For the Anniversay episode:

Brandon, I was not sure what you meant. Do you mean a reality show of Gary….like a day in the life? Or a montage of the past year….a best of the year?

alternate idea:
In the very first episode, Gary mentions that the Verite Ja Joie is in the class of Harlan, Bryant, etc. He also mentions a similar comparison of the Togni a few episodes back. How about a BLIND tastingt of ’02 Harlan, ’02 Togni, and ’02 Verite and see if Harlan can break out of that, very magnificent pack….and answer once and for all, if Harlan is worth the money!

Joe

Who’s eating liter and healthier….lol
Hey, just because your cholesterol is high don’t speak for the rest of us 😉

what to do, what to do.. well first things first, you have to bring your cam to London. Must do a show or 2 from the field. I have another idea for while you are gone tho.. why not try some meet the buyer’s eps. No-one can replace GV, but these guys help you out a bunch. Bring them on to introduce their buying regions so we know their areas of expertise.

QOD: there are alot of tennis stars up there but I think the German power duo of Steffi Graf and Boris Becker were amazing in their day. They had their share of the drama too. I mean a stabbing on an international stage like that.. craaazzzzzzzy.

Great GruV episode.. go Austria! Never had one, but I’m glad you highlighted em. THX

Favorite tennis player?

Maria Sharapova is fun to watch when she concentrates.

Gary, After the poor showing today (3 out of 4 Pazzzz’s), you have to do another GruV episode with some value GruV’s tha you like….don’t ya think??

Good episode, but would have liked at least a mention of the GruV’s in the 10-15$ range that you have liked more than the 2 that you had today.

QOTD? Men – NASTY and Noah. W – Martina and Evonne Goolagong

I was surprised at the subject of this episode – nice choice. I’ve had some very nice Gruve’s and always look to them for a food pairing (with fish and fruit especially). The last one I had was awesome – 2001 Sonnhof Jurtschitsch Gruve. Cheers on the episode today!

QOTD: Definitely Johhny Mac. He had the best touch ever.

QOD:
Pete Sampras – hands down!!
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QOD:
Pete Sampras – hands down!!
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Vanyiacs,
Gary is wearing head phones
because
he is
GROOVY!!!
🙂

QOTD: Male – John Newcombe from Australia, saw him play in person many times as a kid, met him once and almost got to hit with him once at his resort in Orlando (it started raining). He was a great, gentleman player, loved his serve and volley game. Female: another Aussie, Evonne Goolagong – beautiful, graceful, serve and volley player. I keep waiting for serve and volley to make a comeback. Whoever figures out how to do it well will dominate, just like Sampras.

QOTD: Male – John Newcombe from Australia, saw him play in person many times as a kid, met him once and almost got to hit with him once at his resort in Orlando (it started raining). He was a great, gentleman player, loved his serve and volley game. Female: another Aussie, Evonne Goolagong – beautiful, graceful, serve and volley player. I keep waiting for serve and volley to make a comeback. Whoever figures out how to do it well will dominate, just like Sampras.

Suggestion for London: Guest hosts!!! Have some of the local Vaniacs come by and tape eps. I personally vote for Kahuna, as the comedy factor would be off the charts.

As for the QOTD: It was Connors growing up — loved the intensity and the run at the open in his late 30s was something to behold. Sampras in his prime, was great to watch — and the last of the great serve and volleyers. But nothing compares to watching Federer now — he’s a magician out there. As someone who has played competitive tennis his whole life (juniors, college, USTA leagues now), understanding the level he is playing at — it’s awe inspiring.

And BTW, I don’t think I’ve tried a Gruner Vetliner.

QOTD: Johnny Mac, he’s from Queens, I’m from Queens, ’nuff said.

I wanted to be Andre Agassi growing up, now I still want to be him cause I think Steffi Graf is hot.

Gary,

Great show…I love Gruners. I’m surprised that you didn’t mention white pepper as one of the unique characteristics of this grape.

While you’re in London, stop in the Grenadier pub for a bloody mary. It’s a great place to escape from a cold, rainy London day. It takes a little effort to find it, but it’s worth it!

QOD – Anna K and Maria S

Johnny Mac….also the best “color commentator” in sports

Gary what were you listening to (head phones) when you said “This is great great stuff”???

I’m willing to adopt a Lurker 🙂

FOR LONDON: How about you give us 60 second shorts with you tasting something or giving us feedback on your trip. Remember, last time you recorded in advance, the vlogs ended up not being real episodes and were scratched. So might as well do something different and equally entertaining for us vayniacs.

QOTD: Anna Kournikova both on and off the court 😉

QOTD: Borg – grew up with my dad being a big fan, so i had to root for him too. winning almost 90% of your Grand Slam singles matches is kinda cool too – find another professional athlete who wins 90% of the time? Agassi is a close 2nd, for always being cool.

Put me on the list willing to adopt

Louisiana George

ps – while you are in London, free shipping on anything ordered? If you are gonna go, go BIG!!!

free shipping for 1 year anniversary::….It worth a shot even if I seem like a free loader… Screw tops are Groovy! GV….were you listening to some G’n’R. I am not a long time vayniac, but I would be glad to adopt a lurker!

Here is my ad

Newer Vayniac seeking lurker with interest in red wines with some kick like chuck norris…..white wine lurkers go home thanks for playing!

Kournakova can’t play for shizzle. Sabatini was an amazing athlete which makes her way hotter, besides she’s South American- no contest.

how can you make it up to us…free shipping of course!

Gary,
Good episodeâ?¦what tunes did you have pumpin?

For yo tripâ?¦.. tape 3 episodes and post them every other day.
Perhaps knock out some requests.

QOTD: Not a tennis fan broâ?¦

Oh yeaâ?¦got around to drinking the Habrard Crozes Hermitage. You nailed it. Anchovies! Youâ??d think that would suck BUT not the case. Very strong! Great pallet expander!

Enjoy London grind a bowl of noodles at Wagamamaâ??s for me!

Brandon, I was not sure what you meant. Do you mean a reality show of Garyâ?¦.like a day in the life? Or a montage of the past yearâ?¦.a best of the year?

Joe…I meant…if he’s gonna be in London on business, make a video montage of it and make that the one year anniversary video. Gary could do some great things while in London and we could get a sneak peek at one of his business trips. I know he did it before but I think they’ve learned a few things since the last time. I bet it would kill!