Episode #52 – Blind Tasting of Syrah From Around The World
Gary Vaynerchuk blind tastes three Syrah, also known as Shiraz, from different regions throughout the world while exploring its many different styles
Link mentioned: Myriad Cellars
Wines tasted
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Holmgirl
QOTD: Erm....looking at the other comments, I'll have to go with Pomegranates too. But I have tried Dragon fruit, but I didn't really LOVE it, as it were.
Last wine I had....a specialty wine from Ken Ridge, Red IceVine. Thick like an icewine but more flavor and depth. Good chillled slightly. I like it, which surprises me, cause I am not a fan of white ice wine. -
Zack Shearin
Lychee! That and figs. The last bottle I had was a 2009 Saintsbury "Garnet" Pinot Noir.
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Chris Henderson
Great blind tasting. Fruit for me is the pomegranate. Recent wine from tonight was a cheapo...Lucky Duck Riesling. Cellar tracker has the gory details, but bottom line was myeh. Bland.
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JayZee
Nice blind tasting - I didn't think that you could pull off a blind tasting of three wines in 10 minutes or less and not short-change the content - I was wrong. Kudos.
QOTD: passionfruit, weirdly delicious but somewhat difficult to eat. Monday night we had a bottle of 1998 Chapellet Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa. It was lovely and elegant.
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Alex Zelinka
I love love LOVE the blind tasting episodes! Bring on some more blind tastings!!!! I can not remember what who made the last wine I had, but it was a Pinot Noir from California. It was a bit over the top for me.
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CrewCutter
Love the blind tasting episodes.
Last wine I had was a 2010 Margui Rose. A bit lighter than a Tavel, but had a nice, long finish. -
Alex Savoie
Last night had a Tavel rosé with lamb chops. Now I can understand most people saying : say what?
But with the hot weather a heavy red was not in the cards last night and I must state here that rosé most of the time is at its best by itself in a hat afternoon, back from work type of environment but serious rosé like Tavel can pait great with bbqed meats on a hot day.Pomegranite in a arugula or spinach salad is the bomb.
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JRob RRV
Last wine I had was the 2010 Rochioli PN Rose. Not entirely Summer-like yet, but its a beautiful Rose to enjoy in any way or time. On the topic of exotic fruit, I would say Pomegranates and Tangerines, as I grew up with them both in my yard. To me they consequently weren't that exotic, but I wanted to bring a fruit up so there you go. I like avocados a lot. Always wanted a tree or two..
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Will Phelps
Kiwi is probably as weird as I get, and last night I had a strange white blend from Bear Flag Winery - it was actually pretty tasty - good acidity and plenty going on for under $10. Great packaging too http://www.bearflagwine.com/
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Aspiring Gentleman
Rhubarb! If you haven't chewed on it raw try it; it will remind you of some wines you've probably disliked.
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Tom Bexton
I'm back!
Been busy Gary, sorry! Nice to see you on form with the BT! QOTD: Pomegranate? Don't get it, I'm surprised Syrah has had a dip in the USA - its such a fantastic grape in my opinion. Am drinking Fleurie tonight - its real nice as well. 09 vintage
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