Tag Archives: France

The Four Vagabonds

Posted on May 25, 2025 by thewineraconteur

We found ourselves at the historic Dearborn Inn, which just recently reopened after about a two-year renovation. Some say that it is the first airport hotel in America, as right across the street Henry Ford had a private airport and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bordeaux Blanc, California, Dollarhide Ranch, France, Jean Marc Barthez, Mary Taylor Wine, Napa Valley, Rutherford Estate Vineyard, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, St. Supery | 3 Comments

Chicane

Posted on May 22, 2025 by thewineraconteur

We were recently invited by some friends to go to a new restaurant, Chicane in the Old Village in Plymouth, Michigan. They did a magnificent job renovating a restaurant that I haven’t been to, for at least thirty years ago … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged California, Cave Vinicoe e Kietzenheim-Kaysersberg, Celani Family Wines, Cremant D'Alsace, Domaine Cherrier et Fils, France, Loire, Merlot, Methode Traditionelle, Napa Valley, Pinot Auxerrois, Pinot Blanc, Proprietary Red Wine, Robusto, Sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc, The Furst | Leave a comment

Another Three Tastings in the Next Room

Posted on May 16, 2025 by thewineraconteur

This last wine tasting was one for the books at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan as the selection just kept coming. When all of the wines are curated by the owner and his staff, there never is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux Rouge, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Camp, Chateau Figeac, Chateau Petit-Figeac, Clarence Dillon Wine Group, Clarendelle, Dry Creek Valley, France, Hobo Wines, Hopland, Inspired by Haut-Brion, Merlot, North Coast, Redwood Valley, Saint -Emilion Grand Cru, Sonoma Valley | 6 Comments

Another Wine Tasting in the Next Room

Posted on May 13, 2025 by thewineraconteur

I had just finished a wine tasting with Podere Ciana at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan while in the new addition, I walked into the original part of the shop and another wine tasting was being offered, hosted … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux Rouge, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Carneros, Chardonnay, Chateau La Grand Metairie, Cressida Vineyard, District 4, France, Matthiasson Wines, Merlot, Napa Valley, Prime Cellars, Vermentino, Vignobles Buffeteau | Leave a comment

Easter 2025

Posted on May 1, 2025 by thewineraconteur

For years, I have written about the large family gatherings we would have for holidays and birthdays. It gradually became that way, as my Bride, before we met, was the daughter that was always cooking with her mother for events, … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain Five, Cain Vineyard and Winery, California, Domaine Daulny, France, Loire, Malbec, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Sancerre, Spring Mountain District | Leave a comment

Bordeaux Wine Tasting – Part Four

Posted on April 27, 2025 by thewineraconteur

We were coming up to the end of the Bordeaux Wine Tasting at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan, as I looked at the printout furnished for the tasting. As I always count the wine selections to figure out … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau de Fargues, Chateau Gruaud Larose, Chateau Troplong Mondot, France, Medoc, Merlot, Saint-Emilion Premier Grand Cru, Saint-Julien, Sauternes, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon | 5 Comments

Bordeaux Wine Tasting – Part Three

Posted on April 24, 2025 by thewineraconteur

While we were all enjoying another fine wine tasting at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan the crowds as always grow, even though we are supposed to block our times, that tends to get a little loose, as those … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau Durfort-Vivens, Chateau Haut Marbuzet, Chateau Haut-Bages Liberal, Cru Bourgeois, Cru Bourgeois Exceptional, Cru Grand Bourgeois Exceptionnels, France, Medoc, Merlot, Pauillac, Petit Verdot, Saint-Estephe | 3 Comments

Bordeaux Wine Tasting – Part Two

Posted on April 22, 2025 by thewineraconteur

What could be better than enjoying a Bordeaux wine tasting at my favorite wine shop The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan? As usual, I just have to respond to the text announcement and say what time and how many, … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux, Chateau Bonalgue, Chateau Fieuzal, Chateau Montlandrie, Cotes de Castillon, Cru Classe de Graves, France, Merlot, Pessac-Leognan, Petit Verdot, Pomerol | Leave a comment

Bordeaux Wine Tasting – Part One

Posted on April 19, 2025 by thewineraconteur

I was back at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan for another wine tasting and this time it was all wines from the Bordeaux region and eleven of the twelve wines were from the 2022 vintage. The first wine … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux Rouge, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau La Tour de Bessan, Chateau Marjosse, Entre-Deaux-Mers, France, Malbec, Margaux, Medoc, Merlot, Muscadelle, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, Semillon | Leave a comment

Fine Wine Source Club – April 2025

Posted on April 16, 2025 by thewineraconteur

As always, it is a pleasure for me to visit the staff at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan. For just under thirty dollars a month, we get two wines, one from the Old World and one from the … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Alicante Bouschet, Bordeaux Rouge, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chateau Gaillarteau, Contra Costa County AVA, France, Merlot, Old Vine Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Thre Wine Company, Zinfandel | Leave a comment