Tag Archives: Petite Verdot

Father’s Day 2017

Posted on June 21, 2017 by thewineraconteur

Another Father’s Day has passed and the traditional day is celebrated where the honoree goes out into the backyard and displays his culinary technique on the barbeque. As you may have ascertained, I am not one of those fathers, though … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Andriana's Cuvee, Bronco Wine Company, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petite Sirah, Petite Verdot, Shiraz, Sonoma County, Summers Estate Winery | Leave a comment

Christmas Eve

Posted on December 31, 2016 by thewineraconteur

Christmas Eve is one of the holidays that we normally do not entertain on. This particular year though we ended up having everyone at our house, which is fine, because otherwise it seems as if my Bride becomes a catering … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Alexander Valley, Bartenura Wines, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Geyserville Ranch, Italy, Malbec, Merlot, Moscato, Petite Verdot, Provincia di Pavia IGT, Red B, Sonoma County, Trione Vineyards & Winery | Leave a comment

A Day in Holland

Posted on October 30, 2016 by thewineraconteur

What a wonderful way to spend the day. The downtown district of Holland was so interesting, not only for the mixture of shops and restaurants, but also so idyllic. The downtown district had pulled up all the sidewalks and had … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Argentina, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Gouguenheim Valle Escondido, Malbec, Mendoza, Napa Valley, Petite Verdot, St. Supery, Tupungato, Uco Valley | Leave a comment

D. Vine

Posted on August 31, 2016 by thewineraconteur

I guess I have been remiss and it has been brought up to my attention that I should add another character to my cast of wine devotees. Ms. Yoga is one of our oldest friends and she has been on … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Carignan, Chappellet, Charbono, Hallowed Ground, Malbec, Merlot, Mountain Cuvee, Napa Valley, Petite Sirah, Petite Verdot, T Vine Winery, Zinfandel | 5 Comments

Christmas Day

Posted on January 6, 2016 by thewineraconteur

This is one day of the year that we do not do at home and enjoy the festivities and revelry at the home of others. We always start the day off at my Mother-in-Laws home for a Christmas breakfast. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Amaranta, California, Carmel Valley, Heller Estates, Monterey, Petite Verdot, Santa Lucia Highlands, Syrah, Travieso Wines | 1 Comment

“The Caller” Shows Up in Midland, Michigan

Posted on April 11, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I am starting to think that I am going to have to give “The Caller” second billing as he is all of a sudden appearing all over the map sending me cryptic messages about wines. I think he is having … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile, Colchagua Valley, If You See Kay Lazio, Italy, Lazio, No Holds Barred, Petite Verdot, Primitivo, Vino de Eyzaguirre | Leave a comment

Another Easter Eve Party

Posted on April 26, 2014 by thewineraconteur

One of the biggest hurdles is that it is hard to get family members together, as each sibling and cousin gets married and has their own family. The holidays are for families. My one cousin got very creative several years … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, California, Cinsault, Cotes de Provence, France, Grenache, Meritage, Merlot, Miraval, Petite Verdot, Sola | 2 Comments

An Observation from a Casual Wine Drinker

Posted on November 1, 2013 by thewineraconteur

My last article was about the Birthday/Halloween combination party for the month of October and I had mentioned about the bottle of wine that was not drinkable. After I had finished my duties in the kitchen, I went down in … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Alicante Bouschet, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Grenache, Le Mistral, Le Mistral Vineyard, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Monterey County, Petite Sirah, Petite Verdot, Sterling Vintner's Collection, Syrah | Leave a comment

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 English Inn in Eaton Rapids, Michigan

Posted on March 15, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Several years ago, we went out on a drive with another couple to have dinner, because it was during the Super Bowl, and none of us had any interest in watching the game. We made reservations with the restaurant and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Cosentino Winery, Malbec, Meritage, Merlot, Napa Valley, Petite Verdot, The Poet, Yountville | 1 Comment