Episode 289 – Trick or Treat… or Three Reds! The Halloween Hallow-WINE Special

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: CDA Gourmet and Pilgrim’s Market!

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 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 elevated Please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/829879939629602 for all the information on the CDA Gourmet 3rd Annual Holiday Kickoff

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The Eternal Wine and Drink Washington State Wine Word of the Week – Rancio

Rancio refers to a specific, unique flavor—often nutty, savory, or oxidative—that can develop incertain wines, particularly fortified wines like Sherry or Madeira as they age and are exposed to a controlled amount of oxygen.

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.

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Mentions: Charles Smith, Monica Teligades, Mollydooker Wines, Lisa Kennedy, MacKenzie River Pizza, Thomas Clare, Cutco.

Some wines we’ve enjoyed this week: William Hill Cabernet Sauvignon, J. Bookwalter 5th Edition, Mer Soleil Chardonnay, Rivaura Reserve Syrah, Cinder Chardonnay, Al Passo Toscana and a Macario Montoya Mourvédre.

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