In today's episode, we're putting a bow on Taste Washington State Wine Month with renowned winemaker Debbie Hansen from Cougar Crest Estate Winery! Debbie has been crafting world-class wines in Walla Walla for over 25 years, and today we’re exploring the magic of their 100% estate-grown portfolio. Join us for a conversation about heritage, hard work and the beauty of Washington wine. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing

Wines featured this episode:

• 2022 Cougar Crest Estate Albariño ($28 at the winery)
• 2022 Cougar Crest Estate Viognier ($28 at the winery)
• 2019 Cougar Crest Estate Barbera ($39 at the winery)
• 2017 Cougar Crest Estate Cabernet Franc ($39 at the winery)
• 2018 Cougar Crest Estate Mourvèdre ($39 at the winery)
• 2017 Cougar Crest Block Eleven Syrah ($39 at the winery)

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Cinder and Liberty Lake Wine Cellars!

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!

Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!

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 Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - Aging Potential Aging Potential refers to a wine's ability to improve, or at least maintain its quality, over along period in the bottle.

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!

Mentions: Rivaura, Daniel Grace and the Davenport Hotel.

Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Daryl Rex Groom Chardonnay, J. Bookwalter Protagonist Cabernet Sauvignon, Browne Bitner Estate Chardonnay, Signé Mâcon Villages Chardonnay and Beaulieu Vineyard Forged Vines Cabernet Sauvignon.

Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!

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In today's episode we virtually sit down with the vintner at Mansion Creek Cellars, Denny Russell. What a treat! Mansion Creek is a boutique winery located in the Fremont District in the Seattle area and they are making amazing wine! We HIGHLY recommend you give them a visit pronto! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #ChingChing

Wines featured this episode:

• NV Mansion Creek Cellars Try Line Red Blend ($58 at the winery or online) 🤩
• 2021 Mansion Creek Cellars Reserve Tempranillo ($72 at the winery or online) 🤩

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: CDA Gourmet and Rivaura! 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 products 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

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!

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 Liberty Lake Wine Cellars Wine Word of the Week - Solera A process of aging and blending wine where younger wines are systematically mixed into older vintages to create a consistent, complex final product.

Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!

We'd love to see you at the Seasons Wine Dinner on Monday, March 23 featuring Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! https://www.facebook.com/events/2823802577823104/permalink/2823802597823102

Mentions: Seattle Seahawks, Ali Mayfield, Luke Marquis, Mollydooker.

Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Cuvaison The Window Chardonnay, Aldiano Chardonnay, 2011 Bodegas Escudero Arvum Roija and a La Riojana Torrontés.

Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!

Wine Time Fridays Rating System:

Phenomenal 💥

Practically Perfect 🤩

Pretty Damn Good! 🥰

Pleasant 😋

Problematic 🤐

Pleagth (Pitiful and Pathetic) 🤮

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In today's episode, week 2 of Taste Washington State Wines Month, we are honored to taste through some amazing wines from renowned wine producer, Andrew Will Cellars, with winemaker, Will Camarda. Will is the winery's second generation winemaker and he's not missed a step in continuing the legacy his father started. Find these wines. Drink these wines! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing

Please visit https://www.andrewwill.com to see all the wines at Andrew Will Cellars!

Wines featured this episode:

• 2023 Andrew Will Cuvée Lucia Sauvignon Blanc
• 2022 Involuntary Commitment
• 2023 Andrew Will Two Blondes Vineyard Malbec
• 2020 Andrew Will Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Blend ($67 at the winery)
• 2020 Andrew Will Sorella Red Blend ($97 at the winery)

A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Seasons of CDA and Pilgrim's Market!

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 And check out ALL of the upcoming events at Season's by clicking https://seasonsofcda.com/coeur-d-alene-seasons-of-coeur-d-alene-events

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!

The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - Duripan A Duripan is a diagnostic soil horizon that has been cemented into a subsurface hardpan by Illuvial silica. Essentially, it’s a layer of earth that has turned into natural concrete.

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 products 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

Mentions: Curt Knox, Cornet Pizzeria, Elsom Cellars, Eileen Wolcott, Vashon Theatre, Alki Lumber, David Hoffman.

We'd love to see you at the Seasons Wine Dinner on March 23 featuring Liberty Lake Wine Cellars! https://seasonsofcda.com/-events?source=header&spot_id=149704&destination=events&promotion=custom_promotion

Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Browne Bitner Estate Chardonnay, Wente Sandstone Merlot, Bells Up Jupiter Pinot Noir and the Ackerman Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon.

Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back!

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