256 - Savoring the Flavors of Washington: A Magical Wine Journey with Cinda Allen

In todays episode, week two of the first Washington Wine Month, we're thrilled to welcome Cinda Allen, sales rep for Idaho Wine Merchant, as we sip and savor five exceptional wines, all available right here in North Idaho. Cinda shares captivating stories from her wine journey, and we dive into the unique characteristics of each bottle. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #PopOfBubbles #SheMakesNoise #PhilPas 

Wines this episode:

• NV Treveri Cellars Blanc de Blanc Brut ($16 at the winery) 🥰
• 2023 Elk Cove Vineyards Pinot Gris ($23 at the winery) 🥰
• 2021 Walla Walla Vintners Merlot ($35 at the winery) 🤩
• 2021 Brook and Bull Malbec ($45 at the winery) 🤩
• 2020 Saviah Cellars The Jack Syrah ($18 at the winery) 🤩

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Pilgrim's Market, Eternal Wine and CDA Gourmet!

Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy.

Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day and weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!

CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing product as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated

The Rivaura Wine Words of the Week - Cover Crops Cover crops are plants grown between vineyard rows to enhance soil health, reduce erosion, and promote biodiversity. These crops play a crucial role in sustainable vineyard management.

Rivaura: There’s a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d’Alene! They will be open on Fridays and Saturday's until Spring 2025! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019!

Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Dashe Zinfandel, Gait Chardonnay, Ashes & Diamonds Cabernet Sauvignon, L'Ecole No 41 Chenin Blanc, Lucien Lardy Fleurie 'Les Roches', Château Maubert Bordeaux Rosé, Rivaura Syrah and Domaine Chēne Père et Fils Bourgogne Pinot Noir.

Mentions: Kevin Olsonberg, Jess Balsimo, Tirriddis, Jürgen Grieb, F.W. Langguth Winery, Mike Januik, Jimmy D's Cafe, Naomi Boutz, Krista French, Andrea Robinson, M.S., The Business Zone, Joe Campbell, Adam Campbell, Victoria Peterson, Lisa Hatch-Tussing, North Idaho Sparklers, Ashley Trout, Rolling Hills Vineyards, Luke Marquis, Mollydooker, Richard Funk, Jared Funk, Andrew Gerow, Jeff Peda, Page Comrie, Victor Palencia, Susan Brown-Aaron, Dineen Vineyards and Gruet Winery.

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