WineLibraryTV Today: Christmas Wines

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode370.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Tasting Some Bubbly At Blue Ribbon - Episode #370

Wrapping up the NYC wine tour, Gary Vaynerchuk pays a visit to the Blue Ribbon Wine Bar. Bubblies tasted in this episode: Gaston Chiquet; Pierre Peters Cuvee Reserve Brut, and Jean Milan.

Dec. 13, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode371.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Friday With A Twist - Episode #371

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes three wines selected by his very special guest on the Thunder Show today. Gary also makes a huge annoucement! Wines tasted in this episode: 2003 Rouquette E Cazes Xisto Portugal; 2001 Pian Cornello Riserva Brunello Di Montalcino, and 2004 Chateau Clos l'Eglise Pomerol.

Dec. 14, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode373.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Wines From Ribera Del Duero In Spain - Episode #373

Today Gary Vaynerchuk explores the wines of Ribera del Duero in Spain, one of the most exciting regions in the world! Wines from Ribera del Duero tasted in this episode: 2004 Urban; 2004 Emilio Moro, and 2001 Bodegas Aster Crianza.

Dec. 18, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode375.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Merlot, Now What? Serious Merlot on the Thunder Show - Episode #375

It was bashed by Hollywood a few years ago, but it's seemingly finding its footing again. Gary Vaynerchuk checks up on some Merlot today! Wines tasted in this episode: 1999 Clarendon Hills Brookman Merlot Australia; 2001 Newton Epic Napa Merlot, and 2002 Engel Family Napa Merlot.

Dec. 20, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode376.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Power Friday Tasting, Buckle Up! - Episode #376

Gary Vaynerchuk sits down with some of the most anticipated wines of the year. These cult and sought-after wines make for an awesome Friday Show! Wines tasted in this episode: 2007 Mahi New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc; 2005 Fisher Whitneys Napa Chardonnay; 2005 Quinta do Crasto Douro Reserva Old Vines; 2005 El Nido Clio Spain, and 2004 Quintessa Napa Red.

Dec. 21, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode377.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Christmas Wine Tasting Episode - Episode #377

The Christmas pack of wine is here. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this very special Thunder Show with Gary Vaynerchuk. Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Chateau De Callac Graves Blanc; 2005 Chateau de Lavagnac Bordeaux; 2005 Chateau Moulin De Lavaud Pomerol, and 2005 Chateau Callac Prestige Graves Pessac-Leognan.

Dec. 24, 2007

Just this morning (Christmas morning) I had to drive to Pennsylvania (from Long Island) to pick up my nieces and on the way on I-78, I saw a big billboard with Gary Vaynerchuk’s picture on it. He is become quite a “celebrity” here on the east coast. Truly enjoy his “Thunder Shows”.

Salute

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode378.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Beaujolais And Steak Plus Gary Rants About Individuality - Episode #378

Beaujolais and steak are not two things that come to mind, but today Gary Vaynerchuk pairs them up to see what happens ... and draws the winner of the Silver Oak 6-liter bottle. Wines tasted in this episode: 2005 Jadot Moulin A Vent Chateau St. Jacques, and 2006 Matassa Cuvee Marguerite Blanc.

Dec. 26, 2007

Thanks for posting up the episodes and providing a small synopsis for each.

I was taken aback the first time I saw Gary, as I think most people are. But his popularity seems to be growing all the time. I loved his episode on Conan O Brien. Funny Stuff!

Welcome, Matthew. Hope you'll stick around and post on your wine adventures. Regards, Bob

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode379.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>A Grab Bag Of Wines On The Thunder Show - Episode #379

Gary Vaynerchuk sits down and tastes through a few wines and gives you his thoughts. Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Spice Route Pinotage South Africa; 2005 Black Wing Shiraz Australia; 2003 Chateau La Tour Carnet Red Bordeaux, and 2004 J.J. Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spatlese Riesling.

Dec. 27, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode380.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Washington State Wines On Display Again - Episode #380

Everyone knows what Gary Vaynerchuk thinks of Washington State wines, so you can imagine his excitement to do this show! Washington wines tasted in this episode: 2004 Woodward Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon Artist Series; 2003 Nicholas Cole Cellars Camille; 2004 Chateau St. Michelle Ethos Syrah, and 2003 Cougar Crest Syrah Reserve.

Dec. 28, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode381.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>New Years Eve Wine Tasting With No Champagne - Episode #381

In this one last episode of 2008, Gary Vaynerchuk thanks all of you for the support and for being a part of the Thunder show. Wine tasted in this episode: 2005 Cartuxa Pera Manca Portuguese White Wine.

Dec. 31, 2007

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode382.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Torrontes: The white wine of Argentina on Display - Episode #382

One of the great discoveries of 2007 for Gary Vaynerchuk and many Vayniacs was the Torrentes grape from Argentina. Argentine wines tasted in this episode: 2007 Alamos Torrontes; 2006 Navarrita Torrontes, and 2006 Monteflores Torrontes.

Jan. 2, 2008

[Robin Garr]

<table border="0" align="right" width="160"><tr><td><img src="http://www.wineloverspage.com/graphics1/episode383.jpg" border="1" align="right"></td></tr></table>Best Buy Cabernet Sauvignon Under $10 And A Shout Out - Episode #383

Gary Vaynerchuk tastes some wines under $10 to see what he thinks. All three are Cabernet Sauvignons, and it will be fun to see what the deal is. Under-$10 Cabernet Sauvignons tasted in this episode: Excelsior South Africa; Rex Goliath California, and 2005 Cartlidge & Browne California.

Jan. 3, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Laid back Friday with a Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc - Episode #384

Many of you know that Gary Vaynerchuk is not the biggest Sauvignon Blanc fan when it comes from our wonderful country. Let's see what this wine does on a very laid back Friday! Wine tasted in this episode: 2006 Sbragia Sauvignon Blanc.

Jan. 4, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Update from Gary V.

Gary Vaynerchuk is taking a well-deserved week of vacation, so there's no WineLibraryTV this week. To keep his faithful viewers informed, Gary checks in with this short video from Naples, Florida, to say hello and assure us that he'll be back next week!

Jan. 10, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Nero d'Avola Wines - Episode #385

This is not Corvo, people, Nero has taken a big jump in quality, and today Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through four wines to see what's up. Wines of Sicily tasted in this episode: 2005 Terre Borboniche Nero d'Avola; Regaleali Rosso; Morgante Nero d'Avola, and 2002 Tasca d'Almerita Rosso Del Conte.

Jan. 14, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Wild White Wines - Episode #386

Gary Vaynerchuk always says that white wines are dissed and deserve so much more credit for what they bring to the table! Gary today attacks some of the cooler whites in the shop! Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Venge Family Napa Bianco Spettro; 2006 Palmina California Tocai Friulano, and 2006 St. Cosme Cotes Du Rhone Blanc.

Jan. 15, 2008

[Robin Garr]

California Pinot Noir Tasting - Episode #387

Gary Vaynerchuk notices a shocking trend and wonders what all the fuss is still about when it comes to the grape that Hollywood made famous. Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Coppola Director's Cut California Pinot Noir; 2006 Lily Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir; 2006 Patz & Hall Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, and 2006 Breggo Pinot Noir Anderson Valley.

Jan. 16, 2008

[Robin Garr]

Joanne From RocketBoom Comes to Hang Out and Taste - Episode #388

Joanne Colan from RocketBoom comes to the WineLib and hangs with Gary Vaynerchuk. WineLibraryTV is looking forward to having more Web 2.0 Guests in 2008, and Joanne is our first guest! We picked three wines that we think might hit Joanne's palate. Wines tasted in this episode: 2004 Rousset Crozes Hermitage Rouge; 2004 Finca Sandoval Spain, and 2000 Legras St Vincent Brut.

Jan. 17, 2008

[Robin Garr]

The Bonarda Grape Shines On Saturday - Episode #389

Gary Vaynerchuk sheds some light on a very under-the-radar grape, and get this: It's under $5. Yes, five bones! Wine tasted in this episode: 2006 Altos Las Hormigas Bonarda Mendoza Colonia Las Liebres.

Jan. 19, 2008

Darn, I cant believe I missed this episode....

[Robin Garr]

Darn, I cant believe I missed this episode....

The timing was unusual ... they skipped Friday and aired it on Saturday. It's still online, though! Just clickie the linkie!