Episode 331 – Bordeaux in Chelan with Silver Bell’s Alan & Zach Holtzheimer

In today’s episode, Shelley and Phil sit down virtually with Alan and Zach Holzheimer with Silver Bell Winery out of Lake Chelan, Washington. We are on week three of our WAugust month and we couldn’t have found a more delightful surprise with the people behind these amazing wines. You MUST find these wines and give them a try. You will not be sorry! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #WAG #SummerSipper #Zachly 

Check out the current weather in Lake Chelan by visiting the Silver Bell Weather Cam: https://silverbellwinery.com/visit#weathercam

Wines this episode:

• 2025 Silver Bell Winery Essence ($28 at the winery)
• 2025 Silver Bell Winery Rosé ($28 at the winery)
• 2022 Silver Bell Winery Moxie ($44 at the winery)
• 2022 Silver Bell Winery Cousins ($46 at the winery)
• 2022 Silver Bell Winery Malbec ($46 at the winery)
• 2021 Silver Bell Winery Cabernet Sauvignon ($44 at the winery)

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Seasons of Coeur d’Alene and Cinder!

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 

Register for the September Seasons wine dinner with J. Bookwalter on September 28 HERE

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! 

The Rivaura Wine Word/s of the Week – Terroir Sourcing 

The art of sourcing grapes from distinct microclimates across multiple AVA’s—such as Wahluke Slope, Horse Heaven Hills and Lake Chelan—to balance heat, acidity, tannin and fruit expression within a single winery’s portfolio.

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!

Mentions: Cooper Kupp, Heidi and Chris Cochran, Ed Holmes, Russell Mann, Diane Holzheimer, Snoop Dog, Terrapin Ridge and J. Bookwalter.

Check out our Things We Use Page to order your own RePour!

Some wines we’ve enjoyed this week: Santa Virdina Vinho Verde, Yering Station Pinot Noir, Cuvaison The Window Chardonnay, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Path of Gods.

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