There’s something about Leelanau in December that brings out the heart of the season—quiet snow-covered mornings, long dinners with friends, and the simple joy of sharing something meaningful with the people we love. Around here, wine is often at the center of those moments, and it’s why we’ve curated three holiday bundles designed to make…
As the leaves settle and the last of harvest wraps up on the Leelanau Peninsula, our team at Blustone turns to one of our favorite moments of the year: gathering around the Thanksgiving table. It’s a holiday built on warmth, gratitude, and good company—and for us, that always includes thoughtful wine pairings that bring the…
You probably don’t read much about Michigan wines; chances are you’ve never tasted one. That would be a shame, as there are many impressive examples being produced in the state, especially in the Leelanau Penisula, where I recently spent a few days meeting with several of the area’s finest vintners. Read the full story at…
Sometimes when you’re in Northern Michigan, you have to turn off the beaten path to see the most extraordinary views. At Blustone Vineyards, with its neat rows of vines tucked into a beautiful, rolling spot off M-204 – you can actually taste these views. The very “terroir” of the land here leaves its delicious mark on…
The Unique Harvest Strategy Behind Leelanau’s Cool-Climate Wines As we head into the 2025 harvest season here at Blustone Vineyards, there’s a particular buzz in the air—and it’s not just the hum of tractors in the vineyard. This is the time of year when cool-climate wines on the Leelanau Peninsula take center stage. Our region’s…
As the leaves start to turn across the Leelanau Peninsula, excitement is building at Blustone Vineyards—because harvest is almost here. We anticipate beginning our 2025 harvest around October 1st, and once the first clusters are picked, it’ll be all hands on deck to move quickly through the vineyard. “Once harvest begins in a cool-climate region…
Staff at a Red Hot Best Award–winning winery share secrets to a more immersive tasting experience. As the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail continues to propel itself into the spotlight as one of the hottest wine vacation destinations—MSN and Business Insider have called it the “Napa of the Midwest”—the 20-plus wineries on the trail strive to offer distinctive…
Summer in northern Michigan is always unforgettable, but Summer 2025 at Blustone Vineyards was truly one for the books. From live music on the patio to Foodie Fridays filled with flavor, from golden sunsets over the vines to the excitement of new wine releases, this season brought together friends, family, and travelers exploring Leelanau Peninsula,…
Discover autumn’s brilliance at Blustone Vineyards—where the crisp air, fiery foliage, and the rich buzz of harvest make now the perfect time to indulge in everything from vibrant whites to bold reds. Harvest in Full Swing: Savor Our Wine & Cheese Pairing Fall marks the heart of harvest at Blustone—our vineyards hum with activity, golden…
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