[2021 - Season 9 Episode 339] This week, we share the story of a grape grower and a winemaker teaming up for some unique boutique wine, as well as the tale of this year's "Idaho Winery of the Year."
This week's guests share the stories of Wautoma Springs Winery of Prosser, and Vine 46 Wines of Lewiston.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Do you use social media? Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @NorthwestWineNight.
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 338] We get a little rustic on this episode, first with a trip out west to a beautiful, wine producing canyon. Then we head out to the barn for some beer (well, at least we open the barn door for these delicious suds).
This week's guests share the stories of Wawawai Canyon Winery of Uniontown, and Barn Door Brewing of Dundee.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." And if you use social media, be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @NorthwestWineNight.
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 337] We have some really fun stories to tell this week, including the story of a woman from England who found herself starting over...in wine and in life. Her story will both inspire, and make you laugh at loud a time or two! And we'll share the story of a longtime winery being hnded over to the "kids."
This week's guests share the stories of Willful Wine of Portland, and Woodward Canyon Wine of Lowden.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." If you use social media, you can follow the show on both Instagram and Facebook @NorthwestWineNight.
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 336] A historic air field is the setting for delicious wine these days. We visit this unique spot in central Washington this week, plus we share the story of one of Seattle's first urban distilleries.
This week's guests share the stories of Airfield Estate Winery of Sunnyside, and 2Bar Spirits of Seattle.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 335] On this week's show, we go on another fun wine tour here in the Northwest. Our first stop lands us a top a beautiful ridge, and our second story takes place where you get a new take on some French and Italian varieties.
This week's guests share the stories of Raptor Ridge Winery of Newberg, and Jovenea Cellars of Lewiston.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 334] A Viking and Voldemort (from Harry Potter) walk into a bar. And the beverages they order are so unique, we'll spend this episode telling you about them. r promise, the jokes get better in the actual show!
This week's guests share the stories of Valdamar Estate Wine of Walla Walla, and Oppegaard Meadery of Tukwila.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 333] How about a front row seat to a distilling operation run by women how not only know how to have fun, but make a delicious product? Then we'll meet the winemaker who strives for a "classically styled" wine while being real and down to Earth.
This week's guests share the stories of Freeland Spirits of Portland, and Co Dinn Cellars of Sunnyside.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 332] We meet some new friends in one of the younger wine regions of the Northwest this week for a wine story that takes place in a canyon. And we enjoy some wine "island style" in a place you'll want to visit soon.
This week's guests share the stories of Clearwater Canyon Cellars of Lewiston, and Eagle Harbor Wine Company of Bainbridge Island.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 331] You would normally associate this place with lots of color besides purple! You'll enjoy the flower farm that's also a full service winery, and meet a group of spirit producers that claim to put the "power of the sun in every bottle."
This week's guests share the stories of Wooden Shoe Vineyards of Woodburn, and Solar Spirits Distillery of Richland.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 330] We make a return visit to one of the best known wine schools in the state, where students are learning every aspect of wine production...from stem to bottle and beyond. And then we're off to learn what an all-female production team is putting in their bottles.
This week's guests share the stories of Yakima Valley Vintners of Yakima, and DAMA Wines of Walla Walla.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 329] You'll sit, stay, and even bark after hearing the story of how some lovable labs became the inspiration for a wine operation. And well take you to a beautiful estate winery in central Washington to share its unique story.
This week's guests share the stories of Two Bad Labs Vineyards of Lewiston, and Whitman Hill Winery of Zillah.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week."
Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 328] On this episode of the show, we're going to take you to one of the busiest urban winery centers on the west coast, where we meet some really "hip" chicks. We also explore the world of hard seltzer for the first time in show history!
This week's guests share the stories of Hip Chicks Do Wine of Portland and San Juan Seltzer of Seattle.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 327] It may seem like the desert, but this place is more of like an oasis! One this episode, take a tour of a wine country destination! Also, we take you to one of Oregon's most beautiful vineyards, where we hear about the opportunity to become an owner.
This week's guests share the stories of Desert Wind Winery of Prosser, and Willamette Valley Estates of Turner.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Winemaker Kerry Shiels of Cote Bonneville has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 9 Episode 326] Are you ready for some football? We kick off the 9th Season of Northwest Wine Radio with a very familiar face to the game...and the grapes.
This week's guests share the stories of Bledsoe Family Winery of Walla Walla, and Great Notion Brewing of Portland.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Winemaker Kerry Shiels has a food pairing in "Bites & Bottles," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 324] History, heritage, and a lot of ladies await you when you visit a unique wine operation that's been around in some form or another since the 1850s.
This week's guests share the stories of Lady Hill Winery of St. Paul, Baer Winery of Woodinville, and Terramarr Brewstillery in Edison.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 323] Our first guest on today's show tells the story of a family who moved from Tennessee to the Wenatchee Valley over 100 years ago, with the idea of growing fruit. Fortunately for all of us, that fruit eventually included grapes!
This week's guests share the stories of Fielding Hills Winery of East Wenatchee, Kerry Hill Winery of Wilder, and Panther Creek Cellars of Yamhill.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 322] Whether you like 'em medium or full bodied, there's a red for you waiting in a unique, central Washington orchard.
This week's guests share the stories of Stemilt Creek Winery of Wenatchee and Williamson Vineyards of Caldwell.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 321] Let's head to the farm to meet a trio of favorites: Noir, Blanc, and Gris. And watch out for that winemaker who's crazy like a fox!
This week's guests share the stories of Fox Farm Vineyards of Dundee, Tertulia Cellars of Walla Walla and Abbalone Vineyard of Eugene.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 320] When you head to Washington's Lake Chelan for wine tasting, keep in mind there are many different wine towns around the perimeter of the lake. One of those fun places to visit is Manson!
This week's guests share the stories of Tipsy Canyon Winery of Manson, Brian Carter Cellars of Woodinville, and members of the Cascade Brewers Guild.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 319] This week on the show, we explore some of the first vines to produce wine here in the Northwest, and get a fun history lesson in the process!
This week's guests share the stories of Sagemoor Vineyards of Pasco, HV Cellars of Winston, and Goose Ridge Vineyards in the Columbia Valley.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 318] Our first guest used his vacation time early-on for internships in California, before building his own wine homestead here in the Northwest.
This week's guests share the stories of Hat Ranch Winery of Caldwell, Baer Winery of Woodinville, and Dion Vineyard of Cornelius.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 317] Ready to get away? Actually, many of us are feeling safe getting outside and sipping wine, and have we found a few perfect places to do just that!
This week's guests share the stories of Brigadoon Vineyards of Junction City, JB Neufeld Wine of Yakima, and Flying Bike Coop Brewing of Seattle.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 316] Our first stop on today's show is a vineyard with quite a history. When the first plantings were put in the ground, no one knew what might actually grow, so they planted a little of just about everything!
This week's guests share the stories of Sagemoor Vineyards of Pasco, Hightower Cellars of Benton City, and Rivers Edge Winery of Elkton.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 315] One of our guests on this week's show is doing her best to simply offer the best wine she makes. It's because she only makes one red, and one white wine!
This week's guests share the stories of One Wines of Chelan, Mount Si Winery of Snoqualmie, and Skagit River Brewing of Mount Vernon.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company visits with our "Drink of the Week." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com
[2021 - Season 8 Episode 314] For this week's show, we take you to downtown Portland, Oregon. That's where we find a fairly new winery operation. Where do they grow grapes in the Rose City? You'll have to listen for the official explanation!
This week's guests share the stories of Battle Creek Cellars of Portland, and Fremont Mischief of Seattle.
Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature. Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob." Thank you for listening, and remember, you can find out more about the show and listen to past episodes at NorthwestWineRadio.com.