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I Collazzi and a Big Ol’ Steak #ItalianFWT

Posted on June 26, 2020 by joyofwine

Super Tuscans: You love them or you hate them. They are wines that statistically score high, but are they all necessarily good? What does it all even mean? Tuscany is known more for the sangiovese grape, with various amounts of … Continue reading →

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Living Life to its Fullest

Posted on September 18, 2018 by joyofwine

I love it when people celebrate birthdays. No, not your kid’s first birthday, or their 13th or 18th, but a 65th or 70th, 80th and 90th birthday!  Now those are really worth celebrating! Imagine my delight and surprise to be … Continue reading →

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What Are you Doing New Years Eve?

Posted on December 30, 2017 by joyofwine

‘Tis the season for bubbles…with International Champagne Day coming up on December 31, not only will Champagne be opened, but other such bubbles too. So what’s your favourite bubbly for not just NYE, but any special occasions? Or do you … Continue reading →

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An Evening with Catena Wines

Posted on March 3, 2017 by joyofwine

Last week, my boss and I were privileged to be two of only six guests for dinner and a tasting of some exclusive (higher-end) wines from the Bodega Catena Zapata of Argentina. Anyone who knows me, will know that Argentine … Continue reading →

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Geeky Grape Girl (G3) – Part 2 Answers

Posted on February 24, 2017 by joyofwine

It’s Friday, so it must be answer day to the geeky grapes question! I’m happy to report that at least one person attempted to answer the questions, which I received via email! And the individual even gave me the reference … Continue reading →

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