Category Archives: Wine

National Zinfandel Day

Posted on November 19, 2015 by thewineraconteur

November 19 is National Zinfandel Day according to the Wine Lover’s Calendar. Now I have to admit, that of all the major wine grapes this is not one of my favorites, though I am slowly trying it again at times. … Continue reading →

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Smacznego

Posted on November 17, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Smacznego is the Polish version of Bon Appetit and it was pronounced to us by our waitress at Amadeus restaurant in Ann Arbor, Michigan. We met “The Caller” and his charming wife for dinner the other night. Amadeus calls themselves … Continue reading →

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Hooray for Captain Spaulding

Posted on November 15, 2015 by thewineraconteur

“Hello, I must be going, I cannot stay, I came to say, I must be going. I’m glad I came, but just the same I must be going.” If you are any where near my era and enjoy classic comedy, … Continue reading →

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It Finally Happened

Posted on November 13, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I have had I think a great track record from about 1969 to date, going out for dinners and of course ordering wine, which is how this Blog and The Wine Raconteur got started. Through the years, I have often … Continue reading →

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International Tempranillo Day

Posted on November 11, 2015 by thewineraconteur

November 12 is International Tempranillo Day according to the Wine Lover’s Calendar. Tempranillo is the core grape used in Spain for Rioja and Ribera Del Duero; as well as in Portugal in the Douro Valley and in the fortified wines … Continue reading →

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A Mystery Chardonnay

Posted on November 9, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Way back in my youth, when I was in high school and just starting to learn about wines, I got a job in the clothing industry. It was in a neighborhood store, which was very common back then, because people … Continue reading →

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Wine Tourism Day

Posted on November 7, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Wine Tourism Day is celebrated on November 8, according to the Wine Lover’s Calendar. The two words go together perfectly and seamlessly. While wine is a craft that is being explored and tried across the United States, besides the end … Continue reading →

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International Merlot Day

Posted on November 5, 2015 by thewineraconteur

“Ah sweet mystery of life, at last I found you.” November 7 is International Merlot Day according to the Wine Lover’s Calendar. While I lead off with the lyrics from a song, I still find that there is not more … Continue reading →

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Time For Duck and Pinot Noir Again

Posted on November 3, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I had the chance to visit Grand Rapids, Michigan which is the western part of the state for the chance to participate in a national convention, sponsored by a club that I have had membership in for twenty-five years. Actually … Continue reading →

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A Great Way to Celebrate His Own Birthday

Posted on November 1, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I often write about conversations and people that I meet, because of wines, and my newest cast of characters will be called Mr. Fitness. Through mutual friends we became friends through Social Media. He is a fine young man, and … Continue reading →

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