Yummy, yay for the Alsacean whites. GV, you seemed somewhat distracted, but overall good episode. I liked your guests perspective, I can identify. Relatively young wine nerd getting trying to get an education. I wish I was close enough to just drop in and do an episode.

QOTD1: No guest host, Gary is an icon, if you take him away, then it wouldn’t be the same.

QOTD2: Intelligently crafted, midly sweet, highly acidic, with a hint of unexpected spice, that will no doubt only become better with age.

QOTD1; No to host v-j

QOTD2;very closed ,needs decanting, definitely screw top

Great show today! I haven’t had much Alsatian wines and will have to keep them in mind!

QOTD 1: Even though I think Gary is irreplaceable, it COULD be fun to have the show hosted by others…maybe bring your dad back, possibly some employees at the store.

QOTD 2: Kinda spicy, bold, complex, excellent back end. Ready to drink but will evolve and age nicely…GETS BETTER WITH AGE!

Also Gary, don’t forget about a Chilean wine episode…I’m waiting for one down here in Chile!

QOTD 1: I agree with the consensus no more Gary’s however, another specialist (cheese guy, food pairing guys, ect) would be cool

QOTD 2: Confusing and Amusing like a bomb in need of defusing.

I liked this guest- he pretty much told my story regarding his wine history, I just haven’t had the same travel experiences. Same regarding age/college, getting into wine, spending $ on wine, parents/friends views on wine, etc.

QOTD1: Maybe once in a while. But I also like the flip cam & taping in advance. Looking forward to seeing what you’ll be doing while on the Thunder Cruise!

QOTD2: Here’s my short twitter ‘about me’ profile. I don’t know how I’d describe myself as a nose/palate/finish, as I hope I don’t smell weird, & no one’s drank any of me! “I’m a student pharmacist, Red Cross volunteer, work event security & have a great fiancee!”

I liked this guest- he pretty much told my story regarding his wine history, I just haven’t had the same travel experiences. Same regarding age/college, getting into wine, spending $ on wine, parents/friends views on wine, etc.

QOTD1: Maybe once in a while. But I also like the flip cam & taping in advance. Looking forward to seeing what you’ll be doing while on the Thunder Cruise!

QOTD2: Here’s my short twitter ‘about me’ profile. I don’t know how I’d describe myself as a nose/palate/finish, as I hope I don’t smell weird, & no one’s drank any of me! “I’m a student pharmacist, Red Cross volunteer, work event security & have a great fiancee!”

Nice job, Zach and I think the best ever QOTD by a a guest.

QOTD #1: I’m leaning NO! bucould possibly be convinced otherwise

QOTD #2: Definitely needs decanting, a little reserved at first but opens open over time. Mellow and playful, yet surprisingly complex. Goes well with all food, especially spicy Cajun!

Good enjoyable light hearted show, with a nice calm guest to bring harmony and balance to the episode and indeed to you Gary… 😉

QOTD 1: GV – irreplaceable; yet slightly concerned about the imminent parental leave?

QOTD 2: I would describe myself as a good vintage d’quem….sweet, direct, thought provoking and long – 6 ft tall.

Thanks for having a Gen Y who actually cares about wine, and is serious about it; the opposite of College Humor guests.

Two spit buckets in unison, and who is vaccuming in the background?

QOTD1: (Thanks for being prepared): Yes and no on the guest host thing, if this was on a network, yes; however this is really Gary’s baby. So it’s lean towards no.

QOTD2: My twitter bio [jjwink, see link from my name]: Business Executive, Consultant, Keeper of Random Knowledge, Avid Golfer, Squash Player, Skier, Wine Enthusiast, Home Cook and Aspiring Pilot (KPTK Home Airport)

Zack, keep it going, great job on the show today!

Fourth time to leave comment, none made it on the website. Apple/Firefox glitch? Please fix. QOTD: guest host — no. Short tasting — nicely balanced, nice introduction to wine.

Ok misunderstood the QOTD2, let’s try: “Complex with a tall finish, and layer upon layer of interest; a bit tight at first and needs some time to open up but has the ability to age well into the future.”

QOTD: A guest host, how is that possible? There is no replacing the mad Russian! BUT Maybe Gary should take interview videos for a once a month guest hosting opportunity-what do you say Gary?

QOTD2: You will see in my first video interview…

QOTD: A guest host, how is that possible? There is no replacing the mad Russian! BUT Maybe Gary should take interview videos for a once a month guest hosting opportunity-what do you say Gary?

QOTD2: You will see in my first video interview…

QOTD #1: Yes, why not?

QOTD #2: Complex, earthy, and refined with mature notes that are reminiscent of an aged Bordeaux. This vintage lacks greatness yet ends with a supple texture, fine-grained backbone and good length. Decant for one hour and it will reward.

What a great guest G .. Way to go Zach.
QOTD—– part #2 Short and sweet.

qotd – how about the kid from brooklyn if he’s still around
check him out – language WARNING
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18ClRW7nDxs
qotd pt II Full bodied,a little bit barnyard mixed with Old World dust
and black fruit, subtle on the initial taste, generous and full midpalate, lingering and memorable luxurious back end. Will last another 50 years!

. very informative and articulate guest. Did I spell that right? Asparagus…no, I had it right. good 3 wines. QOTD: YES, guest host without GV would be interesting. Gotta try it. QOTD2: good coloring, witty on the nose, and sincere on the palate.

. very informative and articulate guest. Did I spell that right? Asparagus…no, I had it right. good 3 wines. QOTD: YES, guest host without GV would be interesting. Gotta try it. QOTD2: good coloring, witty on the nose, and sincere on the palate.

Nice show, love the Alsatians.

QOTD 1: Only if it is Sascha or Mott.

QOTD 2: Big beautiful dark fruit without being flabby that is way more than the cover would imply. Brooding terrior comes through and everytime you taste the wine it changes and gives you something unexpected. Firm tannins indicate this wine will not soften for a long time and the brambly, bloody finish makes this very interesting.

QOTD 1: A guest host would be okay, once in a while. No one can replace GV.

QOTD 2: Citrus, green-tea aromatics, complex, sometimes balanced, sometimes disjointed, off-dry, a litle flabby, short and sweet.

QOTD 1: A guest host would be okay, once in a while. No one can replace GV.

QOTD 2: Citrus, green-tea aromatics, complex, sometimes balanced, sometimes disjointed, off-dry, a litle flabby, short and sweet.

GV and ZB. Sounds like a good tag team to me.

Nice job.

QOTD part 1: Sasha, because he throws out the f-bomb once and again.

QOTD part 2: Corked.

GV and ZB. Sounds like a good tag team to me.

Nice job.

QOTD part 1: Sasha, because he throws out the f-bomb once and again.

QOTD part 2: Corked.

Great guest, glad to see other young people seriously into wine.
QOTD- Your dad would be a interesting host, I would also like to see Mott fill in
QOTD part2- complex, tightly wound, cellar worthy

Gary,
It’s not Alsatian wine, it’s Wines of Alsace. Great episode!