Tag Archives: Nebbiolo

Mari Vineyards

Posted on July 17, 2019 by thewineraconteur

Marty Lagina founded Mari Vineyards in 1999 with the desire to plant varietals that one does not associate with Michigan like Nebbiolo, Sangiovese and others along with Cabernet Franc and Merlot. He had friends come and help him the first … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gewurztraminer, Gruner Veltliner, Mari Vineyards, Michigan, Nebbiolo, Old Mission Peninsula, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Row 7, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Scriptorium, Syrah, Troglodyte Bianco | 2 Comments

When Its Least Expected

Posted on January 16, 2019 by thewineraconteur

There was an old television show in black and white called Candid Camera and I purloined the title from their song. Periodically I am surprised when I get gifts, I give out gifts, especially in the Christmas season, without a … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Barolo, Graciano, Italy, Marques de Riscal, Mazuelo, Nebbiolo, Rioja Reserva, Spain, Tempranillo, Vietti Castiglione | 2 Comments

A Couple of Barolos

Posted on November 17, 2018 by thewineraconteur

I am like a kid in a candy store when I am at Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan. I talk about how I go in and do some wine tastings, and before anyone thinks that I am getting anything … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Barolo, Italy, Monchiero Roche di Castiglione Falleto, Monchiero Vini, Nebbiolo, Poderi Luigi Einaudi, Terlo | Leave a comment

Two Italians

Posted on August 7, 2018 by thewineraconteur

I guess from almost the start of my wine appreciation journey, the wines of Italy have always been one of the cornerstones of my education process. I mean there is not one country that I will ever know completely and … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Barolo, Cepparello, Cordero di Montezemolo, Isole e Ollena, Italy, Monfalletto, Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Sangiovese, Super Tuscan, Toscana IGT, Tuscany | 2 Comments

A Birthday at Vincenzo’s

Posted on May 15, 2018 by thewineraconteur

While we were in Louisville, we went out to celebrate our nephew’s girlfriend’s birthday and she was turning twenty-one. I know for most it is a big celebration, but back in the day, I was never carded, so my birthday … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Azienda Agricola Gianfranco Alssandra, Barolo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Italy, Le Volte dell'Ornellaia, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Super Tuscan, Toscana IGT | Leave a comment

Two from the Continent

Posted on February 22, 2018 by thewineraconteur

There I was trying some new wines at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia and I was just amazed at the range of wines that were being offered. With the use of the Coravin system the wines poured were all … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Barolo, Bodegas Eguren Reinares, Castilla La Mancha, Castilla VT, Eguren Ugarte, Italy, Monchiero Roche di Castiglione Falleto, Monchiero Vini, Nebbiolo, Spain, Tempranillo | Leave a comment

Never Be Hasty

Posted on February 10, 2018 by thewineraconteur

I was getting ready to try the third and fourth wines at a tasting at D. Vine Fine Wines in Livonia, Michigan. I was looking at the sheet and I saw one wine that I had just tried a couple … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Abouridu, Areni Noir, Arenie, Armigne, Barbera, Bastardo, Brancalleo, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Carmenere, Clos Pepe Vineyard, Dolcetto, France, IGP Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert, Languedoc, Loring Wine Company, Malbec, Mas de Daumas Gassac, Merlot, Montepulciano, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Plavac Mali, Saperavi, Souzan, Sta. Rita Hills, Tannat, Tchekapesi, Tchkaveri | 3 Comments

A Holiday Luncheon

Posted on January 3, 2018 by thewineraconteur

One of my many colorful character Ms. Yoga was in town for the holidays and everyone wanted to see her and one way was to all meet for a lunch. The last time we all met for a Sunday dinner … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Barnarda di Gattinara, Chardonnay, Gattinari, Italy, Kelerei Kurtatsch, Nebbiolo, Spanna, Sud Tirol, Travaglini Gattanri, Trentino-Alto Adige, Vespolina | Leave a comment

Easter 2017

Posted on April 24, 2017 by thewineraconteur

There is just something about the holidays that are enjoyable, when you are around family and having nice food and dinner. This was another occasion and we also celebrated the birthday celebrations for the month of April, just to add … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Baja California, California, Chardonnay, Kirkland Signature, LA Cetto, Mexico, Nebbiolo, Valle de Guadalupe | Leave a comment

Gourmet Pizzas

Posted on March 31, 2017 by thewineraconteur

While I am thinking of the documentary film “Dinner in Abruzzo: A Journey Home with My Culinary Godfather” I am also thinking of the great pizzas that are made by Luciano Del Signore. His first foray into pizza making after … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Barbera, Eremo, Fontanafredda, Italy, Langhe, Nebbiolo | Leave a comment