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Northwest Wine Radio

237 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

Northwest Wine Radio is a weekly, half-hour show featuring the winemakers, brewers, distillers, and other craft producers of the Pacific Northwest. On each episode, you get the stories behind the bottle in this light-hearted show that makes wine and other craft beverages more approachable and fun!

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Episodes

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 396 - A Decade of Vines & Stories

June 04, 2023 22:20 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Kasia Winery of Woodinville & Freehand Cellars of Wapato. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz ev...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 395 - Wine and Wit

May 28, 2023 22:20 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Deception Cellars of Whidbey Island & Split Rail Winery of Garden City. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wi...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 394 - Inland Northwest Wine Destination

May 21, 2023 22:20 - 45 minutes - 63.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Arbor Crest Wine Cellars of Spokane & Bainbridge Distillers of Bainbridge Island. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Ma...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 393 - A Wine Built Around A Fence

May 14, 2023 22:30 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Deception Cellars of Whidbey Island & Split Rail Winery of Garden City. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wi...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 392 - Ever Been To Cowiche?

May 07, 2023 22:30 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Fletcher Bay Winery of Bainbridge Island & Cowiche Creek Brewing of Cowiche. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master ...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 391 - Washington Wine Heritage

April 30, 2023 22:30 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Silver Lake Winery of Zillah, Wilridge Vineyard Winery and Distillery of Yakima. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Mas...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 390 - A Hilltop Estate

April 23, 2023 22:30 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Note Bene Cellars of Seattle & Hamilton Cellars Estate Winery of Benton City. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 389 - Spending a While in Lyle

April 16, 2023 22:30 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

  [2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Domain Pouillon of Lyle & Fox Tail Cidery and Distillery of Hood River. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master o...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 388 - The Bardic Brew

April 09, 2023 22:30 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Bardic Brewing and Cider of Spokane & Dude DeWalt Cellars of Idaho. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine B...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 387 - Spring is here, with Wine and Beer

April 02, 2023 23:02 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Antolin Cellars of Yakima, Jellyfish Brewing of Seattle. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz eve...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 386 - Wine to Grappa to Spirits

March 26, 2023 23:02 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Wildwood Spirits Co of Bothell. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular b...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 385 - A Vineyard with a View

March 19, 2023 23:02 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  W'yeast Vineyards of Hood River, Mastrogianis Distillery of Lakewood, Quiddity Wines of Woodinville. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in ...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 384 - First Came Love, Then Came Wine

March 12, 2023 23:02 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Fortuity Cellars of Wapato. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basis...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 383 - Some Very Special Wines

March 05, 2023 23:02 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Darby Winery of Woodinville, H H Estate Reserve Wines of Prosser. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 382 - Brothers and Beer

February 26, 2023 23:02 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Brick West Brewing of Spokane. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular ba...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 381 - An Officer and his Grapes

February 19, 2023 23:02 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Guardian Cellars of Woodinville, Fifth Line Brewing of Yakima. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Be...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 380 - Elevated Wine

February 12, 2023 23:02 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Bear Barton Vineyards of Cashmere. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regula...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 379 - Gold in Treasure Valley

February 05, 2023 23:02 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Sol Invictus Vineyard of Idaho. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular b...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 378 - Urban Wine and Nosh

January 29, 2023 23:00 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Locus Wines of Seattle. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basis to ...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 377 - There's Deep Roots in Them Rocks

January 22, 2023 23:00 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Rocky Point Estate Wines of Orondo. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regul...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 376.5 - Wine With A Kick

January 18, 2023 23:00 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Potter Wines of Garden City. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basi...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 376 - The Doctor of Wine

January 15, 2023 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Winescape of Spokane. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basis to an...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 375 - Yakima Valley Spirits

January 08, 2023 23:00 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MB

[2023 - Season 10] This week's guests:  The Distillarium of Yakima. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basis...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 374 - Celebrating with Bubbles

December 18, 2022 23:00 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Tirriddis Sparkling Wines of Prosser. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a reg...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 373 - From Apples to Grapes

December 11, 2022 23:00 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Dineen Vineyards of Zillah. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basis...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 372 - I Love Lucy and Cider

December 04, 2022 22:03 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Bushel & Barrel Cider House of Poulsbo. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a r...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 371 - The Art of Wine

November 20, 2022 22:04 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Pondera Winery of Woodinville. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular ba...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 370 - Cocktail with the Cat

November 13, 2022 15:57 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Copper Cat Distillery of Bothell. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 369 - Blooming in Garden City

November 06, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Cinder Wines of Garden City. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basi...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 368 - Off to the Island

October 30, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Eagle Harbor Wine Company of Bainbridge Island. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops b...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 367 - Sipping on the Eastside

October 23, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  425 Cellars of Woodinville. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular basis...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 366 - Where good beer & good music collide

October 16, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

  [2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Perfect Circle Brewing of Prosser. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a re...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 365 - Give me Liberty, a Lake & Wine

October 09, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Liberty Lake Wine Cellars of Liberty Lake. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on ...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 364 - Ascending to the Accent (mark)

October 02, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  Le Double' Trouble' Wines of White Salmon. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on ...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 363 - Ride like an Eagle

September 25, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10] This week's guests:  3 Horse Ranch Vineyards of Eagle. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a regular...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 362 - Tasting at the Train Station

September 18, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10 Episode 362] This week's guests:  Cote Bonneville of Sunnyside and Free Bridge Brewing of Dundee. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master o...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 361 - Season 10 Premiere

September 11, 2022 22:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

[2022 - Season 10 Premiere]  This week's guests:  11 Winery of Bainbridge Island. Host Brian Calvert interviews winemakers, brewers, distillers, and cider makers from across the Pacific Northwest in this weekly celebration of our local producers! You'll enjoy their stories, plus fun features like "Wine and Booze in the News," food pairings in "Bites and Bottles," and a look at upcoming events involving wine, beer, and spirits in "The Grapevine." Master of Wine Bob Betz even stops by on a...

Northwest Wine Radio Episde 360 - To Tell The Truth

June 12, 2022 07:42 - 46 minutes - 22.6 MB

[2022 - Season 9 Finale]  You know we love to share good stories on this show, right?  This week, we close our 9th season with a couple of the most fun wine stories we've come across. This week's guests share the stories of TruthTeller Winery of Walla Walla, and Left Coast Estate of Rickreall. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," a...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 360 - To Tell The Truth

June 12, 2022 07:42 - 46 minutes - 22.6 MB

[2022 - Season 9 Finale]  You know we love to share good stories on this show, right?  This week, we close our 9th season with a couple of the most fun wine stories we've come across. This week's guests share the stories of TruthTeller Winery of Walla Walla, and Left Coast Estate of Rickreall. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," a...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 359 - The Road To Wine

June 05, 2022 07:32 - 46 minutes - 22.1 MB

[2022 - Season 9 Episode 359]  Our first wine story this week takes us from marathon runner, to a career at Boeing, and then, a wine-making adventure.  Then, we share the tale of what happens when an Air Force member and his party-loving spouse decided they should be making wine! This week's guests share the stories of Soos Creek Wine of Kent, and Smoky Rose Cellars of Walla Walla. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz ...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 358

May 22, 2022 08:05 - 46 minutes - 22.6 MB

[2022 - Season 9 Episode 358]  We're going to take you to an urban winery that is focused on keeping KEGS of wine.  We know you've heard of wine barrels, but wine by the keg? And then we'll meet a family of winemakers, including their youngest, who makes her radio debut! This week's guests share the stories of Coopers Hall Winery of Portland, and Orenda Winery of Carnation. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Be...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 357 - Here's to the Ladies

May 16, 2022 07:27 - 46 minutes - 22.5 MB

[2022 - Season 9 Episode 357]  For the third time this season, we share the stories of a couple of female winemakers.  And their unique perspectives on wine, the industry, and supporting each other are definitely worth raising a glass over! This week's guests share the stories of Ita Wines of Walla Walla, and Chehalem Winery of Newberg. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer ou...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 356 - A Grape Expedition!

May 09, 2022 07:23 - 46 minutes - 22.3 MB

[2022 - Season 9 Episode 356]  Man, talk about a history lesson!  One of our stories this week dates back to the time when Lewis and Clark made that big trek out west! This week's guests share the stories of Colter's Creek Winery of Lewiston, and Wenatchee Valley Brewing of Wenatchee. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonne...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 355 - Very Different Spaces

May 02, 2022 08:16 - 46 minutes - 22.8 MB

[2022 - Season 9 Episode 355]  We take you on a journey this week, visiting two extreme corners of the Northwest, and discovering that even the same types of wines can pack a completely different punch. This week's guests share the stories of Five Star Cellars of Walla Walla, and Brooks Wine of Amity. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 354 - Wine on the Rocks

April 24, 2022 09:57 - 46 minutes - 21.9 MB

[2021 - Season 9 Episode 354]  You've likely heard of a cocktail "on the rocks," but it doesn't sound like a great idea with wine.  Unless you're growing it among the rocks, and it has some of the most unique flavors in the world! This week's guests share the stories of Ducleaux Cellars of Milton Freewater, and Vin du Lac Winery of Chelan. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 353 - Eternally Grateful

April 17, 2022 09:38 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MB

[2021 - Season 9 Episode 353]  It's time to brush-up on some really interesting wine terms like "Native Fermentation," and "Extended Maceration."  And the winemaker helping us out allows us to drink wine in class! This week's guests share the stories of Eternal Wines of Walla Walla, and Boedecker Cellars of Portland. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in hi...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 352 - A Desert Paradise

April 10, 2022 09:08 - 47 minutes - 23 MB

[2021 - Season 9 Episode 352]  On this show, we take you to a place that's part desert and part oasis, and it produces some of the tastiest wines in the Northwest.  This week's guests share the stories of Paradisos del Sol of Zillah, and Wooden Shoe Vineyards of Woodburn. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," Cote Bonneville winemak...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 351 - Sit. Stay. Drink.

April 03, 2022 08:51 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MB

  [2021 - Season 9 Episode 351]  What a wine destination.  This place has everything...views, good wine, dogs, and even an AirBnb on the property.  Now you can sit, stay, and drink! This week's guests share the stories of Los Rocosos Vineyard of Milton Freewater, and DAMA Wines of Walla Walla. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob,"...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 350 - Paris, Peavine, and Pinot

March 27, 2022 09:45 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MB

  [2021 - Season 9 Episode 350] We celebrate our 350th episode by sharing a wine story with origins in France.  This story involved a chicken farm, and a hillside so full of pea vine, its a miracle anything would grow. This week's guests share the stories of Lenne Estate Winery of Yamhill, and Yakima Valley Vintners of Yakima. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine q...

Northwest Wine Radio Episode 349 - From Grain to Grape

March 20, 2022 09:13 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

[2021 - Season 9 Episode 349]  A fourth generation of grain farmers take what they know about the land and the weather, and plant an orchard that's now thriving in one of the Northwest's youngest wine-making regions. This week's guests share the stories of Lindsay Creek Vineyards of Lewiston, and Cairdeas Winery of Manson. Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our "Wine and Booze in the News" feature.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions...

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