Hey Gar, what’s up with the Nebraska farm reference? Just an fyi there are actual cities in the state, not just farmland. QOTD: never have heard of Lagrein. And thanks to Kristen for inspiring me to post a comment today.

QOTD: I have had one Lagrein
San Pietro Lagrein Alto Adige(2005)

I have not had a Lagrein but the local Total Wine carries ONE kind, I will pick it up and give it a try!

Lurker – Great show. Sitting here looking at at San Pietro Lagrein 2005 and will refer back to this show when we drink it.

Gary, you hit the nail on the head, this is WLTV at its best, introducing new horizons and expanding our palate (eg. wine pallette). Thanks!

I’ve got to say i haven’t had a Lagrein… i’ll go grab one this weekend…

Never heard of it.

Total Wine in my town has two – Kupelwieser Lagrein Alto Adige ($18) and Cantina Tramin Lagrein ($20). Next time I’m there I’ll pick one up.

Gary, great show. i am one of the lurkers you’re looking for, but i drink only Kosher wines. Do you have any suggestions for a Kosher lagrein, i’ve never heard of it before, as you predicted.
Keep up the good work, and thanks for a great show.

What’s with the blind cab show…I cant wait to find out.

QOTD: Never even HEARD of it!

Did you hear that Gary? That was the sound of a lurker coming out. First comment ever.
And I have to say a big ups to you my man, stumbled across WLTV on Hulu a couple of weeks ago, and you have ignited a passion in me. I’m only 22, but I thought I was done with wine. I bought the cheap stuff when I hit 21 and HATED it. Figured all wine must be similar, and wrote it off. Then I watched my first episode of WLTV. I wasn’t convinced, but after the box wine show I had to go try some bandit pino. And I liked it. Just picked up a bottle of Franciscan 2004 Merlot from costco… I’m in love. Kinda rambling, but I just can’t say enough.

THANK YOU GARY! You singlehandedly made wine fun.

[de-lurk] QOTD – had Lagrein in a blend from Alois Lageder. Brought some heavy funk – kickin’ it Bootsy style.

Drinking a Refosco right now….why don’t you keep it rolling with a Refosco show. [/re-lurk]

Nope, and I doubt any of the shops in my town carry it. I’ll ask when I go to refill my win fridge.

Great episode, I’ll be sure to stop and check if my local wine shop carries a Lagrein.

Love the reference of former Badger and Madison, WI native Al Toon.

Never heard of it

Never had one. I see it’s a northern red wine and related to the Syrah grape. Anything like a northern Rhone in taste and nose?

Never heard of Lagrein but am very interested in trying some. Sounds like the hunt is on…

I have never had a lagrein. It doesn’t sound like a wine I would like. Too dark and tannic. But…never say never. If I run across one, and it’s affordable, I just might try it.

QOTD: Man this is why I LOVE WLTV! Never heard of a Lagrein, looked in two of my BEST wine books, The Wine Bible by Karen MacNeil and The World Atlas of Wine by Hugh Johnson, NOT A REFERENCE TO IT IN EITHER!!!!! I love trying new varietals and will check here where I live but seriously doubt they will have one! GREAT SHOW!

QotD: Never had one, but I will if I can find a cheap one to try.

Never had one… Want to try one!

QOTD: never had one. Representing FRANCE and CANADA here. WHAT.

Hey GV. No Lagrein so far. Do like Italian wines and eager to try more. Yes, I am a lurker but the blindtastings are bringing me out. Here in Alberta wine selection is mass market driven, not sure if any are available.

QOTD: No I have never even heard of it but will seek some out!

You’re right, Gary. I’ve never heard of lagrein.

GV: never had one but I’m going to the store tomorrow and I’m gonna ask! I finished your book a few days ago; I’m very impressed and am trying new stuff.
thx