70s Spots: Lancers Wine (Franklin Cover, 1970) & Gallo Wine (Peter Ustinov, 1974)

“For the good life.” Let’s tip back a few with commercials for Lancers and Gallo wine. The first glass features Franklin Cover (The Jeffersons) for Lancers and aired in September of 1970. The second glass stars Peter Ustinov (Logan’s Run) … Continue reading →

Daily 70s Spot #414: Lancers Wine (1974)

“Lancers – all the wine the world needs.” Watch this Lancers wine commercial in awe as the spokesperson blends seamlessly from rosé to white, then to red, without so much as pausing for a sip. The spot aired in December … Continue reading →

Saturday 70s Spots: Gatorade & Swiss Colony Wine (1975)

“You should have seen this terrace when I was a bachelor. Every night, girls in satin pant-suits, see-through blouses, and lots of imported wine.” I hope everyone has recovered from their holiday feasting. As you kick back relaxing and reminiscing, … Continue reading →

Rad Ads: Peter Ustinov For Gallo Wine (1975)

“I urge you to try it.” I can’t look at Peter Ustinov and not think of Logan’s Run. Peter Ustinov For Gallo Wine originally appeared in the August 11, 1975 issue of New York magazine. (Source: New York) Previously on … Continue reading →

Daily 70s Spot: Henri Marchant Cold Duck Champagne (1970)

“A bubbly marriage of sparkling Burgundy and extra-dry Champagne.” Time to get a bit tipsy with our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a slightly strange commercial for Henri Marchant Cold Duck Champagne featuring anthropomorphic news anchor, Harvey Mallard. A Walter Cronkite … Continue reading →

Daily 70s Spot: Sid Caesar for Crista Bella Wine (1978)

“For all your happy hours.” Let’s drink up our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a humorous commercial for Crista Bella wine starring actor-comedian Sid Caesar. In the 70s, you saw Caesar in Grease and Airport 1975. Spot aired in May of … Continue reading →