Ivan Putski? The Polish Hammer! That name brings back some memories, WOW. Thanks for saying “dessert wine” again during the episode, because that’s what they’re for in my book…DESSERT. Hope you enjoy the BBQ, and I have a suggestion for a show, “What wines go with peanuts?”

QOTD: Pomerol is for ballers, I’m more like an Arnold Pomerol, “iced tea, lemonade and grape juice.”

Danny G. will be the next American Idol.

QOTD – Danny Gokey is gonna take AI easy!

can you give some advice on decanting some time? when why how long. new to the wine game and just wondering how much of a difference it plays in a wines tasting??

be well

How about a video tour of your digs?
And a view of the contents of your private “cellar”?
That would be cool.

QOTD: Pomerol sounds interesting.
Only TV I watch is The Office and Friday Night Lights. Coach Taylor is the man.

“I AM NOT DRINKING ANY F_____G MERLOT!”

Pomerol or otherwise, now that I’ve had a few from various parts of the world, I see what Paul Giamatti meant!

Like it’s white counterpart, Chardonnay, I think Merlot is the “un-red” wine, a neutral, low-acid base for oak flavoring, offering at best(by itself)a one-dimensional flavor profile of unfocused dark, plum-like fruit and chocolate. And they all taste the same! The few palatable examples I’ve had, including Pomerol, owe their worth(if they haven’t been bludgeoned by new oak) to the Cab Sauv/Franc added for strength and flavor. The Merlot part is pure poseur!

QOTD: You’re my American Idol, Gary!

G, Thanks for letting us in to your home. I would love to repay the gesture some day. Sad to see that ’01 go down in flames. Wine…what a finicky passion she is.

QOTD 1: I’ve had only a few Pomerols, those being the ’05 Gazin and Clinet and both were very solid. I prefer merlot based wines (F Hollywood) as they seem to be more elegant, silky, and require less time to blossom. Sadly, because the area is so small, there’s less available bargains.

QOTD 2: The dark haired actor/rocker to win (Whom I picked immediately upon seeing his audition) and the glasses dude, Danny, placing 2nd. The Judges will use the power of veto on either one of these cats should one go down early. From a talent stanpoint, I think it’s pretty clear who has this thing…the rest of the shows are just marketing and advertising time.

i can always tell if you like a wine based on the faces you make when you taste it.

QOTD: i dont really know anything about Pomerol. and i’m not watching American Idol either.

Hi Gary,

Pomerol has the reputation over St. Emilion, but I am not a right bank guy (probably because I am such a Cabernet Sauvignon fan compared to a Merlot fan).

Don’t have a clue on the Idol winner.

Just got back from an extended weekend trip with my wife Grace for our 25th anniversary, and preparing for the Thunder Cruise where we will be celebrating her 50th Birthday!!!! How about a “shout out”? I’ll look for you on the cruise to taste a glass together with my 50 year young wife.

All the best,
Karl B.

just wondering gary, u know how u’re always excited when a bordeaux has like 5% cab franc as part of its composition, do many producers actually produce a 100% or predominantly cab franc wine or is that heresy? cheers from melbourne, australia.

Pomerol – heavy soils and moderate rain and moderate temperatures make excellent merlot based wines….I think Lil Rounds is gonna win yo’

Danny Gokey. I have never had a Pomerol.

QOTD 1: I’ve never had a Pomerol, but I’ll definitely have to try one in the future.

QOTD 2: I would say Danny Gokey.

awesome show gary..I am a big big big bordeaux fan but pomerol is not one of my favs…Please try the 2005 rauzan segla i know its pricey but what a great wine it is..It is drinking really well now but will be even better in a few years..But I am still going to keep requesting you do a show on a patrick javillier and his white burgundys..especially the 2006 patrick javillier bourgogne blanc cuvee forgets, for 23 bones its a steal and affordable for many here..

QODA: beats me that show was good for a year or 2 but its getting old unlike the thunder show!!

Hey Gary, it’s nice to have a chill day at home and avoid the office every once in awhile.

QOTD 1 – I have only had one wine from Pomerol but it happens to be one of my favorite wines so I’m a little biased. The wine was 2000 La Petite Eglise and it blew me away.

QOTD 2 – Not every guy would admit to watching Idol but I think it’s pretty addictive. From what I’ve seen so far, I think Adam is the favorite.

Hey Gary, it’s nice to have a chill day at home and avoid the office every once in awhile.

QOTD 1 – I have only had one wine from Pomerol but it happens to be one of my favorite wines so I’m a little biased. The wine was 2000 La Petite Eglise and it blew me away.

QOTD 2 – Not every guy would admit to watching Idol but I think it’s pretty addictive. From what I’ve seen so far, I think Adam is the favorite.

Qotd – Pomerol? “C’est Magnifique!!”

Though I’ve historically espoused Cabernet Franc and it’s wines (St. Emilion, et al) as my ‘pet grape’ much for the earthy spiciness they offer, i love the forward approachability of Pomerol’s Merlot (and it’s Merlot- centered blending).

I did have the good fortune to have tasted Petrus several times, and I’m sorry to say, it didn’t make the grade, at least in our overpriced, Control State (Oh.)

Can’t wait to watch. Pomerol is my absolute fav….definitely a right bank gal:)

Thanks for digging into your own cellar to keep us infotained.

QotD: I think I’ve had one pomerol. It was good, not great. I’m open to trying more. I think the family-man/oil worker dude has a great story and good presence. Not really my style, but I think he’s the guy to beat.

QOTD1: Never had a Pomerol.

QOTD2: Never had the slightest interest in American Idol.

i am rather disappointed in your television. i thot you would have 100 inch projectors with speakers that look like honeycombs and whatnot…..

QOTD: i think it is a cool name. always adds some credibility when you have a name that starts with a “P”

QQOTD: people actually watch that show?

Like the apartment setting. American Idol winner = Adam Lambert.

WATTUP GARY!

Man I’m LOVING the show! I have watched like 30 episodes in the past week. Ive got to tell you im a newbe when it comes to wine and watching you gets me pumped! Ive been homebrewing for a couple of years and my passion for wine is catching up to my passion for beer, or im an alocoholic whatev.

You ever think about bringing a Brew Master on the show? You have a lot of great breweries over there.(In Texas too beer and BBQ classic)hint haha. Expand the palate Man! you said it not me.

QOTD No Pomerols yet. Sorry I cant watch American Idol dude, Jack Bauer would shoot me in the face for changing the channel.

Have fun in Texas dude!

WATTUP GARY!

Man I’m LOVING the show! I have watched like 30 episodes in the past week. Ive got to tell you im a newbe when it comes to wine and watching you gets me pumped! Ive been homebrewing for a couple of years and my passion for wine is catching up to my passion for beer, or im an alocoholic whatev.

You ever think about bringing a Brew Master on the show? You have a lot of great breweries over there.(In Texas too beer and BBQ classic)hint haha. Expand the palate Man! you said it not me.

QOTD No Pomerols yet. Sorry I cant watch American Idol dude, Jack Bauer would shoot me in the face for changing the channel.

Have fun in Texas dude!

I would love to watch and leave a legitimate comment BUT it is the last round robin draw at the Brier, Alberta vs Ontario, who would miss that…
I’ll catch up next week

@Vinay: I just caught Wednesday’s Late Night and also saw Gary V. hanging out in the green room with the DiggNation guys. I came straight here to see if anybody else had commented on it. Too funny…