We’ve all played the party game before, now lets play with wine! Featuring: Moordernaarskloof Chenin Blanc 2021, Villa Maria Taylors Pass Pinot Noir 2018, and Bonnet Cotton Brouilly 2022.By New Wine Who Dis?

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil venture to yet another wine region and this time in another country, featuring wines from Shelley's homeland, Canada! Today's wines are a benchmark of excellence reaching an upper elevation, if you will, while raising the bar of Okanagan wines. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #Persnickety #EasterEgg Wines …

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil continue to venture into wine regions unknown to them and many as they sit down with Jerry Eisterhold, owner and founder of TerraVox, a Missouri winery! We always are talking about how important it is to venture outside what you're used to drinking and this episode is a perfect example of that. These wines are aM…

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil sit down with great friends, Heidi and Chris Cochran, all the way from Little Falls, New York and taste through three wines from the Finger Lakes Region of New York, in honor of Finger Lakes Wine Month. But wait, we're still technically in the middle of Washington Wine month, too (at lease until tomorrow), so we …

In todays episode, we're going to school as we sit down with long time Professor of Geology at Whitman College, Kevin Pogue, who walk us through the Missoula Floods, serving up this information from a firehose! Kevin has had a hand in so many of the AVA's in Washington, even working with one of today's sponsors, Rocky Pond and one of next weeks spo…

In todays episode, we sit down with long time friend, Brad Binko, winemaker for Eternal Wine and Drink Washington State. Brad has some exciting news to share on this episode as we taste through three of his amazing wines! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #GiveItaTwirl Wines this episode: 2019 Eternal Wine Patience Roussanne ($39 at the winery…

Talking orange wine, the trendy new-old style. Featuring: Buccia Nera Pa’Ro Bianco 2022, Metamorphika Macabeu Orange 2021, and Gabriel’s Wine 2020.By New Wine Who Dis?

In todays episode, we have to work through some issues, mainly Phil forgetting to hit 'record' when we started the episode with our guests, Rich and Jenn Perry from 3D Kitchens by Design! But once we got started again, we DO have a party with them while tasting through 5 wines as we honor the 2nd week of the 2nd Washington Wine Month! #HappyFriday!…

In todays episode, we kick off the second Washington Wine Month in style as we're sipping on three incredible wines from the Evergreen State! Tune in as we explore the best of Washington wine country and get ready to raise a glass for National Drink White Wine Day this Sunday! Wines this episode: 2022 Browne Family Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 🥰 2021 S…

Get ready to sip into the sunshine with us as we celebrate the upcoming Albariño Day and Week! In this episode, we're shining the spotlight on two stunning Washington Albariños from the Yakima Valley, both from the fabulous 2022 vintage and both from long time friends of our podcast. Join us as we dive into the crisp, citrusy world of this Spanish …

In todays episode, we're visiting with Napa winemaker, and Massican Founder, Dan Petroski, while tasting through four of their amazing white wines while we learn about some of the Italian grape variatels they feature in their wines. This episode also includes another segment of our Wine Time Fridays Charity Sips, this time spotlighting Napa Green. …

There are many people in the anything-but-chardonnay camp, but we’re here to say, give Chardonnay a chance. Featuring: Domaine de l’Enclos Chablis 2022, Catena Alta Historic Rows Chardonnay 2020, and Poseidon Vineyard Estate Chardonnay 2019.By New Wine Who Dis?

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil dive back into the old world vs new world wines, in this case, Chardonnay as a part of our Wine Time Fridays series. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTIme! #Cheersing Click HERE to visit our Wine Time Fridays Series page. Wines this episode: 2019 Mira Winery Napa Valley Chardonnay ($55 at Wine Library) 🤩 We last featured Mi…

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil were up against the wall, painted into a corner, between a rock and a hard spot and on the horns of a dilemma, as well as any other cliché that you can think of because they recorded just moments before it published! But this episode is SO fun as we get to sample SEVEN wines from Paso Robles through the Sampl win…

In todays episode, we have set out to put a bow on Idaho Wine Month 2024 by tasting a very patriotic lineup of red, white and blue wines in honor of the upcoming 4th of July holiday here in the states. During this episode we'll be talking about the do's and do NOT's of visiting tasting rooms as well as some off the beaten path wines to try this sum…

In todays episode, we sit down with Split Rail Winery owner and winemaker, Jed Glavin, as we taste through four of their wines. This the third week of Idaho Wine Month and these wines represent some of the best wines you'll find in Idaho! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #BottleOfBeast #TacosDeLengua Wines this episode: 2023 Split Rail White …

The south of France is great and all, but there’s good Rosé from all over. Featuring: Balea Txakoli Rose 2022, Wolffer Summer in a Bottle 2022, and Arnot Roberts Rose 2022.By New Wine Who Dis?

In this episode, we dive into some Idaho wine history as we taste through a well-known Chardonnay along with an Idaho Grenache from our friends at Rivaura Estate Winery, on the second Friday of Idaho Wine Month. Grab a bottle, pour a glass, sit back and enjoy! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines this episode: 2022 Sonoma -Cutrer Chardonnay…

In this episode, Shelley and Phil sit down with Cara & Keelan Dickson with Rosemary Manor, a winery making wine in the most unlikely area, Post Falls, Idaho. This is truly a Boutique Winery continuing the family business, hoping their children will do the same. This is a fascinating conversation. They are making limited quantities but worth the pur…

In this episode, we put a bow on Oregon Wine Month by featuring a Pinot Noir from Chehalem we picked up at Seasons of Coeur d'Alene, one of our newest sponsors! It's been a month of delicious Oregon Pinot Noir's and fine Shiraz's. For the first time in seven weeks, there is no guest, it's just Shelley and Phil! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersin…

In this episode we're talking to the right-handed Blue Eyed Boy, Luke Marquis, the Global Sales Manager for Mollydooker, one of Shelley and Phil's all time favorite producers and where wine goes to have fun. From the visual of Mollydooker, to the smell and to the taste, Mollydooker is a making exquisite wines while creating a culture of fun. #Happy…

In this episode we continue to honor Oregon Wine Month by featuring Patricia Green Cellars with associate winemaker, Matthew Russell, and four of their wines. Oregon is very well known for making beautiful Pinot Noirs, and we'll taste three of them on this episode, but we lead off with an amazing Estate Chardonnay that will knock your socks off! #H…

Break free from the glass bottle. Featuring: Underwood The Bubbles [Can], Mai Vino Amber [Bag], and Neleman, Tempranillo - Monastrell [Bag-in-Box] 2020.By New Wine Who Dis?

The ever so popular Copper River Salmon are beginning to run! In this weeks episode, we're getting a masterclass in fishing and crabbing in Alaska with Sena Wheeler from Sena Sea as she walks us through their process of catching and shipping over some crab cakes and, you guessed it, Copper River Salmon! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #Pulmo…

In this weeks episode we welcome BACK Shelley, from her two week hiatus, as well as welcome Fly With Wine CEO, Ron Scharman. Ron tells the exciting story of Fly with Wine while we taste a delicious Pinot Noir from Patricia Green Cellars to kick off Oregon Wine month. We may even quickly taste a Sauvignon Blanc because today is Sauvignon Blanc Day! …

For the second time in two weeks, we go without Shelley (which may explain the few added expletives), but the show must go on. And go on we do with MJ "Love, peace and hot grease" Towler! Many people know MJ because of The Black Guy Wine Experience podcast but has recently rebranded to the Beats Vines and Life podcast. In this episode we talk brand…

For the first time in 138 episodes, Phil is flying solo without Shelley as she was down for the count, fighting the flu, during this recording. But we soldier on with Dustin Lewis, the Intermountain Regional Manager for Bogle Family Wine Collection, as we taste through SEVEN wines in their collection. Two of these wines are brand new to the market …

Talking about those Big, Bold Reds - you know who you are. Featuring: Wolffer Malbec 2022, Juggernaut Hillside Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, and Domaine Tempier Bandol “Lulu & Lucienne” 2020.By New Wine Who Dis?

On this episode, we have wine aplenty, song AND dance! Jeff Peda, Licensed Beverage Alcohol Professional (aka independant sales agent) and Maria Magdalena Sosa, Mele to her friends, join Shelley and Phil to taste through SIX featured wines from the renowned Bodega Garzón winery in Uruguay. And just in time for Tannat Day on Sunday, one of these gem…

On this episode, Shelley and Phil welcome back Andrew Allison with Cuvée Collective, along with his partner in crime, Cameron Roblee. Cuvée has pivoted from NFT's in Napa to helping people find the experience they're looking for through their Cuvée app! As they explain in this episode, "this is a Napa Winery Guide and Reservations app." Sounds good…

On this episode, we've got spring fever! Summer is on our minds and today we're tasting through wines that are ripe for summer drinking and three of these that pair perfectly with oysters, white fish, docks, decks and boats! Brent Charnley, winemaker at Lopez Island Vineyards, located in the Puget Sound AVA, shares his reasoning for building his wi…

On this episode, we taste through two Washington wines in week four of this Washington Wine Month of March, one a Viognier, in honor of Viognier day which is this coming Tuesday, and a Red Blend. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTIme! #Cheersing Wines this episode: 2022 Airfield Viognier ($15 at Pilgrims Market) 🤩 Townshend T3 ($17 at Fred Meyer) 😋 A HUGE tha…

We’re getting sparkly, but keeping it low-key with fried chicken for a delicious pairing. Featuring: Champagne Louis Regnier, Grande Réserve, Champagne Herve Rafflin, La Nature’l, and Champagne Etienne Calsac, L'échappée Belle.By New Wine Who Dis?

We delve into some unknown (or lesser known) wine regions to try three new and different wines. Featuring: Patricius Tokai Furmint 2017, Zulal Voskehat 2020, and Lechuza Playa Nebbiolo 2021.By New Wine Who Dis?

We all love Pinot Noir, so this seemed like a great place to start. Featuring: Brandborg Bench Lands Pinot Noir 2021, Scar of the Sea Pinot Noir 2020, and Philippe Pacalet Nuits-Saint-Georges 2014.By New Wine Who Dis?

On the third week of Washington Wine Month, as well as the first day of Taste Washington, today's episode is anything but foolish as we sit down with Jonathan Edelman and Dan Sogg, co-founders and winemakers at Foolhardy Vintners. The four of us are in three different states as we taste through four exquisite Foolhardy wines. Another episode with e…

In todays episode, we raise a glass (or four) in honor of International Riesling Day, which is this coming Wednesday, March 13! Today we're diving deep into the world of Riesling, exploring its fascinating history, styles and why it deserves a permanent spot on your wine rack. We've even incorporated another edition of Old World vs New World with R…

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil hop back on the guest train with Jared Funk, Assistant Winemaker and Viticulturist for Saviah Cellars. This is another episode full of history, full of knowledge and just enough of The Funk at the end in the big ass glass to put a bow on things. We're also having a Nebbiolo in honor of the upcoming Nebbiolo Day o…

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil kick off their NEXT 100 episodes! Because Global Nebbiolo Day is March 5th and Open That Bottle Night is tomorrow, we've decided to check off a number of boxes by opening a New World Nebbiolo (from Saviah Cellars) and two Old World Nebbiolo's (a Barbaresco and a Barolo). So much to talk about in this one! #HappyF…

Pop the cork! This is our 200th episode of Wine Time Fridays! Pour yourself a glass of your favorite Champagne and raise a toast along with us! In this extra special episode full of cheers, we open a Champagne, an Italian Syrah, in honor of Syrah Day and we review our Blending Experience at Northstar. Salud to 200 episodes of deep dives, laughs and…

In this episode, Shelley and Phil, as well as you the listener, are treated to a true music creator, inspired by each wine we're tasting through. Continuing the idea that Phil Mershon shared with us, in this episode, we explore the intersection of wine and music as Barry Aiken lays down a symphony of sound based on what he's tasting. Barry is no on…

In this episode, Shelley and Phil continue the streak of guests to begin the year by having Peju Winery Winemaker, Sara Fowler, on as a guest, and tasting through three of her magnificent wines, while learning all about her story! This episode has so many fun facts! Indeed, at least SEVEN of them! Remember, with a little bit of knowledge, wine beco…

In this captivating episode of Wine Time Fridays, Shelley and Phil share a delightful conversation with Andrew Gerow, one of the tri-founders of Tirriddis, who takes us on an educational journey! Tirriddis is making waves with their sensational sparkling wines, and in today's discussion, we delve deep into the fascinating world of sparkling wine gl…

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil welcome in the literary journey of J. Bookwalter Wines with John Bookwalter and Edward Holmes! In this episode, we dive into 40 vintages, savoring tales of "happy vines, happy wines" and toasting to Bookwalter founders Jerry and Jean Bookwalter. We are guided by John's transparent insights as well as unravel nos…

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil are back in a very unique Speakeasy, sitting across from our good friends, Joy and Curt Grady from Bottle Joy! But wait, we have a surprise special guest appearance, too! Who could it be? You'll have to listen! But we digress. Curt breaks out some very imaginative wines for this episode and they announce two new…

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil kick off the new year by reuniting with some familiar faces at Coeur d'Alene's hottest wine bar, Lola Wine Bar. Prepare to indulge your taste buds on the delightful combination of Champagne and French Fries, as we delve into this unique culinary celebration. Sommelier and Lola owner, Sam Lange, once again dazzle…

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil explain the 100 point industry wine rating system and the Wine Time Fridays rating system while talking about each of their top three wines of 2023. And did we mention a Veuve Clicquot Rosé is featured in honor of Champagne Day? #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines this episode: - Veuve Clicquot Brut Ros…

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil taste through couple of holiday wines, a White Burgundy and an Isenhower No 22 Holiday Red. Christmas is in three days! You better watch out! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #EnoughSkullduggery #BoxingDay101 Wines featured this episode: 2021 Maison Champy Cuvée Edmé Bourgogne ($39 at Bottle Joy)🤩 Isenhowe…

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil sit down and have a great conversation with Rocky Pond winemaker, Liz Keyser, while tasting through four of their amazing wines! In this episode we learn about the new Rocky Reach AVA, which is located along the Columbia River Gorge and was officially recognized this past July, as well as Liz's story and how Roc…

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil start getting merry and bright with wines that will go with any holiday and Christmas day, as well as talk about some other tips that might come in handy at this time of year! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #PeaceOnEarth #ElfReference #Holidayish #BowDownToWashington #GoDawgs #EasterEgg Wines featured th…