BOISE, Idaho — Wineries in Idaho want to build a following for their industry across the United States, but support needs to grow within state borders, where their market share stands at a mere 5.8 percent. That was one of the key messages Tuesday in Boise to kick off the Idaho Wine Commission's annual industry meeting, and its leader shared her approach when visiting … [Read more...] about Idaho wine industry gradually builds in-state market share
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Bitner Vineyards receives Idaho wine’s first sustainable certification
CALDWELL, Idaho - World-renowned entomologist Ron Bitner has become the first wine grape grower in Idaho to earn Low-Input Viticulture and Enology certification for sustainable agriculture. “I did it because we were already headed in that direction with our work with bees and background beneficial insects, but people are looking for wine that is sustainably produced,” Bitner … [Read more...] about Bitner Vineyards receives Idaho wine’s first sustainable certification
Jim Mitchell, winemaker for Idaho’s Miceli Vineyards, dies
NAMPA, Idaho - The Idaho wine industry is mourning one of its own. Jim Mitchell, a longtime winemaker and grape grower, died Jan. 16 at his home in Nampa. He was 70. Mitchell was the owner of Miceli Vineyards and Winery, which was the first winery in Owyhee County. Mitchell got into winemaking in 1998 in California's Paso Robles region. It started as a hobby when he … [Read more...] about Jim Mitchell, winemaker for Idaho’s Miceli Vineyards, dies
Idaho Wine Commission uses potatoes in clever video
BOISE, Idaho — California has Paso Man. Washington has The Recommendeuer. And now Idaho has come out with a hilarious video that pokes fun at its famous potatoes while also promoting its scrappy wine industry. The Idaho Wine Commission's video, "Idaho ... More Than Just Wine," was released late last week and has the entire West Coast wine industry buzzing. "Oh my god, I … [Read more...] about Idaho Wine Commission uses potatoes in clever video
Krause, Cinder Wines help turn Boise into wine country
GARDEN CITY, Idaho — At first, Melanie Krause wondered if life in arid Eastern Oregon would doom her relationship with her college boyfriend. It turned out to be the starting point for one of Idaho's top winemakers. Krause, 36, gives much of the credit for the success of Cinder Wines in Boise to the five years of training she received while working for Chateau Ste. … [Read more...] about Krause, Cinder Wines help turn Boise into wine country