Episode #88 – Viewer Appreciation Day with a Long Time Fan
Long time fan and passionate wine lover, Gary Mele, joins Gary Vaynerchuk on today's episode to pay tribute to the entire "Vayniac" community, which Mele embodies.
Wine tasted
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32 bones
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Michael Speer
1) Somethin uber duber expensive
2) Wine is an intangible magical beast that is so big and full encompassing of the human imagination that it can be tamed, beat down, or stopped. My first run in was my last year in college, and what interested me was not only how many wines there were, the prestige behind wine, but how challenging and personal wine can become when you try and get into it.-
Gary Mele
It really is fun!
over 1 year ago
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TheWineBibber
Wow! Great episode Garys!!!!!!
?OTD1: Bud Fox probably drank a wine that I can't afford! Haha!-
Gary Mele
Thanks,
Gary Mover 1 year ago
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chukhead-ted
incredible show. a great fan!
QOTD 1: he probably drank bud light
QOTD 2: this show and these fans transcend what is in the glass. incredible!-
Gary Mele
Thanks !
over 1 year ago
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Anita
Gary Mele you were a hit!! This was a great epiosde! I loved the story about "Sugar Ray"! I especially enjoyed the fact that you had kept your wine for so many years and that it actually has meaning to it!!! OH by the way that carpet was absouletly beautiful what a great memory for Gary V. Too bad we can't see anymore of you..
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Gary Mele
Thanks, You never know what the future holds.
over 1 year ago
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Atlwinelover
Without a doubt the most moving episode I've watched in 5 years. As a diehard lurked, I really appreciated his comments. He looks to be my age so, resonated even more.
Bud
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Gary Mele
Thanks Bud, It has a special meaning and feeling when you can move people.
over 1 year ago
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YoungDave
FANTASTIC down-to-Earth guest with wine passion in his humble DNA.
QOTD 1: I'm sure Fox and Gecco had the cash and status-boosting need to score something silly like some 1982 Mouton Rothschild, and since the film was made in 1987, they likely were foolish enough to pop it way, WAY too soon.
QOTD 2: What started as a little research project for an 18-year-old bartender became a lifelong passion for me, leading me to follow WLTV almost from episode 1, and later lead me to pass my certified Sommelier exams. Wine is a huge part of my life both professionally and socially, and I have SO much left to learn and explore. Here's to good wine and amazing company always.-
Gary Mele
Great luck in your future!
over 1 year ago
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Gary Mele
This is what GaryV has inspired me to do http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pfmlfoldba0&feat...
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arvino
nice video Gary, you inspire me! One day I love to have a sellar with that kind of personal memory's. thanx for sharing.
over 1 year ago
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Gary Mele
It's really not that difficult to build. If you inspire to build one, let me know and I will help you get started. My e-mail is fashion816@optonline.net
over 1 year ago
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Veronica
Thanks for sharing Gary! Looks like alot of love has gone into your cellar ~
over 1 year ago
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angelatcarlson
I'm glad I watched this one after #89 because it'll leave me with more fond memories of what it was all really about...passion for wine and the enthusiasm for life.
Thanks for representin' GM.
Daily Grape/Wine Library TV: RIP
And for the final Question of the Day: I love the mystery of wine because it brings people together. Wine is alive, ever-changing, evolving and we as fans of its allure become involved in that process. Together we move forward, refining our palates, discovering new flavors and the best part, sharing with our family & friends.And speaking of family, they totally brought it this year for my birthday:
2: 2007 Hoopes Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville Napa) This will be the featured wine at our holiday table as Hoopes is my mother's maiden name and it will go perfectly with steak. I think I'll save the second one for my 50th next year(These babies ain't cheap)
2009 R. Dubois & Fils Cote de Nuits-Villages Burgundy
2009 R. Dubois & Fils Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits Burgundy plus $50 for one of my local wine shops and another $50 for Spanish Table. Awesome!If any of y'all are ever in my neck o' the woods and wanna have a BYOB party, I'm game
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Gary Mele
Thanks, well said
over 1 year ago
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Phil Scribano
I really enjoyed this episode.It also was reminicent of me making wine with my father from the late 40's to 1969 when he passed away. I was impressed with Mele's knowledge of wines. His question of what I considered the mystery of wine tasting is to each of us.The big mystery to me is how does one cultivate the ability to pick out the smells and tastes that was not part of the wine's recipe, like smelling cedar or tasting caramel. I'm glad someone recognized Vaynerchuk how much he has contributed to people by teaching them how to better choose the wines they buy. From one to ten, I give Mele a ten.
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Gary Mele
Thanks, and do you have any of your fathers wine left?
over 1 year ago
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Cork-Less
Mystery of wine is that it is a living thing and when enjoyed with friends and family, it comes alive!! Cheers! Great episode to both Gary's. So sad it has to come to an end...
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Kathy Hughes
Ray is a superlative Vayniac rep ! Thanks Ray and thank YOU Gary for such a real, heartwarming, fun and interesting ep. Best, Naples Nana
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Gary Mele
Thanks
over 1 year ago
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Tyler
QOTD2: For me the term 'mystery' in and of itself sums up wine well for my conception of it. The complexities of the differences between various varietals, styles, and vintages, combined with the complexities of the traditions and culture and history associated with wine all make it a part of life that contains within itself nearly infinite possibilities of adventures and continuous learning and growing!
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Perri Noble
What a great guest. Thanks for representing all of us out here Gary!
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Gary Mele
As it turned out ,it was a real honor.
Thanksover 1 year ago
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