Our Wines

Bitner Vineyards were planted in 1981, with the first production in 1985. There are 15 acres planted to Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot, Shiraz, Petite Verdot and Voignoir. In 1995 We started a long term relationship with Greg Koenig of Koenig Winery and Distillery. Greg makes wines from us each year under his own label and in 1997 started to make reserve wines for us under the Bitner Vineyard label. The wines made by Greg from our grapes have received national attention.

Several recent write ups from Wine Press Northwest Magazine follow. Bitner Vineyards wines are currently available direct from us, Idaho State Liquor Dispensaries, Wine Styles in Boise, Music of the Vine in Caldwell, Grape Escape in Boise and Boise Wine Co-Op. Our tasting room is now open on Fri-Sun, 12 noon-5pm. We are located in the heart of wine country in the Treasure Valley in Caldwell. For more information please call: (208) 455-1870.

Wine Press Northwest: Winter 2009/2010

2006 Sevana Red Dessert Wine

Snake River Valley, 50 Cases, 19% alc., $25

Excellent. This Port-style wine uses Syrah grapes from southern Idaho's Snake River Valley. It provides aromas of coffee, caramel and oak, followed by the rich flaors of chocolate and thick, ripe boysenberries.

2006 Merlot/Petit Verdot

Snake River Vallley, 72 cases, 14.1% alc., $22

Excellent. Longtime grower Ron Bitner and winemaker Greg Koenig Team up again to produce 60/40 blend that opens with pie cherry, cedar and graphite aromas. Blackberry leads on the palate, followed by more sour cherries, making for delicious balance and an ideal mate for lasagna slathered in a rich meat sauce.

2006 Reserve Shiraz/Cabernet Sauvignon

Snake River Valley, 95 cases, 14.1% alc., $30

Excellent. Ron Bitner has devoted several months each year to bee research in Austrailia, times reflected in the naming of this 66/34 blend. The Syrah component helps account for the aromas of blueberry and plum, backed by notes of lavendar, teriyaki and minerality. Juicy blueberries re-emerge in the mouth, joined by cherries, chocolate, chalkboard dust, tar and green peppercorns. Enjoy this with teriyaki beef that includes green beans.

Find our Wines

	Chardonnay (2007)	[ Click for Details \|\| Click to Vote ]
	Available 2 Awards Lightly toasted oak with ripe apple, pear and melon aromas, punctuated by creamy butterscotch and soft oak. Long-lingering buttery finish. Pair with seafood, soft creamy cheese dishes.

	Cabernet Sauvignon (2006)	[ Click for Details \|\| Click to Vote ]
	Available 3 Awards Flagship of the Bitner wines. Soft vanilla, oak and cherry aromas, rich berry and ripe cherry fruit flavors. Velvety texture, smooth tannins and soft finish. A soft finish with a balancing kiss of acidity. Serve with meat dishes, dark chocolate desserts.

	Dry Riesling (2007)	[ Click for Details \|\| Click to Vote ]
	Available 4 Awards Customer Rating: 5.0 stars Bone dry and beautiful. A pure expression of the fruit-gooseberry aromas, soft white peach and citrus flavors with a long, lean finish. Pairs with almost anything. Especially spicy foods.

	Late Harvest Riesling (2006)	[ Click for Details \|\| Click to Vote ]
	Available Customer Rating: 5.0 stars Dynamite pear aromas in the nose. Nice ripe fruit flavors throughout. Well balanced, great finish. Not cloyingly sweet. Serve over strawberries, ice cream or with pecan pie. Enjoying it can become addicting just by itself as dessert. 2008 Florida State Wine Competition Double Gold and Best of Show Dessert Wine.

	Shiraz Cabernet (2006)	[ Click for Details \|\| Click to Vote ]
	Winery Only Aromas of blackberries, lightly roasted coffee followed by blueberries and sweet pomegranate on the tongue with a pleasing lingering finish. Serve with lamb or beef dishes

	Merlot Petit Verdot (2006)	[ Click for Details \|\| Click to Vote ]
	Winery Only Soft oak and berry flavors, nice peppery finish. Good all around red blend with meat dishes.

	SEVANA Shiraz Red Dessert Wine~Port Style (2006)	[ Click for Details \|\| Click to Vote ]
	Available Excellent rich full-bodied port style wine with flavors of raspberry, plum and spice. With its rich, fruity and sweet taste, it retains the red color and fruit flavor of youth.