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A hillside village with a church, houses, and vineyards is set against a backdrop of green mountains under a partly cloudy sky, capturing the essence of Northern Italy wine regions.
23
Sep

Joy Uncorked: September 2025 | Issue No. 10

When we first began leading tours, we had many hopes for both ourselves and our guests. But there was one beautiful aspect we never anticipated: the tight bonds of friendship that would blossom between our travelers—and with us too!
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26
Aug

Joy Uncorked: August 2025 | Issue No. 9

After co-hosting a tour with us this summer, we are happy to share that Joe Billesbach and Maggie Mariolis will be joining the Joy of Wine family to host some of our wine tours through France.
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28
Jul

Joy Uncorked: July 2025 | Issue No. 8

Thirteen years ago, when we launched our inaugural Joy of Wine Journey to Northern Italy, we never imagined we would be so lucky as to have travelers want to join us on our adventures again and again.
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Aerial view of a lush, green landscape with vineyards, hills, and scattered buildings under a cloudy sky.
26
May

Joy Uncorked: May 2025 | Issue No. 7

This past month, Adam and I attended Vinitaly, the huge wine and spirits trade show located in Verona, Italy. This event brings together wine professionals from all over the world.
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Aerial view of a rural village with terracotta-roofed houses nestled in Piedmont, Italy, surrounded by vineyards and lush green fields, perfect for wine tasting tours.
28
Apr

Joy Uncorked: April 2025 | Issue No. 6

We are joyfully going full bore on the final preparations for the second summer of our tour through French wine country.
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Aerial view of a rural village with terracotta-roofed houses nestled in Piedmont, Italy, surrounded by vineyards and lush green fields, perfect for wine tasting tours.
25
Mar

Joy Uncorked: March 2025 | Issue No. 5

This month, as the winter fades and the temperatures rise, we prepare in advance for our early summer tours.
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A landscape of rolling green hills under a clear blue sky with a few clouds and a small building in the foreground.
25
Feb

Joy Uncorked: February 2025 | Issue No. 4

Earlier this month, Adam and I were thrilled to return to France for several weeks, leading a group of sommeliers and wine professionals throughout Champagne and Burgundy
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People stand near vines in a vineyard with tall green grass growing between the rows under a cloudy sky.
21
Jan

Joy Uncorked: January 2025 | Issue No. 3

The days that we spend traveling through some of the most gorgeous and delicious places on Earth are our favorite days of the year, and the best part of those days is…YOU.
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Dusty wine bottles stored horizontally with a label marked "1969" in a dimly lit cellar.
31
Dec

Joy Uncorked: December 2024 | Issue No. 2

We could not be more excited to share the unbelievable beauty and extraordinary epicurean experiences with more of you in the future!
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Rolling hills with vineyards stretching into the distance under a cloudy sky. Trees and greenery frame the scene.
14
Dec

Joy Uncorked: December 2024 | Issue No. 1

As this year closes, we are reflecting upon our gratitude for our family and friends, including those of you who we’ve had the pleasure of getting to know on our tours.
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