Tag Archives: Cabernet Sauvignon

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

A Great Threesome

Posted on November 18, 2023 by thewineraconteur

I was at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan picking up my monthly club selections and I was invited to try three wines proffered by a wine salesman who was trying to sell the wines to either the store, … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard, Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, Brilliant Mistake, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Castiel Estate, Coombsville, Howell Mountain, Martinez Vineyard, Missouri Hopper Vineyard, Napa Valley, Oakville, Platt Vineyard, Pritchard Hill, Purlieu, Rutherford, Sugarloaf Vineyard, Teucer Vineyard | 3 Comments

Dinner at San Chez Bistro

Posted on November 3, 2023 by thewineraconteur

Our last night in Grand Rapids for our little getaway and a chance to be a tourist, we enjoyed a dinner of tapas at San Chez Bistro. We have been to Grand Rapids several times, but the last time I … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Carinena, Garnacha, Grenache, La Perla del Priorat, Noster Inicial, Priorat, Spain | 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

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 →

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

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 →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Aligote, Barnard Griffin, Beaujolais, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Columbia Valley, Cote de Brouilly, Domaine de la Voute des Crozes, France, Gamay, Grenache, Melon de Bourgogne, Nicole Chanrion, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Wahluke Slope, Washington, Yakima Valley | 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