Episode 336 – The 0.0% Experiment

In this episode, Shelley and Phil dip their toe in the world of non-alcoholic wines. We try to stay positive on this podcast but… well, there are exceptions to every intention. We DO have a HUGE announcement, however which is the most positive thing on this episode! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing

Wines this episode:

• Cantina Zaccagnini 0.0 Alcohol-Removed White Wine ($19 at Pilgrim’s Market)
• Shania 0.0 De-Alcoholized Rosé Wine ($21 at Pilgrim’s Market)
• Giesen 0% Dealcoholized New Zealand Premium Red ($16 at Pilgrim’s Market)

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

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! 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 for this Monday, September 28 HERE. Time is of the essence!

The Bottle Joy Wine Words of the Week – Dealcoholization The process of taking a fully fermented wine and removing the alcohol down to less than 0.5% ABV using specialized extraction techniques.

Bottle Joy: Bottle Joy is BACK! They will have a grand reopening in 2-3 weeks so follow them on their socials or visit https://bottlejoycda.com Let’s PACK the place!

Mentions: repour, Daniel Bentley, J. Bookwalter,

Some wines we’ve enjoyed this week: Va Piano Ox Red, DAOU Chardonnay, Elsom Cellars Isabella, Domaine Guy Robin & Fils Vieilles Vignes Chablis and Bells Up Candide Reserve Pinot Noir.

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