Stuck trying to figure out which wines to pair with your Thanksgiving meal? Let us help you with this foolproof plan! This season we're offering our annual Thanksgiving Wine Sets complete with wine notes written by our founder, Kat, (so YOU can be the wine expert), stylish packaging, and delicious selections perfect for enjoying with your holiday meal. This curated…
Due to its thin skin and fickle nature, Pinot Noir – the “heartbreak grape” – was long thought to flourish in Burgundy France, and only in Burgundy France. That paradigm has shifted, and even the most snobbish of Francophiles now must admit that great Pinot Noir can be cultivated and made in Oregon, parts of California, and even New Zealand.…
Break out your cozy knits! As the autumn cool sets in, our wine glasses naturally call for something with a bit more warmth and depth. Join Retail Manager José and dive into the "why's" behind our seasonal wine cravings. Did you know that "cozy" isn't just reserved for big, heavy red wines? We’ll explore five wine to learn how reds…
Come join us at House of Wine for our exciting “First Thursday” event in November! For this night we'll put aside our regular wine by the glass options and offer free tastes of 3 great wines from local Idaho favorite Laissez-Faire! The festivities begin at 5pm and last until 8pm. This is a free event and no registration is required.…
Italy produces some of the world’s most distinctive and powerful red wines. Join Wine Guide Mark as we travel from the warm Mediterranean south to the hills of central and northeastern Italy, exploring how climate, elevation, soil, and indigenous grapes shape a wine’s expression. We’ll also examine winemaking techniques such as extended maceration, barrel aging, and the use of dried…
Wine and music are a natural pairing and House of Wine is proud to partner with the Boise Phil for this special, one night only, event featuring John Fawcett. Who is John Fawcett? John Fawcett is an American violinist recognized for his expressive musicianship and commitment to connecting with audiences through both solo and collaborative performance. He is the esteemed…
What is the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines? The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines is an extremely popular course. It will teach you about the key grape varieties that are grown around the world, the regions in which they grow, and the different styles of wine that these varieties produce. It will also expand on the Systematic Approach…
Hosting holiday dinners can be stressful, but picking the right wine shouldn't be! Join our Retail Manager José for a tasting designed to solve your biggest holiday wine dilemmas ahead of your Thanksgiving gathering. José will lead you through five wines alongside bites of three classic holiday-inspired dishes lovingly prepared by our friends at Life's Kitchen—an incredible local nonprofit empowering…
Skip the chaotic big-box lines and trade the malls for a warm, welcoming space dedicated to wine enjoyment and community. This Small Business Saturday, make House of Wine your holiday shopping headquarters or your ultimate sanctuary to rest, recharge, and toast to the local makers who make our downtown special. Complimentary Bubbly: While you browse our shelves or take a…
We all have favorite Cabs. It’s ok. However, as wine enthusiasts, it’s helpful to remember that there are THOUSANDS of different grape varieties used to make wine. There’s no way to try them all, but we can use our favorites as a starting point. Join Wine Guide Michael to explore new terroir by asking, “IF I like this wine, THEN…
