Tag Archives: Napa Valley

Crystal Mountain

Posted on August 26, 2017 by thewineraconteur

Crystal Mountain is a resort in the northwest corner of the lower peninsula of Michigan and it is a year- round facility. It is not far from Traverse City and is a major ski resort in the winter and a … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Bourgogne, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, France, Jean-Claude Boisset, Kirkland Signature, Les Ursulines, Malbec, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Rutherford | 2 Comments

A Cab and a Petite Sirah

Posted on August 10, 2017 by thewineraconteur

I am sure that most people must think that I am really strange, there I am at a wine tasting and I keep my glassful of wine, until they empty a bottle and then I take the bottle and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Elevation, Heritance, Howell Mountain, Merlot, Napa Valley, Oakville AVA, Park Muscatine Vineyard, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Retro Cellars, Rutherford, St. Helena, Syrah, Yountville | 2 Comments

Two Red Blends

Posted on August 8, 2017 by thewineraconteur

I had left the house earlier than normal to go to the wine tasting and I snagged the last chair at the bar. It was another evening there of a social media social night and was the placed packed. One … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Apriori, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Malbec, Merlot, Mountain Cuvee, Napa Valley, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Rhinefarm, Sonoma County | Leave a comment

Another Great Chardonnay

Posted on August 2, 2017 by thewineraconteur

Here we were in Bay City for a board meeting and after the lunch break, people went on their ways for the afternoon. There was a small golf tournament for the members that is highly popular, but I haven’t golfed … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cakebread Cellars, California, Carneros, Chardonnay, Kendall-Jackson, Mendocino County, Monterey County, Napa Valley, Santa Barbara County, Sonoma County | 2 Comments

An Enjoyable Chard

Posted on July 31, 2017 by thewineraconteur

We finally left Marquette and had to drive to Bay City, Michigan to attend a board meeting. Bay City has had its ups and downs over the years, but they definitely seem to be on the rise and that is … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged California, Chardonnay, Conundrum, E&J Gallo, Laguna Ranch Vineyard, Monterey County, Muscat Canelli, Napa Valley, Russian River Valley, Santa Barbara County, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Tulare County, Viognier, Wagner Family of Wine | Leave a comment

Ms. Yoga Touts

Posted on July 19, 2017 by thewineraconteur

One of my dear cast of characters has sent me a couple of wines that she has enjoyed and that is why I say she touts. I should further add that tout means to suggest, and isn’t used that often, … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bonny Doon Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, De Proprio Gravitas, Jax Vineyards, Merlot, Napa Valley, Orange Muscat, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Syrah, Y3 Taureau Red, Zinfandel | 2 Comments

Two Wines on a Humid Day

Posted on July 17, 2017 by thewineraconteur

I look out at what is normally a busy main street that has been closed off to traffic for the Wyandotte Art Fair. I am not sure how art fairs thrive in other states, but Michigan is very pro-art fair, … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Azur Vineyards, Barraida, Fernao Pires, Luis Pato, Maria Gomes, Napa Valley, Portugal, Rose, Sercial, Sercialinho, Sierra Foothills, Syrah, Yountville | Leave a comment

A Pinot and a Meritage

Posted on July 13, 2017 by thewineraconteur

While I was still wandering around the wine department, I did some more exploring, after all who doesn’t like shopping for wine? I mean, not to boast, but if we drank a bottle a day, it would take about four … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Bourgogne, Burgundy, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, France, Jean-Claude Boisset, Kirkland Signature, Les Ursulines, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Napa Valley, Nuits St. George, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Rutherford | Leave a comment

Two More Reds

Posted on June 27, 2017 by thewineraconteur

When one is at a wine tasting, I always look forward to the last two wines of the evening, as the wine selection usually builds up to a crescendo in full body and taste. Wines start with the lightest and … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged All or Nothing, Bella Novello, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Malbec, Napa Valley, Paoletti, Petite Sirah, Tank Garage Winery, Zinfandel | Leave a comment

A Gris and a Chard

Posted on June 23, 2017 by thewineraconteur

I had another chance to go to a wine tasting near my house at D.vine Fine Wines. It is all predicated on our schedules at home. I am still working a bit in my semi-retirement phase doing whatever I can … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged California, Chardonnay, Mira Winery, Napa Valley, Oak Knoll, Oregon, Pinot Gris, WillaKenzie Estate, Willamette Valley, Yamhill-Carlton | 3 Comments