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Wine + Food + Travel = A Really Great Trip!

Posted on October 7, 2019 by joyofwine

When I ask people about if they’ve had any Italian wine, the first two answers they give are Chianti and Prosecco. And when visiting, most have gone, and/or had tours set up to Tuscany, Rome and of course Venice. Tuscany, … Continue reading →

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Collisioni – A collision of music, wine…and food!

Posted on July 27, 2017 by joyofwine

Collisioni 2017 is in the books with successful concerts from Placebo and Robbie Williams, readings from poets, authors and actors, and copious amounts of wine tasted along with a new initiative this year:  Progetto Food. For me, this was my … Continue reading →

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Let’s Not Forget Schioppettino!

Posted on December 15, 2016 by joyofwine

Friuli is well known for their fabulous whites, but on my recent trip to the region, we imbibed in the reds of the regions, and likely the most famous, is Schioppettino (Sk-YIP-a-TEENO). There are many producers of this fine grape, and … Continue reading →

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Friuli – More Than Just White Wine

Posted on November 29, 2016 by joyofwine

When one thinks of wines from Friuli, white wine is typically the first thing that comes to mind. On my recent trip tip Friuli-Venezie Giulia, I had opportunity to dive into the indigenous red grapes of the region and taste … Continue reading →

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Seen and Heard YEG

Posted on June 27, 2016 by joyofwine

I recently had the opportunity to sit with Karen Unland, journalist and freelancer extraordinaire, rounding up local blogs and podcasts and writing about it all in her own blog and podcast!  This is a community growing daily, and becoming an … Continue reading →

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