Traverse City Wine Trail — Michigan's Wine Capital
Traverse City sits at the tip of two extraordinary wine peninsulas — Old Mission and Leelanau — where Lake Michigan's moderating influence produces world-class Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Chardonnay. Chateau Grand Traverse pioneered the region in 1974. Black Star Farms and Brys Estate have earned national recognition. The 35+ wineries across both peninsulas are among America's most scenically stunning.
Featured Wineries
- Chateau Grand Traverse — Michigan wine pioneer since 1974, acclaimed Riesling and Pinot Noir overlooking Grand Traverse Bay
- Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery — Old Mission benchmark Pinot Noir and Riesling with stunning bay views
- Black Star Farms — multi-property Leelanau estate with acclaimed sparkling wine, Pinot Noir, and an inn
- Chateau Chantal — hilltop Old Mission estate with 360-degree Grand Traverse Bay views
Why Sip & Summit
- 4-stop curated wine day through Michigan's most scenic wine peninsulas
- Route built in under 10 seconds
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- Swap any stop if it doesn't fit your day
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the best wineries near Traverse City, Michigan?
- Chateau Grand Traverse, Brys Estate, Black Star Farms, 2 Lads Winery, and Chateau Chantal — producing world-class Pinot Noir and Riesling from the Old Mission and Leelanau Peninsulas.
- Is Traverse City good for a Michigan wine weekend?
- Michigan's finest wine weekend — excellent hotels, acclaimed restaurants, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and two extraordinary wine peninsulas. Day one: Old Mission Peninsula's 18-mile scenic drive. Day two: Leelanau Peninsula and Black Star Farms.
- What wine is Traverse City known for?
- Michigan's finest Pinot Noir and Riesling — Lake Michigan's moderating influence creates ideal cool-climate conditions consistently earning national recognition from Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast.