Best Wineries in Leelanau Peninsula

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Northern Michigan winery named for the 45th parallel running through their vineyard. Casual outdoor spot with lawn games, bike trails, and sparkling peach wine worth the stop.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Michigan whites done right on the Leelanau Peninsula. Their dry Riesling cuts through the lake-effect noise—clean, focused, not trying to be something it isn't. Sandy loam soils on French Road Plains produce the vibrant whites this latitude does best.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Northern Michigan boutique winery making serious dry wines where harsh winters force grapes to prove themselves—the bubbles hit hard, and they're betting on Blaufrankisch when everyone else plays it safe with Riesling.” ›

Cedar · Leelanau Peninsula

“Leelanau Peninsula producer with Lake Michigan views, Market 22 pizza daily, and award-winning Late Harvest Riesling. Live music and foraging hikes at their North Farm property.” ›

Suttons Bay · Leelanau Peninsula

“Michigan's top-rated winery estate pairs cool-climate wines with an award-winning Inn, working farm, and goat yoga. The 160-acre Leelanau property delivers serious wine with a sense of humor.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Six-time winner of Leelanau Peninsula's top winery award, Blustone makes Lake Michigan-influenced wines from hillside vineyards with views that make Napa transplants homesick. Modern tasting room, serious wine club following.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Small estate on Lake Leelanau's Narrows growing 13 varieties organically at one of the county's highest elevations. The tasting room sits waterfront where you can dock your boat and taste small-lot wines while watching the lake traffic.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Family-run Leelanau winery where the sweet Riesling actually tastes like what's on the label—a rarity in Michigan. Live music on the lawn, dogs welcome, and staff who'll pour you 12 wines without the attitude.” ›

Northport · Leelanau Peninsula

“Espresso bar meets winery on M-22 in Northport. Their Dry Riesling took Platinum at TEXSOM. Picnic tables overlook landscaped ponds, kids play in the yard, and Indian runner ducks patrol the property. More community hub than tasting room.” ›

Cedar · Leelanau Peninsula

“Michigan winery where the kids get a playground and you get award-winning Pinot Blanc. Watch them run wild from the patio while you work through sparklers and a raclette spread.” ›

Suttons Bay · Leelanau Peninsula

“Farm-driven winery on Leelanau Peninsula making clean, technically sound wines from estate fruit. The Grüner Veltliner won double gold for a reason—these are serious cool-climate wines paired with their own market garden vegetables.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Farm-focused Leelanau winery making everyday wines from 100% Michigan fruit, with a heated lakeside patio and staff who actually talk wine instead of scripts.” ›

Northport · Leelanau Peninsula

“Estate organic wines and cider on a working farm two miles south of Northport. Friday farm tours walk you through regenerative viticulture, the wine bunker, and pastures with sheep and chickens—then pour you wines made from vines you just walked past.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Small Michigan producer making Sauvignon Blanc that actually earns its 93 points—crisp, clean, and worthy of shipping two cases home on an e-bike tour.” ›

Omena · Leelanau Peninsula

“Leelanau Peninsula workhorse making approachable wines at prices that won't make you wince. The bay views are legitimately the best in the region—worth the visit even if the wines are more crowd-pleasing than cerebral.” ›

Suttons Bay · Leelanau Peninsula

“Small Leelanau Peninsula producer charging Napa prices for wine that Michigan drinkers either love or find undrinkably flawed—there's no middle ground here.” ›

Traverse City · Leelanau Peninsula

“Off-the-beaten-path Leelanau winery where wine slushies and educational tastings share space with sprawling vineyard views. The dog-friendly patio is more popular than the tasting room.” ›

Suttons Bay · Leelanau Peninsula

“Leelanau Peninsula producer where wine slushies and cross-country ski trails through the vineyard matter as much as the bottles. Heated igloos for winter, fire pits year-round, and a crew that gets that not everyone wants to talk terroir.” ›

Suttons Bay · Leelanau Peninsula

“Tucked into the woods above Suttons Bay, this cabin-like tasting room trades polish for peace. The sangria pulls locals back, and the Pinot Gris holds its own against the more trafficked names down the road.” ›

Lake Leelanau · Leelanau Peninsula

“Hard cider specialist on Leelanau Peninsula mixing wine with unexpected flavors like ghost pepper-spiked blackberry cider and cherry fortified wine. Backyard bonfire vibes with cornhole and a secondary bar.” ›

Suttons Bay · Leelanau Peninsula

“Suttons Bay cidery with bay views and estate-grown apples. Known for dry, barrel-aged ciders and dessert styles you won't find at typical tasting rooms.” ›

Leland · Leelanau Peninsula

“Small Leland operation where the staff actually remembers wine is supposed to be fun—Jan and the crew match wines to what you like, not what they need to move.” ›