The McIntosh brothers are fourth-generation farmers in the Lewis-Clark Valley who branched out a decade ago to create Lindsay Creek Vineyards in the historic Lewiston Orchards of Idaho's Nez Perce County. They've learned about viticulture through Washington State University, and they lean on Washington for much of their wine program. This nicely aged example of this peppery red … [Read more...] about Lindsay Creek Vineyards 2014 Mourvèdre, Washington, $25
Idaho
Free Dog Wines 2019 Albariño, Snake River Valley, $18
Martin Fujishin and Teresa Moye of Fujishin Family Cellars in Idaho's Snake River Valley launched their brand as a tribute to Tess and all dogs who have been abandoned and those fortunate enough to have found home where they are loved. Fujishin's love for the racy Spanish white grape shows, starting in the vibrant aromas of quince paste, lemon/lime, white peach and hominy. … [Read more...] about Free Dog Wines 2019 Albariño, Snake River Valley, $18
Cinder Wines 2019 GSM Rosé, Snake River Valley, $23
One of the Northwest's most exciting producers branches out its rosé program with a third Rhône-inspired release, this one spearheaded by Melanie Krause's assistant winemaker, Hailey Alexander. Her work is blend of Grenache (9%), Syrah (67%) and Mourvèdre (24%) from Sawtooth and Williamson vineyards west of Idaho's state capital. Delicious fruitiness ranges from strawberry, … [Read more...] about Cinder Wines 2019 GSM Rosé, Snake River Valley, $23
Jovinea Cellars 2019 Dolcetto Rosé, Washington State, $20
Next year, winemaker Lisa Grigg and her husband, Michael, will celebrate the 10th anniversary of their move to the historic Lewis-Clark Valley with the goal to plant an estate vineyard in the town of Lenore, Idaho. In the meantime, they are working with growers throughout the region, such as Dwelley in the Walla Walla Valley for this Dolcetto rosé that brings a charming … [Read more...] about Jovinea Cellars 2019 Dolcetto Rosé, Washington State, $20
Camas Prairie Winery 2018 Huckleberry Mead, Idaho, $15
Best Buy! A decade ago, Jeremy Ritter purchased this historic brand in the college town of Moscow, Idaho. Five years ago, he moved about 30 miles east into the St. Joe National Forest town of Bovill while continuing a tradition of award-winning honey wine. Made from huckleberries and honey and nothing else, this mead pours into the glass a pink-hued-amber. The nose is exactly … [Read more...] about Camas Prairie Winery 2018 Huckleberry Mead, Idaho, $15