulations to you and the whole family!
June 11, 2009

Trish Jones
I just love the way you’re always just yourself Gary and I find this very inspiring.

As for your daughter, just so very beautiful. If you’re like my husband, watch out Mrs Vaynerchuk! Little girls just love their doting daddies.

QOTD: My little girl who’s 7 – love my husband too of course!
June 11, 2009

Sonia
Misha is such a good baby! Her onesie is awesome! Thanks for making time to put out a show for us and giving Misha some screen time.
QOTD: my 17 month old Shih-Tzu puppy, Spike, is my sunshine. He’s always happy to see me, ready for a cuddle anytime and follows wherever I go!
June 11, 2009

Kell Brigan
Congrats VaynerDad! What a sweetie!
June 11, 2009

Jason Dukas
Gary,
my sincerest congratulation on the birth of you new baby. try and get some rest.
and, if you ever get that Bern’s trip lined up here in Tampa, drinks on me to celebrate! congrats again
June 11, 2009

Gary & Ray
Congatulations on the birth of your FIRST wonderful addition to your family. She is adorable. but will probably need a playmate in the not too distant future. Take a lot of pictures, they grow real fast.
June 11, 2009

David M Roberts
Congrats! Love the shirt. ) He looks like a mini Gary V.

Just became a first time dad myself on June 5th… great time to have a baby and change one’s entire life up a little.

Best,

Dave
June 11, 2009

David M Roberts
… I meant SHE looks like mini Gary V… but far more pretty.
June 11, 2009

YoungDave
CONGRATS AGAIN, GARY AND LIZZY!! Misha is absolutely adorable.

QOTD: My sunshine? Keeping in touch with my family, and looking forward to visiting home throughout the year.
June 11, 2009

Kevin C
Thanks for introducing us to little Mish so early. The onesie needs to be available for all of us.

QOTD: Since my youngest is almost twenty and away in MArine BAsic Training, my sunshine is my grand daughter Hayden Lynn. Little girls rock!
June 11, 2009

Redmeat
I love the Andrew Will stuff…glad you could get some…but $35….I wish that’s all it cost me ….not his best wine(but give him a couple more years to dial this one in and it will become as good as his others!)….

QOTD….my Sunshine?…..life itself my brother…every day is a sunny day!
June 11, 2009

Bobbie Smith
Was just in Lake County this last weekend, glad they are beginning to be known for their wines, versus other more questionable outlets. There are some good wineries out there.
Cutey!!!!!! Definitely the highlight. Congrats!
QOTD: Cheesy as it is, my two guys. Even as my son pulls out the measuring tape and let’s it go in the living room. Gotta love them and just laugh.
June 11, 2009

Chris Hadley
I had a smile on my face the entire episode. Congratulations to you and Lizzy! I really didn’t care about the wines on this episode, I was too happy for you to pay attention

QOTD: My wonderful Elisabeth.
June 11, 2009

Logan
great episode Gary, you’re little girl is adorable. you and Lizzie must be proud.

QOTD: my sunshine is any day with blue skies and sunshine! when it’s beautiful outside i can’t help but be happy
June 12, 2009

Matteo
Watching this episode was like staring in a mirror, as I myself have a seven week old daughter a few feet away. At first I thought Misha was my girl making noise and had to double check.

QOTD: Sunshine is this ten toed, keeping us up all night and sleeping like a rock all day bundle of baby girl.
June 12, 2009

Wes
436 comments…Misha rocks. Congratulations. Great show while multi-tasking plus one good wine.

QOTD: My three girls
June 12, 2009

mjr
dear gary & family,

congratulations on the birth of your beautiful little baby. she looks like you. hoping for a long & happy life for mischa.

mjr
tokyo
June 12, 2009

Sassodoro
Congratulations, Gary!
June 12, 2009

Russ J
Nice hair! Congratulations, GV! So the clock is ticking, counting down your time in NYC. In a few years, an UWSider no more!
June 12, 2009

Steve C.
Hey Gary!

Don’t pass over the incredible Nebbiolo from Barboursville in Virginia! Really fine winemaking going on there…

Sure you weren’t getting a little “dirty diaper” on the sniffy-sniff?!

Enjoying your passion,
Steve
June 12, 2009

Scott G
Gary,

I am a little late on this but I wanted to congratulate you on the new addition to your family. I know the birth of my kids are two of the most intense amazing moments in my life. I know what a family man you are Gary and your life will never be the same, for the better, now. From now on you will always be her dad. Cheers

QOTD: My family of course.
June 12, 2009

Weston
congratz on the baby
June 12, 2009

wyld
Congrats Gary!
June 14, 2009

Janet Kaczmarek
Gary ..Congratulations! I was afraid to open this e-mail because of the smile and there are a lot of Tagged things going around but once I saw the epsisode where I knew your wife had given birth I thought I’d take the chance.
YEH!!!!!! I’m so happy for your family. My grandaughter is my SUNSHINE!!!!!!! Every morning when I come downstairs to see her and my daughter, I say GOOD MORNING SUNSHINE! It’s the best! MISHA’S adorable. Mazel Tov!
June 15, 2009

Herm Dunwald
Congratulations Gary, what a wonderful new addition to your family….she is beautiful…..she will steal the show whenever she is on….Thanks for letting us see her. QOTD….My (3) grand children…..
June 16, 2009

innA
Congrats again Gary!
June 16, 2009

PSPatrick
Congratulations again, Gary! Misha is beautiful. I am so happy for you and Lizzie.

QOTD: My fiancée and every day we are able to spend together, and every good bottle of wine we share.
June 16, 2009

dcrob
alot of hair on that little one..
awesome congrats Gary!
June 16, 2009

Joshua
My four week old son Ammon is my little sun shine. Congratulations Gary.
June 17, 2009

Phil Dunn
Bigtime salud to you Mr. GV. Let the ride begin.

QOTD: My wife, two boys (6 and 4) and angle girl (almost 2). Baby days gone for us, but we loved every moment (even the twitchy, schizo nights w/o sleep).

Thousands of stunning moments heading your way. Prepare to be blown away.

P.S. We always had good luck with the “burrito” wrap for sleep time w/ infants. It’s almost like an “off” switch.
June 17, 2009

Hillary
Congratulations! And thank you for introducing her to us :]
What a great QOTD–something I ought to think about more often…
June 17, 2009

TheManFromAustria
The picture of your young daughter touches me, because it remindes me on the times, when I was a father of a son, who is now 19 years old. It brings all the mistakes that I made to my mind. And on all the right things I’ve done (not too much ..).

I wish You the best, Gary V.

You will need it.

Your show is great.

I love it.

Alles Gute aus Österreich,

Wolfgang
June 18, 2009

ben from boston
Gary, you are one of the many rays of sunshine in my life. your wisdom and most of all your example is a guiding light for all who open their eyes to witness it’s glory.

Also, awesome baby t shirt. that moment is pure gary. the whole episode is pure gary, I couldn’t care less about the wines (ok, I care a little), this show is about so much more.
June 18, 2009

Torque-it
Tears to my eyes. Reminds me of my “time in the saddle”, trying to juggle work and being a father. Great episode, thanks for sharing little Misha with us. Will look up Rosa d’Oro next time I’m visiting Pops (81) up in Kelseyville. Maybe I’ll make it a father-daughter outing and we’ll take the back roads through Calistoga…
QOTD: My wife Cherie and Daughter Kelley.
June 18, 2009

Juicy Jesse
Two sons, but we’ve already had two plus years of delight from our granddaughter, so I’ve got some inkling of the wonderful joy you’re in for…Love and happiness to you and yours!
June 19, 2009

AMM3RD
Episode was a bust, but the baby is adorable!!!

QOTD: My two kids Alexander 22mos & Tucker 4mos. Big smiles everytime I walk in the door at night. Nothing better…AMM
June 20, 2009

chukhead-ted
thanks so much for sharing your baby with us on the show! congratulations gary to you and your entire family! I am very happy for you!
June 22, 2009

kenmusso
Hi Gary,

Just got word that the DV Dolcetto won a gold in the California State Fair with a score of 94 as well as an award in the LA International Wine Competition. The bottle you received must have spoiled going through the travels from California to New Jersey. Bummer! We think you and your fans would have enjoyed our Dolcetto.

Best,

Ken Musso
DV
July 11, 2009

Patrick Horn
My Sunshine is my son, Kalen at 18 months. Fatherhood only gets better but I’ll give you an update at the “terrible twos”. The only Italian varietal aside from Oregon Pinot Gris I’ve had and can recommend was the Luna Sangiovese from Napa. I don’t recall the vintage but it was a few yrs ago. Fruit bomb for sure but not too complex. Re Veneto: The 06 vintage is rockin! I’ve had some fab Valpol Ripasso wines, Tommasi being memorable (maybe too oaky for you?). I’ve put away the Zenato for a special occasion (wine advocate 93 pts.) but I’m afraid even the 06 vintage can’t bring that high a score for the valpol superior, I hope I’ll be fortunate enough to have some Amarone and Recioto from this vintage.