Tag Archives: Malbec

An Extravagant Cameo

Posted on November 23, 2016 by thewineraconteur

We went to the cinema the other day. Let us suffice to say that there is a fan extraordinaire of the Harry Potter books and films in this house. I even went so far as to think about a magician’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Argentina, Belleruche, Bodega Tamari Reserva, Cinsault, Cotes du Rhone, France, Grenache, M. Chapoutier, Malbec, Mendoza, Rose, Syrah | 2 Comments

Some New York Wines

Posted on November 15, 2016 by thewineraconteur

I can’t believe that I have not really had any wines from New York state except the one time that I had some Great Western Extra Dry New York State Champagne. In terms of production New York is the third … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Belhurst Estate Winery, Caber, Cabernet Sauvignon, Finger Lakes, Malbec, Manitou 5 Grape Blend, Merlot, New York, Petit Verdot, Shaw Vineyard | 2 Comments

A Day in Holland

Posted on October 30, 2016 by thewineraconteur

What a wonderful way to spend the day. The downtown district of Holland was so interesting, not only for the mixture of shops and restaurants, but also so idyllic. The downtown district had pulled up all the sidewalks and had … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Argentina, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Gouguenheim Valle Escondido, Malbec, Mendoza, Napa Valley, Petite Verdot, St. Supery, Tupungato, Uco Valley | Leave a comment

My September Club Meeting

Posted on October 6, 2016 by thewineraconteur

My monthly dinner club met at one of our usual restaurants. The restaurant had changed ownership in this past year and one is always leery if management will make changes for the worse. So far it appears to be fine … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Finca el Origen, Malbec, Mendoza, Valle de Uco | Leave a comment

Mad Men Party Wines

Posted on September 20, 2016 by thewineraconteur

As more and more people came in to honor The Wine Raconteur Jr. on becoming forty, the rooms indoors were filling up quickly and I noticed that the tables under the tents in the back yard were also getting revelers. … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Argentina, Chiari, Emilia-Romagna, Giesen, Italy, Lambrusco, Malbec, Marlborough, Mendoza, New Zealand, Rosso Emilia IGP, Sauvignon Blanc, Trapiche | 4 Comments

D. Vine

Posted on August 31, 2016 by thewineraconteur

I guess I have been remiss and it has been brought up to my attention that I should add another character to my cast of wine devotees. Ms. Yoga is one of our oldest friends and she has been on … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Carignan, Chappellet, Charbono, Hallowed Ground, Malbec, Merlot, Mountain Cuvee, Napa Valley, Petite Sirah, Petite Verdot, T Vine Winery, Zinfandel | 5 Comments

Finally Another Call

Posted on July 18, 2016 by thewineraconteur

Just when I thought that I was going to have to file a Missing Person Report, I received a text from The Caller. It had been some time that I had heard from him, though my Bride keeps in touch … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Carignan, Grenache, Malbec, Meeker Roller Coaster Red, Merlot, Mustang Wine Works, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zinfandel | Leave a comment

Whoa!

Posted on June 22, 2016 by thewineraconteur

I just received my shipment from my wine club “A Taste of Monterey” and the selection is just what I had envisioned the club to be from the start. I had my choice of getting two bottles of wine every … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Cambiata, Chardonnay, Coastview Vineyard, Cuvee S.A. Andree, Laumann Family Estate Wines, Malbec, Monterey, Monterey County, Petit Verdot, Puma Road, Red Wine, RF Wines, Rocosa Loma Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, Tannat, Vigna Monte Nero Ranch | 6 Comments

A Memory for Father’s Day

Posted on June 18, 2016 by thewineraconteur

My Father was what they used to call a Man’s Man. He was a tough guy with a great smile and everybody noticed him when he walked into the room, and some people thought he looked like a gangster. He … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau Eyquem, Cotes de Bourg, France, Malbec, Merlot | 2 Comments

Back to The Courthouse

Posted on May 1, 2016 by thewineraconteur

Once again my dinner club had another meeting at The Courthouse Grille in Plymouth, Michigan. There are a few occasions that I cannot meet with the members for various reasons, and then there are some meetings where the selection of … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bronco Wine Company, California, Malbec, Montpellier Wines, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir | Leave a comment