Tag Archives: Malbec

Thirsty Thirty-Something Thursday #21 – Lost Inhibitions (Okanagan, BC)

Posted on June 30, 2016 by joyofwine

This blog is being posted also on YEG Women in Wine as part of the Canada Day Series. And Speaking of Canada Day…that’s tomorrow and we celebrate Canada’s 149th birthday! It’s always a fun day no matter where you are … Continue reading →

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I’m Feeling Chile

Posted on March 7, 2016 by joyofwine

I’ve gained a new appreciation for Chilean wine.  It’s distinct (at least for Cabernets and Carmeneres), it’s flavourful, and getting better and better quality wise. Last week, I attended a luncheon tasting of 8 Montes wines. The “big” guys were … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Wines

Posted on January 8, 2015 by joyofwine

Happy New Year!  I don’t know about you, but I always “wax nostalgia” this time of year…thinking about what I accomplished in this past year, and what is yet to come.  How will 2015 be better, and how can I … Continue reading →

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Passion re-visited

Posted on July 26, 2014 by joyofwine

Sometimes re-posting an entry is worth it. Ask my friend SAHMmelier.  She has packed lots of 1-2 punches with her re-blogs.  And I’m glad, because I wasn’t around the first time to read them.  I know I’m being a bit … Continue reading →

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Not Just Another Pretty Malbec Face…

Posted on December 3, 2013 by joyofwine

We all know how trendy the Malbec is these days don’t we?  Well, contrary to popular belief, there ARE other Malbecs out there besides the oh-so-trendy Argentinian Malbecs that we see on every restaurants wine lists. So,  let’s go back … Continue reading →

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