Several of the wineries are offering holiday specials this year and we encourage you to take advantage of them for yourself and also as a way to introduce others to the the world class wines of Leelanau.

“This is a great time for families and friends to gather to celebrate the upcoming season and even get started on their holiday shopping,” says Adam Satchwell of Shady Lane Cellars. “Wines and other items from Leelanau Peninsula tasting rooms are the perfect gift for the holidays. Our wines compliment holiday meals, cocktail parties or any gathering and they make great gifts!”

A statistic to keep in mind while shopping for holiday gifts and planning get-togethers is that if every Michigan resident increased their weekly purchase of local products by $10.00, it would keep $37 million circulating in the Michigan economy each week.

Some of this year’s offerings include:

Bel Lago

New this year they offer gift certificates for those hard to shop for friends and relatives. Want to take a bottle home in your suitcase? They have Bottle Skins- wine bottle-size bubblewrap bags that double seal. Your wine will be cushioned and your clothes will be protected!

They offer free gift wrapping for your purchases. All tasting is complimentary. And they are open 12-5 everyday except December 24, 25, and 31. Visit them online or cal (231) 228-4800

L. Mawby

They offer gift certificates in any amount, have a wine club named Fizz and have an online store featuring an assortment of accoutrements.

Vist the L. Mawby website or call them at (231) 271-3522

Leelanau Wine Cellars

Has gift certificates available in any amount. Visit them online or call them at (231) 386-5201.

Gill’s Pier

Shipping on all wine shipments in Michigan for the months of December and January for only 5 cents! Visit them online or call them at (231) 256-7003.

Black Star Farms

Black Star Farms has their ice wine on sale for $79.50 regular price $92.50. Visit their online store for wine and other merchandise or call them at (231) 944-1270.

Shady Lane Cellars

The Holiday Season is in full swing so don’t overlook that wine-lover on your list. Or better yet treat yourself to some much deserved savings on Shady Lane wines. To help with those savings they are offering 1 penny FedEx ground shipping in Michigan, Florida, and Minnesota until the end of the year. Contact our Tasting Room to place your order or call them at (231) 947-8865.

 Have a safe and happy holiday season from all of us here at Shady Lane Cellars

Some of their specials include:

2007 Riesling Package $24-Save $6
Two great Rieslings, One great price. Our Semi-Dry is full of lush apricot and honey while our Dry, yes it’s bone Dry, offers a beautiful citrus minerality. Both wines pair perfectly with a wide range of Holiday fare.

2006 Pinot Noir Package $38-Save $10
If you are looking for that perfect Red wine for your Holiday dinner, look no further than Pinot Noir. This pair of Pinots were separated in the vineyard and the result is astounding. Our Pinot Noir is lush and elegant while the Reserve is earthy and powerful.

2006 Late Harvest Vignoles $22 (375ml)-Save $6
Why wash down all of those time-honored desserts you look forward to all year with anything but the perfect wine. Our Late Harvest Vignoles has a symmetry unlike other dessert wines. A harmonious union of fruit, sugar, and acid complements any of your after dinner treats.

Silver Leaf Vineyard

Silver Leaf Vineyard is offering Holiday Specials on all of their wines.

• Buy 2 bottles of any kind and any additional bottles at 30% off retail price.

Join the Silver Leaf Case Discount Club

Sign up to get a case discount of 30% off retail price.

Send them your name, address, telephone number and email address to info@silverleafvineyard.com

When 10 or more customers sign up they’ll send you a coupon for 30% off retail prices. (Case orders only.) Cases can be mixed or matched. Orders will be taken over the telephone. You can use your coupon at a later date when visiting our winery or we’ll ship it to you (Michigan only, cost plus shipping).