Comments on: Ice Wines from Around the World – Episode #599

By: Craig

Craig — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:10:25 +0000

Of all the wines that I’ve read about, the Ice Wines piqued my interest more than any other. I stepped into the wine shop nearest my house and found a bottle of the Kiona. Was pleasantly surprised to see that you had reviewed it here. I look forward to opening and tasting it.

Gary, when’s the next time you’ll do more tastings from the cold regions?

While you’re at it, why not get back to another show of sweet wine reveiws? I’d love to see some Sauterne, Tokay (Tokaji), or Trockenbeerenauslese reviews. Especially the last two. Tell us how the nations of the Rhineland are doing as a wine producing region.

By: JJ Williams

JJ Williams — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 19:15:16 +0000

This is JJ Williams from Kiona. We have had a number of calls from your viewers… keep them coming!

We just bottled up the 2008 Ice Wine. Historically, our Ice Wine has been primarily Chenin Blanc, but for two or three years (including the 2006 vintage in this review) we blended it with Riesling. For this current vintage, we have switched back to Chenin Blanc, so even if you have had a Kiona Ice Wine recently, it would be worthwhile to check out the new 2008 vintage.

Thanks for the great review! Cheers!

By: James Hayward

James Hayward — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:53:01 +0000

Im really suprised so many people can say they don’t like iced wines. I’m obsessed. Have visited niagra region on several occasions and even did a harvest. Its like saying you don’t like chocolate. 2004 peller estate cabernet franc, unreal…

By: Winstonbaby

Winstonbaby — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 17:44:38 +0000

Sorry, I just had to see this past show following the Jets vs. Seahawks! At least the Jets were in it late into the season. Our Seahawks were DONE EARLY!
BTW, having visited Red Mountain AVA many times and spacifically Kiona Vinyards, I will point out that “They” are quick to point out that it is pronounced (Ky-ona) like HI ONA….whatever that means! Love your passion/obsession and your shows

By: Dessert Wine Nerd

Dessert Wine Nerd — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:10:40 +0000

ha ha ha…. I know how you feel, Gary. I was cursing the Seahawks 4 games into the season. I knew it was over then. Glad to see ( ego ego ego ) the Washington wine once again won. I keep seeing the Kiona in the stores and wonder if I should buy it. I def am now. QOTD: Ive had some quite good ice wines from Icicle Ridge up here in Peshastin, WA. Very low bottling ( around 30 – 40 cases or so ), so its pretty pricey… $70 for a half bottle. Really good stuff to me though.

By: SarahB

SarahB — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:51:00 +0000

How can you do a show on Eiswein and not feature one from Germany?

By: CBone

CBone — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:40:05 +0000

QOTD: I had a German Eisvine (sp?) once, but good luck with the name. It was lovely. I had a Canadian one from BC, and it BLEW. I like dessert wines, though I rarely drink them.

By: Collin

Collin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:15:56 +0000

QotD – Never met an icewine I didnt like. Inniskillen is wonderful stuff. Ironically enough, they have it by the glass for a very reasonable price in the Canadian restaurant in Epcot, Disneyworld.

By: MattUD

MattUD — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:55:18 +0000

Cool show, didn’t know that much about ice wines and have yet to try one.

By: Nik

Nik — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:21:32 +0000

Not a fan of ice wine at all – but some good information in this show.