Tag Archives: summer

Now that Summer is here…

Posted on July 22, 2016 by joyofwine

It seems we’ve been waiting a long time for Summer to show up! It’s almost the end of July, and today is one of the nicest days we’ve seen in a while here in the Capital city. We’ve had so much … Continue reading →

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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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Thirsty Thirty-Something Thursday #14 – Provence

Posted on May 5, 2016 by joyofwine

It’s been hot here. And I mean H-O-T. Quite unusual for this time of year in this neck of the woods. We are likely about two-three weeks ahead of where we normally are for this time of year. I look … Continue reading →

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Time for a Little Pink?

Posted on March 18, 2015 by joyofwine

Is it too early to start on the pink?  To start drinking and savouring rosé?  With the Vernal equinox only 2 days away, I say GO FOR IT!! At the store I manage, we LOVE rosés! Today (Wednesday) is delivery … Continue reading →

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Portugese Pink

Posted on June 15, 2014 by joyofwine

‘Tis the season for rosés!!  I’ve never been a big rosé fan to be honest, but lately, I’ve been tasting some real beauties, and as the weather warms from spring to summer, you can bet I’ll be cracking a few … Continue reading →

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