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Idaho Press: Why the Treasure Valley has an abundance of hops and grapes

Idaho grows more than potatoes. Hidden in fields and acres of green lie two gems that the Treasure Valley is well equipped to produce: grapes and hops.

Idaho Press: Idaho  ice wine freezes out the competition.

With over 200 entries, an increase of more than 20% from last year’s competition, nine judges worked hard to highlight the best of the best, calling out familiar Idaho classics and new wineries as well. As a judge for this event, I look forward to tasting the new crop of local wines with fresh eyes where I only know the varietal used to craft the wine. This takes away preconceived notions of producers, expected quality, and allows for the wines to truly shine through their own merits. And it gives me the inside scoop of which wines showcase the best of our great state.

KTVB:  Women in Wine: Coiled Wines’ Leslie Preston

After studying abroad in France and working in Napa Valley, Boise native Leslie Preston returned to her roots to continue her passion in wine.

KTVB: Women in Wine: Cinder Wine’s head winemaker Melanie Krause

GARDEN CITY, Idaho — June is Idaho Wine and Cider Month. To honor the skill, KTVB is highlighting the stories of women in the Gem State who are making their mark on the industry, in the series: Women in Wine.

SIP NORTHWEST MAGAZINE: Top 5 Dog Friendly Northwest Drinking Destinations

Head to Idaho’s capital for sunshine and great sips.

Wine Business Monthly – Savor Idaho Wine Event Features Diverse Array of the State’s Wineries, Draws Big Crowd

The friendly hospitality and laid back atmosphere of Idaho wineries was on full display during the Idaho Wine Commission’s 13th annual Savor Idaho event at the Idaho Botanical Garden on June 11.

Idaho Business Review – Idaho leads the nation for growth in regional cider brands 

June is Idaho Wine & Cider Month, celebrating Idaho’s success as a rapidly growing and nationally recognized wine and cider region. Throughout June, wineries and cideries across the state will host special events, offer promotions, and the industry’s popular Savor Idaho wine tasting event comes to the Idaho Botanical Garden on June 11.

Great Northwest Wine – Unique Approach To Ice Wine Leads To Win For Nederend, Koenig Vineyards

CALDWELL, Idaho — There’s a rich tradition of exquisite dessert wines made with Williamson Vineyard Riesling at Koenig Vineyards, but it’s rare to see a multiple vintage expression of ice wine produced anywhere in the world, much less the Snake River Valley.

Great Northwest Wine – Riesling Ice Wine By Koenig Vineyards Rules Idaho Judging Again

CALDWELL, Idaho — It was no shock to see the storied Riesling ice wine program at Koenig Vineyards win best of show in the 2023 Idaho Wine & Cider Competition — the third time in the past decade.

Beverage Master – The Return of Community Ciders

In the Pacific Northwest, some cideries take local apples and use them to create community cider-based ciders, with the profits often donated to a designated local charity. Following are some examples of PNW cideries’ community cider programs.