Wine Blog

Welcome to the Joie de Vin wine blog. Here we take you on a journey of wine discovery – wine tasting – visits to wine areas and wineries – trade tastings – pairing the perfect wine and food – dining and party wine reviews. Happy to have you along for the ride!

Get to Know Sherry

What To Drink Now

Sherry is a fortified white wine from Andalucia, in South West Spain. Pair with your tapas nibbles this fall at your fire pit with friends!

Organic Wine – Italy Leads the Way

What To Drink Now

Italy leads the way with 26% of the world’s organic wine production. Check out some of the really great organic wines in this post.

I say Syrah, You say Shiraz?

Grapes

Are Syrah and Shiraz the same wine? Made from red grape, there are some differences. Learn more in our latest post

What’s a Cru to You?

Wine Laws You Should Know

CRU is a mysterious term on french wine labes that may not give useful information about the wine. So, what does ‘CRU’ really mean for you?

Interesting Italian White Wines

What To Drink Now

Italian white wine pairs wonderfully with summer foods. So put down that Pinot Grigio and try something new!

Wine in Summertime

General Wine

Summertime is a dangerous time for your wine. Heat can seriously damage wine. This week, learn more about how to store wine in summertime.

Social Drinking

History of Wine

Social Drinking Origins – The Roman Convivium Social drinking, joining together for festive consumption of food and drink, was an important social ritual in the world of ancient Rome. Known as the convivium, it was a formally ritualized banquet that united...

Summer Wine Cocktails

What To Drink Now

Summer Wine Cocktails Looking for some wine cocktails to enjoy in your newly created back yard ‘Parisian Café’ this Summer? If so, you may want to liven it up by making some of these historic, refreshing, and sophisticated wine-based cocktails. They each have a...