Category Archives: Wine

“A Taste of Monterey” Fall 2023

Posted on October 4, 2023 by thewineraconteur

The first club we ever joined was by accident, when we discovered “A Taste of Monterey” just before we were going to eat at the Sardine Factory at Cannery Row.  At that time Michigan was a felony state for having … Continue reading →

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Bos Wine “Wine & Swine Club” Fall 2023

Posted on October 1, 2023 by thewineraconteur

When we stopped at Bos Wine in Elk Rapids, Michigan We first met through his wine, in the ominous year of 2020 my Bride and I were in Louisville, Kentucky having dinner because such niceties disappeared in Michigan and we … Continue reading →

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Bos Wine Club Fall 2023

Posted on September 28, 2023 by thewineraconteur

We received our first shipment of wines from Bos Wine, a winery that I first discovered at my local wine shop, the Fine Wine Source, then an independent wine tasting, and then my Bride and I made it a point … Continue reading →

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The End of the Meal and Tasting at Vertical Detroit

Posted on September 25, 2023 by thewineraconteur

As the courses were finishing, and all great things come to an end, the food and the wines were truly enjoyable at Vertical Detroit, and sponsored by the Fine Wine Source of Livonia, Michigan.  The wines were all from Chateau … Continue reading →

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First Two Courses with Wine at Vertical Detroit

Posted on September 22, 2023 by thewineraconteur

When we got settled at the table at Vertical Detroit, after the initial seven wines at the wine tasting courtesy of the Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan.  The First Course was a Charcuterie and Cheese Board placed strategically among … Continue reading →

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Chateau Gaby Cuvee

Posted on September 20, 2023 by thewineraconteur

There we were finishing off a vertical wine tasting at Vertical Detroit, and my Bride and I were guests courtesy of the Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan.  The first part of the evening was almost done, as we had … Continue reading →

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Fine Wine Source September 2023 Club Selections

Posted on September 17, 2023 by thewineraconteur

I am interrupting the flow of the wine tasting at Vertical Restaurant held by Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan.  I am afraid that by the time the total amount of wines to reviewed is done, the month of September … Continue reading →

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The Final Two of the Chateau Gaby Vertical

Posted on September 14, 2023 by thewineraconteur

The evening was just beginning at Vertical Detroit, with a vertical tasting of Chateau Gaby, hosted by The Fine Wine Source of Livonia, Michigan.  The evening also featured the winemaker Damien Landouar and there was quite a crowd.  Chateau Gaby … Continue reading →

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Part Two of the Vertical of Chateau Gaby

Posted on September 11, 2023 by thewineraconteur

It was a very stellar occasion that was put on by The Fine Wine Source of Livonia, and Vertical Detroit, their restaurant in Downtown Detroit.  Chateau Gaby was being featured in a major presentation.  Damien Landouar was representing Chateau Gaby … Continue reading →

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A Vertical Tasting at Vertical Detroit

Posted on September 8, 2023 by thewineraconteur

You may have noticed that over the years I have mentioned my local wine shop/club that I visit quite often, well they also own a wine-centric restaurant Vertical Detroit in the historic Ashley Hotel in Downtown Detroit. The restaurant opened … Continue reading →

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