Tag Archives: Chenin Blanc

Bubbles For All

Posted on January 6, 2017 by thewineraconteur

When you get a group of people together even for New Year’s Eve, there will be no consensus of what sparkling wine is best. Everyone has different tastes and there really is no one-size-fits-all, in fact that is true for … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Barefoot Bubbly, California, Champagne, Champagne Pommery, Chardonnay, Charmat Method, Chenin Blanc, France, French Colombard, Korbel, Methode Champenoise, Pink Moscato, Pinot Noir, Reims | Leave a comment

Holland, Michigan

Posted on October 28, 2016 by thewineraconteur

Another place in Michigan that I had never been to, on the west side of the state. We got in late in the afternoon, because of the board meeting that we attended on the east side of the state, so … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Albertoni, Bronco Wine Company, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardon, Chenin Blanc, Gentleman's Collection, Grenache, Lindeman's Winery, Red Blend No. 2, Shiraz, Viognier | 2 Comments

Kind of

Posted on August 27, 2016 by thewineraconteur

“Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery” was penned by the cleric Charles Caleb Colton. This kind of described the night, a while ago. Went to the cinema and saw another of the films in the new generation of Star … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bianchetta, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Colombard, France, Glera, Glera Lunga, Italy, Le Grand Courtage, Mionetto, Nuits St. George, Perera, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Nero, Prosecco, Prosecco de Treviso, Trevigiana, Ugni Blanc, Veneto, Verdiso | Leave a comment

Sixth Reunion

Posted on August 9, 2016 by thewineraconteur

It is rather difficult to explain the group phenomenon that I am a part of, a fond passion for Woodrow Wilson Junior High School. We just celebrated the sixth get-together and it was great to see old friends and fondly … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Arroyo Seco, Barton & Guestier, California, Carmel Road, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, France, Loire, Monterey, Vouvray | 2 Comments

The Last Day of the Fair

Posted on August 5, 2016 by thewineraconteur

The Wyandotte Art Fair was finally coming to a close, but that meant another twelve hour day and the good news was that because I got there early I only had to walk six blocks to get to work. Another … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Chenin Blanc, France, J. Moreau & Fils, Loire, Pine, Vouvray | 1 Comment

Wine Dotte Bistro

Posted on August 1, 2016 by thewineraconteur

The second day of the Wyandotte Art Fair and I was getting my sea-legs back, after working a twelve plus hour day, and I was out of practice. On the second day I only had to work an eight hour … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Albarinho, Albarino, Chateau Moncontour, Chenin Blanc, France, Jose Limeres, Licia, Loire, Pineau de la Loire, Rias Baixas, Spain, Vouvray | 1 Comment

July Birthdays

Posted on July 24, 2016 by thewineraconteur

While still in the eastern suburbs of the Detroit area, we were celebrating all the birthdays in the family that occur in July. This was going to be at one of my Bride’s Sister’s home. So not only did we … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Amador County, Cabernet Franc, California, Central Coast, Chateau de Leelanau, Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg, Leelanau Peninsula, Michigan, Montevina Wines, Terra d'Oro Winery, Trinchero Family Estates, Viognier | Leave a comment

The Grand Café

Posted on March 12, 2016 by thewineraconteur

Most people that go to Las Vegas stay on The Strip and then there are smaller groups that wish to stay in Old Las Vegas in the downtown area. In the old days I liked The Strip and if I … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged American Champagne, California, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, French Colombard, Korbel, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Trinity Oaks | Leave a comment

Wine Tasting at Gravity

Posted on January 28, 2016 by thewineraconteur

Gravity Bar & Grill is a delightful restaurant in downtown Milford, Michigan. I have written about Milford in past articles, as I really enjoy the quaintness of the community and I really enjoy the downtown area. I am really surprised … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Amador County, California, Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg, Pinot Grigio, Santa Barbara County, Terra d'Oro Winery, Viognier | Leave a comment

A Moving Day

Posted on May 11, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Moving can be very traumatic and thankfully we are not moving to a new home. The moving that I am referring to was not nearly that dramatic; my Bride’s department was moving from one floor to another floor in their … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged California, Chardonnay, Chateau St. Jean, Chenin Blanc, Glera, Il Conte D'Alba, Italy, Moletto, Moscato, North Coast, Piedmonte, Pine Ridge Winery, Prosecco, Stella Rosa Bianco, Treviso, Veneto, Viognier | 1 Comment