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Tag Archives: Sonoma County
Willkommen
Willkommen is the opening song in the play Cabaret, and it is the theme of Frankenmuth, Michigan. We are talking about a town that is a great place for everyone to visit at least once for the Bavarian charm and … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Alexander Valley, Cabernet Sauvignion, California, Estancia, Sonoma County
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Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvee 2010
A little while ago, I had the chance to enjoy this wine with some friends and it was a fine time. We were enjoying the afternoon and everybody was happy. We opened this bottle and we enjoyed the richness of … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Malbec, Merlot, Mountain Cuvee, Petit Verdot, Sonoma County, Syrah, Zinfandel
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A Couple of More Wines over the Weekend
There are times when we are surrounded by family and friends that do not have the same appreciation for wines that a wine drinker has. That does not mean that they should be shamed and actually they should be encouraged … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Decoy, Duckhorn Vineyards, Leelanau Cellars, Michigan, Sonoma County, Winter White Peach Chill
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Seeing My Cousin in Pheonix
As we bid our children and grandchildren adieu in Las Vegas, we boarded another plane to visit one of my cousins that lives in the Phoenix area for dinner and then we were going to go see an old friend … Continue reading
The Masters Restaurant in Madison Heights, Michigan
There is a rather curious sight when one is at the corner of Dequinder and Thirteen Mile Road in Madison Heights, a Northern suburb of Detroit. If one is even remotely familiar with the game of golf there is a … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Ferrari-Carano, Healdsburg, Malbec, Sangiovese, Sonoma County, Syrah
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J. Alexander’s for a Lunch Meeting
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
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Sibley Gardens in Trenton, Michigan
This was one of my Uncle’s favorite restaurants and he held court there at least a couple times of week, either for lunch or dinner and sometimes the lunches might morph into dinner as well. He enjoyed restaurants that always … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged California, Mac Murray Ranch, Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
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Easter Eve
I have a cousin who has taken it upon herself to have, which has become an Armenian tradition in our families, an Easter Eve party. Since all of the cousins now have families of their own and we are splintered … Continue reading
Another Trip to the Wizard
This has been a week for OZ, not only did we see the cinematic prequel to the original film, but we just went and saw a theatrical presentation of The Wizard of Oz. We were made aware of this production … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, Folie a Deaux, Menage a Trois, Merlot, Sonoma County, Zinfandel
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The Topper in Dearborn, Michigan
Most people that know me can always spot me in a crowd, because I am always wearing a hat, it is a trademark for me I guess. So The Topper was a natural for me. Everywhere you looked there were … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Dry Creek Valley, Preston Vineyards, Sonoma County
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