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Tag Archives: Columbia Valley
It is Time to Hide
“A man’s home is his castle” is an idiom that is bandied about and some claim that it derives from Cicero and others from Blackstone. I found an evening where valor was the knowledge of not trying to demand that … Continue reading
Two New Club Wines
Writing a wine blog and belonging to a wine club can be a very expensive combination, especially when my local club is Fine Wine Source in Livonia. I do not mean to imply that they only sell expensive wines, but … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cardeto, Columbia Valley, Italy, Merlot, Sangiovese, Umbria, Washington
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A Night In
We had a quiet night in Louisville as the next night we were all going out for a big dinner. We had a wonderful lunch and we were just going to relax for the evening. My Bride was busy getting … Continue reading
A Syrah and a Cab
The world of wines to me is still fascinating after all of these years and I am still a student of the grape. I basically have wine where ever I go any more. When I am at a restaurant, a … Continue reading
All Good Times End
Well, our trip to Las Vegas finally ended and it was a sad time to have to say “good bye” to our children and grandchildren. Such is life. We tried to spend as much time as possible with the children. … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Bieler and Smith, Chardonnay, Charles & Charles, Columbia Valley, Washington
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A New Birthday
The normal way to celebrate birthdays is that we lump all the celebrants of the month into one party and allow the cake to enumerate them. This works out well and it keeps the party scheduling a whole lot easier. … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Boskydel Vineyard, Chardonnay, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Cold Hardy, Columbia Valley, Leelanau Peninsula, Michigan, Vignoles, Washington
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