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It’s a Malbec Day Double-Header today! We’re celebrating International Malbec Day by stepping into the batter's box with two New World heavyweights. From the high-altitude power of Mendoza’s Clos d’Argentine to a Washington standout from the "Sherlock of Wine," Dave Harvey, we’re exploring how this French "immigrant" grape found its Field of Dreams in the Americas. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #EasterEgg  Wines featured this episode: 2020 Clos d'Argentine Gran Reserve Malbec (Retail $65)2023 Dave Harvey Malbec (Market: $43, Angel $20)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Eternal Wine and Bells Up Winery! Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy. *Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVs Bells Up Winery: Recovering attorney turned winemaker Dave Specter composes micro-boutique wines with the intensity of a French horn fanfare. Experience your own Bells Up moment with a private, never-double-booked tasting by calling 503-537-1328. And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - Coulure A potential wine-growing hazard where the vine's flowers don't transform into berries, usually due to cold or wet weather during flowering. CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. And there’s exciting news! CDA Gourmet will be celebrating their 3-year anniversary on Saturday, June 13. There will be lively demonstrations and giveaways so you won’t want to miss this! Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated Mentions: Brenda and Matt Sparkman, Rick Bakass, Cinda Allen, Lisa Tussing-Hatch, Dave Spector.  Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Santa Virdina Branco Vinho Verde, Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Chardonnay (Whisper Sister) and a J.M. Duane Coakly Vineyard Grenache. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  Wine Time Fridays Rating System:  Phenomenal  💥 Practically Perfect  🤩 Pretty Damn Good!  🥰 Pleasant 😋 Problematic  🤐 Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic)  🤮 © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today’s episode, we are honoring the upcoming Tannat day by featuring two Tannats! These wines are loaded with antioxidants and may be the healthiest wine on the market! There are at least three Tannats readily available on the shelves and Pilgrim's Market has two of them! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines featured this episode: 2021 Don Rodolfo Art of the Andes Tannat ($13 at Pilgrim's Market)2020 Tablas Creek Vineyards Tannat ($45 when we purchased it 9/2023)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: CDA Gourmet and Rivaura! CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated Rivaura: There’s a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d’Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Bells Up Winery Wine Word of the Week - Grippy A tactile sensation where tannins create a physical, Velcro-like "grip" on the palate and cheeks. Bells Up Winery: Recovering attorney turned winemaker Dave Specter composes micro-boutique wines with the intensity of a French horn fanfare. Experience your own Bells Up moment with a private, never-double-booked tasting by calling 503-537-1328. Mentions: Pilgrim's Market, Brooke Kochman, David Hoffman, Will Camarda, Denny Russell, Debbie Hansen, Daniel Grace, Turtle Rock Vineyards, Dave Spector, Mark Lathrop, Seasons of Coeur d'Alene, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars, Cinda Allen, Lisa Hatch - Tussing. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Derek Rohlffs Chardonnay, Will Winemakers Reserve Pinot Noir, Karen Birmingham Reserve Zinfandel, Cortelunga Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Cinder Tempranillo and a Zaca mesa Z Cuvée. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  Wine Time Fridays Rating System:  Phenomenal  💥 Practically Perfect  🤩 Pretty Damn Good!  🥰 Pleasant 😋 Problematic  🤐 Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic)  🤮 © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today’s episode, on this Good Friday, we have the serendipitous good fortune to sit down with Daniel Grace, author of the provocative new novel, In the Wake of Golgotha. As we enter Easter weekend, a time defined by themes of sacrifice and redemption, our conversation spans two millennia—reimagining the fates of history’s most infamous figures, Judas Iscariot and Pontius Pilate, as they collide in modern-day New York. To ground this haunting exploration of the past, we are tasting the 2022 SoloSangiovese from Daniel’s family estate, Il Molino di Grace, in the heart of Chianti Classico. Open the book, pour a glass of Tuscany and join us for a journey from the vineyard to the page. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing   Products this episode:  In the Wake of GolgothaWines featured this episode: 2022 il Molino de Grace Chianti Classico SoloSangioveseA HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Seasons of CDA, Pilgrim's Market and J. Bookwalter! Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008  Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730! J. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000. The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - Galestro Galestro is a specific type of metamorphic, clay-based slaty schist soil found primarily in the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany. It’s a flaky, rock-like soil that breaks apart easily in your hands—almost like a dry biscuit. CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated Mentions: John Bookwalter, Gary Vaynerchuk. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Bodegas Escudero Arvum Rioja, JL Wood Chardonnay, Val delle Rose Litorale Vermentino and the Antinori Pèppoli Chianti Classico. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode, we're putting a bow on Taste Washington State Wine Month with renowned winemaker Debbie Hansen from Cougar Crest Estate Winery! Debbie has been crafting world-class wines in Walla Walla for over 25 years, and today we’re exploring the magic of their 100% estate-grown portfolio. Join us for a conversation about heritage, hard work and the beauty of Washington wine. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing  Wines featured this episode:  2022 Cougar Crest Estate Albariño ($28 at the winery)2022 Cougar Crest Estate Viognier ($28 at the winery) 2019 Cougar Crest Estate Barbera ($39 at the winery)2017 Cougar Crest Estate Cabernet Franc ($39 at the winery)2018 Cougar Crest Estate Mourvèdre ($39 at the winery)2017 Cougar Crest Block Eleven Syrah ($39 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Cinder and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest!  Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - Aging Potential Aging Potential refers to a wine's ability to improve, or at least maintain its quality, over along period in the bottle. Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730! Mentions: Rivaura, Daniel Grace and the Davenport Hotel. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Daryl Rex Groom Chardonnay, J. Bookwalter Protagonist Cabernet Sauvignon, Browne Bitner Estate Chardonnay, Signé Mâcon Villages Chardonnay and Beaulieu Vineyard Forged Vines Cabernet Sauvignon. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  Wine Time Fridays Rating System:  Phenomenal  💥 Practically Perfect  🤩 Pretty Damn Good!  🥰 Pleasant 😋 Problematic  🤐 Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic)  🤮 © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode we virtually sit down with the vintner at Mansion Creek Cellars, Denny Russell. What a treat! Mansion Creek is a boutique winery located in the Fremont District in the Seattle area and they are making amazing wine! We HIGHLY recommend you give them a visit pronto! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #ChingChing Wines featured this episode:  NV Mansion Creek Cellars Try Line Red Blend ($58 at the winery or online) 🤩2021 Mansion Creek Cellars Reserve Tempranillo ($72 at the winery or online) 🤩A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: CDA Gourmet and Rivaura! CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated Rivaura: There’s a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d’Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Wine Word of the Week - Solera A process of aging and blending wine where younger wines are systematically mixed into older vintages to create a consistent, complex final product. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!  We'd love to see you at the Seasons Wine Dinner on Monday, March 23 featuring Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! https://www.facebook.com/events/2823802577823104/permalink/2823802597823102 Mentions: Seattle Seahawks, Ali Mayfield, Luke Marquis, Mollydooker. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Cuvaison The Window Chardonnay, Aldiano Chardonnay, 2011 Bodegas Escudero Arvum Roija and a La Riojana Torrontés. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  Wine Time Fridays Rating System:  Phenomenal  💥 Practically Perfect  🤩 Pretty Damn Good!  🥰 Pleasant 😋 Problematic  🤐 Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic)  🤮 © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode, week 2 of Taste Washington State Wines Month, we are honored to taste through some amazing wines from renowned wine producer, Andrew Will Cellars, with winemaker, Will Camarda. Will is the winery's second generation winemaker and he's not missed a step in continuing the legacy his father started. Find these wines. Drink these wines! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing  Please visit https://www.andrewwill.com to see all the wines at Andrew Will Cellars! Wines featured this episode:  2023 Andrew Will Cuvée Lucia Sauvignon Blanc 2022 Involuntary Commitment2023 Andrew Will Two Blondes Vineyard Malbec2020 Andrew Will Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Blend ($67 at the winery)2020 Andrew Will Sorella Red Blend ($97 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Seasons of CDA and Pilgrim's Market! Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 And check out ALL of the upcoming events at Season's by clicking https://seasonsofcda.com/coeur-d-alene-seasons-of-coeur-d-alene-events Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730! The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - Duripan A Duripan is a diagnostic soil horizon that has been cemented into a subsurface hardpan by Illuvial silica. Essentially, it’s a layer of earth that has turned into natural concrete. CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated Mentions: Curt Knox, Cornet Pizzeria, Elsom Cellars, Eileen Wolcott, Vashon Theatre, Alki Lumber, David Hoffman. We'd love to see you at the Seasons Wine Dinner on March 23 featuring Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! https://seasonsofcda.com/-events?source=header&spot_id=149704&destination=events&promotion=custom_promotion Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Browne Bitner Estate Chardonnay, Wente Sandstone Merlot, Bells Up Jupiter Pinot Noir and the Ackerman Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode, we kick off the annual March Drink Washington State Wine month with our good friend, David Hoffman, with Total Wine in Spokane Valley. Today we're featuring five wines that are a great representation of Washington wine as David educates us on each one! Wines featured this episode:  2024 Mark Ryan Viognier ($45 at Total Wine & More) 2020 Browne Family Vineyards Premier Collection Merlot ($50 at the winery)2018 K Vintners The Hidden Syrah (About $75 if you can find it) 2023 Dossier Flagship Cabernet Sauvignon ($110 at the winery)2022 Matthews Cabernet Sauvignon ($50 at Total Wine & More)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars, J. Bookwalter and Eternal Wine! Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine! J. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000. Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy. The Cinder Wine Word of the Week - Viscosity  Viscosity refers to the weight or "thickness" of a wine on the palate. Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest!  Mentions: Judy Tebow, Next Level Consulting, Meghan and Diane, Brooke Kochman, VinGardeValise (see below for a special discount), John Freeman, Lake Chelan Wine Alliance, Davenport Hotel, Brian LaFaille, Sidney Rice, Joe Davis, Drew Bledsoe, Damon Huard, Passing Time, Screaming Eagle, Bledsoe Family Winery, Doubleback Winery, Sarah and Mark Lathrop, Will Camarda, Andrew Will Cellars. Get 20% off ALL purchases VinGardeValise purchases https://vingardevalise.com/ and use pro code, WineTimeFridays20.  Some wines we've enjoyed this week: J. Bookwalter Double Plot Chardonnay AND Conflict, Substance Chardonnay, Rinaldini Lambrusco Secco, Louis M. Martini Napa Cabernet Sauvignon and Canoe Ridge The Expedition Rosé. © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

For today's episode, you may want to watch on YouTube because it will be very visual as we walk through the amazing products of VinGardeValise with CEO, Brooke Kochman. Shelley and Phil have been HUGE fans of these products for many, many years since seeing their products pitched on Shark Tank about three years ago. We even featured this product on episode 211 in May of 2024. But wait, there's more! Get 20% off ALL purchases VinGardeValise purchases, please click HERE (or simply visit https://vingardevalise.com/) and use pro code, WineTimeFridays20. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #LiquidBabies VinGardeValise family of products we own: VinGlass Wine Glass Personal Carrier Case, Petite Burgundy 8-Bottle Wine Suitcase, VinBottle Max Personal Carrying Case and a Fly With Wine 12-Bottle Suitcase. Wines featured this episode:  2024 69 Miles Chardonnay by Robert Lloyd ($20 at Total Wine) 🤐2023 Carmen Gran Reserva Carménère ($19 at Total Wine) 🥰A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Cinder Winery and Eternal Wine! Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest!  Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy. *Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVs The CDA Gourmet Wine Words of the Week - Carmin It is the linguistic root of the grape Carménère. The name was chosen because of the brilliant, fiery crimson color the vine's leaves turn in the autumn, just before the harvest. CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated Mentions: David Hoffman, Total Wine, Ron Scharman, The View, The Today Show, Will Camarda, Andrew Will Winery. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode, we do an Old World vs New World Tempranillo episode! We’re traveling from the volcanic, high-desert soils of Idaho’s Snake River Valley to the ancient, 100-year-old vines of Rioja, Spain and explore the word 'Vidau' along the way. Grab a glass and join us for a journey through time and terroir! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing  Wines featured this episode: 2022 Cinder Tempranillo ($42 at the winery or area stores) 🥰2011 Arvum Rioja ($50 online) 😋A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Naked Wines and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! Naked Wines: Straight from the winemaker right to your door, premium wine without the premium pricing is what Naked Wines is all about. Save big on wines from the world’s best winemakers! Visit https://us.nakedwines.com/winetimefridays to get $100 off your first 6 pack case. With Naked Wines, discovering new wines is truly risk-free! Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine! The Eternal Wine Wine Word of the Week - Vidau A traditional Spanish term for a field blend, where different grape varieties are grown, harvested and fermented together. Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy. *Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVs Mentions: Brad Binko, Polka Dot Powerhouse, Melonie Krause, Grocery Outlet, Lake Chelan Wine Alliance, Davenport Hotel, Brooke Kochman, David Hoffman, Will Camarda, Andrew Will. Join the exclusive Lake Chelan wine tasting and educational event at the Historic Davenport Hotel in Spokane, WA by visiting https://lakechelanwinevalley.com/discover/ and get $15 off VIP or General Admission by using code, lakechelanwine. Get 20% off ALL purchases VinGardeValise purchases, please click HERE (or simply visit https://vingardevalise.com/) and use pro code, WineTimeFridays20. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Eternal Wine Quest Syrah, The Icon Rock Signature Chardonnay, Wild Hills Pinot Noir and Wild Hills Rosé. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode, In honor of the upcoming Syrah Day on Monday and dodging the bad luck of Friday the 13th, Shelley and Phil taste through a Rosé that contains some Syrah as well as a California Syrah from the GaryVee Wine Club. Congratulations to the Seahawks for winning Super Bowl 60! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing  Wines featured this episode: 2024 Huston Vineyards Chicken Dinner Rosé ($20 at Pilgrim's Market)2021 Cordant Winery Coastview Syrah ($60 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Pilgrim's Market, Seasons of CDA and J. Bookwalter! Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730! Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 And check out ALL of the upcoming events at Season's by clicking https://seasonsofcda.com/coeur-d-alene-seasons-of-coeur-d-alene-events J. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000. And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Rivaura Wine Word of the Week - Garrigue A French term for the wild, resinous herbs (lavender, thyme, rosemary) that grow in limestone soils. Rivaura: There’s a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d’Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! For more information on an evening at Seasons of Coeur d'Alene with  great food paired with the amazing wines of Rivaura Estate Vineyards & Winery, click HERE. Mentions: De Leon's Tex-Mex, Sara Lane, Ed Holmes, Wild Hills Wine, GaryVee Wine Club, Brooke Kochman, David Hoffman. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Tempranillo, Signé Mâcon Villages Chardonnay, Grochau Cellars Pinot Noir and a Rascal Pinot Noir. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode, Shelley and Phil honor the upcoming Super Bowl because the Seattle Seahawks are playing in it! They get to open a Charbonnet Chardonnay from a boutique winery, Mansion Creek Cellars, and a new J. Bookwalter wine, Foreshadow Merlot! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #Seahawks Wines featured this episode: 2020 Mansion Creek Cellars Charbonnet Chardonnay ($29 at the winery)2023 J. Bookwalter Foreshadow Merlot ($50 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: CDA Gourmet and Rivaura! CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated Rivaura: There’s a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d’Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Seasons of Coeur d'Alene Wine Word of the Week - Noble Varietals Historically, one of the six grape varieties - Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling - considered to be the most "noble" due to their ability to produce high-quality wine across various regions.  Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 And check out ALL of the upcoming events at Season's by clicking https://seasonsofcda.com/coeur-d-alene-seasons-of-coeur-d-alene-events Mentions: Zach Charbonnet, Denny and Tina Russell, Ali Mayfield, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars, North Idaho Sparklers, Hospice of North Idaho Sapphirre Ball, Brian Fanzo, Victoria Mallett, Edward Holmes, Brad Binko, Eternal Wine, Erin Andrews, Mike Macdonald, Mark Lathrop, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars, Sarah Lathrop, Janine Neenie Douglass, Madison Violette, Brooke Kochman, VinGardeValise and David Hoffman. Seasons Wine dinner with Rivaura, click HERE.  Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Clos d'Argentine Reserve Malbec, Arkwright Vineyards Chardonnay, Rivaura Petit Verdot and Arvum Rioja. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In todays episode, we show our love for Rosé by bringing a RAY of Rosé into your winter. Rosé all day and, of course, Rosé all year! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines featured this episode: 2023 Rue de Perle Rosé ($14 at Fred Meyer)2023 Revelation Rosé by Goose Ridge ($20 at Pilgrim's Market)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Seasons of CDA and Rivaura! Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 Rivaura: There’s a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d’Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - Limpid Limpid refers to the absolute clarity and transparency of a wine. It describes a wine that is completely free of any cloudiness, haze or sediment. When you hold your glass up to a light source—like a winter sunbeam—a limpid wine will be perfectly "see-through" and bright. Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730! Mentions: Judy and Stan Tebow, Madison Violette, VinGardeValise, Brooke Kochman, Ron Scharman, Fly With Wine, CDA Gourmet and Sidney Rice.  Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Disruption Red, J. Bookwalter Readers Riesling, The Prisoner Red Blend, Chalk Hill Chardonnay, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Tempranillo and their Tahija Chardonnay, Eternal Wines Beauty Rosé and Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  Wine Time Fridays Rating System:  Phenomenal  💥 Practically Perfect  🤩 Pretty Damn Good!  🥰 Pleasant 😋 Problematic  🤐 Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic)  🤮 © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In todays episode, we've got another Old World vs New World episode where both of these are Bordeaux Styled red blends and come from Shelley and Phil's top shelf in their cellar. Italy vs Washington. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing Wines featured this episode:2016 Bullichella Montecristo ($95 from Wine Library; $135 now)2022 DeLille Cellars Harrison Hill ($110 at the winery) A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Naked Wines and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! Naked Wines: Straight from the winemaker right to your door, premium wine without the premium pricing is what Naked Wines is all about. Save big on wines from the world’s best winemakers!  Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Seasons of Coeur d'Alene Wine Word of the Week - Secondary Aromas These are the scents developed through fermentation, oak aging and time in the bottle. Think of things like vanilla, cedar, leather, tobacco and/or baking spices. Seasons of Coeur d'Alene: Experience the best of Coeur d'Alene's culinary scene at Seasons, where farm-to-table cuisine meets elegant ambiance. Don't miss their Wine Down Wednesday where all bottled wines are 50% off! Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008 Mentions: Brenda and Matt Sparkman, Joy and Curt Grady, Sarah and Mark Lathrop, Sara Lane, Pilgrim's Market, Kevin Olsonberg, Chris Cochran, Mike Rowe, GaryVee Wine Club, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Wine Text, Cellar Text, Grocery Outlet, Eternal Wine and Drink Washington State, J. Bookwalter, Sidney Rice, Dossier Wines, Stan Tebow and Dave Harvey. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Eternal Wine Darkness Syrah, Scott Kelley Pinot Noir, Run Riot Chardonnay, Rivaura Cabernet Sauvignon and GSM, Matthews Claret, J. Bookwalter Readers Sauvignon Blanc, Maryhill Reserve Chardonnay, Cinder Valentina and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Carménère. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal  💥 Practically Perfect  🤩 Pretty Damn Good!  🥰 Pleasant 😋 Problematic  🤐 Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic)  🤮 © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

We’ve reached Episode 300! 🥂 To celebrate hitting this elite podcasting milestone, we’re recording live at CDA Gourmet with our longtime friends, Brenda and Matt Sparkman. On the table: the stunning, 95-point Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2015 in its iconic Paola Paronetto teal box. From podcasting stats to the invention of the pupitre, this is an episode of 'Wine Time Fridays' you don’t want to miss. Thanks for being part of our first 300! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing  Check out CDA Gourmet by visiting their website at https://cdagourmet.com/ Wines featured this episode: 2015 Vueve Clicqout Grand Dame ($250 at Pilgrim's Market)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Eternal Wine and Cinder! Eternal Wine: Are you a Rhone Ranger or just really love Syrah? Then you need to check out Eternal Wine! Their focus is on single vineyard Rhone valley wines in Washington State. Also check out their Drink Washington State brand of approachable wines! Visit https://eternalwine.com for more information or simply call 509-240-6258. Eternal Wine: Drink Wine, Be Happy. *Check out The (Almost) Tragic Story of Carménère by Eternal Wine by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucKOK6oRKVs Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest!  And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to!  The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - Pupitre  An A-frame wooden rack invented by Madame Clicquot that holds Champagne bottles at an angle, which is essential for the process of "riddling" to collect yeast sediment in the neck so it can be removed to create a crystal-clear wine. Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730! Mentions: Gary Vaynerchuk, Amy Watts, Smartless, Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, Good Hang with Amy Poehler, Joe Rogan and Cer Spence. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Stéphane Brocard Vieilles Vignes Chablis, Thesis Chardonnay, Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon and Ondine Chattan Memento. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  Wine Time Fridays Rating System:  Phenomenal  💥 Practically Perfect  🤩 Pretty Damn Good!  🥰 Pleasant 😋 Problematic  🤐 Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic)  🤮 © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve

In today's episode, the gang is back for our 4th annual Champagne and Fries Day episode in honor of tomorrows Champagne and Fries Day! Shelley and Phil sit with Sarah and Mark Lathrop as well as Joy and Curt Grady, tasting through 4 sparklers and three different styles of French Fries in honor of one of the great wine/food pairings ever! A HUGE thank you to Daniel Bentley and Season's of Coeur d'Alene! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #FriesDay #BlahBlahBlah #PourDecisions  Note: In this episode, we battle the background noise of a bustling restaurant but with the help of AI audio enhancer, it didn't turn out too bad. Still some issues from time to time.  Wines featured this episode: Season's: Lucien Albrecht Crémant d'Alsace Brut($41 at Season's)Joy and Curt Grady: Deutz Brut ClassicSarah and Mark: La Gelsomina Etna DOC Rosato Metodo Classico BrutShelley and Phil: NV Chanoine Freres Brut ($49 at Total Wine)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Rivaura, Pilgrim's Market and CDA Gourmet! Rivaura: There’s a new wine in town. Rivaura! Producing some of the best wines Idaho has to offer, Rivaura now has a tasting room in Coeur d’Alene! They are open Wednesday through Saturday! When you stop by, say 'hi' to Cooper! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730! CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, just down the street from Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing products as well as the tools to make it all happen. Visit https://www.cdagourmet.com for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated The J. Bookwalter Wine Word of the Week - Mousse The "Mousse" is the French term for the froth or foam on top of a glass of sparkling wine, but it also describes the texture of the bubbles on your tongue. A high-quality Champagne often has a "creamy mousse," which acts as a beautiful pillow for those salty, crunchy fries. J. Bookwalter: Celebrating their 40th year of producing award-winning wines crafted from the finest Columbia Valley vineyards, J. Bookwalter wines bring excellence and quality to every glass. Visit https://www.bookwalterwines.com for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000. Mentions: Anna Maria Kambourakis, Kleopatra Bright, Sam Lange, Lola Wine Lounge, Silver Oak, Total Wine & More, David Hoffman, Luke Marquis, Maison Noir Wines, Jesse Balsimo, Sara Lane, Russell Mann, Edward Holmes and Amanda Robinson. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Eternal Wines Rocket Man Red, Signé Mâcon Villages Chardonnay, Cuvaison The Window Chardonnay, Molly Dooker Blue Eyed Boy, Free Gamay and Bertani Valpolicella Ripasso. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!  © 2026 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserve