Monthly Archives: August 2015

Seeing a Great Friend Again

Posted on August 31, 2015 by thewineraconteur

There is something to be said for seeing friends that have moved away and started new a new life. Recently that just happened and it made for a grand evening. Social Media is a wonderful way to keep in touch, … Continue reading →

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Wine Crates

Posted on August 29, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Wooden wine crates have a certain allure to me, from the good old days. Wines that were shipped from Europe took long ocean cruises and they had to be packed securely for the ride. Mike at “Please Bring Me My … Continue reading →

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International Cabernet Sauvignon Day

Posted on August 27, 2015 by thewineraconteur

August 27 is International Cabernet Sauvignon Day according to the Wine Lovers Calendar. Cabernet Sauvignon is probably the most recognized varietal in the world, even though it may not be planted everywhere, though it seems to be attempted. When I … Continue reading →

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August is Washington Wine Month

Posted on August 25, 2015 by thewineraconteur

According to the Wine Lover’s Calendar the month of August for Washington wines and that is what I will chat about. I have to admit, that beyond a few of the big players from Washington there is not a lot … Continue reading →

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International Albarino Day

Posted on August 23, 2015 by thewineraconteur

August 2, has been declared International Albarino Day, and as always I am late. I just ask for your indulgence, as I always have so many articles written and then I forget to check about these wine days. Actually I … Continue reading →

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More of the Cultural Exchange

Posted on August 21, 2015 by thewineraconteur

The Caller and his wife were handling the “Cultural Exchange” with all the grace and wit that they are known for. There was even an excursion out on the lake as they showed us all of the little coves, inlets … Continue reading →

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A Cultural Exchange

Posted on August 19, 2015 by thewineraconteur

There were several emails that went back and forth with “Cultural Exchange” for the subject, as it was from The Caller as he and his charming wife decided to have a dinner for some friends at their home. I guess … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Chards

Posted on August 17, 2015 by thewineraconteur

There are often times when we celebrate totally good memories and there are times when we celebrate memories; on this particular day we celebrated the latter. A very dear friend of ours had a tragic moment in her life, and … Continue reading →

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Johnny Carino’s

Posted on August 15, 2015 by thewineraconteur

The other day I had met some people and received some good news and I was on my way home, when I felt hungry. This was not an unusual occurrence, as I seem to have the capacity to always have … Continue reading →

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Wine at California Pizza

Posted on August 13, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I will let you into a poorly kept secret, that is, I like wines, and I tend to look for them where ever we go. I also like to eat, and if one follows my writings even periodically, you will … Continue reading →

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