Tag Archives: Cabernet Sauvignon

Culinary Extravaganza 2015

Posted on October 8, 2015 by thewineraconteur

It was the time for the 24’Th annual celebration of food and wine to benefit Schoolcraft College students and the Culinary Arts Program. The event is held at the VisTaTech Center/Waterman Wing of Schoolcraft College, which may be the finest … Continue reading →

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International Cabernet Sauvignon Day

Posted on August 27, 2015 by thewineraconteur

August 27 is International Cabernet Sauvignon Day according to the Wine Lovers Calendar. Cabernet Sauvignon is probably the most recognized varietal in the world, even though it may not be planted everywhere, though it seems to be attempted. When I … Continue reading →

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More of the Cultural Exchange

Posted on August 21, 2015 by thewineraconteur

The Caller and his wife were handling the “Cultural Exchange” with all the grace and wit that they are known for. There was even an excursion out on the lake as they showed us all of the little coves, inlets … Continue reading →

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A Fifth Reunion

Posted on August 5, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Woodrow Wilson Junior High School was an amazing school and holds a fond memory for the majority of the students that attended there, and I am sure, even for the faculty. We just had our fifth non-year reunion as a … Continue reading →

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Crystal Mountain

Posted on July 28, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Getting to tag along for board meetings is a nice getaway, as I get to enjoy a resort with none of the work. Crystal Mountain is one of several year-round resorts located up in the northern part of the lower … Continue reading →

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Dinner at the Stables

Posted on July 12, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Imagine my surprise when I was looking at the agenda for our stay and saw that the dinner the last night was at the Stables. The Stables are a beautiful new structure that was built for the Grand Hotel and … Continue reading →

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The Audubon Bar

Posted on July 8, 2015 by thewineraconteur

As the reception at the Jockey Club was winding down, we ended up with two other couples trying to decide where to go for dinner that evening. It is amazing that with the subject of wine, I can always get … Continue reading →

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A Reception at the Jockey Club

Posted on July 6, 2015 by thewineraconteur

They say getting there is half the fun, but sometimes getting there can be nerve racking. Take in point that you have to drive about four hours, all the while checking for the times of the ferry service. We were … Continue reading →

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A Very Quiet Father’s Day

Posted on June 24, 2015 by thewineraconteur

It was a very laid back and quiet day on Father’s Day this year. It was a day of catching up on different things. Catching up on the chores and unpacking of a trip that I haven’t even begun to … Continue reading →

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A Nice Little Visit

Posted on May 9, 2015 by thewineraconteur

The other day one of our son’s and his family stopped by for a visit and it was a nice quiet time. Two of the three grandchildren came with our son and his wife for dinner. My Bride is her … Continue reading →

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