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About thewineraconteur

A non-technical wine writer, who enjoys the moment with the wine, as much as the wine. Twitter.com/WineRaconteur Instagram/thewineraconteur Facebook/ The Wine Raconteur

Bourbons Brews & Bayou

Posted on September 12, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Sometimes the weather is a great influence on what one wants to eat. It was a sweltering hot and humid day, and it reminded me of the Big Easy. Here I was in Wyandotte, Michigan and the humidity was reminding … Continue reading →

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MWWC #19: Choice

Posted on September 10, 2015 by thewineraconteur

It is time for another foray into the Monthly Wine Writers Challenge and the last winner was Elizabeth of Traveling Wine Chick with her excellent essay, and as the winner she selected our next theme of “choice.” Immediately I had … Continue reading →

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Pia’s Ristorante

Posted on September 8, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I guess that it is true, that all good things come to an end. Whether it is the last drop of a 1961 Chateau Latour or the last night to enjoy being with my Favorite Daughter and her family. It … Continue reading →

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Mad Hatter in Birmingham

Posted on September 6, 2015 by thewineraconteur

“Would you like some wine’ “Yes…” “We haven’t any and you’re too young” That is an exchange between Alice and the Mad Hatter, and it is also the name of a restaurant that we went to one evening with my … Continue reading →

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Santorini Estiatorio in Greektown

Posted on September 4, 2015 by thewineraconteur

While my Favorite Daughter was here visiting, one of her requests was having dinner in Greektown. It surprised me that she wanted to eat there, but it was alright, as we scheduled dinner after our trip to the Detroit Institute … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Daughter

Posted on September 2, 2015 by thewineraconteur

A little while ago, my favorite daughter came to town with her whole family and it was a grand time, albeit too short. It is always too short, when we go to visit them, and for sure it was too … Continue reading →

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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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