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Tag Archives: Meritage
Birthdays and Halloween Combined
As I have written before, the family usually gets together to celebrate all of the birthdays for the month on one day, this year a Halloween party was combined with it. The venue was also changed, so that we could … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged California, Chardonnay, Homefront Red, Italy, Lee Iacocca, Meritage, Merlot, Murphy-Goode, Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, Sterling Vintner's Collection, Syrah, Villa Nicola, Zinfandel
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Gifts from a Vacation
I have to admit, that sometimes I am just like a little kid, when I am presented with gifts. I am always so appreciative of gifts that I esteem them, because I am honored that someone that enough of me, … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Central Coast, Hahn Winery, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Petit Verdot
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J. Alexander’s for a Lunch Meeting
I was meeting a friend for lunch, as I had something to give him, and he suggested that we meet a J. Alexander’s. This is a chain that is found in about twelve states and they give a good meal, … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Artesa Vineyards and Winery, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Elements by Artesa, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Petite Verdot, Red Wine, Sonoma County
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Memorial Day
We were invited out for a Memorial Day/Birthday Party at one of my Sister-in-Laws home for the occasion. My Bride in the role that she revels in handled the logistics of the party. That is, she coordinated who was bringing … Continue reading
Opus One Restaurant in Detroit, Michigan
You know that a restaurant will be stellar when they name themselves after a great wine, because they know that comparisons will be forthcoming. Opus One, the restaurant, is a third generation of restaurateurs, so there is plenty of experience … Continue reading
The English Inn in Eaton Rapids, Michigan
Several years ago, we went out on a drive with another couple to have dinner, because it was during the Super Bowl, and none of us had any interest in watching the game. We made reservations with the restaurant and … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Cosentino Winery, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petite Verdot, The Poet, Yountville
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From OZ to 609 oz
We went to see the new movie that was shot in a suburb of Detroit, by a native Detroiter. The movie was “Oz the Great and Powerful.” It is a film that is a prequel to the classic film “The … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged California, Central Coast, Chardonnay, Meritage, Sterling Vintner's Collection
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Visiting a New Home
Some dear friends of ours built a brand new house out in the country on a private road on a private lake. We went out to see the new house now that it has been completed. The last time we … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Beringer, California, Chenin Blanc, Cuvee Silex, Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau, France, Knights Valley, Loire Valley, Meritage, Perucchi Vermouth, Spain, Vouvray
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The Town Tavern in Royal Oak, Michigan
This past Sunday was a rather unusual day for me. My Bride was attending a memorial mass, and I was traveling to the far side of suburbs to a funeral home to pay my respects for a member of my … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged California, Decoy, Duckhorn Vineyards, Lock & Key Wine Company, Meritage, North Coast
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