This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! In the mid-2000s Sawtooth Winery winemaker Meredith Smith heard the empowering quote “pay attention to what you pay attention to” and thus began her inspiring journey into the Idaho wine industry. *This post contains affiliate links. In the twentieth episode of the Where the Wine Is podcast, Michelle interviews Smith along with Tasting Room Manager […] The post 020: Empower Your Passion | the Women and Wines of Sawtooth Winery appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

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020: Empower Your Passion | the Women and Wines of Sawtooth Winery

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! Are you ready to visit Idaho’s wine country in the beautiful Snake River Valley AVA?  In this episode of Where the Wine Is, let yourself be whisked away to the wineries of Idaho’s southwestern wine region.  As a nearly lifelong Idahoan, your host Michelle Leonardson reveals her 5 star recommendations for where you should stay, […] The post 019: Plan Your Visit to Idaho Wine Country | Southwestern Snake River Valley appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

019: Plan Your Visit to Idaho Wine Country | Southwestern Snake River Valley

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all!   Is Idaho wine really on the rise? In this episode Michelle embarks on a fascinating discussion with Karen McMillin, Certified Specialist of Wine and Estate Brand Manager for Hayden Beverage Co.  Hear the distributor’s perspective on what’s current, what’s to come and what other industry professionals want to know about Idaho wine. You won’t […] The post 018: An Insider’s Perspective | Industry Buzz with Karen McMillin appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

018: An Insider’s Perspective | Industry Buzz with Karen McMillin

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! This is an episode like no other.  In early October 2017, we watched in horror as wildfires have ripped through beloved areas of Northern California.  Lives have been lost.  Entire neighborhoods and businesses, vineyards and wineries have burned to the ground displacing thousands.  California is in our heart and in this episode we address the […] The post 017: Comparison, Competition & Collaboration | The Importance of Working Together appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

017: Comparison, Competition & Collaboration | The Importance of Working Together

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all!   Katie Hestead is the Bar Manager and Wine Director of Richard’s, a stunning downtown Boise restaurant located at the Inn at 500 Capitol. In this episode she talks about the significant role food has played in her life and the impact wine has made in her soul. Related Links Richards The Inn at 500 […] The post 016: Idaho Wine by the Glass | Restaurant Talk with Katie Hestead appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

016: Idaho Wine by the Glass | Restaurant Talk with Katie Hestead

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! Your host Michelle Leonardson worked the room at the eighth annual Idaho Wine Competition, from the hustle and bustle of the staging area to the quiet judges’ panels in the main arena.  Go behind the scenes and learn what it is like to observe 152 wines and 9 ciders be awarded gold, silver and bronze […] The post 015: Behind the Scenes | The 8th Annual Idaho Wine Competition appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

015: Behind the Scenes | The 8th Annual Idaho Wine Competition

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! Kathryn House has worn many hats in her tenure in the wine industry.  She started her journey with Washington wine and notably made her mark at Betz Family Winery.  As life’s circumstances brought her to Idaho she has indelibly created her career path as a consultant, educator, and advocate! Related Links House of Wine @howofwine […] The post 014: Idaho Wine Advocacy | A Conversation with Kathryn House appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

014: Idaho Wine Advocacy | A Conversation with Kathryn House

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all!   Melanie Krause is the owner and head winemaker at Cinder Winery in Garden City, Idaho.  Her decision to take up residence in the small suburb of Boise began a movement of boutique wineries, craft breweries and cideries, which changed the landscape of what was once known as an undesirable part of town. By cultivating […] The post 013: Cinder Wines | An Interview with Winemaker Melanie Krause appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

013: Cinder Wines | An Interview with Winemaker Melanie Krause

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! If you like sparkling wine this is a conversation you won’t want to miss! Hailey Minder returns to the podcast to talk sparkling!  As owner and head winemaker at 3100 Cellars, Hailey excels at showcasing Idaho’s unique terroir while remaining dedicated to the Old World style of production.  Hailey and Michelle’s lively conversation covers the […] The post 012: 3100 Cellars | Idaho’s First & Only Sparkling Winery appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

012: 3100 Cellars | Idaho’s First & Only Sparkling Winery

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! The inspirational tale of Telaya Wine Co. begins when Earl and Carrie Sullivan were each at a crossroads in life.  They were giving their professional jobs so much of themselves that at the end of the day they had little time for each other or their two children.  After thoughtful consideration the duo decided to […] The post 011: Telaya Wine Co. | An Interview with Carrie & Earl Sullivan appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

011: Telaya Wine Co. | An Interview with Carrie & Earl Sullivan

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! 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! […] The post 010: Idaho Food & Red Wine Pairings | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Syrah appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

010: Idaho Food & Red Wine Pairings | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Syrah

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! 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! […] The post 009: Idaho Food & Wine Pairings | Chardonnay, Riesling & Gewürztraminer appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

009: Idaho Food & Wine Pairings | Chardonnay, Riesling & Gewürztraminer

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! 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: […] The post 008: What Idaho Must Overcome | The Challenges Facing the State’s Wine Industry appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

008: What Idaho Must Overcome | The Challenges Facing the State’s Wine Industry

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! 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 […] The post 007: Pursuing a Career in the Idaho Wine Industry with Hailey Minder appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

007: Pursuing a Career in the Idaho Wine Industry with Hailey Minder

This post is available at Michelle Leonardson. Please visit my blog there to read it all! 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 […] The post 006: Sipping at Savor Idaho 2017 | An Event Recap with Brittany Rosenthal appeared first on Michelle Leonardson.

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