AN INSIDE LOOK
at the Michigan wine scene
Si quaeris peninsulam amoenam circumspice
If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.
Michigan's state motto tells the whole story. Surrounded on all sides by large freshwater lakes, the state enjoys a particular microclimate condusive to growing grapes and making wine.
Within that large microclimate are smaller microclimates with five federally recognized AVAs (American Viticultural Areas). Some are on or near the
45th parallel, sharing a latitude with France and northern Italy, other well-known grape growing regions ;)
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Recent Articles
These articles are typical of what you will find in the magazine. Past
articles are available in the clickable area in the top left corner of the website.
Winter 2024
This growing season began with a warm winter, warm spring, summer and fall.
Spring 2024
This issue introduces us to some of the movers and shakers for inclusion in wine.
Fall 2024
This issue takes a look at the "crushable reds" -- the perfect drinks for fall.
Winter 2023
Petite Pearl is a cold-hearty Minnesota hybrid that has been getting attention.
Summer 2024
Shady Lane Cellars recently earned not one, but five awards for its wines.
Fall 2023
Grand Rapids has a very vibrant and diverse wine scent. Check it out.
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JIM RINK
Editor-in-Chief
Jim is editor of the award-winning American Wine Society Journal and former co-owner of Boskydel Vineyard in Lake Leelanau, Mich. He also freelances as an editor, writer and designer for other publications nationwide.
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KIM SCHNEIDER
Associate Editor
Kim is an award-winning travel writer and professional journalist with experience as a full-time staff member at three metropolitan newspapers. She has also worked as a magazine editor, college journalism instructor and blogger.
GREG TASKER
Associate Editor
Greg is former entertainment editor at The Detroit News, and is a professional journalist with extensive writing and editing experience. Specialties include travel writing and editing, Michigan wines, business, automotive, features.