The Details:

Welcome to the breathtaking beauty of The Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail – where stunning landscape and natural splendor meets exquisite wine making. ‘Experience Leelanau’ , our new signature event during May 19th-21st, is a celebration honoring ‘Michigan Wine Month’ and everything that makes our region special. Whether you’re a nature lover, a foodie, a music enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the finer things in life, this event has something for everyone.

With Experience Leelanau, we invite you to embrace the magic of Michigan viticulture, as we guide you through the most beautiful corners of our natural paradise. This event is designed to delight and inspire, featuring a dynamic mix of activities and experiences from 11 different wineries along the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail.

Some of the highlights of Experience Leelanau include the exploration of tastings notes, local cuisine and wine pairings, cooking demonstrations, vertical tastings, and many more elevated and unique wine experiences. 

And that's not all! Experience Leelanau showcases the unique cultural treasures of our area. You’ll get a taste of our vibrant arts and music scene with live performances featured at several wineries, showcasing the diverse talent of our community. For those who crave a little more adventure, we have an array of vineyard tours to explore the beautiful landscapes and learn what makes this region so special and unique for winemaking.

Experience Leelanau is more than just an event – it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beautiful culture that Michigan Wineries have planted over the years. Whether you want to enjoy a peaceful retreat, challenge yourself with wine tasting knowledge, or simply enjoy world-class wine and entertainment, there’s something for everyone at Experience Leelanau. Book your tickets today and join us for an adventure that you will never forget!

How it works!

Each ticket is exclusive to the individual winery and the day/time that they are featuring their experience. 

To buy tickets for this event, simply review what each winery is featuring and select the experience you would like to attend. 

Winery Experiences

Date: May 21st: 

Aurora Cellars: 

Experience Details: 

Experience a guided tour throughout Aurora Cellars estate vineyards with head Winemaker, Drew Perry. Ticket holders will get a unique opportunity to ask questions an get insights to all the aspects of growing grapes and intricacies of Michigan viticulture, followed by a one on one tasting tour with Drew. Experience will feature special bottles from the library as well as early releases of future vintages. Lastly, ticket holders will enjoy a specifically curated lunch on the property, while taking in the beautiful scenery surrounding Aurora Cellars. 

Black Star Farms

Experience Details:

Join us for our first-ever wine-paired brunch at our Suttons Bay Tasting Room. Our Estate Chef, John Korycki, creates a special four-course menu demonstrating that wine pairing does not have to be relegated to dinner only. What better way to start your day than by enjoying a gourmet brunch while learning about Michigan wine!

• Course One: Asparagus Frittata, Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Paired with Arcturos Pinot Blanc
• Course Two: Ratatouille Vegetable Tartlet Paired with Arcturos Sur Lie Chardonnay
• Course Three: Swiss Chard Crêpe, Gruyere, Prosciutto Ham Paired with Arcturos Pinot Noir Rosé
• Course Four: Crispy Potato Cake, Hot Smoked Salmon, Dill Crême Fraichen Paired with Arcturos Pinot Noir

Check Out the other Experiences over the weekend!

May 19th: Click Here

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