Tag Archives: Monterey County

Culinary Extravaganza 2015

Posted on October 8, 2015 by thewineraconteur

It was the time for the 24’Th annual celebration of food and wine to benefit Schoolcraft College students and the Culinary Arts Program. The event is held at the VisTaTech Center/Waterman Wing of Schoolcraft College, which may be the finest … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Columbia Valley, Cru Wine Company, Gamble Family Vineyard, Long Meadow Ranch Winery, Mariposa Wine Company, Merlot, Monterey County, Napa Valley, Oregon, Petite Sirah, Ranch House Red, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Seven Hills Winery, Vineyard Montage, Yountville | Leave a comment

Some More Wines from Monterey

Posted on September 28, 2015 by thewineraconteur

One of the easiest ways to make this Wine Raconteur happy is when I receive another shipment from my wine club “A Taste of Monterey.” Since we pay for this wine club, I do not have to write that I … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Arroyo Seco, California, Chardonnay, Cobblestone, DeTierra, Doctor's Vineyard, Monterey County, Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands, Syrah, Tondre Grapefield, Wrath Estate Winery | Leave a comment

More of the Cultural Exchange

Posted on August 21, 2015 by thewineraconteur

The Caller and his wife were handling the “Cultural Exchange” with all the grace and wit that they are known for. There was even an excursion out on the lake as they showed us all of the little coves, inlets … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Black Star Farms, Cabernet Sauvignon, Canada, Lake Erie Northshore VQA, Michigan, Monterey County, North 42 Degrees, Ontario, Port, Pot Belly Vintners, Regent, Sirius Red Grape, Souzao, Traverse City | Leave a comment

Organic Wines

Posted on July 22, 2015 by thewineraconteur

There are weeks that sometimes go by, when I wonder if anyone is reading my writings. Then out of the blue, I will get a note on Social Media from one of my friends asking me a question about wine … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bodegas Bagordi, California, Heller Estate, Italy, Malbec, Monterey County, Navardia, Rioja, Sangiovese, Spain, Syrah, Ziobaffa Toscana Red | 4 Comments

How Tweet it is

Posted on July 16, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I had to change an old Jackie Gleason line, just to keep myself firmly in the Twentieth Century. It was suggested that I get an account on Twitter. All of a sudden I felt so last century. At one time … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged California, Chalone, Chardonnay, Michaud Cellars, Monterey County, The Pinnacles National Monument | Leave a comment

Another Easter Eve

Posted on April 7, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Around the world where Christianity is practiced, Christmas Eve is a recognized quasi-holiday that is celebrated by millions of families. I have a cousin that started celebrating Easter Eve almost thirty years ago, as a way to get all of … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bolgheri, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chateau Christina, Francis's Vineyard, Il Bruciato, Italy, Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tass, Merlot, Monterey County, Super Tuscan, Syrah, Tuscany | 3 Comments

“The Caller” is in Indianapolis

Posted on March 30, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I tend to write in spurts when my Muse hits and I had just finished the last article when “The Caller” texted me from Indianapolis. He and wife must be on road trip and he decided to regale me with … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged 20 Year Old Tawny, Belle Glos, California, Douro, Meiomi, Monterey County, Pinot Noir, Porto, Portugal, Santa Barbara County, Sonoma County, Tawny, Taylor Fladgate, Tinto Barroca, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional | Leave a comment

The White Wines of New Years Eve

Posted on January 13, 2015 by thewineraconteur

We had quite the crowd over for New Years Eve and of course the kitchen area was hectic as always. Appetizers were all over and everyone seemed to enjoy them. There must have been about eight cheeses set out, with … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bella Sandra, California, Carmel Valley, Chardonnay, Columbia Crest Grand Estates, Columbia Valley, Horse Heaven Hills, La Crema, Landmark Vineyards, Monterey County, Overlook, Santa Barbara County, Silvestri Vineyards, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, Wahluke Slope, Washington, Yakima Valley | 2 Comments

Another Halloween

Posted on October 29, 2014 by thewineraconteur

It is hard to believe that another year has passed, and we attended another Halloween party/ October birthdays. There was a few less in attendance, because of the football season and people on vacation. As is always the case for … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardonnay, Chateau Suzeau, Cotes du Rhone, France, Grenache, Guglielmo Winery Private Reserve, Kirkland Signature, Monterey County, Mouvedre, Santa Lucia Highlands, Syrah | 4 Comments

The Rio Grill in Carmel

Posted on May 16, 2014 by thewineraconteur

One of the great things for a wine lover is to be in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Carmel Valley is just on the other side of the highway and that means wine and food, of course that is also true in Carmel. On … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged California, Chardonnay, Chateau Julien, Monterey County | 2 Comments