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Michigan Wine

Apr 03 2025

A Taste & Tour of Wine Country: Leelanau Peninsula, Michigan

I really enjoy trips to Michigan’s Wine Country in the Leelanau (pronounced: Lee-luh-nah) Peninsula. It has a rather unique vibe and is a bit more relaxing than some of the other wine trips I have taken. Timing really matters when visiting Leelanau. … [Read more...] about A Taste & Tour of Wine Country: Leelanau Peninsula, Michigan

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: Michigan Wine, Red Wine, Sparkling, Sweet Wine, Tasting, Tour, White Wine, Wine Pairings, Wine Travel

Mar 07 2024

2023 Vintage Wines from Across the U.S.

The Wine Regions No One Talks About...Do you know what to expect from your regional or local wineries in terms of wine quality?If you’re like the average American, the answer is probably “no.”Most of our wine quality perspectives and expectations … [Read more...] about 2023 Vintage Wines from Across the U.S.

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: 2023, Colorado Wine, Georgia Wine, Michigan Wine, Nebraska Wine, New Jersey Wine, Pennsylvania Wine, Texas Wine

Nov 02 2023

“Here’s Looking at You, Bubbly”

And Other Tidbits About Sparkling WineOn the forefront, sparkling wines may seem somewhat dull.Pick a bottle.Pop it open. (Actually, don’t pop it open. If you hear a loud “pop” when you open the bottle, you’re opening it wrong…)Pour and … [Read more...] about “Here’s Looking at You, Bubbly”

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: American Wines, French Wine, Michigan Wine, New Mexico Wine, Sparkling, Special Occasion, Wine History

Dec 29 2021

Behind the Sparkle

Find Your Favorite Sparkling WineHello, Wine Lovers!The holiday season is coming up, and before we know it, January 1st will be knocking on our doorsteps.This wine-centric holiday is sure to draw you into an up-coming sparkling wine purchase. … [Read more...] about Behind the Sparkle

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: Holiday, Michigan Wine, New Years, Sparkling, Special Occasion, Sugar Cubes, Wine Cocktails, Wine Flavor, Wine Style

May 02 2021

More ‘Mosas, More Ways!

One of the classic wine cocktails of all times must be the mimosa: a mixture of fresh orange juice and sparkling wine. If you’re creative, a little curl of orange rind is added to adorn the glass.But there is no reason to get stuck in the rut of … [Read more...] about More ‘Mosas, More Ways!

Written by Denise Gardner · Categorized: Sip & Swirl · Tagged: Bottles and Blooms, Mawby Wine, Michigan Wine, Mimosa, Mother's Day, Pennsylvania Wine, Sparkling, Special Occasion, Spring Gate, Sugar Cubes, Wine Cocktails

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