Being home to the Great Lakes brings Michiganders many advantages. Freshwater, massive fishing, and boating. It likewise has another perk: Creating ideal conditions for producing wine.Michigan is a grape-growing state, house to over 140 wineries that comprise the state’s$4.9 billion industry.Most white wine grapes grown in Michigan are within a 25-mile radius of
Lake Michigan. The lake tempers the air along the shore. That plus lake impact snow aid to secure crops from harsh weather.Michigan has more than 13,000 vineyard acres, with lots of growing juice grapes, such as Niagara and Concord according to the Michigan.org site. In reality, Michigan grows more Niagara grapes than any other state.And nearly 4,000 acres are dedicated to more than 50 type of red wine grapes, old-world grapes that result in rieslings, pinot noirs, red wines, and pinot grigios, plus hybrids which are
a cross between vinifera and native grapes.The Moersch Hospitality Group, based in Baroda, Michigan, owns a few of the largest wineries in southwest Michigan. The Leelanau Peninsula Red wine Path farther north is made up of 15 different wineries in northern
Michigan.The vineyards are a popular tourist destination, particularly in the fall. They consist of: This location, owned by the Moersch Hospitality Group, is more intimate than others, and visitors can try a variety of white and red white wines, like Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Rosé, and mixed drinks like martinis, bourbons, and sour scotch. Little appetisers and snacks are likewise available, like charcuterie boards, breadsticks, and dips.10062 Burgoyne Roadway, Berrien Springs The estate offers a family-friendly, atmosphere with wine tastings, live music plus a four-bedroom leasing on site. Food is also readily available on-site from Round Barn Brewery and Public House which serves the average American cuisine that consists of pizza, sandwiches, soups and salad. For$50 on Fridays through Sundays, guests can invite approximately 12 people for a two-hour window, which allows visitors access to the everyday menu, food trucks, food shipment from the Round Barn Brewery and Pub, and a private server. For extra costs, visitors can add on a mimosa bar, charcuterie board, and a special luxury suite experience. A Thanksgiving trivia night is set up for Nov. 20 from 2-5 p.m. 10983 Hills Roadway, Baroda Comparable to Round Barn with the red wine tastings however they offer a vineyard lounge from Friday through Sunday to give visitors a high end wine-tasting experience with 30 various varieties. Guests can also host wedding events and personal events at this location. They also offer”Shake and Stir Workshops”for visitors to find out the art of making mixed drinks.185 Mt. Tabor Roadway, Buchanan Mt Taber Path This four-mile trail links Taber Hill and Round Barn wineries. Guests are able to try red wines, foods, and beer at each trailhead. It’s a beautiful route while also delighting in the food and consumes the places have to offer.This winery uses no reservations and visitors are able to order wine flights, glasses of red wine and can try a variety of charcuterie boards and packaged foods.
They focus on red and shimmering
wines.16985 Smokey Hollow Roadway, Traverse City Brys provides a tasting space loaded with a variety of wines, plus a white wine club for guests to get exclusive deals and white wines. They have 12 acres of a”Secret Garden “that includes 6,000 lavender plants, a strawberry patch,
a fresh flower garden, a herb garden plus extra plants.3309 Blue Water Road, Traverse City Deals guests a full-on experience with choices to schedule a suite. Wine-tasting, dinners are likewise readily available for guests upon appointment. Throughout the season, they will host
red wine dinners, and advanced reservation is required. They likewise offer cooking classes for visitors paired with Chateau wines.15900 Rue de Vin, Traverse City Leelanau Peninsula Red wine Trail provides multiple wineries throughout Northern Michigan for wine lovers, to get a taste of everything.
The following areas are split into
3 various red wine trails.Sleeping Bear Loop Amoritas Vineyard-6701 E. Duck Lake Road, Lake Leelanau Bel Lago Vineyard -6530 S. Lake Shore Drive, Cedar Boathouse Winery- 115 S. St.Marys St., Lake Leelanau Chateau Fontaine-2290 S. French Roadway, Lake Leelanau Cherry Republic Winery-6026 South Lake St., Glen Arbor French Valley Vineyard
-3655 S. French Road, Cedar Excellent Harbor Vineyard-34 S. Manitou Path, Lake Leelanau Glen Arbor Wines -5873 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor Northern Loop 45 North Vineyard and Winery-8580 E. Horn Road, Lake Leelanau Aurora Cellars-7788 E. Horn Road, Lake Leelanau Dune Bird Winery -5620 N. Manitou Trail W., Northport Leelanau Cellars-10781 E. Cherry Bend Road # 1, Traverse City Silver Leaf Vineyard and Winery-11087 E. Silver Leaf Farm Road, Suttons Bay Tandem Ciders-2055 N. Setterbo Roadway, Suttons Bay Verterra Winery-103 River St., Leland Grand Traverse Bay Loop Black Star Farms- 10844
- join a winery club where they can taste and pick up various red wines.
- On their 22 acres, they use a tasting room with
- a view of a vineyard and a courtyard.3720 Atkins Roadway, Petoskey