Tag Archives: Champagne

After the Palate Fatigue…

Posted on February 24, 2015 by joyofwine

After four flights of sparkling wines, my palate was cooked…13 sparkling wines later, I was getting better and better as the night went one, despite my aching palate.  Tips and tricks from good friends led me to successfully taste, describe, and … Continue reading →

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Got Bubbles?

Posted on December 24, 2014 by joyofwine

With Christmas a short day away, and New Years hot on its heels, everyone should be stocking up on the bubbles for the festive occasion!  Whether it’s Cava, Prosecco, Cremant, Champagne, Sparkling Wines, look for YOUR perfect bubbly for this next … Continue reading →

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Bubbly anyone?

Posted on March 22, 2013 by joyofwine

About 30 cm of snow came through my city in the past week and a half. (For those in the US that read my post, I’ll translate:  12 inches).  Are you kidding me?  It’s spring!  The Vernal Equinox came on the 20th for … Continue reading →

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