When the state of choice in Kovas Pabulinskas’ blog 50 States of Wine turned to Idaho, Sawtooth Winery was the focus! Pabulinska writes, “formerly known as Pintler Cellars, Sawtooth Winery was founded in 1987 in Idaho’s Snake River Valley. Chardonnay, Syrah, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc, and Viognier are planted in two vineyards, Sawtooth and Skyline, …

Copyright 2014 Seattle Times The state’s scrappy wine industry is on a serious roll. It now boasts 50 wineries, located primarily in the Snake River Valley west of Boise. “THANKS TO a little help from Washington, Idaho is finally gaining some well-deserved recognition as an up-and-coming wine region. It’s been a long time developing, but …