Tag Archives: Pinot Gris

Being Thankful

Posted on October 12, 2020 by joyofwine

Canadian Thanksgiving is today…and it’s truly one of my favourite holidays! I love the crisp, cool air, the endless sunshine (in these parts, we get a lot) and the panorama of autumn colours is pretty astounding! The Capital Region River … Continue reading →

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Pinot Around the World

Posted on March 10, 2020 by joyofwine

When we hear the word Pinot, we think of the red Pinot.  But did you know that the Pinot’s – Noir, Gris and Blanc are genetically identical? It’s complicated I know, but if you were test their DNA, you would … Continue reading →

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Zind Humbrecht: A Vertical of one of the world’s greatest Pinot Gris

Posted on April 30, 2016 by joyofwine

Vinitaly is not just about Italian wine. I had the rare opportunity and privilege to be part of a group to taste a 20 year vertical of Pinot Gris from the Clos-Saint-Urbain Rangen de Thann Grand Cru vineyard. For me, … Continue reading →

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Twenty-Five and Fine – Part 2

Posted on February 16, 2013 by joyofwine

Welcome to Part 2 of Twenty-Five and Fine!  I promised you six more wines from six more countries, and here they are!  Some of them just make the cut, but still won’t break the bank at $25 or less.  I … Continue reading →

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