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!
Aglianico Wine
Aglianico wine, a hidden Italian gem, is a great value! Learn more about this wine to pair with your grilled meats this summer…
Wines for Grilling Season
Your back yard is open for business so it’s time to load up on wines for grilling season! Learn pairing rules to complement your grilled food
Buying Wine in the US
Have you wondered about how buying wine in the US works? Learn more about the three-tier system for distributing alcoholic beverages.
Southern France White Wines
Dreaming of your next vacation? Wondering what wine to drink this summer? Check out these little known white wines of Southern France that will quench your thirst without draining your wallet.
Côtes du Rhône Red Wine
If you are a red wine drinker looking for a smooth, fruity, medium bodied, dry wine that will not knock you over with bitter tannins, it is time you seriously considered trying Côtes du Rhône red wines.The Côtes du Rhône region is a very large (86,000 acres) portion...
Wine and Health History
Do you believe that wine and health are connected? In this time of increased concern about our health due to COVID-19, many of us are thinking more about what we eat and drink and how it impacts our health. Throughout recorded history, moderate consumption of wine has...
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