In today’s episode we dive into one of our favorite wine holidays, Champagne & French Fries Day! We have a complete motley crew joining Shelley and Phil, too: Veteran guests, Joy & Curt Grady and Sarah & Mark Lathrop along with a first time, but certainly not last, Season’s of Coeur d’Alene General Manager, Daniel Bentley. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #SighOfRelease #ChampagneAndFrenchFriesDay #ChampagneAndFriesDay #SideBySideSwooshyThing #EasyButton
*Phil didn’t do as much editing on this episode because of the background noise, as we recorded this at Season’s of Coeur d’Alene Fresh Grill & Bar.
Wines this episode:
– Tirriddis Brut Rosé Méthode Champenoise sparkler ($28 at Season’s) 🥰
– Champagne Marie Copinet Brut Blanc de Blancs ($51 at Pilgrim’s Market) 🤩
– 2018 Lytle Barnett Blanc de Blancs- ($75 at the winery 🥰
– 2009 Champagne Canard-Duchêne (N/A) 🤩
A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: CDA Gourmet, Rivaura and J. Bookwalter!
CDA Gourmet: Are you looking to elevate your kitchen? You need to check out CDA Gourmet! Located in Midtown Coeur d’Alene, CDA Gourmet offers a diverse mix of flavor enhancing product 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 elevate
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 now open on Fridays and Saturday’s! Visit https://rivaura.com for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019!
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 Seasons of Coeur d’Alene Wine Words of the Week – Méthode Champenoise
Méthode Champenoise, the traditional method of producing champagne, involves a labor-intensive process that includes tirage, riddling and disgorgement.
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. Savor seasonal menus crafted with locally sourced ingredients, enjoying exceptional service in a sophisticated setting perfect for any occasion. Visit https://www.seasonsofcda.com/ for more information or call 208-664-8008
Mentions: Anna Maria Kambourakis, Kleopatra Bright, Andrea Robinson, M.S., Chris Cochran, Sam Lange, The Garnett Café, Brenda and Matt Sparkman, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars and Edward Holmes.
Products used in this episode: The One Wine Glass, VinGlass – Wine Glass Personal Carrier Case.
Some Wines we enjoyed this week: Kestrel Vintners Syrah, Dupeuble Beaujolais Rouge, Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay, Rivaura River Ranch Red, Decoy Merlot, 2015 Long Shadows Sequel Syrah.
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