In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we chat with David Butkovich of Cody Kresta Vineyard and Winery about Thanksgiving pairings, answer an Ask MBTB question, and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live! Check out our previous episodes here and feel free to drop us a line and let us know what Michigan... Continue reading

Welcome to the latest edition of This Weekend in Michigan Wine, a listing of what's happening now, what's coming up and what's ongoing in the world of Michigan wine! We regularly check dozens of wine websites and sift through tons of weekly press releases to round up what's scheduled around the state. Wineries, if you'd like your event listed, please email us with all of the pertinent information, and we'd be happy to post it. MBTB fans, we hope this serves as your weekly "go-to" guide for finding the best options for getting your Michigan wine on! Cheers! Right now...... Continue reading

My first Thanksgiving dinner with wine came sometime after college when I showed up at my parents home with a bottle of red to accompany our traditional meal of roasted turkey, bread stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole and cranberries. via DetroitNews.com The headline says it all — damn straight they do! Check out this great article from Greg Tasker at the News, with a cameo by MBTB's Cort. Continue reading

In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we chat with Lee Lutes of Black Star Farms about the "Best Riesling in the World" and their flash detente system, and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live! Check out our previous episodes here and feel free to drop us a line and let us know... Continue reading

Welcome to the latest edition of This Weekend in Michigan Wine, a listing of what's happening now, what's coming up and what's ongoing in the world of Michigan wine! We regularly check dozens of wine websites and sift through tons of weekly press releases to round up what's scheduled around the state. Wineries, if you'd like your event listed, please email us with all of the pertinent information, and we'd be happy to post it. MBTB fans, we hope this serves as your weekly "go-to" guide for finding the best options for getting your Michigan wine on! Cheers! Right now...... Continue reading

Wine tastings are a fabulous introduction to wine and a great way to gather with friends and family for an enjoyable evening, but if you want to learn more about a specific wine region before your vacation or want to have a career in the wine industry, wine education classes offer in-depth study options. via TheOaklandPress.com MBTB gets a shoutout alongside our friends at Testa Barra in this article about wine education! Continue reading

The tasting room at a winery is a great place to explore new wines. If you are not that familiar with different wines or never entered a tasting room before, the experience may seem a little intimidating at first. via TheOaklandPress.com MBTB gets a shoutout alongside our friends at L. Mawby in this article! Continue reading

When Michigan wines are the topic of conversation, chances are the words “St. Julian” will soon be a part of the discussion. For four generations spanning nearly 100 years, the name St. Julian has been synonymous with Michigan wine. The family takes its commitment to consistent quality across a wide variety of winemaking styles very seriously, starting with the fruit. via DailyTribune.com Nice article on St. Julian! Continue reading

In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we chat with Dr. Dave Miller of White Pine Winery and Gina Shay of Petraea Plus, LLC, about identifying wine flaws, and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live! Check out our previous episodes here and feel free to drop us a line and let us know... Continue reading

Welcome to the latest edition of This Weekend in Michigan Wine, a listing of what's happening now, what's coming up and what's ongoing in the world of Michigan wine! We regularly check dozens of wine websites and sift through tons of weekly press releases to round up what's scheduled around the state. Wineries, if you'd like your event listed, please email us with all of the pertinent information, and we'd be happy to post it. MBTB fans, we hope this serves as your weekly "go-to" guide for finding the best options for getting your Michigan wine on! Cheers! Right now...... Continue reading

In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we play the Fall Eats Pairing Game and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live! Check out our previous episodes here and feel free to drop us a line and let us know what Michigan wine topics you'd like to hear about on the show. If you've... Continue reading

Welcome to the latest edition of This Weekend in Michigan Wine, a listing of what's happening now, what's coming up and what's ongoing in the world of Michigan wine! We regularly check dozens of wine websites and sift through tons of weekly press releases to round up what's scheduled around the state. Wineries, if you'd like your event listed, please email us with all of the pertinent information, and we'd be happy to post it. MBTB fans, we hope this serves as your weekly "go-to" guide for finding the best options for getting your Michigan wine on! Cheers! Right now...... Continue reading

Born with Old Mission winemaking in his blood, Sean O’Keefe travels the world as a student of wine and an ambassador for Northern Michigan viticulture. We follow Sean into the cellar at Mari Vineyards to dissect the nature of northern reds and talk about creating a new oeno-legacy. via MyNorth.com MyNorth.com talks with Sean O'Keefe, winemaker at Mari Vineyards on Old Mission Peninsula. Continue reading

In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we chat with Gina Shay, owner of Petraea Plus, about barrels and corks, and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live! Check out our previous episodes here and feel free to drop us a line and let us know what Michigan wine topics you'd like to hear... Continue reading

Ask the average Michigander about Marquette, and he’ll likely reference a city in the Upper Peninsula. Ask a wine-loving Michigander, and the answer may be very different. Marquette — a cold-hardy hybrid grape developed at the University of Minnesota and introduced in 2006 — is on the rise in Michigan, thanks to its tolerance for the state’s often fickle weather. via HourDetroit.com In her October Hour Detroit Michigan wine blog, Cort explores a grape that's gaining traction in Michigan: the cold-hardy hybrid, Marquette. Continue reading

I’m not good at advance planning (just ask my editor!) but the first three wines in this week’s list would be ideal for Thanksgiving. The two from Left Foot Charley — one of my favorite wineries — have two strikes against them: They are unfamiliar grapes and they come from an unfamiliar region. They are also new to the market, so don’t be shy about asking your favorite retailer to order them. And stock up for the holiday feast. via WashingtonPost.com Left Foot Charley gets a MAJOR shoutout in this Washington Post article! Continue reading

Wine lovers know the Leelanau and Old Mission peninsulas are spectacular bets when it comes to planning your next tasting trip. via MLive.com Which of these have you visited? Continue reading

Sharp October light filters through the leaves spattering asymmetrical shadows on the curves of Sleepy Hollow Road. The land itself is a sine wave here near the tip of the Old Mission Peninsula, dipping and rolling before it flatlines into the watery plane of East Grand Traverse Bay. Coming around the last bend, the curves give way to a stunning hilltop geometry. via MyNorth.com Do you know the story behind 2 Lads? Continue reading

Welcome to the latest edition of This Weekend in Michigan Wine, a listing of what's happening now, what's coming up and what's ongoing in the world of Michigan wine! We regularly check dozens of wine websites and sift through tons of weekly press releases to round up what's scheduled around the state. Wineries, if you'd like your event listed, please email us with all of the pertinent information, and we'd be happy to post it. MBTB fans, we hope this serves as your weekly "go-to" guide for finding the best options for getting your Michigan wine on! Cheers! Right now...... Continue reading

In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we chat with Tom Knighton, owner of Blustone Vineyards, one of the big winners of our 2018 Readers' Choice Awards, and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live! Check out our previous episodes here and feel free to drop us a line and let us know what... Continue reading

Welcome to the latest edition of This Weekend in Michigan Wine, a listing of what's happening now, what's coming up and what's ongoing in the world of Michigan wine! We regularly check dozens of wine websites and sift through tons of weekly press releases to round up what's scheduled around the state. Wineries, if you'd like your event listed, please email us with all of the pertinent information, and we'd be happy to post it. MBTB fans, we hope this serves as your weekly "go-to" guide for finding the best options for getting your Michigan wine on! Cheers! Right now...... Continue reading

In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we share some clips from our MBTB on Tour: Trip to Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail in September and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live! Check out our previous episodes here and feel free to drop us a line and let us know what Michigan wine... Continue reading

Welcome to the latest edition of This Weekend in Michigan Wine, a listing of what's happening now, what's coming up and what's ongoing in the world of Michigan wine! We regularly check dozens of wine websites and sift through tons of weekly press releases to round up what's scheduled around the state. Wineries, if you'd like your event listed, please email us with all of the pertinent information, and we'd be happy to post it. MBTB fans, we hope this serves as your weekly "go-to" guide for finding the best options for getting your Michigan wine on! Cheers! Right now...... Continue reading

A new study confirms what a lot of folks — locals and tourists alike — have known for years: The Michigan wine industry is big business and getting bigger. via NorthernExpress.com Michigan wine is making a huge impact! Continue reading

In the latest edition of our weekly podcast, we share some clips from our MBTB on Tour: Trip to Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail last weekend and discuss what we've been drinking, upcoming events and more. You can listen in by clicking here. Note: The reference to the founder of St. Julian Winery around the 10:40 mark should have identfied him as Mariano Meconi. The podcasts are available via the link above, the "MBTB Radio" button at right, on Podbean.com, or on iTunes. You also can subscribe on iTunes so they download directly to your smartphone when they go live!... Continue reading