In this episode we continue our exploration of Idaho food and wine pairings.  Learn about Idaho’s most widely grown red wine varietals and the key factors that go into pairing them with food.  These helpful tips and recommendations will inspire you in your food and wine pairing journey.  Experiment on your own and have fun! […]

In this episode we explore the magic that happens when you pair food with wine.  Learn about Idaho’s most widely grown white wine varietals and the key factors that go into pairing them with food.  These helpful tips and recommendations will inspire you in your food and wine pairing journey.  It’s going to be fun! […]

Idaho is an emerging wine region that has some tough obstacles to face. In this episode Michelle discusses four challenges that Idaho must respond to in order to compete in the global wine industry. Related Links 005: The Summer of Rosé with Will Wetmore of Hat Ranch Winery Contact Michelle m@michelleleonardson.com A Note From Michelle: […]

Hailey Minder is the assistant winemaker at Telaya Wine Co. and she is the owner and winemaker at 3100 Cellars, which is Idaho’s first sparkling only winery.  In this episode Hailey shares her journey into the world of wine while giving valuable tips for those interested in the pursuit of wine education. Winery Links 3100 […]

For the past three years your host Michelle Leonardson has attended Savor Idaho, the largest wine event in Idaho by invitation of the Idaho Wine Commission.  In turn, she has invited Boise-area photographer, Brittany Rosenthal, and together they have captured the event through pen and lens on the Where the Wine Is blog.  In this […]

Will Wetmore is the assistant winemaker for Hat Ranch Winery and Vale Wine Co.  He is also pioneering a new label under the Veer Wine Project, his solo enterprise.  In this episode Will and host Michelle discuss the deliciousness of rosé and the 2016 event that led to its popularity in Idaho.  They also address […]

Having been repeatedly asked, “Why should I care about Idaho wine?”  Michelle tackles the question with a discussion about the history of the United States wine industry and Idaho’s surprising role.  By the end of this episode you will know where the Idaho wine industry began, what lead to its rise and why it is […]

Moya Shatz Dolsby is the Executive Director of the Idaho Wine Commission and in this episode, she talks with host Michelle Leonardson about the growing Idaho wine industry. *This post contains affiliate links. After a college internship with the Washington Wine Industry, Moya moved up the ranks to become event coordinator for the prestigious Taste […]

Ken Rufe is the winemaker and owner of winery Cellar 616.  In this episode, he describes the relationship between wine and art and the influence it has on his winemaking style and where he showcases his wines. *This post contains affiliate links. Though the Cellar 616 production facility is not open to the public you […]

Von Potter is the winemaker and visionary of Potter Wines.  He has turned his hobby into his profession alongside Crystal, his partner in the wine biz (and in life).  Von has crafted traditional award-winning wines, though Potter Wines are best known for their Jalapeno Wine and best-selling Jalapeno Wine Lemonade. *This post contains affiliate links. […]