Tag Archives: Merlot

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

Thanksgiving 2025

Posted on December 5, 2025 by thewineraconteur

Thanksgiving is a holiday that makes us (my Bride) totally organized and totally impressive to all that hear her accomplishments. This year, two days earlier, she had gone to the post office to mail the out-of-town gifts and the Christmas … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Blue Curacao, Blumond Blue, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardonnay, Charmat Method, Chateau Haut Marbuzet, Cru Bourgeois, Cru Bourgeois Exceptional, Cru Grand Bourgeois Exceptionnels, France, Fratelli Saraceni, Glera, Italy, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Roberts + Rogers Winery, Saint-Estephe, Saraceni Wines | 2 Comments

Blue Rock Winery – Part Three

Posted on November 23, 2025 by thewineraconteur

We were getting close to the end of the wine tasting at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan with a tasting of wines from Blue Rock Winery led by Carla Jeffries. Carla Jeffries was fascinating to talk to and … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Alexander Valley, Best Barrels, Black Label, Blue Rock Vineyard, Blue Rock Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Sonoma County | Leave a comment

Blue Rock Winery – Part Two

Posted on November 20, 2025 by thewineraconteur

The second part of a wine tasting at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan and the tasting was conducted by Carla Jeffries who handles liaison work with the trade and media. The name Blue Rock originates from the local … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Alexander Valley, Baby Blue Red Blend, Best Barrels, Black Label, Blue Rock Winery, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Gapstone Vineyard, Malbec, Merlot, Petaluma Gap, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, Syrah | Leave a comment

Taking Coals to Newcastle

Posted on November 11, 2025 by thewineraconteur

Now most people realize that the title of this article is a useless endeavor, but I will get to that story soon enough. As I had to make a trip to my favorite wine shop The Fine Source in Livonia, … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Ardore, Bodegas Alvear, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Celani Family Wines, Insignia, Joseph Phelps, Merlot, Montilla-Moriles, Napa Valley, Pedro Ximenez, Solera 1927 | 4 Comments