Tuesday, December 31, 2024
SPECIAL TUESDAY 12/31 OPEN
As we are CLOSED New Years Day, we will have special hours the Tuesday before New Years so you may pickup your holiday bubbles...
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
GLACIAL ICE CASE SPECIAL
See SPECIALS tab for more details...
Monday, December 2, 2024
SWEET RIESLING CASE SPECIAL
see Specials tab for full details...
Sunday, December 1, 2024
NO RIESLING WHY NOT !!!
RIESLING SPECIALS all December to celebrate the noble grape: Riesling! From our dry Riesling in the green hock to our Sweet Riesling in the cobalt blue to our GLACIAL ICE dessert ice wine style Riesling, we have your tastes covered. BUY 2 GET 1 mix of any of these Rieslings ALL month OR each week a case special with great savings to ship or pickup!
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
SPECIAL WEDNESDAY 11/27 OPEN
As we are CLOSED THANKSGIVING, we will have special hours the Wednesday before Thanksgiving so you may pickup your holiday wine!
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
LLWC SHIPMENTS ONGOING
Please look for your fall club shipment being packed and shipped this week into next. Our goal as always is to get ALL club wine to our members prior to Thanksgiving. Cheers from Laurentide!
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Reserve Chardonnay 2020 WEEKLY CASE SPECIAL!
See wine specials tab for details and to order...
Friday, November 1, 2024
EMERGE WITH AN AMAIZING DEAL!
BUY 2 GET 1 aMaizing and Emergence wines, both white and red at the tasting room only!
Friday, November 1, 2024
Bubble de Bubble Trouble WEEKLY CASE SPECIAL!
See Specials tab for details!
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
HUNTING for RED WINE?
HUNTING for RED WINE? We have trios and duos of various red wine combinations "reddy" at the tasting room only! Drop by for $5 1/2 glass red wine to taste, try a "3 Shades of Red" or "Ladies in Red" flight and leave with great deals and be stocked for the holidays to come...
Saturday, October 5, 2024
LLWC Fall Pre Release Available
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Artist of the Month
Meet Peg Goodwin and view her oil painting all month at Laurentide. She'll do a meet and greet October 12 from 3-5, so join us for a glass of wine as you peruse her lovely local themed works! Bonus musical treat in store as well so make an afternoon of it at Laurentide!
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
International Eastern Wine Competition 2024
Gold Winners this fall at Laurentide!
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Vineyard Tour?
Best time to tour our vines is NOW. 1 hour private tour/ $50/person. Email when you are available, and we'll try to match your schedule! Use our CONTACT tab and we'll get back to you ASAP...
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Last Rosé of Summer this September
We celebrate our Risqué Rosé all month! Stop in for a summer wine that lasts all year long...
Sunday, September 1, 2024
September Operating Hours
Starting 9/1/24 we resume 7 days a week. Sundays will be 12-5. All other days 12-6.
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Cellar Wine 2024
Annual August Cellar sales wrapping up this August! Stop by for some lovely wines to round out your verticals....
Saturday, August 24, 2024
Last S Blanc Case Special
Governor's Cup Winner of Best White Vinifera, Best of Class, Gold winner S Blanc 2022. Stop by this month for a savage deal....
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Going Going Gone!
Last cases of our award winning S Blanc 2021 are on the floor now and will be sold out soon! If you want some, please order online to ship or stop in today to pickup and save even more...
Thursday, August 1, 2024
SEASON OF SAUVIGNON
Celebrate Season of Sauvignon this month with 2 Blancs: S Blanc 21 and 22!. NOTE: Fume Blanc 21 SOLD OUT! Last month for these seasonal specials. Case specials online and at the tasting room!
Thursday, August 1, 2024
WEEKLY CASE SPECIAL!
Pinot Gris 2022 is a WEEKLY CASE SPECIAL 1st week of August so don't miss online or at the tasting room. Stop by for a taste and a case!
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Artist of the Month
Stephanie Schlatter work on site for purchase.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
NEW RELEASES!
Chardonnay 2021 and Fume Blanc 2022 released this month at the tasting room only!
Saturday, June 1, 2024
GRADUATE to PREMIUM WINES THIS JUNE!
Great deals on bottles AND cases this June as we focus on our PREMIUM lineup. From Fume Blanc to Reserve Chardonnay on the white side to 2 vintages of Pinot Noir and 3 of Reserve Meritage on the red side, you'll be able to try 8 different oaked aged vintages of PREMIUM wines in flights or by the glass. This month we offer a special discount if you purchase a full case of ANY PREMIUM WINES, mixed or solid, so make a visit to the tasting room as these are only available for pickup!
Saturday, June 1, 2024
SPRITZER SATURDAZE
Rock your wine world with uniquely Laurentide wine cocktails each Saturday. Try delights like Lavender Glacial Spritzer or Meritage Margarita concocted by our own Zach, assistant manager.
Friday, May 31, 2024
LLWC SPRING RELEASE ENDS
The LLWC Spring release pickups and shipping have been essentially completed. IF you didn't receive your wine, please let us know as soon as possible and we'll update your information to get wine boxed and sent ASAP. Thank you to ALL members who picked up their wine or updated shipping information to make this as smooth as possible. We truly hope you enjoy the 2 wines, Risque Rose 2023 and Fume Blanc 2022 as much as we do! Cheers from all at Laurentide
Friday, May 17, 2024
Happy Hour at Takoi!
As part of Michigan Wine Week, we’re happy to host Laurentide Wines from Leelanau, MI! Join us on the patio from 4-7pm for a mixer with owners Susan and Bill, as they showcase some of their favorite wines, curated to pair with dishes from our kitchen. Taste through the lineup or purchase glass pours throughout the night. Laurentide wines will be available by the glass during dinner service all weekend, as well. *In the case of inclement weather, Laurentide will be taking over our private room for a more intimate tasting experience.
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
LLWC SPRING RELEASE PICKUP EXTENDED
Extended club pickup this spring. We'll start shipping midmonth unless you have made contact with us regarding shipping OR holding your club longer. Please visit us! We love to see you and show off everything on the menu....
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
My Life in Recipes
The Roadhouse is so excited to welcome back Jewish cuisine expert and longtime friend, Joan Nathan, for an unforgettable evening on Tuesday, May 7th! We will celebrate the release of her latest cookbook, My Life in Recipes: Food, Family, and Memories, in which Joan shares stories and recipes from her own family history. A tour de force of Jewish cooking, Joan is a James Beard Award-winning cookbook author (and a University of Michigan grad). Touted the “queen of American Jewish cooking” (Houston Chronicle), Joan is about to release her most personal book yet, in which she uses recipes that look back at her family’s history— their arrival in America from Germany; her childhood in postwar New York and Rhode Island; her years in Paris, New York, Israel, and Washington, DC. This highly-anticipated work offers over 100 recipes, including some newly released dishes, two of which will be featured at this dinner! Wine-lovers will have an option to enjoy the four-course meal with expertly paired selections from Laurentide Winery’s exquisite collection. Susan and Bill Braymer (also University of Michigan grads) will talk us through how their New World wines highlight the flavors of Joan’s Old World dishes. We are thrilled to welcome their expertise for what will be a night to remember! Do not miss this event, as we welcome back our friends Joan Nathan and the Braymers from Laurentide Winery! See less Ann Arbor, Michigan
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Artist of the Month Reception
You are invited to meet and mingle with the May Artist of the Month, Jan Price. An accomplished pastel artist with an up north palette, she'll be displaying her works this May at the Laurentide Winery tasting room. Custom works available. Drop by Saturday and find out how she can enhance your life... Meet, mingle and enjoy wine by the glass paired with fine artisanal cheeses!
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
MAY IS MAGNUM MONTH
WHY BIG BOTTLES? LET'S REVIEW SHALL WE....
We bottled 2 sizes of these wines so you can drink standard bottles earlier and SAVE the magnums which age more slowly due to volume/air/cork ratios. 2020 vintages were produced in a variety of new French barrels of unparalleled pedigree chosen to maximize the expression of our Leelanau fruit and style with an elegant European touch. So, put the big babies to bed; full expression will take years and the flavor profiles will be delicious to uncork but can be opened AND decanted NOW to speed up the process and make drinking very palatable!
Magnums are a fantastic format for parties, celebrations, special events and are just great fun! You too can be “the host with the most” while you educate and entertain…
Double bottles are a little “greener” with less packaging and glass to recycle. Be a packaging hero!
So now courtesy of Laurentide special pricing, you too can
BUY BIG AND GO HOME!
Saturday, April 27, 2024
aMaizing Release Party
Join us and Susan and Bill Braymer, owners of Laurentide Winery, as we celebrate the release of their newest blend duo, aMaizing White and aMaizing Red! Come by to try these two delicious dry wines — named to pay homage to the Braymers' alma mater and the great state of Michigan — and chat with Susan and Bill. For $10, get 2 oz. pours of each of the new wines + a $5 bottle credit toward any Laurentide wine in stock. aMaizing wines also available to enjoy by the glass or bottle. No registration necessary — just drop in to participate! aMaizing White The 1st ever aMaizing White 2022 vintage is our proprietary blend from our estate vineyard in Lake Leelanau Michigan. This versatile lovely fragrant and fruity dry white wine can be paired with a variety of foods or simply enjoyed by the glass! (Triple gold award winner) aMaizing Red The 1st ever aMaizing Red 2022 vintage is our proprietary blend from our estate vineyard in Lake Leelanau Michigan. This versatile lovely red, ripe with berry fruit and just a touch of oak, can be paired with dinner or simple enjoyed by the glass! See less Auburn Hills, Michigan
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
LLWC SPRING RELEASE!
Wine club pre release available now! Please stop in and pickup your wine!
Monday, April 1, 2024
April Hours
Laurentide open 4 days a week this April, Wednesdays through Saturday 12-5. Drop in for "Wine Down Wednesdays" and "Thirsty Thursdays" for some new weekday specials starting this spring!
Friday, March 1, 2024
SPRING FORTH
Laurentide celebrates the arrival of spring with a BLANC trio special! ANY trio combo of our Sauvignon Blanc 21, 22 and Fume Blanc 2021 for $49! At the tasting room only. No limit/ no further discounts.
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Red Wine Case Specials
Celebrate the month of love with the last rotating RED WINE CASE SPECIALS! End the month with Emergence Red 2021 for $165 and complimentary shipping! Or visit the tasting room and save more...
Thursday, February 1, 2024
A Month of Love
Celebrate the month of love with rotating RED WINE CASE SPECIALS! Starting with aMaizing Red 2022 for $165 and complimentary shipping!
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Valentine's and Beyond
Celebrate the romance all month with red wine specials...
Thursday, February 1, 2024
WINETER SPECIAL Buy 2 Get 1 tasting room only
Tasting room only all WINETER! Stop by for a trio gift that you can customize with any wines on the menu! We have great gift boxes with bows all ready for gift giving! No limit to the trios so you can stock up for the ‘Wineter’!
Friday, January 5, 2024
aMaizing News!
TRIPLE GOLD and BEST OF CLASS at the Dan Berger International Wine Competition for our aMaizing White 2022!
Friday, December 15, 2023
aMaizing Wines
2 new wines join our menu online: aMaizing White 2022 and aMaizing Red 2022!
aMaizing White: The 1st ever aMaizing White 2022 vintage is our proprietary blend from our estate vineyard in Lake Leelanau Michigan. A tip of the hat to our alma mater as well as the great state of Michigan, this versatile lovely fragrant and fruity dry white wine can be paired with a variety of foods or simply enjoyed by the glass!
aMaizing Red: The 1st ever aMaizing Red 2022 vintage is our proprietary blend from our estate vineyard in Lake Leelanau Michigan. A tip of the hat to our alma mater as well as the great state of Michigan, this versatile lovely red, ripe with berry fruit and just a touch of oak, can be paired with dinner or simple enjoyed by the glass! It's aMaizing!
Cheers and GO BLUE!I
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Season of Thanks Comes Round Again!
Check out our WEEKLY CASE SPECIALS available online to ship or even better deals at the tasting room to pickup. Wonderful wines to pair with the best meal of the year!
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
FALL IN LOVE RED SPECIAL!
Our FALL IN LOVE RED SPECIAL continues this November so you can stock up on lovely red wines for the holidaze to come....Discounts available on 4 bottles or cases at the tasting room or online to ship!
Sunday, October 1, 2023
LLWC FALL 2023 PICKUP
PICKUPS available October 1-October 31.
3 dry and frankly amazing wines!
Please note the spelling on the aMaizing wines. Yes, this is an honor and tip of the hat to our alma mater and the fact that our Michigan estate wine is amazing!
Bill and I have endeavored for years to create new wines from our vineyards and believe these represent some of the best we have to offer. These aMaizing wines are proprietary cuvées that are 100 % dry estate blends. In keeping with our philosophy of offering the best to our LLWC members, we have chosen these 3 higher end wines for
FALL 2023, our 21st wine club pre-release!
CHEERS
from Laurentide
Susan & Bill Braymer
PLEASE NOTE:
Shipping will commence in November.
Thank you!
Friday, September 1, 2023
September Small Plates
Enjoy a 4 course, prix fixe menu featuring Laurentide wines. The September menu celebrates our Anniversary month with both new and favorite pairings on the menu featuring hints of the coming harvest and the last blast of summer fruits. We celebrate the final days of the SEASON OF SAUVIGNON with our flagship wine Sauvignon Blanc 2021. Full menu and table reservations online...
Friday, September 1, 2023
September Calendar of Events
September 1-30: 11th Anniversary- Laurentide celebrates all month at the tasting room. Stop by for fabulous specials at the tasting room
September 1-30: September Small Plates- by reservation only. We celebrate our anniversary with end of summer flavors with hints of harvest to come
September 1-30: Sauvignon Blanc Wine of the Month at Zingerman's Roadhouse- it's the Roadhouse Anniversary and our dearest partner since our own opening so it's a fitting celebration for us both
September 2: National Bacon Day- Everything's better with bacon. Try our Maple Bacon Shortbread in the Gourmet Grabs refrigerator
September 4: National Spice Blend Day- we got you covered with our house blend "Herb de Laurentide" or "Garden Basil Salt"
September 4: Labor Day- CLOSED
September 5: National Cheese Pizza Day- celebrate with Emergence Red, a perfect pairing
September 7: National Salami Day- since the Romans, we've enjoyed salami both cured and uncured, try some with a great dry red
September 9: National Wiener Schnitzel Day- an Austrian veal delight that you can pair with a dry Riesling
September 15: National Linguine Day- invented 400 years ago and still beloved. Try it with a clam white wine sauce...
September 16: Wine Lunch at Michigan By The Bottle Auburn Hills- Make a reservation to enjoy a small plates style event pairings prepared by Susan
September 17: National Monte Cristo Day- fancy name for grilled ham and cheese inspired by the French croque monsier but oh elevate your sandwich with brie and toast with a great dry wine like Pinot Gris
September 22: National White Chocolate Day- for a sweet finish, make a lemon white chocolate dessert to pair with dessert wine Glacial Ice
September 23: Autumnal Equinox- 1st day of fall and one of two days all year when all points on Earth except the polar regions see the sunrise and set at due east and due west giving us 12 hours light and dark
September 24: National Cherries Jubilee Day- Escoffier receives the credit for the Cherries Jubilee recipe. Use Apera not brandy to set your dessert on fire...
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
AUGUST CELLAR SALES
Join us this month for our annual CELLAR SALES! We pull library vintages from our cellar to taste and purchase to complete your collection of verticals. 1st come 1st serve and some are guaranteed to sell out....
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
August Small Plates
A very special month for small plates as we pair CELLAR wines selected for delightful 4 course pairings so you can experience aged wines available for purchase!
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
WHY WE CELLAR WINE
At Laurentide our tag line has been WINE IS HISTORY. That means alot to us. Every August we do Cellar Sales and we include this writeup so customers understand what cellaring is and how it is meaningful to us. We hope you read and appreciate too. Cheers from Susan and Bill
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Cellar Wine 2023 Slideshow
The August Cellar Wines are available for sale. Please stop by to taste a few selected wines from this lineup in a special CELLAR FLIGHT. Bottles available for all these wines currently and cases available for some. This is 1st come 1st serve. Don't miss the chance to complete your verticals this month- from our cellar to yours.... Cheers from Laurentide!
Saturday, July 1, 2023
July Small Plates
LAURENTIDE SMALL PLATE PARTY------------ Minimum booking 3 day advance notice please.
Small Plates at Laurentide is a relaxed party where you and your guests learn about and enjoy 4 food and wine sets, a wine cocktail and a wine tasting interlude over the course of 1-1.5 hours. Our menus are uniquely crafted, rotate seasonally, are terroir appropriate, use local/own ingredients; with servings prepared in house and plated in ample proportions. We provide table service for each course, a small description of the food at presentation and 3 oz wine pairings each in succession. The 4-course prix fixe ticket price is $50 plus 20% gratuity equal to $60 per person paid in advance. Minimum 2, maximum 4 per party.
Cancellation fee is $25 if less than 24-hour notice.
JULY SMALL PLATE MENU
Ruby Sipper Cocktail
1st Course:
Maize Gazpacho
Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc 2021
2nd Course:
Roasted Strawberry Salad Wine Pairing:
Emergence Red 2021
3rd Course:
Pork Tenderloin w Cherry Compote
Wine Pairing:
Reserve Meritage 2018
Wine Interlude
4th Course:
White Chocolate Mousse
Wine Pairing:
Apera
Please check back for seasonal updates. Subject to change and availability. Blackout/booked updated on reservation site. Thank you for understanding.
Thursday, June 1, 2023
June Small Plates
LAURENTIDE SMALL PLATE PARTY------------ Minimum booking 3 day advance notice.
Small Plates at Laurentide is a relaxed party where you and your guests learn about and enjoy 4 food and wine sets, a wine cocktail and a wine tasting interlude over the course of 1-1.5 hours. Our menus are uniquely crafted, rotate seasonally, are terroir appropriate, use local/own ingredients; with servings prepared in house and plated in ample proportions. We provide table service for each course, a small description of the food at presentation and 3 oz wine pairings each in succession. The 4-course prix fixe ticket price is $50 plus 20% gratuity equal to $60 per person paid in advance. Minimum 2, maximum 4 per party.
Cancellation fee is $25 if less than 24-hour notice.
JUNE SMALL PLATE MENU
Ruby Sipper Cocktail
1st Course:
Floral Chevre w Honey and Toast
Wine Pairing: Bubble de Bubble Trouble 2021
2nd Course:
Fresh Spring Pea Soup w Mint
Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc 2021
3rd Course:
Cilantro Lime Chicken
Wine Pairing: Reserve Chardonnay 2020
Wine Interlude
4th Course:
Rhubarb Fool
Wine Pairing: Emergence Red 2021
Please check back for seasonal updates. Subject to change and availability. Blackout/booked updated on reservation site. Thank you for understanding.
Sunday, May 14, 2023
Mothers Day Bubble Lunch
A la carte pairings with great bubble by the glass! Make Mom feel special and spend your afternoon at a Laurentide lunch....
Saturday, April 29, 2023
LLWC SPRING Wine Club Pickup Party!
Our latest release and a pickup party to make it even better! All active members invited for an afternoon of new wines available only to club members. Interested? Join today....online or at the tasting room!
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Easter Bubble Lunch
Hop over for a Bubble Lunch at Laurentide!
Thursday, April 6, 2023
SPRING FORTH this April
April 6-Tasting room schedule open Thursday-Monday 12-5
April 6-Spring Small Plates reservations available
April 7-Good Friday catch a great white wine for your fish dinner
April 9-Easter Sunday All Day Bubble Brunch! Reservations recommended
April 15-Join us at MBTB Auburn Hills for Naked vs Oaked Chardonnay tasting
April 22-Earth Day! Come taste some terroir…
April 29-LLWC Spring Pickup Party for members returns for an all day celebration of pre releases!
Friday, February 10, 2023
SPRING SMALL PLATES
LAURENTIDE SMALL PLATE PARTY Accepting reservations now for tables starting in April! Minimum booking 3 day advance notice.---------- Small Plates at Laurentide is a relaxed party where you and your guests learn about and enjoy 4 food and wine sets, a wine cocktail and a wine tasting interlude over the course of 1-1.5 hours. Our menus are uniquely crafted, rotate seasonally, are terroir appropriate, use local/own ingredients; with servings prepared in house and plated in ample proportions. We provide table service for each course, a small description of the food at presentation and 3 oz wine pairings each in succession. The 4-course prix fixe ticket price is $50 plus 20% gratuity equal to $60 per person paid in advance. Minimum 2, maximum 4 per party. Small Plate Bottle Discount given on any regular price wine. Cancellation fee is $25 if less than 24-hour notice. ---------- Spring Small Plate Menu 2023 ---------- Ruby Sipper cocktail ---------- 1st Course: Spinach Salad w Warm Bacon Honey Vinaigrette Wine Pairing: Emergence White 2020 ---------- 2nd Course: Roasted Asparagus Soup w Rosemary croutons Wine Pairing: Fume Blanc 2020 ---------- 3rd Course: Tomatillo Shrimp w Grits Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc 2021 ---------- Wine Interlude ---------- 4th Course: Lemon Lavender Posset Wine Pairing: Glacial Ice ————————————- Please check back for seasonal updates. Subject to change and availability. Blackout/blocked: April 1-3, April 15-16. Thank you for understanding. Please call (231) 994-2147 or email info@laurentidewinery.com for more details.
Saturday, January 28, 2023
CHILI CHILLY WEEKEND!
EMBRACE THE CHILL and ENJOY THE CHILI! WHITE BEAN CHICKEN CHILI, house made paired with any of our award winning GREAT WHITE WINES!
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
TRIPLE GOLD/BEST IN CLASS
Our 11th vintage Sauvignon Blanc 2021 wins very, very, very big!
Thursday, December 1, 2022
MAGNUM MANIA!
At the tasting room ONLY! Use coupon code: MAGNUMMANIA2022 to receive $20 off ANY magnum bottle through 12/31/2022
Monday, November 28, 2022
CYBER MONDAY SHIPPING SPECIAL
Complimentary shipping for LLWC members for 2,4 and 6 packs. Use code CYBER-LLWC
Friday, November 4, 2022
SEASON OF THANKS!
Want service not a circus? Tired of rushing from place to place? Join us to sit, sip, and savor. ExpLaurentide our wines, bites, cheeses and small plates this fall. We offer a special thank you for being a patron with BOTTLE BUCKS- an easy coupon to use when you purchase ANY flight 11/3-11/14. Take some time to be thankful this season. Cheers!
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
FALL FOR FUME!
We celebrate our delightful Fume Blanc 2020 this fall with tasting room specials by the bottle and case. We have you covered if you're shipping as well! After an incredible SEASON OF SAUVINGON this summer we say goodbye to our sold out Sauvignon Blanc 2020 and pivot to our Fume Blanc 20. This GOLD aromatic 92 point winner is an outstanding premium white worthy of any celebration....
Saturday, October 29, 2022
Blue vs Green
No matter which color your blood runs, we got you covered! Blue Green White or Maize!
Friday, October 14, 2022
NOVEMBER Small Plates
NOVEMBER SMALL PLATES
Love Our Food?
Love Our Wine?
Want service not a circus?
Reserve a table for November Small Plates Fridays through Mondays.
Our guided experience is a lovely lunch or delicious dinner for intimate groups who want to slow down and enjoy the fruits of the vineyard and the joys of the table.
Advance reservation only.
November Menu:
1. Roasted Butternut Bacon Bisque w Emergence White 2020
2. Autumn Salad, Sweet Potato Crotons & Maple Vinaigrette w Riesling 2019
3. Roasted Turkey & Sauce Forestiere on Smashed Potatoes w Chardonnay 2019
4. Cardamom Red Wine Poached Pear Cake w Emergence Red 2021
Saturday, October 1, 2022
LLWC FALL CLUB
Fall Wine Club wines are available for pickup all October. Shipping starts in November!
Saturday, October 1, 2022
OCTOBER Small Plates
LAURENTIDE SMALL PLATE PARTY:
Small Plates at Laurentide is a relaxed party where you and your guests learn about and enjoy 4 food and wine sets over the course of 1-1.5 hours. Our menus are uniquely crafted, rotate seasonally, are terroir appropriate, use local/own ingredients; with servings prepared in house and plated in ample proportions. We provide table service for each course, a small description of the food at presentation and 3 oz wine pairings each in succession. The 4-course prix fixe ticket price is $45 per person with an optional/additional $5 wine cocktail.
HOW TO BOOK SMALL PLATES:
1. Reserve 1 table online for a party up to 4, 2 tables for a maximum of 8.
2. Call 231 994 2147 to book and confirm your small plates party.
Food allergies and preferences can be discussed at this time.
A 3-day minimum advance notice is required.
Note: blackout dates: 10/1, 10/4-10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29. Please check back for updates.
OCTOBER MENU
Optional Wine Cocktail
1st Course:
House Foccacia and Baked Ricotta Dip
Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc 2020
2nd Course:
Green & Blue Salad w Pears, Spiced Nuts & Maple Vinaigrette Dressing
Wine Pairing: Bubble de Bubble 2019
3rd Course:
Black Bean Pinot Noir Steak Chili w Herbed Cornbread
Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir 2020
4th Course:
Pumpkin Pie Crème Brûlée
Wine Pairing: Glacial Ice
Subject to change and availability.
Thank you for understanding.
Thursday, August 25, 2022
SEASON OF SAUVIGNON Small Plates
LAURENTIDE SMALL PLATE PARTY:
SEPTEMBER SEASON OF SAUVIGNON
Small Plates at Laurentide is a relaxed party where you and your guests learn about and enjoy 4 food and wine sets over the course of 1-1.5 hours. Our menus are uniquely crafted, rotate seasonally, are terroir appropriate, use local/own ingredients; with servings prepared in house and plated in ample proportions. We provide table service for each course, a small description of the food at presentation and 3 oz wine pairings each in succession. The 4-course prix fixe ticket price is $45 per person with an optional/additional $5 wine cocktail.
HOW TO BOOK SMALL PLATES:
1. Reserve 1 table online for a party up to 4, 2 tables for a maximum of 8.
2. Call 231 994 2147 to book and confirm your small plates party.
Food allergies and preferences can be discussed at this time.
A 3-day minimum advance notice is required.
Note: blackout periods: September 1-8, September 21-23. Please check back for updates.
NEW!!! SEPTEMBER MENU
Optional Wine Cocktail
1st Course:
Watermelon Gazpacho
Wine Pairing: Risqué Rose 2021
2nd Course:
Greens w Creamy Blueberry Chèvre Vinaigrette
Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc 2020
3rd Course:
Roasted Chicken Shallots and Grapes
Wine Pairing: Reserve Chardonnay 2020
4th Course:
Cherry Clafoutis
Wine Pairing: Apera
Subject to change and availability.
Thank you for understanding.
Monday, August 1, 2022
Why We Cellar Wines?
Personal Note on cellaring vintages...
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Westside Farmers Market Schedule
Visit LAURENTIDE
at the
Westside Farmers Market
in Ann Arbor! Located conveniently in Zingerman's Roadhouse Restaurant parking lot!
Can't make it up north this season?
No worries, I bring the wine to you.
If you need something special,
email or phone 231 994 2147
the day ahead for pickup at the market on the following Thursdays listed below. Enjoy some entertainment, get your wine and fresh veggies and all sorts of food for dinner
all in one spot while supporting local...
Cheers & Thank You!
July 28
August 11
August 25
September 8
September 22
October 6
Monday, July 25, 2022
Pre-Sales Week Super Seller Cellar Sales!
Annual Cellar Sale Guidelines for 2022: • Prices at tasting room only/ No online sales • Club members may call to pre-order and pre-pay July 25 - July 31 (231) 994 2147 • Club members must be active to enjoy club prices • No further discounts on listed prices • 1st come is 1st serve/ unable to hold bottles without payment • General sales open August 1/ close August 31 • $22 Flat ship rate 1-11 bottles • Complimentary case shipping • Special Cellar Flights will be available for tasting this year! Taste HISTORY IN A GLASS!!!
Saturday, June 18, 2022
Celebrate International "Pique-nique" Day
Who doesn't love a "Pique-nique" where the wine and cheese is delivered to you to enjoy countryside? Join us at Laurentide Winery on Saturday and get a great deal on cheese and cracker picnic packs paired with our award winning wines! Bring Dad for a great cheese fix or surprise Dad day gift...
Friday, June 17, 2022
BIG BOTTLE BUCKS!
Love A Big Daddy? Love a Big Celebration? Love a Big Bottle? Then we have a Big Deal for you. This weekend only, $10 off coupon for Pinot Noir 2020, Reserve Chardonnay 2020 or Reserve Meritage 2020 MAGNUMS ONLY! Click button for more details and to get the coupon through FB emailed to you...
Friday, June 10, 2022
Ruby Sipper in the COCKTAIL COMPANION!
CELEBRATE our SEASON OF SAUVIGNON! Try a unique Laurentide concoction- our very own Sauvignon Blanc cocktail! It's delish and guaranteed to quench the deepest thirst! Again and again and again...
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Spring Small Plates 2022 UPDATE
LAURENTIDE SMALL PLATE PARTY:
Small Plates at Laurentide is a relaxed party where you and your guests learn about and enjoy 4 food and wine sets over the course of 1-1.5 hours. Our menus are uniquely crafted, rotate seasonally, are terroir appropriate; with servings prepared in house and plated in ample proportions.
2-8 people can be accommodated at one seating.
We provide table service for each course, a small description of the food at presentation and 3 oz wine pairings each in succession. NOTE: JUNE 19,20 unavailable. Check back for July schedule.
DETAILS AND COSTS:
The 4-course prix fixe ticket price is $45 per person..
Generally, a 3-day minimum advance notice is required for small plate parties.
1st reserve your table online (reserve 2 tables for parties over 4, up to 8).
This ensures your time slot.
Then call 231 994 2147 to reserve and confirm your small plates.
Food allergies and preferences can be discussed at this time.
Any extra wine by the glass, flights or regular price bottles at checkout desired by the guests would receive a Small Plates Party Discount.
SAMPLE SPRING 2022 MENU
SMALL PLATES AND WINE PAIRINGS:
1st Course:
Mixed Spring Greens w Bubble de Bubble Vinaigrette
Wine Pairing: Bubble de Bubble 2019
2nd Course:
Asparagus Soup
Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc 2020
3rd Course:
Braised Pork and Mushroom Medley Ragu on Polenta Cake
Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir 2020
4th Course:
Chocolate Pot de Crème w Apera Cherry Compote
Wine Pairing: Apera Dessert Wine
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
LLWC Spring Release
ALL. MONTH. LONG.
Due to popular demand, LLWC MEMBERS are invited to visit, taste and pickup their Spring Club Wines any open day in May.
We are extending our biyearly pre releases to our wonderful club members so that you have plenty of opportunities for relaxed, uncrowded tasting of 2 super new wines:
Risqué Rosé 2021
Fumé Blanc 2020
Shipping will commence in June
unless already directed.
SPECIAL REMINDER:
Thank you to all our members that pickup as this saves us a huge amount of work shipping
PLUS
saves you more money!
If you have no plans for a visit, just let us know. We'll ship to you asap. Please add on 6 wines from either the club selection or the regular menu to receive complimentary shipping on a case. Email your selections/upgrade to ensure there is no confusion at
info@laurentidewinery.com!
Susan & Bill Braymer & THE Laurentide Staff
Saturday, May 14, 2022
PC Club MAY UPDATE!
The wines are all in and we invite PC members to visit all May to pickup before shipping commences! Not a member? Please visit and find out where all the fun really is....
Sunday, May 8, 2022
Munch and Mumosas!
Happy Mum Day at Laurentide! We've expanded the traditional brunch into an ALL day affair so you don’t have to stress out on a time table and can visit as desired. Celebrate yourself, your mom or anyone who has a mom. That covers it! A variety of custom small plate "Quichey" squares will be available to munch. They are prepared in house, are GF and 'butt naked' meaning there is no crust, just pure filling ingredients, plated over a polenta wedge! $5 Enjoy with 3 custom in-house “Mumosas” prepared with fresh juice... $5 Table reservations highly recommended to guarantee a table seating! Walk-ins as available. 12-5 Sunday May 8 2022.
Sunday, May 1, 2022
SEASON OF SAUVIGNON!
This year, 2022 is our 10th anniversary year at the tasting room. To honor our 100% estate flagship grape in both its finished forms, we’ll be celebrating “Season of Sauvignon” all summer starting off with Michigan Wine Month in May...
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
Ukraine Donation
Help Ukraine with a donation to UNICEF with any amount. Additionally, Laurentide continues to donate 10% of any online purchases. Thank you from the heart!
Saturday, March 19, 2022
This Spring: Tasting Room Servers Needed
Job Description Position: Tasting Room Server Start Date: May Shift: 15-20 hours per week Duties: Expedite our wine service & create a compelling wine experience. Click Tasting Room Server button to read full description. To apply, click Explore Job Opportunities under the Contact Us tab. Thank you!
Thursday, March 17, 2022
PC CLUB
UPDATE: Pinot Noir 2020 and Reserve Chardonnay 2020 available for PC Club members to pickup now through April!
Monday, February 28, 2022
Ukraine Donation
Effective immediately and until further notice, Laurentide winery will be donating 10% of the proceeds from all online orders to UNICEF to directly benefit the Ukrainian population under siege against Putin and his Russian invasion.
We do not have strong enough words to express our outrage at this war and hold dear in our hearts the Ukrainian civilians including children battling against authoritarianism. It is with deepest sadness but strongest resolve to not let history repeat itself in Europe or anywhere on this dear blue planet, that we decide to help in our very small way. Choose CLICK AND PICKUP or BUY WINE TO SHIP orders. Check back, we'll update our donation status.
Thank you
Susan and Bill Braymer
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Tuesday, February 8, 2022
2022 International Eastern Wine Competition
The results are in and again, Laurentide has lots of BIG winners! From Best of Classes and 99 point front runners, through Double Gold, Gold and Silver! Take a look at the tally....
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Fall 2021 Small Plates Menu News
Enjoy Laurentide wine and small plates prepared for the beautiful Fall season 2021. Sip and savor 4 courses while watching the colors change outside or inside fireside when the weather turns.... Call 231 994 2147 to reserve. Read the attached for details.
Sunday, July 11, 2021
Bubbles n Brass
Join us Sunday July 11, 2-4 outdoors on the Laurentide lawn for wine and a jam session with 2 Brothers Quartet jazz group: The Two Brothers quartet is made up of brothers-in-law, Justin Sarns on saxophone and Ryan McGee on drums. Joining them is Frank Thomas on bass and a guest pianist. Join us to hear classics from the American Song Book, Jazz and Latin Jazz Standards as well as funk tunes from the 20th century. Free music, special 1 day, any glass of Laurentide Bubble de Bubble… $5! Come for the wine, enjoy the music. Come for the music, enjoy the wine! Cheese picnics and a variety of Bite Flights available as all wines by the glass.… continued
Sunday, May 9, 2021
MOM’S ALL DAY MUNCH
MOM’s All Day Munch No reservations required but requested to guarantee a table. 12-5 Sunday May 9 2021. We’re spreading out the traditional brunch into an all day affair so you don’t have to stress out and can munch on your timetable. Celebrate yourself, your mom or anyone who has a mom. That covers it. Choice of 3 different “quichey” concoctions: $10 1. “Hot and Spicy Meaty Momma” - crumbled hot Italian sausage combined with diced herbed tomatoes, whole milk and blended Italian cheeses... 2. “Leafy Green Goddess” - spinach, kale and Swiss chard baby greens blended with Queso fresco and cream cheese... 3. “No Truffle at all Mushroom” - a sauté of mushrooms and alliums mixed with Gruyere and cream... All Laurentide “Quicheys” are prepared in house, are GF and butt naked meaning there is no crust, just pure filling ingredients, served as wedges plated on a creamy polenta puddle with a citrus garnish. Enjoy with any “Mumosa”- $5 1. Bubble de Bubble Mumosa- on the drier side 2. Bubble de Bubble Trouble Mumosa- on the sweeter side 3. Bubble de Bubble Rose- on the pinker side OR Enjoy with any glass of our Rose wines special all day $5!
Thursday, April 1, 2021
OUTDOOR TASTING REOPENS
Happy April 1st- And no foolin, we're OPEN for OUTDOOR tasting on the patio. Reserve A Table OR just drop in. Now daily 12-5 Thursday-Monday, 12-6 Friday and Saturday! Cheers from Laurentide staff waiting to serve you safely.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
LLWC Member Brochure Updated for 2021
Love our Wine? If so, think about the benefits of a Laurentide Lovers Wine Club membership! 2 releases a year. The details are described fully. Just click the button or sign up online under the Wine tab....
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
International Eastern Wine Competition 2021
2021 International Eastern Wine Competition (East Meets West)
Santa Rosa, CA February 23, 2021
CAB Cellars, LLC
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Sauvignon Blanc Leelanau Peninsula Estate Best of Class 91
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Pinot Gris Leelanau Peninsula Estate Best of Class 92
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Riesling Leelanau Peninsula Estate Gold 93
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Sauvignon Blanc Leelanau Peninsula Estate Gold 91
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Pinot Gris Leelanau Peninsula Estate Gold 92
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Chardonnay Leelanau Peninsula Estate unoaked Silver
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Fume Blanc Leelanau Peninsula Estate Silver
2019 LAURENTIDE WINERY Sweet Riesling Leelanau Peninsula Estate Silver
Monday, March 1, 2021
COVID update
COVID update
3/1/2021
What Laurentide Is Doing in MARCH:
We will continue with no changes to our policy of RETAIL SALES ONLY for the rest of MARCH. We very much appreciate your support through online sales both for shipping and Click and Pickup. We continue to have walk-in bottle sales Friday-Monday where you can purchase our weekly wine special or any other wines on your wish list. You may start to make reservations on our online Reserve A Table system starting in MARCH for the patio in APRIL. Until then, please stay safe: social distance and wear your mask.
Why We Do What We Do:
As stated in the past, the health of our employees and customers is paramount in our decision and is not taken lightly. This airborne virus and the new highly transmissible variant can only be subdued through mutual cooperation and vigilance. Open face indoor tasting will continue to contribute to the problem of pandemic spread and therefore we will not participate.
What Laurentide Is Doing in APRIL:
We anticipate open air tasting OUTSIDE starting April 1 on our patio and then on our lawn as soon as is feasible as a function of Michigan weather! You may begin to make reservations on our online Reserve A Table system restarting in MARCH for the patio in APRIL. Until then, please stay safe: social distance and wear your mask.
Thank you again for your patronage- it means the world to us.
Susan and Bill Braymer Laurentide
Monday, February 8, 2021
Tasting Room Assistant Manager
POSITION FILLED -THANK YOU!
Click Explore Job Opportunities under the Contact Us tab. Thank you!
Monday, February 8, 2021
Job Opportunity Coming This Spring: Tasting Room Greeter
To apply, click Explore Job Opportunities under Contact Us tab. Thank you!
Monday, February 1, 2021
COVID update
COVID update
2/1/2021
On February 1, MDHHS allows dining services to reopen across the state of Michigan including indoor tasting room seating in limited capacities.
What Laurentide Is Doing:
We will continue with no changes to our policy of RETAIL SALES ONLY. We very much appreciate your support through online sales both for shipping and Click and Pickup. We continue to have walk-in bottle sales Friday-Monday where you can purchase our weekly wine special or any other wines on your wish list.
Why:
The health of our employees and customers is paramount in our decision and is not taken lightly. This airborne virus and the new highly transmissible variant can only be subdued through mutual cooperation and vigilance. Open face indoor tasting will continue to contribute to the problem of pandemic spread and therefore we will not participate.
When:
We anticipate open air tasting outside on our patio and lawn as soon as is feasible as a function of Michigan weather. Until then, please stay safe: social distance and wear your mask.
Thank you again for your patronage- it means the world to us.
Susan and Bill Braymer Laurentide
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
HOLIDAZE Gift Packs ALL December
ALL DECEMBER LONG...
As we celebrate the HOLIDAZE safely at home, you can still gift friends, family and treat yourselves to the fruits of Michigan wine from Laurentide!
We'll keep this short and to the point.
Laurentide will resume MIDWEEK and WEEKEND case deals next year. This month we invite you to support local and family owned businesses with 4 specially priced offerings curated to satisfy all palates and budgets:
LAURENTIDE HOLIDAZE GIFT PACKS!
Saturday, November 14, 2020
WEEKEND Case Special & FREE Shipping!
Every week and midweek, we celebrate one of our wines on our menu. Please check them out and get wine shipped complimentary to you OR choose CLICK and PICKUP if you are local. This weekend is our Pinot Noir Rose 2019 and a BONUS recipe! Thank you for your patronage.
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Tasting Room Sales ONLY
SALES ONLY EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY. Read our complete announcement attached. Please note our hours and days open and policies are subject to change without notice. Keep up to date on our website, FB or Google. Thank you Susan and Bill Braymer 10/29/2020
Thursday, October 1, 2020
COVID POLICY Update 10/20
COVID POLICY Update 10/20 Please understand our policies to enjoy your visit to Laurentide! MASKS are MANDATORY over nose/mouth unless you are seated. This is unchanged since reopening the tasting room and will remain until further notice......
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
September Bubble Bash
Remember when the tasting room looked like this? Well maybe not, but we sure do. That was 10 years ago before remodeling... In honor of all the work to get to today, we CELEBRATE our TASTING ROOM OPENING SEPTEMBER 2012 all month long this September with a BUBBLE BASH! We introduce a brand new surprise Bubble and feature a trio of Laurentide Bubble wines paired with a brand new selection of curated artisanal cheeses hand picked to pair with bubble wine. Flights of wine and cheese available at special combo prices for our visitors every day on our covered patio or at our picnic tables in the sun on the lawn or under umbrellas. Join us and celebrate all month long!
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
Reserve A Table Update
UPDATE 7/15/2020 We like to over communicate (is that possible?!?) at Laurentide to keep our customers fully updated. Since reopening we continue expanding our services: ON THE PATIO Enjoy Wine by the bottle as well as Wine by the glass and Wine flights on the patio. Tables are limited and are 1st come 1st serve. BRAND NEW We debut our Reserve A Table limited appointment tasting for starting this weekend! Visit our website and click on the gold button, Reserve A Table which can be accessed up to 1 hour before any open slot. It’s very simple to use and doesn’t require you to choose any wines or combination of services before hand. Parties up to 4 can Reserve A Table and enjoy any of the above options along with cheese and cracker picnic packs. Please note there is a refundable table deposit and a no show cancellation fee. SAFETY We continue to be very cautious and conservative in all our policies. Masks must be worn on the premises except when seated at tables for service. Please be prompt as we limit our table reservations to 30 minute time slots ensuring adequate time for cleaning and reducing exposure. We appreciate your cooperation.
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
We Believe July Update
In May, we published our philosophy regarding safely operating a business during a pandemic. I attach it again and although we have reopened at about 25% capacity, as I reread my words, I feel an update today is necessary as we enter our 15th week adapting to the evolving problems caused by this virus. Although we have expanded our tasting room to singular indoor tables by reservation and hope to continue if not expand that seating, we realize that reality might be in fact reversed if the confirmed numbers continue to rise in Michigan and in the Leelanau/Grand Traverse region. We thank all our customers for respecting our rules of wearing a mask, waiting their turn when we are busy and being patient with all our slower processes. Our outdoor seating and weather on the patio has been a true highlight of a rather dismal season and we are grateful for nature's cooperation! We look forward to confirmation of an expanded outdoor service permit for picnic table style seating so we can utilize the entire great meadow vineyard space and allow everyone to breathe easier while enjoying our great wine in the lovely outdoor space attached to our tasting room. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the online orders from our MidWeek and Weekend Case Specials that help to float us through these treacherous waters. We continue our donations to United Way for Southeastern Michigan as they continue to be desperately needed. Thank you for helping us do this. Until, more news, take care, be safe and vigilant and cheers from all at Laurentide.
Friday, May 22, 2020
UP NORTH REOPENS
We are very happy to announce
Laurentide is reopening our tasting room as per
Executive Order 2020-91 starting this Friday,
May 22 12-5!
Visit us Thursdays-Mondays 12-5 pm until further notice.
We welcome you back to our tasting room following our SAFETY 1ST POLICIES and SALES 3 WAYS:
SAFETY 1ST POLICIES:
Our maximum occupancy will be 25% capacity and will be controlled at entry.
Masks are required to be worn except if seated at outdoor patio tables.
We are allowing bottle sales for consumption on the patio outside.
We are not pouring tastings or wine by the glass.
We will accept credit cards only. No signatures are required to minimize contact.
We reserve the right to refuse service for safety violations.
Our policies and procedures will be posted and updated.
SALES 3 WAYS:
1. CLICK AND PICKUP NOW- prepaid orders available for scheduled curbside pickup or parking lot delivery.
2. Walk in/take out wine sales to go.
3. Bottle sales for outside patio tables only.
Thank you
so very much for your patronage and patience as we adapt our tasting room to the new reality. This is a first step in a long road. We are optimistic that if we ALL cooperate, we can expand operations and will adapt to a higher quality of service than ever before. We anticipate future appointment tasting, flights, small plates, expanded days/hours and more when we are confident of our ability to execute safely.
Cheers!
Susan and Bill Braymer
Thursday, May 14, 2020
We Believe
Mid May Update: Our continuing philosophy regarding COVID 19 and its implications.... As we enter our 8th week of shutdown, we work incessantly in the background trying to bring the best wine to your door. Thank you to our many club members who participated in the all ship SPRING CLUB RELEASE winding down these last few days. All the wines are available for you, our most valued customers. Just contact us if you have any questions. For locals and visitors to the area that need wine to complement the day, our current policy is prepaid pickups. Use the CLICK AND PICKUP NOW button on our website to schedule your timeslot for contactless pickup at the tasting room 5 afternoons a week.
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Mid Week Premium White Case Special &Complimentary Shipping!
Love Fume Blanc? Mid Week Premium Case Special features our GOLD winning 95 point new release, Fume Blanc 2018! Best price this year.... until Friday
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
POSTPONED Spring in Laurentide Sip and Supper Series Returns
Our Sip and Supper Series returns to sate Spring fever's desire for soul satisfying seasonal foods and the Laurentide wines to match! Choose from 8 Friday and Saturday suppers throughout the month of May. Online reservations are open up to 24 hours in advance and are limited to a maximum of 16 in a party. Seating starts at 4pm, doors close for last seating at 6pm. Celebrate Michigan Wine Month this May at Laurentide! (Reservations may be available the day of. Please call 231 994 2147 to inquire.) $40 / person 4 course prix fixe menu prepared in house Click link for tickets and menu description.
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
MidWeek Red Case Special
Love Red Wine? This is the special for you plus 10% of the proceeds will be donated to the COVID 19 Community Response Fund United Way for Southeast Michigan. We can make a difference together. Thank you!
Friday, April 10, 2020
Easter Weekend Case Special & Complimentary Shipping
Easter Weekend Case Special and Complimentary Shipping! In CASE you NEED WINE? Our 3rd WEEKEND CASE SPECIAL features a deal you'll A-GRIS with from Laurentide: PINOT GRIS 2018! 12 bottles for $150!* Complimentary SHIPPING. Valid through Sunday 4/12 midnight.... All cases will ship Monday! Limit 2 cases per customer. No further discounts. * 10% Donation to unitedwaysem.org/covid-19-donation-page, our ongoing contribution to fight this pandemic. Thank you Susan & Bill Braymer Laurentide Please Share.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
COVID -19 Donation
Thank you to the customers who have responded so graciously to our Midweek Wine Specials AND Weekend Wine Specials. ANY and ALL Wine online orders will become part of our donation to COVID 19 Community Response Fund whereby Laurentide pledges 10% of the proceeds to support the needs in our state's hotspot: Detroit. We will continue these biweekly specials and hope you continue your generous response. With gratitude for your actions, Susan and Bill Braymer Laurentide
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
COVID-19 Special Announcement
Special Announcement*** Stop Whining Start "Wineing" Feeling helpless and frustrated about what to do while you’re sheltering at home? Well, we have a plan and wine plays a role! DONATIONS are always needed in times of crisis. Therefore, for ALL Wine Shipping Orders Received Laurentide will donate 10% of the proceeds. We have chosen COVID-19 Community Response Fund United Way of Southeastern Michigan, unitedwaysem.org/covid-19-donation-page working to support the vulnerable located in Michigan’s largest “hotspot”: Detroit and the greater metropolitan area as the benefactor. This will be in effect immediately and throughout the Michigan state of emergency. This means that ANY wine order from the ongoing Wine of the Month trio specials, to the Weekend Case Specials to ANY online order we receive, we will set aside 10% to donate. Also remember any online wine order over $160 AUTOMATICALLY QUALIFIES FOR FREE SHIPPING! Thank you for helping us help organizations doing lifesaving work, now and in all times of extreme need. Like to give more? Visit the new Michigan government coronavirus website to volunteer in all kinds of ways.... michigan.gov/fightcovid19 to find many more ways to help. ~Give till it hurts, that's when it helps~ Please share. Susan and Bill Braymer Laurentide
Sunday, March 22, 2020
ONLINE SALES ONLY
Our tasting room is closed. Please purchase wine online. Look for for Midweek Wine Specials AND Weekend Wine Specials in the upcoming weeks. Thank you for your support.
Sunday, March 15, 2020
North Bay Celtic Sounds Returns!
Celebrate the Celtic Way this March on 3/15 with local traditional music!
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Announcing the results of the 2020 International Eastern Wine Competition
6 Wines entered, 3 Gold, 3 Silver! Especially of note, our Fume Blanc 2018 wins Gold for the 1st time ever. The 1st and only Fume produced in Michigan. Cheers!
Saturday, January 11, 2020
Sips and Soups Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail
Stand out locations included Laurentide Winery with their Jalapeño Popper Soup paired with Emergence White 2017. The soup was creamy and thick with a wonderful kick of spice that was just enough. Their signature, double gold winning Emergence White wine was also used for their Fall in Friday’s event’s Savory Sweet Potato Soup with Maple Pecan Crumbles, demonstrating its brilliance in cooking as well as drinking.
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
Laurentide Winery – Sip and Supper – Lake Leelanau
By Amanda Renkiewicz / Photos by Laurentide The ambiance was nothing less than magical: a corner fireplace lit up with merry flames, blissful music resonating throughout, and a feeling as warm and inviting as sinking into a hot bath. The music set a tone of total serenity and bliss. As an ode to the season, white lights and traditional Christmas decor, complete with a decorated tree, filled the space. It was an atmosphere that beckoned you inside, to shut out the hectic world, and simply, for a moment, be absolutely, truly, deeply, happy. I had entered the singular, enchanting setting of Laurentide Winery.
Thursday, September 19, 2019
Chemical engineering, carafes, and Laurentide wine
Chemical engineering, carafes, and Laurentide wine Posted by editor - September 19, 2019 - News By Madeleine Hill Vedel Sun contributor Susan Braymer is passionate about what she does. And what she does during the vast majority of her waking hours is run her and her husband Bill’s Laurentide winery in Leelanau County. Opened in 2012, Laurentide is the culmination of shared dreams for doing something in the wine business that started bubbling many years ago. Wine is part of Susan and Bill’s love story, on the table at celebrations, guiding their vacation destinations, and a source of endless learning and conversations.....
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
ExpLaurentide 201
Drink in Michigan wine with Laurentide Winery! Do you love wine? How about cheese? Then we have just the event for you! Laurentide Winery returns on August 14th to teach us about how to taste wine with some of our favorite cheeses from Zingerman’s Creamery. Susan and Bill Braymer of Laurentide Winery are excited to lead us on a sipping exploration that will show us how Laurentide wines perfectly express Michigan terroir. Creamery expert Tessie Ives will also join us to talk about the accompanying cheese selections. We know why they are perfect matches for the wines Laurentide is bringing, and we want to let you in on the secret! Be prepared to treat your palate to an unforgettable flavor experience while learning about why two of your favorite things taste better together. Don’t forget to bring your friends so they can get in on the secret, too! Tasting Menu Fume Blanc 2017 With Creamery Berbere Spiced Goat Cheese Reserve Chardonnay 2017 With Creamery Detroit St. Brick Emergence White 2017 With Creamery Manistique Riesling 2016 With Creamery Sharon Hollow Chive Apera Dessert Wine With Creamery Manchester
Thursday, July 25, 2019
VOTE! Best Wine Region in North America
VOTE HERE: https://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-wine-region-2019/leelanau-peninsula-michigan/ Spread the word! Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail is nominated for USA TODAY's USA TODAY 10Best 2019 Best Wine Region in North America! VOTE DAILY until August 12th at noon! Vote Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail.
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
Hidden Gem
Laurentide Winery chosen as Hidden Gem! As one of only 3 wineries in Michigan and 1 of 50 in the entire Eastern region of the US, Laurentide Winery is very pleased to be a Hidden Gem! Signed copies at the tasting room.
Monday, June 10, 2019
Wines Produced in the Traverse City Region Garner an Unprecedented Number of Ratings and Reviews by Wine Enthusiast
Laurentide joins a brigade of wineries from Northern Michigan with an 88 garnered on our Sauvignon Blanc 2017 in the July magazine review!
Friday, May 24, 2019
Tasters Guild 2019 Wine Awards
Wines from Laurentide awarded Gold continue to decorate our winning streak! Love our Fume Blanc, Pinot Gris and Bubble de Bubble? So do the judges! Read more....
Monday, March 18, 2019
Job Opportunities at Laurentide
TASTING ROOM STAFF MEMBER NEEDED AT LAURENTIDE WINERY! Love wine? Wondering how to learn more about it? Laurentide is interviewing energetic sales persons interested in all aspects of wine from grape to bottle for part time positions in our Lake Leelanau tasting room. Must be a passionate, enthusiastic, service oriented individual. Starting in May through October with possible carryover into next year, candidates must be available on weekends, some weekdays, our event days and some holidays. Experience in wine, retail,restaurant or hospitality employment a definite plus but not necessary. We train you in a fun, supportive team environment and supply healthy wine benefits. Intrigued? Respond to this ad and email your resume to info@laurentidewinery.com
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
International Eastern Wine Competition 2019
Laurentide Winery garners 2 Best in Class Awards! The only winery in Michigan to do so! The votes have been tallied and we are pleased to officially announce the results of the 2019 East Meets West Wine Challenge along with individual awards for the West Coast Wine Competition and International Eastern Wine Competition and Riesling Competition. https://enofileonline.com/bestofawards.aspx?compid=2466
Tuesday, January 29, 2019
Laurentide Winery Competition Results
Over the years, Laurentude Winery has been in many wine competitions. We have compilied a spreadsheet of all our results. Click "More Information below to see the results!
Thursday, January 10, 2019
Winter Whiteout
It’s wintertime in northern Michigan wine country, and though you might be fooled into thinking that the wine scene hibernates for the season, au contraire! By Erin Rose | Libation Lover While the vines keep warm under freshly fallen snow, things stay pretty toasty in the tasting rooms as well, where the sights and sounds of pouring Cabernet Francs, Pinot Noirs, and whites - yes, whites, abound. If you pine for those refreshing summer wines in the winter season, whites from along the Traverse Wine Coast are totally drinkable in winter time - and not just oaky chardonnays. Here’s what to try this winter season while you’re out and about exploring the Sleeping Bear Dunes and the surrounding Leelanau Peninsula:
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
This Hidden Wine Region Is Putting the Midwest on the Wine Map
"A little region best known for cherries, sprawling sand dunes, massive blue lakes, and bucolic scenery may just be America’s next great wine touring region." Plus Laurentide gets a wink from a national magazine with millions of followers!
Monday, November 26, 2018
CYBER SHIPPING WEEK
6 pack cyber shipping special effective today through Friday, November 30. Free shipping & packaging for great savings.... Enter discount coupon code: CYBERSHIPPINGWEEK2018 when you place an order online from our secure website: www.laurentidewinery.com
Thursday, November 22, 2018
Thanksgiving Menu Suggestions 2018
Laurentide has Wine for EVERY COURSE this Thanksgiving and every meal. Browse our dream menu for the holiday and beyond.
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Wine Review
Josh Wright reviews Emergence 2016 in his " sipology" blog!
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Free Shipping August 2018
Laurentide offers Free Shipping for 6 or 12 bottle shipments this August! In state or to the 37 other states listed on our website
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Laurentide Pinot Noir Rosé Wins Gold at the "Experience Rosé" Wine Competition
Focusing exclusively on domestic and international rosé wines, the "Experience Rosé" Wine competition took place on Wednesday, April 18 at Soda Rock Winery in Healdsburg, California. Laurentide Winery is proud to announce that our Pinot Noir Rosé took home a gold medal!
Thursday, March 15, 2018
Laurentide Winery Wins 6 Medals at the 2018 Taster's Guild Competition
Laurentide wins 6 medals at the 2018 Taster's Guild competition, including 2 double gold medals!
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Laurentide Winery Wins 6 Medals at the 2018 International Eastern Wine Competition
Laurentide wins 6 medals at the 2018 International Eastern Wine Competition, including Riesling "Best in class"!
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Laurentide Winery Adds Two More Double Gold awards at the American Wine Society Competition
Double Gold for our dry Riesling- the 3rd year in a row for Double Gold AND Double Gold for our Semi Sweet Riesling.
Friday, August 15, 2014
Laurentide Winery Wins Gold at The Michigan Wine Competition
Gold for Emergence 2013. A lovely refreshing semi dry blend with a slight change from years past.
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Laurentide Winery Adds 4 MORE Gold at the Tasters Guild Competition
Double Gold for our Pinot Gris 2012, Gold for our Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Gold for our Emergence 2012, and Gold for our Semi Sweet Riesling 2012.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
We ship wine in Michigan for a flat rate using Square Market
Check out how simple it is to do on the Our Wines tab. Click New! Purchase online to be directed to a quick and easy menu with all updated wines with regular prices, wine club prices and mixed case prices when you select 12 bottles!
Friday, June 20, 2014
Join Laurentide Lovers Wine Club
And guarantee new releases delivered to your door! 2 shipments a year and no cost to join. 20% off ALL your purchases the day you join and 15% off your purchases for the rest of the year! Free tasting at the tasting room and more... Print and fill out the brochure attached or call (231) 994-2147 for questions.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Our presence is building in fine dining establishments and wine shops
We are now being served at 3 more fine dining establishments and 2 additional wine shops across the state of Michigan. More are coming very soon and will be added to our list. Check out "Where to Buy" for full details below. Please frequent these venues in your city and help support Michigan Wine
Saturday, March 29, 2014
Laurentide Winery Enters the Finger Lakes Competition
March 29-30, 2014 Silver for our Pinot Noir Rose 2013- our first release.
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Laurentide Winery Garners More Silver at the Grand Harvest Awards Competition in Sonoma
This completion is based on terroir and the expression of the varietal based on where it the grapes are grown! Find our results on page 8.
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Laurentide Winery Enters the American Wine Society Competition
November 5-7, 2013 our Chardonnay and Riesling each win Double Gold!
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Laurentide Winery Wins 6 Awards at the Michigan State Wine Competition
4 Bronze awards and 2 Silver Awards for our 2012 Pinot Gris and 2012 Riesling!
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Laurentide Winery Wins 5 Awards at the Great Lakes Great Wine
4 Silver for our Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc and Emergence and 1 Bronze for Pinot Noir!
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Laurentide Wines medal at the Michigan wine competition
Laurentide Wines medal at the 2013 Michigan wine competition. Medals were awarded to our entire 2012 vintage including: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Dry & Semi-sweet Riesling and Emergence White blend. Our 2011 Pinot Noir also garnered medal recognition.
Friday, March 1, 2013
Laurentide Winery Becomes a Vintage Michigan Member
Laurentide Winery joins an elite group of Michigan wineries and becomes a Vintage Michigan Member.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Laurentide Winery Takes Best of Show White at International Eastern Wine Competition
More than 1,150 wines were entered in the competition. Although the spotlight is on wines from the Eastern and Midwestern regions of the United States and Eastern Canada, due to overwhelming demand from wineries outside the defined IEWC regions, this year the competition was opened to all international wine producing regions.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Laurentide Winery Takes Silver, Bronze Medals at Grand Harvest Awards
Laurentide Winery's 2011 Pinot Gris and 2011 Riesling each won a Bronze medal and the 2011 Sauvignon Blanc won a Silver medal in the prestigious 2012 Grand Harvest Awards.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Laurentide Winery Accepted as Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association Members
The Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association (LPVA) is Michigan's first wine trail. In the early 1980s, the peninsula consisted of four wineries: Boskydel Vineyards of Lake Leelanau, Leelanau Wine Cellars of Omena, Good Harbor Vineyards of Leland and L. Mawby Vineyards of Suttons Bay.
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Laurentide Winery approved by the Michigan Grape and Wine Council
Michigan is home to 140 wineries, bottling more than 2.7 million gallons of wine annually. Production of Michigan wine has increased 34% over the last 5 years. The majority of production is from Michigan-grown grapes.