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Hemispheres – Women Are Leading Idaho’s Growing Snake River Valley Wine Scene

The crop most associated with Idaho is, of course, the potato, but as the American wine industry seeks out new AVAs, the Gem State has proved to be a bit of a treasure. In particular, a number of women winemakers who came to the profession later in life have been leading the state’s viticultural revolution.

Idaho6 News – Made in Idaho: Shopping local for the holidays

Idaho is full of great makers and bakers, so whatever you buy local, you’re sure to have takers!

Wine With Paige – Women in Wine: Beverly Williamson of Williamson Orchards & Vineyards

Williamson Orchards and Vineyards, located in the heart of the Sunnyslope Wine Trail, has been family owned and operated for generations. What started off as a family homestead, is now a thriving orchard, well-known grape grower, and award-winning winery. 

Post Register – Late start but strong finish for Idaho wine grapes

Idaho’s grape growing season was delayed because of the wet, cool spring, but warm temperatures that lasted through much of October helped fruit continue to ripen, said Idaho Wine Commission Executive Director Moya Shatz-Dolsby.

Idaho Farm Bureau Federation – Late start but strong finish for Idaho wine grapes

Idaho’s wine grape growing season got off to a late start this year because of a cool, wet spring, but warm summer temperatures that lasted into late fall resulted in a strong finish.

“It’s been a very good year,” said Caldwell winemaker Martin Fujishin, owner of Fujishin Family Cellars. “I’m pleased with how things came in and yields were definitely up.”

Lonely Planet – Connect with Boise, Idaho in one perfect day

White water rafting in the summer and skiing in the winter, Idaho could be a great adventure destination for our Best in Travel list. And if adventure is what brings you to Boise, we won’t fault you.

The Seattle Times – The 20 best Northwest wines of 2022 

Cinder Wines 2021 dry viognier, Snake River Valley, $28: Ste. Michelle alum Melanie Krause annually produces an array of gems in Idaho, and her viognier serves as a benchmark for its tropical nose, fleshy midpalate and lemony-ginger finish.

The Seattle Times – The Northwest’s 20 best wines for under $20 

THE MONSON FAMILY of Goose Ridge Vineyards near Richland wasted almost no time in hiring winemaker Maurine Johnson, who became a free agent three years ago in the wake of one of the largest transactions in the history of the U.S. wine industry.

MSN – The Fun Never Ends in Boise: The West’s Best-Kept Secret

Boise may be known for its famous potatoes, but there is so much more to this vibrant city. The food and art scene is thriving…

MSN – Step Aside Vegas, Boise Is Ready To Host Your Next Weekend Getaway

Looking for a weekend getaway that offers the perfect mix of city amenities and small-town charm? Look no further than Boise, Idaho. Getaways to and from “The City of Trees” are easier than ever, with 26 direct flights from cities across the US and 200 days of sunshine. Over 1 million visitors are flocking to the city, eager for a getaway full of fresh air and adventure.

Kitsap Sun – Exploring Idaho’s wine offerings on two wheels and four

Merging wine tasting and bike riding on a sunny fall day without fear of motor vehicles sounded like heaven. And it was.

Best Life – The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Visit for Wine Lovers

CALIFORNIA ISN’T THE ONLY PLACE FOR WORLD-RENOWNED WINES ANYMORE. 

Wine With Paige – Boise Wineries: A Wine-Soaked Adventure in Idaho

Boise Wineries: Your Guide to Boise Urban Wineries & The Sunnyslope Wine Trail in the Snake River Valley AVA

Veranda – The 8 Best Under-the-Radar Travel Destinations for Wine Lovers

Whether you want to travel just a few miles or across the globe, add these sommelier-selected spots to your bucket list.

BoiseDev – Wine commission ends push to change Ada Co. law on tasting rooms. But it might try another approach

After months of tense discussions between the Ada County Commissioners, the Idaho Wine Commission and residents of the small wine region in the Eagle Foothills, the wine commission has stepped back from lobbying for changes to the county’s regulations. Instead, the group is now considering state legislation to roll back regulations on wine and beer sales in Idaho. 

Hello Meridian – Idaho Wine Industry 

With over 70 wineries and 1,300 planted acres, Idaho is known as one of the fastest-growing wine regions in the country, with natural resources to sustain world-class vineyards and wineries statewide.

The Wine Siren- The Fastest Growing Wine Region in United States: Idaho Wine

The intrigue of the fastest growing wine region in the United States led me on a journey to learn more about Idaho Wine. I left Napa on a very hot Friday afternoon to fly to the land of the unknown. I’d never traveled to Idaho but was inspired to learn it was the fastest-growing wine region in the United States. Pretty compelling stuff, particularly when you consider wine today is made in every state in the union.  

Idaho Business Review – Development and weather pose pressing issues for Idaho wineries

After the past two years, Idaho’s wine industry is popping the cork on what it hopes will be a normal summer. 

According to statistics from the Idaho Wine Commission, Idaho now has more than 75 wineries, which harvest more than 2,000 tons of grapes every year, producing more than 300,000 gallons of wine annually. Altogether, Idaho’s vineyards and wineries have an estimated annual impact of $210 million. 

PROJECT FARE – The Idaho beverage industry: Behind the solar power curve?

On a sultry day in early June, the front lawn of the Hells Canyon and Zhoo Zhoo winery feels like a tiny slice of Tuscany transported to Caldwell, Idaho. Soft music plays, sunlight falls gracefully through tree canopies, and the twisting length of the Snake River is visible far beyond the grapevines. It’s deeply serene. But the winery has an open secret: Both the wine and ambiance are made possible by solar power.

BoiseDev – Dude DeWalt Cellars on Highway 16 earns green light to become event center

On Tuesday, Ada County Commissioners voted to allow Dude DeWalt Cellars on Highway 16 to become an event center on top of their winery approval with a few compromises. This comes after an hours-long, late-night hearing earlier this month where the board heard dueling appeals from both a nearby neighbor hoping for heavy restrictions on the winery and from the owner who wanted the ability to host more and larger events on the property.