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This the latest in a series of videos over the last year of Illinois wineries, produced by Jason Pinkston. This one features Walkers Bluff Winery, of Carterville, Illinois, and is entitled “This Is Your Walkers Bluff”. For more information on Walkers Bluff, go to their website at http://www.walkersbluff.com/.
Karel Bush, of the Michigan Grape & Wine Industry Council issued the following press release about an upcoming event the Council is sponsoring in Chicago on May 12th:
“The Michigan Grape & Wine Industry Council is sponsoring the “Michigan Wine Showcase” on Monday, May 12, at City Winery, located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. Master Sommeliers Serafin Alvarado and Madeline Triffon are involved with this project and are excited to introduce some of the best wines from Michigan to the Chicago market.
This unparalleled tasting event will showcase 25 producers from all across Michigan … an exciting opportunity to taste the best of Michigan grapes and terroir, and become acquainted with the diverse array of Michigan local wineries.
Winemakers and owners will be on hand during the walk-around tasting, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., to share their top wines made from Michigan’s agricultural bounty. Guests can sample from more than 100 Michigan-grown wines paired with farm fresh passed hors d’oeuvres and Michigan wine-friendly bites made with locally sourced ingredients.
Admission is $50 per person. For more information, and to purchase tickets online, visit http://www.citywinery.com/chicago.
In addition to the evening tasting, the Showcase will be open from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. to culinary professionals, and restaurant, retailer and distributor staff. RSVP with your professional affiliation to Karel Bush at bushk9@michigan.gov.
Featured wineries include:
Baroda Founders Wine Cellar
Bel Lago Vineyards & Winery
Black Star Farms
Blustone Vineyards
Bowers Harbor Vineyards
Brengman Brothers
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
Burgdorf’s Winery
Chateau Chantal
Chateau Grand Traverse
Ciccone Vineyard and Winery
Cody Kresta Winery
Domaine Berrien Cellars
Fenn Valley Vineyards
Good Harbor Vineyards
Hawthorne Vineyards
Hickory Creek Winery
Karma Vista Vineyards
L.Mawby
Leelanau Wine Cellars
Mackinaw Trail Winery
McIntosh Apple Orchard & Winery
Round Barn Winery
Verterra Winery
White Pine Winery
Wyncroft Marland
There are more than 100 wineries in Michigan producing a wide variety of wine styles. To learn more about the wines and wineries of the Great Lakes State, visit http://www.michiganwines.com, and connect on Facebook (@VintageMichigan) and Twitter (@MichiganWines).
The Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council is a 12-member panel that supports the growth of the grape and wine industry in Michigan. It is housed in the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, which is the official state agency charged with serving, promoting and protecting the food, agriculture and agricultural economic interests of the people of the state of Michigan.”
Here is another video from Lynfred’s YouTube channel.
To find out more about Lynfred Winery of Roselle, Illinois, check out there website at http://www.lynfredwinery.com/ and their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/lynfredwinery
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