Tag Archives: Cabernet Franc

An Observation from a Casual Wine Drinker

Posted on November 1, 2013 by thewineraconteur

My last article was about the Birthday/Halloween combination party for the month of October and I had mentioned about the bottle of wine that was not drinkable. After I had finished my duties in the kitchen, I went down in … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Alicante Bouschet, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Grenache, Le Mistral, Le Mistral Vineyard, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Monterey County, Petite Sirah, Petite Verdot, Sterling Vintner's Collection, Syrah | Leave a comment

A Birthday Eve Dinner

Posted on October 28, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Now and then new holidays and special days are created by one just using their imagination. Birthday Eve has a nice ring to it, but it is not listed as a holiday. Our son took my Bride out the night … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Aia Vecchia, Borgo Maraglianu, Cabernet Franc, Italy, La Caliera, Lagone Toscana, Merlot, Moscato Bianco, Moscato di Asti, Piedmonte, Sangiovese | Leave a comment

View Wine Bar & Kitchen

Posted on October 12, 2013 by thewineraconteur

We were taking a leisurely stroll shopping and we were working up a thirst. Up on the second floor above a restaurant was a floor of little boutiques and a wine bar. We had stumbled onto View Wine Bar & … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged "The Riddler" Lot Three, Cabernet Franc, California, Cecchetti Wine Company, Central Coast, Chardonnay, Line 39, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Stratton Lummis, Syrah, Tempranillo Charbono, Zinfandel | Leave a comment

A Few More Wines

Posted on October 2, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Since I think I covered most of the tables that really held my interest at the Culinary Extravaganza 2013 this will be my last post of that event until next year, if I am fortunate to go again. My Bride … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Barista, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Canoe Ridge Vineyards, Cinsaut, Hermitage, Horse Heaven Hills, Lake Michigan Shore, Lemon Creek, Malbec, Merlot, Michigan, Pinot Noir, Pinotage, South Africa, Syrah, Walla Walla, Washington | 1 Comment

Gifts from a Vacation

Posted on August 13, 2013 by thewineraconteur

I have to admit, that sometimes I am just like a little kid, when I am presented with gifts. I am always so appreciative of gifts that I esteem them, because I am honored that someone that enough of me, … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Central Coast, Hahn Winery, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Petit Verdot | 2 Comments

A Girl’s Week

Posted on August 5, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Charlotte, North Carolina has been sending a siren call this way, since the last time we went there. Alas, this time was I was not as accessible, but my Bride was as she went off on a “girl’s” vacation and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Borguiel, Cabernet Franc, California, Carneros, Chardonnay, Domaine de la Butte, France, Loire Valley, Napa Valley, Rombauer Vineyards | 3 Comments

More Notes about the Reunion

Posted on August 1, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Since I covered the basis for the Reunion, now I shall discuss some of the fun moments of the affair as well. Through the initial opening of the doors and right through the dinner period there was classic music playing … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau Grand Marceaux, France, Malbec, Medoc, Merlot, Petit Verdot | Leave a comment

J. Alexander’s for a Lunch Meeting

Posted on June 14, 2013 by thewineraconteur

I was meeting a friend for lunch, as I had something to give him, and he suggested that we meet a J. Alexander’s. This is a chain that is found in about twelve states and they give a good meal, … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Artesa Vineyards and Winery, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Elements by Artesa, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Petite Verdot, Red Wine, Sonoma County | Leave a comment

The Rugby Grille in Birmingham, Michigan

Posted on May 31, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Sometimes in the parlance of my old neighborhood, I am a mooch. Well who wouldn’t if they had a chance to have dinner at the Rugby Grille at the Townsend Hotel and then spend the evening there. There have been … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardonnay, Conundrum, Duckhorn Vineyards, Merlot, Muscat Canelli, Napa Valley, Paraduxx, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Zinfandel | 2 Comments

A Sad Day for a Cellar

Posted on May 23, 2013 by thewineraconteur

When my Bride had returned from her last trip to Louisville, one of the empty bottles, she brought back from her trip was a Cain Five 2001. When I asked her about this particular bottle, she informed me that it … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain Five, Cain Vineyard and Winery, California, Malbec, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot | 2 Comments