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!
Riesling Without Fear
Riesling Without Fear The darling of Sommeliers due to it’s versatility in style and tremendous food pairing potential, Riesling has become a popular pick at the wine store and restaurant. Riesling is a mystery to most wine enthusiasts. It is a great chameleon,...
What Is Natural Wine?
There is no legal definition of the term, but the general characteristics of a so called ‘natural’ wine assume no sulfites or other additives, no fining or filtering, extended fermentation on skins using only existing natural yeast, and no oak aging. The idea is to...
6 Under $12 – Old World
Don’t have an unlimited wine budget? You can find true value in wine at the ‘$12 and under range’. Here are some tips to steer you in the right direction: Do not be afraid to try a European wine. These are some real gems from France, Italy, Portugal, Spain that work...
Champagne Made For Ice
Champagne made to be served over ice cubes? Blasphemy!! Move over Champagne SNOBS! – The reputable house of Moet Chandon has released several versions of just that – high quality Champagne made specifically to be served over ice, in cocktails, or swirled with fruit....
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