Sometimes it’s the small things that send us astray. One day you are totally crushing it, then just a few days, weeks, or even months later you find yourself completely off course. I’ve been there too. Recently I became seriously aware of how much my Certified Specialist of Wine progress had slowed. The last couple […]
Archives for July 2016
Idaho Wines to Buy Right Now
Would you be stumped if I asked you what your favorite Idaho wine is? You’re not alone if you’ve never tried one. Outside of the state, acclaim and recognition are slow-moving fuses; they’re definitely burning and sending off sparks but have yet to catch fire. Mark my words though. They definitely WILL. Idaho wine is […]
The Topic of Terroir
Getting involved with wine means learning new words. Words like “terroir.” It’s not what it looks like at first glance, which for most people is probably the word terror, as in terrifying. It’s actually French in origin and is pronounced te-RWAHR, similar to the noir in Pinot Noir. The word lacks an exact English […]