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On May 20, 2016, the [Lewis-Clark Valley AVA](https://idahowines.org/idaho-wines/) was formally established as an American Viticultural Area, recognizing the unique... [Read More](https://blog.idahowines.org/lewis-clark-valley-ava-celebrates-10th-anniversary) [![Idaho unique wine varieties wine bottles](https://blog.idahowines.org/hubfs/IWC%20Blog%20Headers%20(7).png)](https://blog.idahowines.org/discover-the-unique-wine-varietals-thriving-in-idaho) Aug 06, 2025 Discover the Unique Wine Varietals Thriving in Idaho When it comes to wine, Idaho’s winemakers have long excelled at classic varietals like Syrah, Merlot, and Riesling. But a growing number of Idaho growers and winemakers are experimenting with... 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It’s time to raise a glass to the incredible wines and ciders produced right here in the Gem State.  Whether you're a wine connoisseur,... [Read More](https://blog.idahowines.org/celebrate-idaho-wine-cider-month) [![](https://blog.idahowines.org/hubfs/2022%20Wine%20Comp%20Header-1.png)](https://blog.idahowines.org/idaho-wine-competition-2022) May 31, 2022 2022 Wine Competition Showcases the Best of Idaho Wines ## *Wine industry experts judged over 150 of the state’s best wines* The 13th annual Idaho Wine and Cider Competition took place on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, and identified the state’s top wines and ciders... [Read More](https://blog.idahowines.org/idaho-wine-competition-2022) [![](https://blog.idahowines.org/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(6).png)](https://blog.idahowines.org/wine-and-cider-month) Jun 02, 2021 May we see your passport? Now boarding for Idaho Wine & Cider Month Okay, let’s get the bad news out of the way first: this year, there’s no Savor Idaho, the crown jewel of [Idaho Wine and Cider Month](https://idahowines.org/event/wine-and-cider-month/). But here’s the good news… You can still have fun discovering Idaho... [Read More](https://blog.idahowines.org/wine-and-cider-month) [![New winery bottles and logos](https://blog.idahowines.org/hubfs/New%20Winery%20Roundup.png)](https://blog.idahowines.org/new-winery-roundup) Apr 21, 2021 New winery round up for the new normal Life has changed in so many ways over the past year. But not all change is bad, as this half-dozen of new wineries and tasting rooms in Idaho are here to prove. And with vaccines and temperatures on... 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