Staff Bios - Ashley Samuel

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Ashley Samuel
Tasting Room Acting Manager

Hello! My name is Ashley, and I was born and raised in Traverse City. I have many years of customer service experience and am looking forward to expanding that here at Laurentide! I take much joy in providing great service for people and am excited to expand my knowledge on wine while doing so. Wine has always been a great way to bring friends and family together. So come on in and enjoy some great wine!

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Customer Testimonials

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"My girlfriends and I wine tasted for the day and we weren't enjoying too much until we got here. Mary was the most amazing host! My friends and I..."

"On our long day of touring Leelanau Peninsula wineries, we saved the best for last -- Laurentide! This place is one of the most discreet in terms..."

"One of my favorite Michigan wineries. It's beautiful and has awesome wine."