Tag Archives: Loire Valley

Thirsty Thirty- Something Thursday #22- Sancerre

Posted on July 14, 2016 by joyofwine

With summer in full swing, I’m fully into the drinking of white wine. This is not to say I don’t enjoy red or white wine all year round, but there is nothing more pleasurable than sitting outside in the sun during … Continue reading →

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A Sampling of France…

Posted on April 16, 2014 by joyofwine

I came back from a wine tasting on Monday, to tell my husband that this was the first evening I felt a semblance of “normal” since I returned from my trip to the Caribbean with my daughter.  The retail store I … Continue reading →

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Christmas Turkey Wine!

Posted on December 23, 2013 by joyofwine

I found my turkey wine! For those of you that celebrate Christmas and often wonder what to “pair” with the Christmas turkey, look no further! Typically for turkey, we look to rosés or lighter reds with some spicy notes to … Continue reading →

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Founding Father Franc

Posted on December 11, 2013 by joyofwine

Let’s talk about Cabernet Franc….this poor grape doesn’t get much respect, and is highly underrated! I mean, look at Franc’s wife, not to mention his son!  And like any good man, he’s letting his son and his wife take the spotlight. … Continue reading →

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