Northwest Wine Radio

(2019)  It's been known as one of the larger fruit producers of southern Oregon, and that fruit was mostly in the orchards until a few decades ago.

Our guests this week share the stories behind Del Rio Vineyards of Gold Hill near Medford, Oregon, and Cramoisi Vineyard of Dundee Hills.  And, we explore the most popular cocktails state-by-state.  Can you guess Washington's or Oregon's favorite mixed drink?

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

(2019)  Three friends come together; full of talent, ideas, and the passion to create exceptional wines.  They did it, and then some!

Our guests this week share the stories behind WIT Cellars of Prosser, and AVID Cider of Bend.  And, the Wine Moms stop by to make another wine recommendation.  Let's hope the kids play quietly in the background this time!

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

(2019)  He was one of the first craft brewers in the Northwest, and these days, he's an ambassador of the product.  Allen Rhoads of the Washington Beer Commission even teaches a college class! 

Our guests this week share the stories behind Anacortes Brewing of Anacortes, Chipmonkey Wines of Seattle, and Three Rivers Winery of Walla Walla.  And, the Wine Moms stop by to make another wine recommendation.  Let's hope the kids play quietly in the background this time!

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

(2019)  Sometimes, the name says it all.  That's definitely the case for a wine making operation out of southeastern Washington, where the name suggests a tie to a noble profession of yesteryear.

Our guests this week share the stories behind Forgeron Cellars of Walla Walla, and Cowhorn Wines of Jacksonville, Oregon.

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine & Booze in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

(2019)  Everybody in the area said it couldn't be done, which is likely why this duo put their science to the taste, and ended up proving everyone wrong!

Our guests this week share the stories behind Native Flora Wines of Dundee, and Meriwether Cider Company of Garden City, Idaho.  And, the Wine Moms stop by to make another wine recommendation.  Let's hope the kids play quietly in the background this time!

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

And remember, after you listen to the show, be sure to check out our other fun programming:

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(2019)  And now it's time for something different, yet delicious.   We take this week's show on the road...and up in the air...in order to share the story of saki's tastier cousin.

Our guests this week share the stories behind Hawaiian Shoku Company of Oahu, Canvasback Wines of Walla Walla, and Barrister Cellars of Spokane. 

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

And remember, after you listen to the show, be sure to check out our other fun programming:

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WATCH Northwest Game Night  LISTEN TO The Joy Unicorns Show

WATCH Northwest Bar Night    WATCH Northwest Wine Night

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(2019)  The name has been associated with Washington's Woodinville Wine Country for decades.  Now we get the story behind this wine-making dynasty.

Our guests this week share the stories behind Delille Cellars of Woodinville and Burke Gilman Brewing Company of Seattle.  And, they're back!  The "Wine Moms" will stop by, crying babies and all, to talk about the new favorite bottle of wine.

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

(2019)  Delicious wine, race horses, and a blind date gone GREAT!  That's a heck of a headline for this show, right?

Our guests this week share the stories behind Fortuity Cellars of Yakima and Love That Red Winery of Woodinville.  And, they're back!  The "Wine Moms" will stop by, crying babies and all, to talk about the new favorite bottle of wine.

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

And remember, after you listen to the show, be sure to check out our other fun programming:

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WATCH Northwest Game Night  LISTEN TO The Joy Unicorns Show

WATCH Northwest Bar Night    WATCH Northwest Wine Night

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(2019)  Right out of the gate this week, we have some big wine news to share about the local industry.  And then, of course, we'll meet some of the local producers who make the Northwest special.

Our guests this week share the stories behind 3100 Cellars of Garden City and Quirk Brewing of Walla Walla.  And, the last of the region's "Oktoberfest" parties are here, and we'll have a complete list!

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."

(2019)  On this week's show, we have some interesting names to explain, and we'll also announce an exciting new partnership designed to bring you even more stories of Northwest producers!

Our guests this week share the stories behind SMAK Wines of Walla Walla and KrisElle Cellars of White City, Oregon.  And we'll have a special bonus for you in the form of the "Wine Moms" who have discovered another delicious Northwest wine.

Join host Brian Calvert for all this, plus our new features "Wine in the News" and "Grapevine," a listing for Northwest events featuring wine and beer.  Master of Wine Bob Betz of Betz Family Winery stops by to answer our wine questions in his segment "Ask Bob," and Justin Stiefel of Heritage Distilling Company mixes-up our "Drink of the Week."