The thought of sweet, sweet summertime always elicits a yearning for soft grass beneath your bare feet, the warmth of the sun on your shoulders, a perfectly chilled glass of Michigan crafted Pinot Grigio or cider—and if you can escape from the office for a trip up north—a blissful escape to the lake…
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Nestled right off of M22, a storybook farmhouse overlooking an apple and grape-growing paradise awaits you. Admittedly, Two K Farms’ modest wood sign does little to advertise the breathtaking property that sits tucked away until you venture up the casual dirt road. But for the daring explorers who…
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This wine season may look a little different, with wine by the glass, flight, or bottle rather than more traditional tastings, tasting reservations required in advance, designated seatings, and smaller groups—All designed so you can sip safely. But one thing is for sure: don’t let anything stop you…
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The picturesque Grand Traverse region is such a remarkable place. With its gently rolling hills, surprisingly tall sandy bluffs, and sparkling water views at nearly every angle, you sometimes have to pinch yourself as a reminder that you’re still in the Midwest. To sit at the same latitude as some…
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"Wine is sunlight, held together by water" - Galileo Galilei Before you head out for a magical day to tour the lovely, yet expansive wine trail that ambles endlessly along the breathtaking countryside of the Leelanau Peninsula, it’s critical to ask yourself and your fellow trailblazers: what you…
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Bel Lago isn’t called “beautiful lake” on a random whim. As you wind around S. Lake Shore Drive headed toward Cedar, you’ll know you’re approaching this seemingly unassuming tasting room as soon as you see Lake Leelanau begin to relax and stretch out its bottom half. It might not be the most opulent…
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Escape to Mawby Country Mawby has long been the coolest of the cool. I mean, where else can have Sex in a glass (link to https://shop.lmawby.com/sex-750ml-p13.aspx)? This past year, Michigan’s oldest and only sparkling wine house got even more awesome. That’s because they decided to tear down a wall…
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Leelanau Peninsula is host to many events year round. But wine events are in a league of their own. Maybe it’s the special theme or the buzz of the crowds. Or perhaps it’s the addition of food and/or music...the two things wine was practically invented to be paired with. If you’re looking for an…
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1. The floral and fruity “notes” are added ingredients. I’m just going to straight up admit it.: GUILTY. As I quickly learned in my trips around the trail, unless, the wine happens to be a fun exception – like 45 North’s Peach Fizz – for the most part, all of these unique notes, aromas, and…
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