Wine Tasting in Traverse City - 5 Best Wineries, Wine Tours and Our Favorite Sips
Traverse City is nestled between the two best wine-tasting areas in the midwest - the Old Mission Peninsula and the Leelanau Peninsula. Located on the 45th parallel, the Old Mission and Leelanau peninsulas are known for their gorgeous vineyards and wines garnering praise worldwide.
We hope you'll enjoy tasting some of our favorites around this beautiful area!
Up North and Away’s Tips:
Reservations for Wine Tasting in Traverse City
Most of our wineries are open year-round and reservations are recommended between May and October.
Book a Private Driver or Tour Bus for Wine Tasting
While we have dozens of wineries in the area, they are quite spread out, and tours or designated drivers are highly recommended for checking out more than one spot.
Traverse City Wine and Beer Tours
Attend Wine Events in Traverse City
Our local wineries offer a wide range of events from charcuterie classes and live music to sunrise yoga and dinner pairings. Be sure to check for unique events happening during your visit!
Top 5 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula - Old Mission Wine Trail Map
Mari Vineyards - (231) 938-6116
8175 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
Most Popular: Row 7, Praefectus, and Altima Thule
Black Star Farms - (231) 944-1300
360 McKinley Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
Most Popular: Arcturos Dry Riesling, Arcturos Late Harvest Riesling, and Arcturos Pinot Noir
Bonobo Winery - (231) 282-9463
12011 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
Most Popular: Blanc de Blancs and Rose
Chateau Chantal Winery and Inn - (231) 223-4110
15900 Rue de Vin, Traverse City MI, 49686
Most Popular: Reserve Reds, and Sparkling wines
Brys Estate Vineyard and Winery - (231) 223-9303
3309 Blue Water Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
Most Popular: Pinot Noir Reserve, Naked Chardonnay Reserve, and Pinot Noir/Riesling
Top 5 Wineries on Leelanau Peninsula - Leelanau Wine Trail Map
Mawby Vineyards and Winery - (231) 271-3522
4519 Elm Valley Rd, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Most Popular: All Bubblies- Sex, Blanc, and Gold
45 North Vineyard and Winery - (231) 271-1188
8580 E Horn Rd, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
Most Popular: S.P.G., Sparkling Peach, and Unwooded Chardonnay
Shady Lane Cellars - (231) 947-8865
9580 E Shady Ln, Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Most Popular: Semi-dry Riesling, Cabernet Franc, and Grüner Veltliner
Good Harbor Vineyards - (231) 256-7165
34 S Manitou Trail, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653
Most Popular: Fishtown White, Harbor Red, and Cherry Wine
Verterra Winery - (231) 256-2115
103 E River St, Leland, MI 49654
Most Popular: Chaos Red, Unoaked Chardonnay, and Pinot Blanc
