Boise Coop Wine Shop

Tasting: Vin du Bois Winery

• March 19, 2008

The Vin du Bois bottlings sport a single distinctive T on the front label, representing the shared first initial of the two generation team that heads the winery. Ted Judd has been involved in the Treasure Valley wine scene for a number of years. He’s the winemaker for Vin du Bois, while his daughter Tonya takes care of the business end. They source their grapes from some of the best sites in Idaho’s Snake River appellation, working closely with the vineyard owners to secure top quality juice. This weekend we’ll be pouring three different selections: A fresh and lively 2007 Pinot Gris that was just released. Their 2006 Viognier that offers delicate honeysuckle and orange blossom aromas backed by spicy hints of nutmeg and white pepper with sweet citrus and crisp pineapple flavors. And a 2006 Pinot Noir filled with juicy berry aromas that play against a nice herbal, earthy quality along with bright cherry and berry fruit flavors.