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Tag Archives: Semillon
Easter Dinner 2023
We were celebrating Easter dinner at our house and my Bride was up early getting the dinner started, and we also had some surprise guests as our son from Las Vegas came in with his family. He also came in … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Famille Sichel, France, Gaiole, Italy, Podere Ciona, Sauvignon Blanc, Semifonte, Semillon, Toscana IGT
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A Tasting of Two White Graves
It is always fun with a bit of trepidation when my Bride accompanies me to our local wine shop, The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan. While I think that they abide me, the enjoy when she comes along. After … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Bordeaux, Chateau Carbonnieux, Chateau Ducasse, France, Grand Cru, Graves, Pessac-Leognan, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
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Ms. Yoga Revisits The Earle
Years ago, just after The Wine Raconteur and his Bride, Ms. Yoga frequented The Earle; one of our favorite haunts, especially if we are in Ann Arbor. She wanted to go there with us, and of course, how could we … Continue reading
The Graduation Dinner Continues
It was fun watching our grandson indulge in one of his grandfather’s quirky enjoyments. I would venture to say that most teenagers don’t go out on a regular basis for fine dining, in fact over the years, we have discovered … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged California, Chateau Maucoil, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Cinsault, Coombsville, Dolce, Far Niente, France, Grenache, Late Harvest, Mourvedre, Napa Valley, Nickel & Nickel, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Syrah
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Another Grandson Graduates in Vegas
We are probably one of the few people that go to Las Vegas and don’t gamble. For us, whatever happens in Vegas, is not a big deal and we don’t have to hide about it. We go for the kids … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Chateau Lapinesse, France, Sauternes, Semillon, Vignobles Siozard
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Dinner with The Caller
I have to say, that The Caller did an admirable job navigating the pontoon boat on the lake. The lake that they are on, is a private lake, and I don’t quite understand it totally, but it is like a … Continue reading
An Afternoon with The Caller
Way back, before my Bride had retired, in fact, way back, the last time we were with The Caller and his charming wife, we made arrangements to have dinner with them. The hardest thing to get from them, is a … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged California, Korbin Kameron, Moon Mountain District AVA, Moonridge Vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Sonoma County
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When You Just Want Something Different
There are times when you are having dinner at home, but nothing really fancy, though with my Bride she does try to make everything special. We just finished the season of Lent and in this house, it means that we … Continue reading
Christmas Eve 2021
It is always a wonderful time of the year to spend time with family and we do, even if it is frowned upon in this era. All of my life, the Christmas season is about family, food and good times … Continue reading
An Encore Tasting with Korbin Ming
I can’t think of a better way to spend an hour or so tasting wines at my favorite wine shop The Fine Wine Shop in Livonia, Michigan. I know that sometimes I sound like a broken record always mentioning this … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged California, Korbin Kameron, Merlot, Moon Mountain District AVA, Moonridge Vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Sonoma County
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