Tag Archives: Merlot

Gifts from a Vacation

Posted on August 13, 2013 by thewineraconteur

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 | 2 Comments

Antonio’s Cucina Italiana

Posted on August 7, 2013 by thewineraconteur

I recently had dinner with a friend at a restaurant, which started its origins back in my old neighborhood. As kids we used to congregate at a park, and if it we would walk or drive across the other side … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Argiano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Italy, Merlot, Non Confunditur, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Syrah, Tuscany | Leave a comment

More Notes about the Reunion

Posted on August 1, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Since I covered the basis for the Reunion, now I shall discuss some of the fun moments of the affair as well. Through the initial opening of the doors and right through the dinner period there was classic music playing … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chateau Grand Marceaux, France, Malbec, Medoc, Merlot, Petit Verdot | Leave a comment

The Reunion

Posted on July 30, 2013 by thewineraconteur

The day finally arrived, for ages it seemed like it was never going to arrive and then it happened. A reunion for a group of alumni from a Junior High School from Southwest Detroit is what I am talking about. … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Argentina, Black Box Wines, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardonnay, Chile, Malbec, Merlot, Monterey County, Moscato, Pinot Grigio, Riesling | 9 Comments

J. Alexander’s for a Lunch Meeting

Posted on June 14, 2013 by thewineraconteur

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 | Leave a comment

The Rugby Grille in Birmingham, Michigan

Posted on May 31, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Sometimes in the parlance of my old neighborhood, I am a mooch. Well who wouldn’t if they had a chance to have dinner at the Rugby Grille at the Townsend Hotel and then spend the evening there. There have been … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardonnay, Conundrum, Duckhorn Vineyards, Merlot, Muscat Canelli, Napa Valley, Paraduxx, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Zinfandel | 2 Comments

A Sad Day for a Cellar

Posted on May 23, 2013 by thewineraconteur

When my Bride had returned from her last trip to Louisville, one of the empty bottles, she brought back from her trip was a Cain Five 2001. When I asked her about this particular bottle, she informed me that it … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain Five, Cain Vineyard and Winery, California, Malbec, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot | 2 Comments

Kentucky Derby Museum Gala 2002

Posted on May 2, 2013 by thewineraconteur

The Saturday a week before the Derby is the site of a grand party supporting the Kentucky Derby Museum on the grounds of Churchill Downs. If you ever get a chance to go to Churchill Downs, allow yourself some early … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bonterra, California, Champagne, Chardonnay, Eagle Peak, Fetzer, Mendocino County, Merlot | 5 Comments

Another Fund Raiser

Posted on April 20, 2013 by thewineraconteur

The other day I went as a guest to another political fundraiser to a restaurant that I used to frequent years ago. The original restaurant and location did not have a liquor license, but when they opened their new location … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, La Terre Wines, Merlot, White Zinfandel | Leave a comment

Twenty Years

Posted on April 18, 2013 by thewineraconteur

It is hard to believe that my Bride has put up with me for twenty years, but we were celebrating the evening that we met. We have had a lot of trips, dinners and wines and uncountable memories since that … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Gertrude, Italy, La Maialina, Merlot, Petraio, Primitivo, Puglia, Sangiovese, Toscana, Zinfandel | 4 Comments