Monthly Archives: October 2026

A Morning of Shopping in Petoskey

Posted on October 19, 2026 by thewineraconteur

If you have never been up north in the lower peninsula of Michigan, you have missed a wonderful treat.  After a quick breakfast we began our traditional walk in the downtown district of Petoskey.  If you kind of use the … Continue reading →

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Up North Again

Posted on October 16, 2026 by thewineraconteur

I am finally getting ready to discuss our little getaway back in August, that my Bride always ties into my birthday, which is OK, as the celebratory season keeps getting longer.  I also don’t like announcing to the world that … Continue reading →

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After the Club Pickup

Posted on October 13, 2026 by thewineraconteur

I was just chatting a bit, a discussing some wines that I saw online, while I was at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan.  I tend to be a bit of talker, in case you hadn’t noticed and the … Continue reading →

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Fine Wine Source Club – October 2026

Posted on October 10, 2026 by thewineraconteur

It was a pleasant trip to go visit The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan and pick up the Wine Club selections that are curated by the owner and his staff.  It is always a trip to look forward to, … Continue reading →

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Working In the Cellar Again

Posted on October 7, 2026 by thewineraconteur

If you are like me, the best part of wine is tasting it and enjoying it.  I think next, I like to talk about the wines and maybe write about them as well, and hopefully you have noticed.  Next, I … Continue reading →

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Tasting of Fattoria La Gerla – Part Two

Posted on October 4, 2026 by thewineraconteur

The crowd at my designated time slot at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan was thoroughly enjoying the moment.  There were two representatives from Chicago and one locally representing Fattoria La Gerla, which is the only family-owned property in … Continue reading →

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A Tasting of Fattoria La Gerla – Part One

Posted on October 1, 2026 by thewineraconteur

I had the good fortune to attend a tasting of six wines from Fattoria La Gerla of Montalcino in Tuscany, all featuring wines only made with Sangiovese grapes and this was at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan.  The … Continue reading →

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