Treefort is back at it again with another year of great artists, engaging performances, and of course, wine! Housed in Alefort, you’ll find not just great beers but a bevy of wonderful wines to experience. Read on to learn the nitty gritty of what wine awaits you at the ‘fort.
Like last year, there will be over 50 wines available to taste and enjoy over the five days of Treefort. But they’ll be presented slightly differently. The “Sparkles & Bubbles” table will be dedicated to sparkling and bubbly wines of six different types ranging from a local Idaho sparkling to classic Champagne. Looking to add a little fun and sparkle? Chambongs will be available. Recovering from a great day and night of rockin’ and rollin’? Enjoy a beloved brunch beverage at Alefort where mimosas will be served on Saturday and Sunday.
Another table of wines will focus on whites, orange wines, and rosés with a total of six selections making sure you have several options for refreshing and bright wines. Red wine more your style? A third table will focus on six red wine options arranged progressively from light to full bodied. I’m a big fan of this organization as it allows you to find the style and flavors of wines that you’re most likely to enjoy drinking without getting bogged down by variety or region. Plus, it allows you to be more adventurous and try new wines that may be similar in profile to other wines you know and love.
This year features a fun winemaker tasting event as well. At “The Barrel” in Alefort, Walla Walla, Washington winemaker Trey Busch with Sleight of Hand Cellars, will host a tasting on Friday, March 22 from 5-7 p.m. At this event he’ll showcase five of his current release line-up wines. He’ll also be popping by throughout the fest so you may get to see him in action slinging wine and telling great stories about his selections.
In addition to the great wines you can find throughout the fest, a selection of rare and cellared wines will also be available to taste at “The Barrel.” From old vintages to allocated, limited production wines, you’ll find some special gems gracing the tables. Plus, these wines will change each day giving you something new and fun to experience throughout the fest.
Looking to stay loyal to local? The Main Stage Bar and the Satellite Bars will offer Idaho wine selections in cans from Sawtooth and Split Rail wineries. Delicious and presented in recyclable packaging, these wines will keep you refreshed throughout the festival.
Treefort is a fantastic way to enjoy art in all forms from music to performance and visual art, and wine, too. Immerse yourself in the experience, enjoy great sips and let the shows roll. While it only comes once a year, Treefort is a Boise treasure and one that you can easily enjoy with a glass (or can) of wine in hand. Cheers!
Kathryn House McClaskey is the Founder of House of Wine. She can be reached via email at: kat@houseofwineco.com.
