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Tiberio: Passion for the Land and its Native Grapes #ItalianFWT

Posted on March 7, 2020 by joyofwine

Too many times, Abruzzo gets passed over as a destination for wine, travel and food in favour of Tuscany. Instead of the west coast, plan your trip to the east coast and the shore of the Adriatic Sea! Abruzzo has … 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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Fear Revisited

Posted on August 23, 2016 by joyofwine

Sometimes one works so hard toward something, only to have fear kick in and then it becomes unfinished. I’m sure many can certainly relate. Fear kicks my butt more times than I could ever tell you…just check out a previous blog … Continue reading →

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The Life of a Wine Retailer

Posted on April 28, 2015 by joyofwine

Where do I begin?  It’s been a long time since I’ve been here…please forgive me… Do I have an excuse?  Maybe… I’m studying for my diploma, so when I’m not at “the office” I’m at home with my nose in … 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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