Monthly Archives: September 2022

Noshing and Shopping in Holland, Michigan

Posted on September 30, 2022 by thewineraconteur

We were walking up and down the downtown of Holland, Michigan, there was me tagging along with my Bride and Ms. Yoga. We even did the Farmer’s Market and thankfully, we came in Ms. Yoga’s rental car, so there wasn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Chardonnay, Domaine Astruc "dA", Domaines Paul Mas, Dundee Hills, France, IGP Pays d'Oc, Languedoc, Lucien Crochet, Oregon, Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc, Stoller Family Estate, Viognier, Willamette Valley | 2 Comments

Another Trip to Holland, Michigan

Posted on September 28, 2022 by thewineraconteur

We took another trip to Holland, Michigan and this time with Ms. Yoga. Holland was settled in 1847 by Dutch Calvinist separatists, who left the Netherlands during a time of dire economic conditions. To this day, Holland has promoted the … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Chardonnay, Domaine de la Verpaille, France, Harmonie, Maconnaise, Vire-Clesse | 2 Comments

House of Pure Vin

Posted on September 26, 2022 by thewineraconteur

While we were still celebrating my birthday, and yes, I do like to prolong the celebration, we had some time between Vicente’s for lunch and Immersive Klimt. We wandered around Downtown Detroit and there was a wine bar, that was … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Clarence Dillon Wine Group, Clarendelle, France, Merlot, Rose | Leave a comment

A Birthday Celebration 2022

Posted on September 24, 2022 by thewineraconteur

My Bride came up with a unique way to celebrate my birthday this year. She has been suggesting a Cuban restaurant for ages and she got her wish. We went to Vicente’s Cuban Cuisine for lunch, and they are on … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Albarino, Martin Codax, Rias Baixas, Spain | Leave a comment

September Birthdays 2022

Posted on September 22, 2022 by thewineraconteur

This was going to be a litmus test, as this was going to be the first family get-together since my Mother-in-Law passed away. My Bride went overboard trying to make it special as she views herself as the peacemaker, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Artemis, Blackjack Pasture, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Carmel Valley, Galante Vineyards, Merlot, Napa Valley, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars | Leave a comment

Fine Wine Source Club Selections September 2022

Posted on September 20, 2022 by thewineraconteur

The month of September has been a bonanza of wine club shipments, though my favorite club selections are from The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan. I guess, because I feel like family when I walk in the door. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Apassimento, California, Cantine Bertoldi, Casa Vinicola Botter, Catapult Ranch Vineyard, Cline Family Cellars, Corvina, Diamond Pile Vineyard, Gran Passione, Italy, Merlot, North Coast, Petaluma Gap, Rosso, Seven Ranchlands, Veneto Rosso IGT, Viognier | Leave a comment

Black Star Farms Club Selections Fall 2022

Posted on September 18, 2022 by thewineraconteur

Back when the world was young and fun, we were at a board meeting at the Inn at Bay Harbor, and a delightful time it was. The food was excellent and normally the wine takes a back seat to the … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Arcturos, Black Star Farms, Michigan, Montague Estate Vineyards, Montana Rusa, Old Mission Peninsula, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Vintners Pinot Noir | Leave a comment

Monterey Wine Club September 2022 Selections

Posted on September 16, 2022 by thewineraconteur

It must be September, because I just received a shipment from “A Taste of Monterey” which we started years ago, back when Michigan was still a felony state for out of state wine shipments. By accident, we walked into their … Continue reading →

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“Bordeaux is My Favorite Grape”

Posted on September 14, 2022 by thewineraconteur

A couple of weeks ago, my Bride and I went out to meet another couple for dinner. I am always a bit concerned when she couches the restaurant’s description and tells me that they have really good food. I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bordeaux Blanc, Cave Bel-Air, Famille Sichel, France, Maison Sichel, Sauvignon Blanc | 2 Comments

“Bueller…Bueller”

Posted on September 12, 2022 by thewineraconteur

I enjoy the cinema, but I am old fashion, and I like to be entertained. I don’t like to be preached to, or to be lectured to. I enjoy a well written script and not a computer-generated cartoon, Warner Brothers … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Arcturos, Black Star Farms, Chardonnay, Michigan, Old Mission Peninsula, Sur Lie Chardonnay | 4 Comments