Cabernet Franc is a red grape, but the skins are quite thick. If you pick it a little early and press it just right you can make a white wine from a this wonderful red grape. This technique is used to make a Blanc de Noirs sparkling wine as well. This beautiful wine is not sparkling, but it is spectacular. Complex aromas of ripe stone fruit and sweet herbs combine with a great acid structure and underlying minerality to make a serious white wine. It was worth the extra effort of handpicking the grapes and fermenting in small lots to create this beautiful white wine.
Cabernet Franc is a red grape, but the skins are quite thick. If you pick it a little early and press it just right you can make a white wine from a this wonderful red grape. This technique is used to make a Blanc de Noirs sparkling wine as well. This beautiful wine is not sparkling, but it is spectacular. Complex aromas of ripe stone fruit and sweet herbs combine with a great acid structure and underlying minerality to make a serious white wine. It was worth the extra effort of handpicking the grapes and fermenting in small lots to create this beautiful white wine.
Vignoles is an old French American Hybrid grape that is susceptible to noble rot under the right conditions. This vintage was perfect for the development of this special fungus that penetrates the skin of the grapes and encourages the grapes to dehydrate and concentrate the sugars and acids in the juice, resulting in a wonderful and unique wine. The aromas and flavors of dried apricots, honey, and dried yellow straw are pronounced and would stand up to strong foods such as liver pate, grilled sausage, onions, and sauerkraut.
Vignoles is an old French American Hybrid grape that is susceptible to noble rot under the right conditions. This vintage was perfect for the development of this special fungus that penetrates the skin of the grapes and encourages the grapes to dehydrate and concentrate the sugars and acids in the juice, resulting in a wonderful and unique wine. The aromas and flavors of dried apricots, honey, and dried yellow straw are pronounced and would stand up to strong foods such as liver pate, grilled sausage, onions, and sauerkraut.
Nothing is better than a Rosé at the Beach!
Beach Day Rosé is a dry rosé made from 100% Blaufränkisch, picked in early October to preserve acidity and keep to alcohol content on the moderate side. Crisp and refreshing flavors of strawberry and watermelon finish with a bit of mouthwatering spice.
Nothing is better than a Rosé at the Beach!
Beach Day Rosé is a dry rosé made from 100% Blaufränkisch, picked in early October to preserve acidity and keep to alcohol content on the moderate side. Crisp and refreshing flavors of strawberry and watermelon finish with a bit of mouthwatering spice.
A dark and earthy Bandol style Rosé created from a blend of Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault, and Cabernet Sauvignon. An excellent food wine that pairs well with dishes containing cumin, white pepper, or other earthy and strong flavors. A cult wine made in small amounts that sells out quickly!
A dark and earthy Bandol style Rosé created from a blend of Mourvedre, Grenache, Cinsault, and Cabernet Sauvignon. An excellent food wine that pairs well with dishes containing cumin, white pepper, or other earthy and strong flavors. A cult wine made in small amounts that sells out quickly!
Blaufränkisch is native to Austria and Hungary and grows very well in the continental climate of Michigan. Our Reserve Blaufrankisch is a special selection of grapes and juice that are more concentrated and fuller bodied, as well as aged in French Oak with a darker toast level to add more tannin and interest to the wine.
Blaufränkisch is native to Austria and Hungary and grows very well in the continental climate of Michigan. Our Reserve Blaufrankisch is a special selection of grapes and juice that are more concentrated and fuller bodied, as well as aged in French Oak with a darker toast level to add more tannin and interest to the wine.
Blaufränkisch is native to Austria and Hungary and grows very well in the continental climate of Michigan. This vintage was fermented in 5 separate lots with different yeast in each to maximize complexity. After fermentation, the wine was aged for 5 months in a 3 year old French Oak barrel to soften the tannins and develop more interesting flavors and structure. This wine is perfect at cellar temperature (55 degrees) and shows flavors of black raspberry, cocoa, and black pepper. We have paired it with a variety of cheeses, charcuterie, and pork. It would also be great with traditional German food such as sausages and sauerkraut!
Blaufränkisch is native to Austria and Hungary and grows very well in the continental climate of Michigan. This vintage was fermented in 5 separate lots with different yeast in each to maximize complexity. After fermentation, the wine was aged for 5 months in a 3 year old French Oak barrel to soften the tannins and develop more interesting flavors and structure. This wine is perfect at cellar temperature (55 degrees) and shows flavors of black raspberry, cocoa, and black pepper. We have paired it with a variety of cheeses, charcuterie, and pork. It would also be great with traditional German food such as sausages and sauerkraut!
This is an old-world style elegant Merlot with just a hint of new French oak. Flavors and aromas of dark plum and cherry are complemented by leather and cedar on the finish. This is a wine that is worthy of cellaring.
This is an old-world style elegant Merlot with just a hint of new French oak. Flavors and aromas of dark plum and cherry are complemented by leather and cedar on the finish. This is a wine that is worthy of cellaring.
This little-known grape is indigenous to the Pyrenees Mountains in Southwest France. It is a very tannic grape variety. This wine is wonderfully structured with smooth ripe tannins. Aged in a mixture 50% new and 50% used French oak, it has flavors of blackberries, black plums, graphite, leather, cedar and a touch a dry herbs. Pair it with steak, pot roast, or mushrooms.
This little-known grape is indigenous to the Pyrenees Mountains in Southwest France. It is a very tannic grape variety. This wine is wonderfully structured with smooth ripe tannins. Aged in a mixture 50% new and 50% used French oak, it has flavors of blackberries, black plums, graphite, leather, cedar and a touch a dry herbs. Pair it with steak, pot roast, or mushrooms.
A 40% Gewurzträminer / 60% Riesling Blend with pronounced aromas of lychee and jasmine that really sing! The flavors deliver the same exotic sweetness and finish with a zingy note of grapefruit pith.
A 40% Gewurzträminer / 60% Riesling Blend with pronounced aromas of lychee and jasmine that really sing! The flavors deliver the same exotic sweetness and finish with a zingy note of grapefruit pith.
Ice Wine is a special dessert wine made from grapes that are left on the vine until winter temperatures drop below 17 degrees. After they freeze on the vine, the grapes are pressed while still frozen. Much of the water remains frozen while only the most concentrated juice is released. The resulting wine is lusciously sweet, but balanced by high acid and pronounced flavors of orange marmalade, marzipan, and ripe peaches. The long citrus finish makes this wine perfect with dessert or strong cheeses.
Ice Wine is a special dessert wine made from grapes that are left on the vine until winter temperatures drop below 17 degrees. After they freeze on the vine, the grapes are pressed while still frozen. Much of the water remains frozen while only the most concentrated juice is released. The resulting wine is lusciously sweet, but balanced by high acid and pronounced flavors of orange marmalade, marzipan, and ripe peaches. The long citrus finish makes this wine perfect with dessert or strong cheeses.
