Nose
Aromas of cherries, blackcurrants and blackberries.
Palate
This Marquette wine is medium bodied.
Growing Conditions
Located further north than any of the other AVA’s, the Tip of the Mitt region offers a unique set of challenges and opportunities when it comes to growing grapes. Lake effective conditions from Little Traverse Bay and the Straits of Mackinac often create colder and windier winter seasons, meaning varietals typically planted downstate can’t withstand the harsh conditions.
Winemaking
As one of the fastest growing wineries in the state of Michigan, Mackinaw Trail Winery was able to build a brand new state of the art facility in Petoskey, MI. This allowed the winery to continue its growth without sacrificing the quality of their products. The new winery sits on 30 acres of beautiful rolling hills which is planted with 15 acres of grapes.
