Wine Time Fridays Podcast

In this weeks episode, the wine bell has additional meaning! Today, Shelley and Phil sit virtually with Dave Specter with Bells Up Winery for week two of Oregon Wine Month tasting through six of their wines. Each of their wines have personalities and matching classical music to match. This winery is ultra boutique, however, they are open by appointment and with that, you won't share your tasting experience with anyone else AND you'll likely get a vineyard tour too! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #PrettyPinots #BellsUpMoment Wines this episode: * 2024 Bells Up Winery Joy Seyval Blanc Brut [https://bellsupwinery.com/2025/03/02/2024-joy/] ($48 at the winery)💥 * 2024 Bells Up Winery Rhapsody Pinot Blanc [https://bellsupwinery.com/2016/01/01/2023-rhapsody/] ($38 at the winery)💥 * 2023 Bells Up Winery Prelude Rosé of Pinot Noir [https://bellsupwinery.com/2025/03/02/2023-prelude/] ($32 at the winery)💥 * 2021 Bells Up Winery Titan Pinot Noir [https://bellsupwinery.com/2024/08/18/2021-titan/] ($46 at the winery)🤩 * 2021 Bells Up Winery Jupiter Estate Pinot Noir [https://bellsupwinery.com/2020/05/15/2021-jupiter/] ($50 at the winery)💥 * 2021 Bells Up Winery New World Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon [https://bellsupwinery.com/2023/10/15/2021-new-world/] ($68 at the winery) - Fanfare Club Exclusive🤩 A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Pilgrim's Market and CDA Gourmet Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day and weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com [http://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 [https://www.cdagourmet.com/] for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music.  The Seasons of Coeur d'Alene Wine Words of the Week - Field Grafting A viticultural technique where new grapevine scion wood is grafted onto existing rootstock in the vineyard, allowing for a change in grape variety without replanting. 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/ [https://www.seasonsofcda.com/] for more information or call 208-664-8008 Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Daryl Rex Groom Reserve Chardonnay, Emerson Brown Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Fernando Candelario Chardonnay, Matt Parish Pilot Hill Gang Red Blend, Long Shadows Julia's Dazzle and Carmen Stevens Chenin Blanc. Mentions: Sam Lange, Rich Perry, Clare Carver, Big Table Farm, Tablas Creek, Brad Binko, Eternal Wine, Rick Bakas, Tod Hornby, Laureen Betts and Hyland Estate. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays [https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays]), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays [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!  © 2025 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserved

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil sit virtually with Clare Carver with Big Table Farm to kick off Oregon Wine Month 2025! And what a kick off it is as Clare is truly a kick in the pants! Fine wine isn't the only thing they accomplish at Big Table Farm as we also go deep on their sustainable farming, so pour a glass of a delicious Oregon wine and learn along with us! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing  Please visit http://www.bigtablefarm.com [http://www.bigtablefarm.com/] for information on everything going on at the winery! Wines this episode: * 2023 big table farm Wild Bee Chardonnay [https://bigtablewine.com/product?productid=4DD2A486-0E3E-4C2C-B203-262D3D611B84] ($34 at the winery)💥 * 2023 big table farm laughing pig rosé [https://bigtablewine.com/product?productid=42F41F12-3B60-4D9E-8459-8F155CC43A85] ($36 at the winery)💥 * 2023 big table farm Willamette Valley Pinot Noir [https://bigtablewine.com/product?productid=FFFA74F9-E8A5-4BD7-BF7A-CD97B14A2813]($50 at the winery)🤩 * 2022 big table farm The Rocks Funk Estate Syrah [https://bigtablewine.com/product?productid=74C59C9B-0DDE-42C1-8D94-8A36DD6BAF04] ($72 at the winery)🤩 A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Rivaura, J. Bookwalter Wines and 3D Cabinets by Design! 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 will be open on Fridays and Saturday's until late Spring 2025! Visit https://rivaura.com [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 [https://www.bookwalterwines.com/] for more information or simply call or 509-627-5000. 3D Cabinets by Design: If you’re ready for a complete kitchen upgrade, 3D Cabinets by Design is THE place for you. Visit 3dcabinetsbydesign.com [https://3dcabinetsbydesign.com/] for more information or visit their new location at 3895 Schreiber Way in Coeur d'Alene! 3D Cabinets by Design: Dream, Design, Deliver 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 [https://todhornby.com/] to see what Tod is up to! The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week - Regenerative Practices Regenerative practices in winemaking refer to farming and production methods that prioritize soil health, biodiversity and ecosystem balance. Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Rivaura Merlot, Tolaini Al Passo Toscana, Akiyoshi Chardonnay, The Great Oregon Wine Company Chardonnay, Oé Le Méditerranée and Anura Chardonnay. Mentions: Brian Marcy, Helen Turley, Saviah Cellars, Jared Funk and Richard Funk. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays [https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays]), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays [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)  🤮 © 2025 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserved

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil celebrate International Viognier Day, which happens to be TODAY, with two vastly different Viognier's! Are you a fan of Viognier? Now is your try to give this versatile white wine a try! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #Vaginier #EasterEgg Wines this episode: * 2022 Eternal Sunshine Viognier [https://eternalwine.orderport.net/product-details/0323/Eternal-Sunshine-2022-Viognier] ($39 at the winery) 😋 * 2022 Tenimenti D'alessandro Igt Viognier [https://winelibrary.com/wines/viognier/2022-tenimenti-d-alessandro-igt-viognier-142570?srsltid=AfmBOoqUFalTUozQZ4RIW0vWk-I95TmLEKOuFEVtaGoquwQY3uq48_jw] ($30 at Wine Library) 🥰 A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Naked Wines and Kestrel Vintners! Naked Wines: Straight from the winemaker right to your door, premium wine without the premium pricing is what Naked Wines is all about. Save big on wines from the world’s best winemakers! Visit https://us.nakedwines.com/winetimefridays [https://us.nakedwines.com/winetimefridays] to get $100 off your first 6 pack case. With Naked Wines, discovering new wines is truly risk-free! Kestrel Vintners: Since 1999, Kestrel Vintners has crafted exceptional wines, blending old-world tradition with modern technique. Experience the unique terroir of their 126-acre estate vineyard. Kestrel Vintners: making great wines accessible to all, every day. Visit kestrelwines.com [https://kestrelwines.com/] for more information. 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 [https://todhornby.com/] to see what Tod is up to! The Rivaura Wine Word of the Week - Loess Loess is a type of sedimentary deposit that's composed of fine, wind-blown particles, typically silt-sized or smaller. It's often formed from the accumulation of dust and sediment that's been transported by wind over long distances. 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 will be open on Fridays and Saturday's until late Spring 2025! Visit https://rivaura.com [https://rivaura.com/] for more information or simply call, 208 667-1019! Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Lady in Red, Jonata Todos, J. Bookwalter Readers Red Blend, Clos du Bois Pinot Grigio and a F. Stephen Millier Angel's Reserve Pinot Noir. Mentions: Wine Library, Gary Vaynerchuk, Brad Binko, Rick Bakas, Big Table Farm, Clare Carver, Bells Up Winery, Hyland Estates, Compris Vineyards, André Mack,  Products used in this episode [https://winetimefridays.com/things-we-use/]: The One Wine Glass and Boomerang Two-Step Corkscrew Wine Opener with Built-In Foil Cutter & Bottle Opener. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays [https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays]), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays [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)  🤮 © 2025 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserved

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil virtually sit across from Paige Comrie, the brain behind the Wine With Paige brand. In this episode, we talk about almost everything! So many things we can't even BEGIN to mention them here in the description. You're going to love this one! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #GeekOut #NoEasterEgg  Visit https://www.winewithpaige.com [https://www.winewithpaige.com/] for ALL things Paige, including her free Napa map, and we recommend "Following" her on Instagram which is @winewithpaige Wines this episode: * 2023 The Terraces Chardonnay ($45 at the winery) * 2021 Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon ($35 at Pilgrim's Market) A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Elsom Cellars and Seasons of Coeur d’Alene! Elsom Cellars: Good times are meant to be shared and so are great grapes and great wines! Since 2006, Elsom Cellars has been producing brilliant Washington wines. For more information about Elsom Wines, please visit http://www.elsomcellars.com [http://www.elsomcellars.com/]  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/ [https://www.seasonsofcda.com/] for more information or call 208-664-8008 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 [https://todhornby.com/] to see what Tod is up to! The 3D Cabinets by Design Wine Words of the Week - Brooding This term is used for wines that are complex and seem to hold back some of their flavors and aromas. It can be a positive descriptor, suggesting a wine that rewards contemplation. If you’re ready for a complete kitchen upgrade, 3D Cabinets by Design is THE place for you. Visit https://3dcabinetsbydesign.com for more information or visit their new location at 3895 Schreiber Way in Coeur d'Alene! 3D Cabinets by Design: Dream, Design, Deliver Some wines we've enjoyed this week: 2017 R&B Single Vineyard Malbec, Pèppoli Chianti Classico (Antinori), Readers Syrah, Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay. Mentions: Rocky Pond Winery, Massican, Shannon Crull, Andrew Allison, Cuvée Collective, Cameron Roblee, Andrea Robinson, Chris Cochran, Sara Lane, GlassVin, VinGarde Valise, Alaska Airlines, Social Media Marketing World, GaryVee Wine Club [https://winetext.com/?wrc=48bd904d], Dottie J. Gaiter and John Brecher [https://grapecollective.com/articles/author/dorothy-j-gaiter-and-john], VacuVin Swirling Carafe, Luke Marquis, Molly Dooker, Cynthia, Dan Petroski, Adam Moss eri, Mark Zuckerberg, Matt Sparkman, J. Bookwalter Wines, Kevin Olsonberg, Rams Gate Winery. Products used in this episode [https://winetimefridays.com/things-we-use/]: The One Wine Glass and Boomerang Two-Step Corkscrew Wine Opener with Built-In Foil Cutter & Bottle Opener. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays [https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays]), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays [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)  🤮 © 2025 Wine Time Fridays - All Rights Reserved

In todays episode, Shelley and Phil dive in to two moderately priced red wines to honor their upcoming respective wine days, re-introduce the Vacu Vin Swirling Carafe and talk about why restaurants have a corkage fee. Bring on the tannins and muscles! #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing  Wines this episode: * 2022 Piattelli Vineyards Malbec [https://www.piattellivineyards.com/mendoza-portfolio] (Season's of Coeur d'Alene) 😋 * 2021 Tom Shula Tannat [https://www.nakedwines.com/products/tom-shula-california-tannat-2021] ($17 at Naked Wines) 😋 A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Pilgrim's Market, CDA Gourmet and J. Bookwalter Wines! Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day and weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com [http://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 [https://www.cdagourmet.com/] for more information or  call 208-551-2364. CDA Gourmet: Your kitchen elevated 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 [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 [https://todhornby.com/] to see what Tod is up to! The Naked Wines Wine Words of the Week - Corking/Corkage Fee This is a charge levied by a restaurant or wine establishment for serving wine that has been brought by the customer, rather than purchased from the establishment's wine list.   Naked Wines: Straight from the winemaker right to your door, premium wine without the premium pricing is what Naked Wines is all about. Save big on wines from the world’s best winemakers! Visit https://us.nakedwines.com/winetimefridays [https://us.nakedwines.com/winetimefridays] to get $100 off your first 6 pack case. With Naked Wines, discovering new wines is truly risk-free! Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Kestrel Vintners Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon AND Lady in White, Murphy-Goode Zinfandel, David Marchesi Chardonnay and Le Crema Chardonnay. Mentions: Andrea Soderlund, Ruth Buzzi, Dustin Lewis, Season's of Coeur d'Alene, Brenda and Matt Sparkman, Liberty Lake Cellars, Brad Binko, John Kobylt, Roshni, Vacu Vin Swirling Carafe, Paige Comrie, Wine With Paige and Chris Cochran. For a morbid laugh, please check this out this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2yKPPjOSAE [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2yKPPjOSAE] Products used in this episode [https://winetimefridays.com/things-we-use/]: The One Wine Glass and Boomerang Two-Step Corkscrew Wine Opener with Built-In Foil Cutter & Bottle Opener. Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays [https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays]), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays [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!