WineLibraryTV Today: Christmas Wines

[Robin Garr]

Bordeaux Adventures Commence at Chateau Clinet - Episode #502

Gary Vaynerchuk’s recent Bordeaux excursion brings him to Chateau Clinet in Pomerol, where he and the owner Ronan compare the historic 2005 to the unheralded 2006 vintage with some surprising results. Wines tasted in this episode: Chateau Clinet Pomerol 2005, and Chateau Clinet Pomerol 2006.

July 16, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Gigondas: Rhone's Little Secret - Episode #505

Gigondas is a wine that really has the ability to bring thunder at a solid price point. Gary Vaynerchuk also has a crap load of shout-outs and announces the finalists for the Bottle Shock Contest! Wines tasted in this episode: 2004 Montirius Gigondas; 2004 Guigal Gigondas, and 2004 Tardieu Laurent Gigondas VV.

July 21, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Interesting Wine Packaging and Some VERY Interesting Wines - Episode #508

A special guest picked these three wines based on their packaging, but stumbled into a few fascinating wines worthy of attention on this edition of The Thunder Show. Wines tasted in this episode: 2005 Nun Vinya Dels Taus Priorat; 2006 J Mourat Fiefs Vendeens Collection Loire Red Wine, and 2005 John Anthony Napa Cabernet Sauvignon.

July 24, 2008

[Robin Garr]

The Single Malt Scotch Episode - Episode #509

WordPress creator Matt Mullenweg visits, and Gary Vaynerchuk delivers the Scotch Episode he’s been saving for just this occasion. Single malts tasted in this episode: Balvenie 17yr Sherry Cask; Talisker 175th Anniversary, and Laphroaig Malt 86 10yr.

July 25, 2008

[Robin Garr]

One of the "Other 46": Ohio White Wines - Episode #510

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes four white wines from Ohio. Will they bring thunder? Ohio wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Harpersfield Pinot Gris; 2007 Harmony Hill Woodwind; 2007 Kinkead Ridge Revelation, and 2006 Kinkead Ridge Viognier/Roussanne.

July 28, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Tannat from Uruguay on the Laid Back Friday Couch - Episode #512

Gary Vaynerchuk checks in on the progress of this extremely tannic grape variety from Uruguay in South America. Wine tasted in this episode: 2004 Don Prospero Tannat.

Aug. 1, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Israeli Wines: Wines from Israel That Are Not Kosher - Episode #513

Today Gary Vaynerchuk explores some wines from Israel and sees if they bring thunder or not! Also the Thunder Cruise goes on sale today! Israeli wines tasted in this episode: 2007 Flam Sauvignon Blanc; 2007 Pelter Unoaked Chardonnay; 2005 Karmei Yosef Cabernet Bravdo, and 2004 Meishar Cab 730.

Aug. 4, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Top 2 Wines From The Book - Episode #514

From classy surroundings at Chateau Doisy Vedrines, Gary Vaynerchuk re-tastes the top two wines from his book. Wines tasted in this episode: Chateau Cos d'Estournel 2005, and Chateau Doisy Vedrines Sauternes 2005.

Aug. 6, 2008

[Robin Garr]

1969 Vintage Sauternes - Episode #515

Gary Vaynerchuk loved the 2005 vintage. Now let’s see how the 1969 Chateau Doisy Vedrines is holding up. Wine tasted in this episode: Chateau Doisy Vedrines Sauternes 1969.

Aug. 8, 2008

[Robin Garr]

A 3 country Pinot Noir Challenge - Episode #516

Gary Vaynerchuk tries three $40 Pinot Noirs head-to-head and sees who has the chops. Will Burgundy, California or Oregon win this battle? Wines tasted in this episode: 2004 Bertagna Clos Perriere Vougeot; 2006 Antica Terra Oregon Pinot Noir, and 2005 Ampelos California Pinot Noir Rho.

Aug. 11, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Australian Shiraz Super Wines Blind - Episode #517

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes four Aussie Shirazes blind. All of these are powerhouses, so it will be interesting to see what he thinks! Wines tasted in this episode: 2002 Schild Moorooroo Shiraz; 2006 Mollydooker Enchanted Path Red; 2000 Hardys Shiraz Eileen Hardy, and 2004 Branson Coach Rare Shiraz.

Aug. 12, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Wine Library TV From Browns Stadium - Episode #520

Gary Vaynerchuk travels to Cleveland to taste some wines, and he does it at another football stadium. Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 St Joseph Grand River Pinot Noir; 2005 Dog House Charlie's Chard; 2005 Château La Paws Côte du Bone Roan, and Vidal Blanc-Grand River Valley.

Aug. 15, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Gary V Expands His Own Palate with Some Old World Wines - Episode #521

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes two Nebbiolo wines from Valtellina in Lombardia, a less-known neighbor of Piedmont. Wines tasted in this episode: 2003 Sandro Fay Sassella Valtellina, and 2005 Sandro Fay Sforzato Sfursat di Valtellina.

Aug. 18, 2008

[Robin Garr]

A Proper Welcome for Brett Favre - Episode #524

Gary Vaynerchuk tries three wines that represent the New York Jets and their new Quarterback Brett Favre! Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Delisio Quarterback Australian Red; 2005 Green Lion Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2006 Green And Red Chiles Canyon Napa Zinfandel.

Aug. 21, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Remirez De Ganuza Mini-Vertical - Episode #525

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes two vintages of this high-end Rioja and observes how big a difference a year can make! Wines tasted in this episode: Remirez De Ganuza Rioja 2002, and 2003 Remirez De Ganuza Rioja.

Aug. 22, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Barbaresco Battle Royal - Episode #527

Gary Vaynerchuk's wine of choice is often the overlooked Barbaresco. Today Gary tries three Barbarescos and sees what these awesome Italian red wines have to offer him! Wines tasted in this episode: 2004 Icardi Barbaresco Montubert; 2004 Paitin Barbaresco Sori Paitin, and 2005 Rocca Bric Ronchi Barbaresco.

Aug. 26, 2008

Because of a production issue, we failed to announce Monday's feature, one of special interest to Riesling fans:

German Spätlese Rieslings - Episode #526

Aug. 25, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Six, yes SIX wines from Virginia - Episode #528

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes six Virginia wines along with a crowd at the Winery at La Grange in Haymarket, Va. Virginia wines tasted in this episode: 2007 La Grange Pinot Grigio; 2007 Pearmund Viognier; 2006 Rappahannock Cellars Cabernet Franc; 2007 King Family Cabernet Franc, and 2004 Pearmund Cabernet Sauvignon.

Aug. 27, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Gary Tastes With Warnke and Shifrin - Episode #530

Gary Vaynerchuk sits down with two of his best friends in the world and tries their wines. Be prepared for a lot of stories! Wines tasted in this episode: 2005 Warnke Cellars Napa Merlot; 2004 Warnke Cellars Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2005 Shifrin Howell Mountain Napa Zinfandel.

Aug. 29, 2008

Previous Episode:
Sippin' some Tequila with a guest - Episode #529

[Robin Garr]

A Red Burgundy Tasting: A Spotlight on Gevrey Chambertin - Episode #531

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes the wines of Gevrey-Chambertin, the largest appellation in the Cotes de Nuits. These Pinot Noirs get put to the test! Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Guillon Gevrey Chambertin Pere Galland Gevrey Chambertin; 2006 Esmonin Estournelles St.-Jacques Gevrey-Chambertin, and 2003 Serafin Cazetiers Gevrey-Chambertin.

Sept. 2, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Bringing the Thunder to India - Episode #533

Gary Vaynerchuk has predicted India will make a big splash on the world wine scene in the next decade. Will these three wines show that kind of potential? Indian wines tasted in this episode: 2007 Tiger Hill Sauvignon Blanc; 2006 Sula Dindori Reserve Shiraz, and Chateau d'Ori Cabernet Syrah 2007.

Sept. 4, 2008

Previous Episode:
Wines from Egypt - Episode #532

[Robin Garr]

A Special Weekend Episode - Episode #534

Gary Vaynerchuk is fortunate enough to taste some very rare beverages! Drinks tasted in this episode: Tru: Blood Type A, and Tru: Blood Type O.

Sept. 6, 2008

[Robin Garr]

The Wines Of St Veran, Interesting Wines From Burgundy! - Epiosde #541

Gary Vayerchuk attacks the wines of St Veran and sees if there is anything worthwhile! Wines tasted in this episode: 2005 Jean Saint Honore St Veran; 2006 Verget Saint-Veran Chataigniers, and 2006 Robert Denogent Pommards Saint Veran.

Sept. 18, 2008

Previous Episode:
Napa Cabernet And A Guest Live From NY - Episode #540

[Robin Garr]

Cheese Library TV - Episode #542

Gary Vaynerchuk and our resident cheese expert Everett dive into some very special cheeses that just reached Wine Library. Cheese tasted in this episode: Cowgirl Creamery Mt. Tam; Cowgirl Pierce Point, and Cowgirl Creamery Red Hawk.

Sept. 19, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Put a Zork in It! - Episode #543

The Zork wine bottle closure announces its presence with authority on the Thunder Show. Zork-stoppered wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Muse Genie; 2006 Hey Mambo Red, and 2007 Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon.

Sept. 22, 2008