About This Event
The Boskydel Tribute is a fun, intimate event honoring Bernie Rink, northern Michigan's pioneer in the wine industry. The event takes place Saturday, July 7, 2018 from 6:00 to 10:00 pm at Aurora Cellars in Lake Leelanau.
The Boskydel Tribute, is a collaboration between Good Harbor Vineyards, Mawby and Bel Lago Vineyards to honor Bernie Rink, pioneer of Northern Michigan’s wine industry.Each of the partnering wineries created a special wine for the event using grapes from Boskydel’s vineyard. Bel Lago Vineyards is featuring a Soleil Blanc, Mawby created a de Chaunac Rosé and Good Harbor vineyards created a Vignoles. All three are French American hybrid varietals, the type of wines that Bernie was know for. All three Tribute wine labels feature a cartoon image of Bernie, down by his son, Jim Rink.
Guests will enjoy a glass of each of the Tribute wines as well as the last still red of 2015 with the Boskydel label paired with heavy appetizers. Tickets to the event are $75 per person or $130 per couple, limited to 250 people. The Tribute wines will be available for purchase, and $2 for each bottle sold will go to two charities: the Mark Johnson Scholarship and the Carmelite Monastery.
Meet the Organizer
Discover Leelanau Peninsula, where cool-climate wines pair perfectly with local cuisine.The small peninsula is home to 25 wineries located within diverse microclimates uniquely suited for a variety of wine grapes. Among the internationally acclaimed varietals are Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc. Experience, firsthand, the authentic taste of the peninsula in local wines that continue to achieve national and international accolades with each passing vintage.
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