Tag Archives: Viognier

South African Adventure – Day 1 & 2

Posted on January 30, 2018 by joyofwine

Sometimes life deals you a hand you can’t refuse…yup, again, I am blessed, to not only be participating in my first harvest, but to do it in South Africa is beyond anything I ever imagined. I have my own little … Continue reading →

Posted in Joy of Wine, Life and Education, Personal Stories | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Harvest, Harvest 2018, Journey’s End, life, Somerset West, South Africa, southern harvest, summer, Viognier, Western Cape | Leave a comment

An evening with Christian Voeux

Posted on January 26, 2017 by joyofwine

I love a good well-made wine. Sometimes those can be found in a large production winery with high distribution, however most times, I find myself appreciating, wanting and selling family owned, small vineyard, sustainable wines that I never mind drinking … Continue reading →

Posted in wine | Tagged Chateauneuf-du-pape, Clairette, dining, dinner, food, France, Gigondas, Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Lamb, match, pairing, provencale, Rhone, Seguret, Syrah, Ugni Blanc, Venison, Viognier | Leave a comment

What’s YOUR Favourite? – Part 2

Posted on July 29, 2016 by joyofwine

Many of you took the time to read and comment on the lineups posted from my post earlier this week. I thank you and appreciate your comments! I loved that the choices were a little of everything. Today’s lineup will … Continue reading →

Posted in Joy of Wine, Tasting, Varietals, wine | Tagged argentina, Australia, Bordeaux blend, brachetto, California, Carneros, Chardonnay, Eden Valley, Glera, Grenache, Italy, Malbec, mataro, Mendoza, Nerello Mascalese, New Zealand, Piedmont, Pinot Noir, Prosecco, Shiraz, Sicily, Treviso, USA, Viognier | 8 Comments

What’s YOUR favourite?

Posted on July 27, 2016 by joyofwine

If you were presented with a lineup of wine and had to pick only one, could you do it? Are you influenced by certain factors such as grape variety, producer, region or country, price or points scored? Is there a … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Tasting, Varietals, wine | Tagged Alba, Barolo, Bourdeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Champagne, Chapoutier, Chardonnay, choice, Condrieu, France, Italy, La Morra, lineup, Marche, Marsanne, Merlot, Napa, Nebbiolo, Northern Rhone, Petit Verdot, Piedmont, Pinot Noir, Port, Portugal, Quinta, Reserva, Rioja, St. Emilion, Stags Leap, Super Tuscan, Symington, tempranillo, Tuscany, Verdicchio, Vesuvio, Viognier | 11 Comments

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 →

Posted in Joy of Wine, Tasting, Thirsty Thursday | Tagged barbecue, blend, Cabernet Franc, Canada Day, Chardonnay, Church & State, Gewurtztraminer, Lost Inhibitions, Malbec, Merlot, patio, Petit Verdot, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier | Leave a comment

Tag Archives: Viognier

South African Adventure – Day 1 & 2

An evening with Christian Voeux

What’s YOUR Favourite? – Part 2

What’s YOUR favourite?

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

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