Tag Archives: Cabernet Franc

Christmas Eve 2023

Posted on January 8, 2024 by thewineraconteur

Since my Bride is one of five sisters, the desire to do holidays is always at the forefront. One sister is exempt, because she doesn’t live in the state, and one just doesn’t. There was a bit of drama, as … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Auslese, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Germany, Johannisberger Klaus, Mendocino County, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Red Wine, Rheingau, Riesling, Roberts + Rogers Winery, Weingut Krayer, Yao Family Wines, Yao Ming, Zinfandel | 2 Comments

Republica

Posted on November 27, 2023 by thewineraconteur

I have to admit that I enjoy eating ribs when dining out. They may not be the healthiest choice, and neither am I. I think back in the Old Country, ribs would not have been proper, because they are not … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bota Box, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Daou Vineyards, Delicato Family Vineyards, Merlot, Nighthawk Rich Red Wine, Paso Robles, Petit Verdot | Leave a comment

An Araujo and Two from Musar

Posted on November 20, 2023 by thewineraconteur

It really is a joy when I walk into my local wine shop, The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan, as I never know what I may encounter. Sometimes it can be very eclectic and from two totally distinct areas … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Araujo Estate, Bekkaa Valley, Beqaa Valley, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Carignan, Chateau Musar, Cinsault, Eisele Vineyard, Groupe Artemis, Lebanon, Musar Jeune, Napa Valley, Syrah | 2 Comments

Le Garenne Cremant de Loire

Posted on November 12, 2023 by thewineraconteur

Most people probably think that wine writers are bombarded with samples of wines, that wineries and distributors throw at our feet for a few ounces of ink. Some writers may solicit wines with promises of rave reviews, I give people … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Cremant de Loire, France, Le Garenne | Leave a comment

Black Star Farms Club Fall 2023

Posted on October 10, 2023 by thewineraconteur

The last of the wine club shipments that I can claim as part of my extended birthday celebration month. Black Star Farms is rather unique in that it has vineyards and tasting room facilities on both peninsulas, so that they … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Arcturos, Black Star Farms, Cabernet Franc, Leelanau Peninsula, Michigan, Old Mission Peninsula, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Teroldego | Leave a comment

“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 →

Posted in Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Arroyo Seco, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Family Reserve, Folktale Winery and Vineyards, Grenache Blanc, Joulian Vineyards Ltd., Le Mistral, Marsanne, Merlot, Monterey, Pianetta Winery and Vineyard, Roussanne, Viognier, White Witch | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Amphorae, Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Canon-Fronsac, Chateau Clos Beausejour, Chateau Gaby, France, Merlot, Pomerol, Special Edition, Vignobles Sullivan | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged "Bordeaux of South America", Augustine, Bordeaux, Bordeaux Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Canon-Fronsac, Chateau Auguste, Chateau Gaby, Entre-Deaux-Mers, France, Grand Rose, Merlot, Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Silver | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Canon-Fronsac, Chateau Gaby, France, Merlot | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Canon-Fronsac, Chateau Gaby, France, Merlot | Leave a comment