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Northwest Cider Association – 2023 NW Cider Cup Winners Announced
2023 NW Cider Cup winners were announced, at Polaris Hall in Portland, Oregon. Simultaneously, results of this competitive showdown of cider and perry excellence streamed live on Northwest Cider Association’s instagram feed.
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.
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.
VoyageOhio – Hidden Gems: Meet Moya Dolsby of Idaho Wine Commission
Born in Seattle, Washington, I grew up near Woodinville wine country. I have one sister who is three years younger. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband and two daughters. My parents were married for 27 years and got divorced after my sister left for college. Both of my parents still live in the Seattle area. I attended Monroe High School and was involved in my community. My last two years of high school, I missed a third of the year for the various clubs/boards I sat on. I still have a recurring dream that I don’t know where my classes are since I was gone so much.
Wine Enthusiast – In Idaho’s Snake River Valley, a High-Altitude, Cold-Climate Oasis
Skiers, fly-fishers and outdoor sports enthusiasts have long flocked to Idaho’srugged mountains and desert plateaus, but in recent years, the Gem State is burgeoning into a hotspot for enophiles. Officially becoming an AVA in 2007, the Snake River Valley is home to a plethora of grape varieties, from late-ripening reds to cold-loving whites.
Great Northwest Wine – Huston Vineyards: 2023 Idaho Winery Of The Year
CALDWELL, Idaho — Gregg and Mary Alger can tell a winery story that many owners would cherish — plant vines, launch two brands, raise children and transition into a second-generation business.
Great Northwest Wine – Rolling Hills Vineyard: 2023 Idaho Winery To Watch
GARDEN CITY, Idaho — Mark Pasculli graduated from one of the wine industry’s most respected universities, but he didn’t go to Fresno State for viticulture or enology.
Great Northwest Wine – Idaho Wine Commission Celebrates More Vines, Unveils New Logo
This year, the Idaho Wine Commission moved its annual meeting to the Nampa Civic Center. The day before, its virtual meeting touched on mental health among agricultural workers, climate change and weather, advocacy opportunities and legislative challenges for the industry.
City Lifestyle Magazine – An Idaho Wine Backstage Pass
Idaho has received increasing recognition nationwide as it becomes a destination for wine enthusiasts like myself. The Idaho Wine Commission’s 2022 Wine Boot Camp was an exclusive, backstage pass to the concert of wine making. Getting behind the scenes, we stepped into the shoes of the local grape growers and winemakers over a fun-filled two-days of unique compositions from a variety of wine artists. We experienced the incredible orchestration required to transform an unassuming fruit to a fascinatingly complex beverage. We indulged not only in delicious wine, but in the information that poured from knowledgeable, passionate winery owners.
SIP Magazine – BELLY WARMERS THAT CELEBRATE THE END OF WINTER
As the Pacific Northwest thaws out from an unexpected late winter, the rain and daffodils sprouting signify that spring is around the corner. So what are some good drinks for imbibing during this transition from winter ice to spring rains?