Tag Archives: Pinot Noir

A Leisurely Day in Plymouth and a New Restaurant

Posted on July 17, 2014 by thewineraconteur

The Plymouth Art Fair was going on, and the weather was obliging. We decided to make a day of it in the charming city of Plymouth, Michigan. The art fair seems to keep growing in size, as there were more … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged Arroyo Grand Valley, California, Cepas Antiguas, Chardonnay, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, Laetitia Vineyard and Winery, Martina Corta, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Rioja, Sassi, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma-Cutrer, Spain, Tempranillo | 2 Comments

The July Birthdays

Posted on July 7, 2014 by thewineraconteur

As I have written before we get together once a month to celebrate all the birthdays in the families at one time. It is more economical and convenient to just have one big party each month and it has become … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged California, Meiomi, Meritage, Moreson, Opus One, Pinot Noir, Pinotage, South Africa | Leave a comment

A New Collection of Wines

Posted on July 5, 2014 by thewineraconteur

I was visiting a local clothier who does an excellent job in his craft and he likes to entertain his clients as if they were in his home. He always offers coffee and espresso, water, and soft drinks. He also … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Beringer Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Chardonnay, Los Hermanos, Moscato, Muscat, Pinot Noir, Rosado, Tinto, Zinfandel | Leave a comment

Two New Wines plus a Bonus

Posted on July 1, 2014 by thewineraconteur

My Bride left me… for another business trip that took her to a resort here in Michigan. That is usually how I state it, more for laughs, with my tongue firmly in place in my cheek. She was attending a … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Argentina, Belle Glos, Bonardo, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Charbono, Colosal, Gascon, Malbec, Meiomi, Mendoza, Monterrey County, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara County, Sonoma County, Wagner Family of Wine | 7 Comments

A Taste of Monterey Turns 20

Posted on June 11, 2014 by thewineraconteur

I just signed for my new wine club selections from A Taste of Monterey. This is a wine club that we discovered on our first trip to Carmel-by-the-Sea. The newsletter that was enclosed with the shipment announced that they are … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Aiena, California, Carmel Valley, Heller Estate, Mission Ranch Vineyard, Monterey, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, San Saba Vineyard, Santa Lucia Highlands, Silacci Vineyard, Syrah, Wrath Estate Winery | 4 Comments

My Third Pinotage Wine

Posted on April 30, 2014 by thewineraconteur

Pinotage is the national varietal of South Africa, and it is not that prevalent here in the states, at least I have not seen it that often. It is a cross between two varietals Pinot Noir and Cinsault (Hermitage in … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged Barista, Cinsault, Franschoek, Hermitage, Moreson, Moreson Farm, Pinot Noir, Pinotage, South Africa, Tukulu | 6 Comments

Salvatore’s in Las Vegas

Posted on April 14, 2014 by thewineraconteur

We came out to Las Vegas with three missions; to see our son get married, to see our children and grandchildren that live in Vegas, and to see all of our grandchildren in a group for the first time. Suffice … Continue reading →

Posted in Dining, Wine | Tagged California, Central Coast, Morgan Winery, Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands, Twelve Clones | Leave a comment

Three Wines from Santa Lucia Highlands

Posted on March 9, 2014 by thewineraconteur

I just received another shipment from my wine club “A Taste of Monterey.” This shipment from the “Private Reserve Club” had three bottles of wine all from the Santa Lucia Highlands which is an AVA in the Monterey area. This … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged "A Taste of Monterey", Amaranta, California, Chardonnay, Cima Collina, Pelerin Wines, Pelio Vineyard, Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands, Syrah, Tondre Vineyard, Travieso Wines | 4 Comments

More Wines from Don Sebastiani and Sons

Posted on March 3, 2014 by thewineraconteur

As surprised as I was to be part of an impromptu wine tasting event, it was even more fun to do it. Our guest of honor, the young man that I had helped with a simple bit of customer relations … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged BSide, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Clarksburg, Don Sebastiani & Sons, Malbec, Merlot, Napa Valley, Paso Robles, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Project Paso, Rutherford, Sugar Beet Ranch, Syrah, Tempranillo, The Crusher | Leave a comment

Pay It Forward, As They Say

Posted on March 1, 2014 by thewineraconteur

Not too long ago I was helping a friend, and a man came in, and I asked if I could help him. He had what I perceived to be a small problem, and I went and had the problem corrected … Continue reading →

Posted in Wine | Tagged California, Chardonnay, Clarksburg, Don & Sons, Don Sebastiani & Sons, Lonely Oak Red, Malbec, Paso Robles, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Project Paso, Sonoma Coast, Tempranillo, The Crusher, Wilson Vineyard, Zinfandel | 2 Comments