Tag Archives: Merlot

A Few More Wines That I Tasted

Posted on April 19, 2026 by thewineraconteur

It really was a pleasure to do some more tastings, especially on a one-on-one experience as is usually the case at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan. I also do enjoy the more structured tasting events that they enact … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Agianico del Vulture DOC, Aglianico, Azienda Agricola Demarie Giovanni, Basilicata, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Casa Vinicola D'Angelo, Italy, Langhe, Merlot, Napa Valley, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Philip Togni Vineyards, Spring Mountain District | Leave a comment

Easter Sunday 2026

Posted on April 13, 2026 by thewineraconteur

In Armenian one would say Shnorhavor Surb Zatik or Happy Easter in English. We had about fifteen here for Easter dinner and alas the family is getting splintered, and plenty is from the demands of employers. Of course, when I … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Azienda Agricola Otella, Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard, Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, Brut, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain Concept, Cain Vineyard and Winery, California, California Champagne, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, French Colombard, Italy, Korbel, Lombardy, Lugana, Merlot, Methode Champenoise, Missouri Hopper Vineyard, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Stagecoach Vineyard, The Benchland, Trebbiano di Lugano, Truchard Atlas Peak Vineyard, Turbiana, Verdicchio | Leave a comment

Easter Eve 2026 – Part Two

Posted on April 10, 2026 by thewineraconteur

The annual gathering of all the cousins is a major event, and the crowd is growing, because of weddings, and even the announcement of a new cousin or grandchild, depending on your point of view, so the happiness will continue. … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Apassimento, California, Cantine Bertoldi, Carreras Vineyard, Casa Vinicola Botter, Corvina, Dry Creek Valley, Elyse Winery, Italy, Merlot, Rosso, Sonoma County, Veneto, Zinfandel | 2 Comments

Just Wines We Have Been Drinking

Posted on April 1, 2026 by thewineraconteur

Writing a wine blog may appear to be glamorous, and perhaps some may use the concept to ask for wine. That doesn’t happen here. Since we have retired, the first four months, each year, I seem to entertain myself quite … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux Rose, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau La Gabarre, Destinea, France, Galgon, Italy, Joseph Mellot, Lalande de Pomerol, Lazio IGT, Merlot, Rosso di Ne, Sauvignon Blanc, Tenuta Ronci, Val de Loire IGP | Leave a comment

Bahama Breeze

Posted on March 20, 2026 by thewineraconteur

My Bride and some of her girlfriends get together, along with their spouses for a dinner periodically, and I am not sure how the restaurants are selected, but we were going to Bahama Breeze. My Bride and I tried the … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardonnay, Kendall-Jackson, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Private Selection, Robert Mondavi, Sangiovese, Syrah, Vintner's Reserve | 3 Comments

The Fine Wine Source Club – March 2026

Posted on March 17, 2026 by thewineraconteur

With the doldrums of enduring the last of the winter season, waiting for signs of Spring, the high point of the month so far is going to The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan and picking up the Club offerings … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Adae, Barbera D'Alba Superiore DOC, Bodegas Manzanos, Cabernet Franc, California, Crianza, Domaines Michel Boutin, Garnacha, Graciano, Grenache, Italy, Justin Cabernet Sauvignon, La Bioca, Langhe, Malbec, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Rioja, Rioja Alta, Rioja Orientale, RouteStock, Seleccion, Serralunga d'Alba, Siglo, Spain, Tempranillo, Wilson Daniels | 2 Comments

Our Time in Stratford, Ontario SRO

Posted on February 12, 2026 by thewineraconteur

There were several locations that we tried to go to that evening, but the nightlife was extremely lively and several of the theaters were still offering plays, and I will make sure that the next time we have reservations, even … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Aligote, Bubbles, Canada, Charmat Method, Chateau des Charmes, Cotes de Ventoux, Eclat!, France, Grenache Blanc, IGP Pays d'Oc, La Maison Ogier, Languedoc, Les Jamelles, Marsanne, Merlot, Niagara Peninsula VQA, Ontario, Rhone Valley, St. David's Bench VQA, Ventoux, Vin de Pays d'OC | 4 Comments

Christmas Dinner With TWR, Jr. – Part Two

Posted on January 10, 2026 by thewineraconteur

We always have a wonderful time with The Wine Raconteur, Jr. and his Bride and family. We were also glad that we didn’t have to postpone this dinner, because it was before my operation and I presumed that my diet … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Alter Ego de Chateau Palmer, Black Queen, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chateau Lumiere, Chateau Palmer, Chazz, France, Furiya Winery, Histoire, Japan, Margaux, Merlot, San Joaquim Wine Company, Yamanashi Prefecture | 4 Comments

Christmas Dinner With TWR, Jr. – Part One

Posted on January 7, 2026 by thewineraconteur

Just so that I can keep some of my narratives in sequence, we had a couple of dinners scheduled, before the side trip to the emergency room and before we knew that I was going to have another procedure. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bordeaux Rose, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau La Gabarre, Chateau Peillon-Claveries Dubourg, France, Galgon, Merlot, Muscadelle, Sauternes, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon | Leave a comment

My Bride’s Birthday 2025

Posted on December 8, 2025 by thewineraconteur

I must admit that it was a great celebration and unfortunately this time of the year always gets hectic, and I have articles that pile up on each other, especially when I have multiple part stories. I know that she … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain Five, Cain Vineyard and Winery, California, Chardonnay, Cremant du Jura, Domaine Jean Bourdy, France, Malbec, Merlot, Methode Traditionelle, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Port, Roberts + Rogers Winery | Leave a comment