Quickly becoming a renowned wine destination, Traverse City boasts a wide range of cool-climate wines that pair perfectly with the exploding cuisine scene. The region’s two peninsulas, Leelanau and Old Mission, are both designated as American Viticultural Areas (AVA) with 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.
Pair all of this with the beauty of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and experience, firsthand, the Traverse City region which will have you yearning for more.
Throughout the month of May, enjoy lodging packages, tasting room specials, chef events, winemaker dinners, education and more. Visit Traverse City Uncorked‘s website for further information.
As our vineyards awaken to the sun and warmth of May, toast to the enchanting beauty of spring, indulge your senses and discover delicious Leelanau Wines splendidly paired with scrumptious small bites! This beloved springtime event includes a self-guided tour along the trail, where you’re free to visit any of the 24 participating wineries in any order you choose on both Saturday (11-6) and Sunday (12-5). Tickets are limited and typically sell out, so get yours TODAY!
Ticket Information:
Tickets are $40 and include a souvenir wine glass, along with a featured wine and food pairing at each winery. After your featured pairing, most wineries offer an additional complimentary 2 to 3 tastes. Purchase your tickets by selecting a Starting Winery where you will check-in to the event and pick up your supplies before charting your own course to participating wineries in any order you choose. Tickets are good for both Saturday and Sunday. A $5 donation for every ticket sold goes to the Bruce Simpson Winemakers Scholarshipto help students in their quest for a career in viticulture or enology in Northern Michigan.
Don’t want to drive? Find a willing friend and purchase an additional designated driver ticket for just $20. Your driver can still enjoy the food pairings while he/she takes you from winery to winery. You can also take your food & wine tour via bus or limo by contacting one of our transportation partners. We encourage you to contact them PRIOR to purchasing your tickets and a starting point. Find transportation packages that include your tickets or visit our transportation page for a complete list of our preferred partners.
The first Saturday in May will be here soon. This is our 25th year in support of the University of Michigan Hospital and Gift of Life of Michigan. Please join us May 5, 2018 at Champion Hill Golf Club.
When: As always, the first Saturday in May, this year May 5th, 2018
Where: Champion Hill Golf Course, 501 North Marshall Rd, Beulah, Mi. 49617
Format: Four person scramble
Tee time available with payment of $180 per foursome. Tee times confirmed with your payment to “Northern Michigan Transplant”.
If you have questions, please call Jim at 231-882-6340 or Champion Hill at 231-882-9200.
Play 36 holes of golf in a Ryder Cup format! The entire field of individual players and pairs will be divided into two teams, with their own team shirts and hats, for two days of friendly competition featuring proximity prizes and awards for the winner of the Crystal Cup. Scoring will be adjusted based on handicap.
Saturday, May 26: Four-ball match (best ball from each pair) on the Betsie Valley course beginning at 8 am.
Sunday, May 27: Singles matches on the Mountain Ridge course beginning at 8:30 am.
Crystal Cup players enjoy a full weekend of fun, including:
Friday, May 25 at 6:30pm: Pairings Party Saturday, May 26 from 4-8pm: Michigan Beer & Brat Festival. Crystal Cup participants receive admission. Sunday, May 27: Awards Reception at Kinlochen Plaza will immediately follow the end of play on Sunday.
Rate: $209 per person Limited Golf Member: $149 Four Seasons Club Member: $129
Registration closes May 1st. For more information, call (855) 972-9725 ext. 4000.
The next wildly popular Small Plates—an intimate progressive dinner along the trail—is Thursday, May 31, 2018 from 6 to 9 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine paired with a gourmet tapas dish in the tasting rooms of up to three wineries during this unique dinner event that happens just twice per year! Many wineries partner with local chefs to prepare and serve each delicious pairing. Culinary aficionados will enjoy this upscale, gourmet dining experience!
Tickets are $15 per seating*, and you may get tickets for one, two or three seatings, each at the winery of your choice. Seating times are roughly 6 pm, 7 pm and 8 pm. Tickets must be ordered in advance for this event and always sell out quickly, so be sure to get yours today.
*Please note that due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate shared plates at this time. Each $15 seating is per person.
