21 episodes
Where the Wine Is with Michelle Leonardson Michelle Leonardson: Certified Specialist of Wine, Blogger and Wine Lover
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The Where the Wine Is podcast is dedicated to wine education, training and storytelling. Your host, Michelle Leonardson, believes Idaho wine is the next big thing and she’s here to take you on a journey! Get to know the doers and dreamers working in the Idaho wine industry and witness an emerging region growing from infancy to world player. This podcast is an extension of the Where the Wine Is blog at www.MichelleLeonardson.com – make sure to visit and join the mailing list. Connect with Michelle on Facebook and Instagram @MichelleLeonardson; on Pinterest @MichelleLeoCSW, Twitter @mleonardson; or email m@michelleleonardson.com. Please subscribe and never miss a show!
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020: Empower Your Passion | the Women and Wines of Sawtooth Winery
In the mid-2000s Sawtooth Winery winemaker Meredith Smith heard the empowering quote “pay attention to what you pay attention to” and thus began her inspiring journey into the Idaho wine industry. *This post contains affiliate links. In the twentieth episode of the Where the Wine Is podcast, Michelle interviews Smith along with Tasting Room Manager […]
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019: Plan Your Visit to Idaho Wine Country | Southwestern Snake River Valley
Are you ready to visit Idaho’s wine country in the beautiful Snake River Valley AVA? In this episode of Where the Wine Is, let yourself be whisked away to the wineries of Idaho’s southwestern wine region. As a nearly lifelong Idahoan, your host Michelle Leonardson reveals her 5 star recommendations for where you should stay, […]
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018: An Insider’s Perspective | Industry Buzz with Karen McMillin
Is Idaho wine really on the rise? In this episode Michelle embarks on a fascinating discussion with Karen McMillin, Certified Specialist of Wine and Estate Brand Manager for Hayden Beverage Co. Hear the distributor’s perspective on what’s current, what’s to come and what other industry professionals want to know about Idaho wine. You won’t […]
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017: Comparison, Competition & Collaboration | The Importance of Working Together
This is an episode like no other. In early October 2017, we watched in horror as wildfires have ripped through beloved areas of Northern California. Lives have been lost. Entire neighborhoods and businesses, vineyards and wineries have burned to the ground displacing thousands. California is in our heart and in this episode we address the […]
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016: Idaho Wine by the Glass | Restaurant Talk with Katie Hestead
Katie Hestead is the Bar Manager and Wine Director of Richard’s, a stunning downtown Boise restaurant located at the Inn at 500 Capitol. In this episode she talks about the significant role food has played in her life and the impact wine has made in her soul. Related Links Richards The Inn at 500 […]
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015: Behind the Scenes | The 8th Annual Idaho Wine Competition
Your host Michelle Leonardson worked the room at the eighth annual Idaho Wine Competition, from the hustle and bustle of the staging area to the quiet judges’ panels in the main arena. Go behind the scenes and learn what it is like to observe 152 wines and 9 ciders be awarded gold, silver and bronze […]