Leelanau Peninsula Winery Map: 30 Wineries

A weekend lived, not just mapped

For one October weekend my wife and I used Lake Leelanau as our base, protected a Good Harbor sunset and chose MAWBY, Laurentide and Amoritas for very different reasons. Read the firsthand trip and the decisions that made it work →

Map 30 Leelanau Peninsula wineries by town, including 22 wineries that are current official Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail members, then build a route that fits the wine day instead of treating the peninsula as one long list.

Where should you start the Leelanau Peninsula wine trail?

Start in Suttons Bay for a compact wine day and sparkling wine at MAWBY. Start around Lake Leelanau if you are staying near the village or want to visit a nearby cluster of tasting rooms. We chose it as our base for a recent two-night October trip.

Northport, Glen Arbor, and the Suttons Bay–Lake Leelanau villages are different day trips. Choose one cluster, not the entire peninsula. Confirm current hours, driving and reservations before committing to a route.

Need a real lunch? The food tags below are historic directory notes, not independently verified kitchen windows. Our food-and-wine service audit currently supports an interactive lunch planner for Old Mission only; we do not pretend that it verifies Leelanau meals yet.

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30 mapped wineriesFull wine-first planning inventory

23 official membersCurrent Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail membership

8 additional wineriesActive wineries outside the current official member list

Green vineyard rows on the Leelanau Peninsula in northern Michigan — Vineyard on the Leelanau PeninsulaPhoto: Iulus Ascanius · Public domain

Leelanau Peninsula is the larger region to the northwest, the little finger of the mitten, bounded by Lake Michigan on one side and the bay on the other. It was recognized as Michigan's second wine appellation in 1982 and its rooms are spread out among villages like Suttons Bay, Lake Leelanau, Leland, Omena, and Northport.

Suttons Bay (10)

Shady Lane CellarsOfficial trail member: Laid-back former farm with fireplaces and Adirondack chairs under the pines. Strong dry whites; one of the few genuinely good winter visits. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Three Trees Vineyard: Small estate-only producer with a quiet, pine-scented room. Limited lineup led by Cabernet Franc and Merlot, and open later than most.
Gilchrist Farm WineryOfficial trail member: Farm-to-table kitchen and winery in one. Rare-for-the-region Albarino and Gruner, a real lunch and dinner menu, and gluten-free friendly. Directory food note (confirm service): kitchen.
Black Star Farms (Suttons Bay)Official trail member: Flagship destination with an inn, bistro, distillery, and tasting room. Polished and family-friendly; can get busy. Directory food note (confirm service): bistro.
Willow Winery & Vineyard: Small, warm room under owners Tracy and Harry. Short but solid lineup leaning to dry Pinot Noir; strong on hospitality.
MAWBY Sparkling Wines: The region's sparkling specialist and arguably its most famous label. Methode champenoise focus, no still reds; the bubbles benchmark for any loop. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Ciccone Vineyard & WineryOfficial trail member: Hilltop vineyard and event barn with vineyard, bay, and rolling-hill views. Dry reds and Gewurztraminer. Founded by Madonna's father, Silvio Ciccone.
Big Little Wines: Small-batch still-wine label co-located with MAWBY on Elm Valley Rd (shares the property and phone). Intimate room, attentive pours.
Silver Leaf Vineyard & WineryOfficial trail member: Off-the-beaten-path hilltop winery near Suttons Bay with a cabin-in-the-woods feel and sunset views. Small and personable; the sangria gets singled out.
Nathaniel Rose WinesOfficial trail member: A wine-first, rustic stop centered on deep, age-worthy, Old World-styled reds made in very small batches. The official trail lists Thursday-Sunday hours, but current availability has conflicting signals, so call before making a special trip.

Lake Leelanau (9)

45 North Vineyard & WineryOfficial trail member: Friendly Lake Leelanau estate with tiered flights, yard games, and a fire pit. Mostly dry wines plus a sparkling peach that gets named often. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Blustone VineyardsOfficial trail member: Modern hilltop room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a fire-pit terrace. Often reservation-only on busy days; check ahead. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Chateau FontaineOfficial trail member: Cottage-style room that puts the wine first over the view. Award-winning Chardonnay and a wide flight; welcomes kids and dogs. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Boathouse VineyardsOfficial trail member: Waterfront room on the Lake Leelanau narrows with a couple of boat slips. Dry reds lead; lawn seating runs down to the water.
Good Harbor VineyardsOfficial trail member: Established estate a few minutes from Leland and Fishtown with a broad, easy lineup. Albarino and Pinot Noir blends stand out; heated patio. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Aurora CellarsOfficial trail member: Vineyard and wedding venue a touch off the main routes. Warm room and a broad, approachable lineup; quieter than the marquee stops. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Amoritas VineyardsOfficial trail member: Low-key Lake Leelanau winery with porch seating, an organic-leaning approach, and story-rich hosts. Seasonal pours like the blackberry basil get named often. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Laurentide WineryOfficial trail member: Boutique estate producer with a strong cool-climate identity. Sauvignon Blanc is a defining signal, with Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, reds and sparkling also represented. Directory food note (confirm service): pairings.
Soul Squeeze CellarsOfficial trail member: A Lake Leelanau tasting stop with wine and cider, including Riesling, sparkling and other local-grape styles, plus a relaxed music-garden atmosphere in season. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.

Leland (1)

Verterra Winery (Leland)Official trail member: Year-round tasting room in downtown Leland near Fishtown. Reds, whites, and a well-regarded ice wine; an easy walk-in stop.

Omena (1)

Leelanau Wine CellarsOfficial trail member: One of the region's largest and most widely distributed labels. Bay-view room in Omena with a something-for-everyone lineup; an easy, low-pressure stop.

Northport (3)

Dune Bird WineryOfficial trail member: Relaxed Northport spot with wood-fired pizza and pond-side pergola seating. Dog and kid friendly, with room to spread out. Directory food note (confirm service): pizza.
The Ridge at Verterra: Verterra's hilltop estate and wedding venue with sweeping West Bay views. Some of the biggest vistas on the peninsula, but seasonal.
Green Bird Organic Cellars & FarmOfficial trail member: The region's only fully organic, off-the-beaten-path cellar. Quiet, with farm animals on site and dry, regenerative-farmed wines. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.

Cedar (2)

Bel Lago Vineyards & WineryOfficial trail member: Lake Leelanau estate known for dry Gewurztraminer and aromatic whites, with Market 22 pizzas on site. Sister winery to French Valley. Directory food note (confirm service): pizza.
French ValleyOfficial trail member: Dressy-casual Cedar estate known for its raclette experience and vineyard picnics by golf cart. Sister to Bel Lago; a special-occasion stop. Directory food note (confirm service): raclette.

Glen Arbor (2)

Glen Arbor Wines: Homey, dog-friendly wine bar and shop in downtown Glen Arbor with its own local label, regional wines, and hard cider, plus firepits and a backyard. Confirm on-site production versus curated selection.
Cherry Republic Winery (Glen Arbor): The wine bar arm of Cherry Republic in Glen Arbor, pouring cherry-based wines and slushies. Distinct from the adjacent gift shop and the Cherry Public House restaurant. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.

Traverse City (2)

Rove Winery at the Gallagher EstateOfficial trail member: Hilltop estate on the Leelanau trail's Grand Traverse Bay loop, on the ridgeline west of Traverse City. Family and dog friendly, open late, with a big outdoor tent; a natural stop to or from Sleeping Bear. Directory food note (confirm service): snacks.
Brengman Family Wines: Hillside estate west of TC (formerly Brengman Brothers at Crain Hill) on the Leelanau trail's Grand Traverse Bay loop. Pours by the glass rather than flights, with an acclaimed on-site restaurant, Cafe Exalt. Directory food note (confirm service): kitchen.

For sparkling wine, start with 45 North Vineyard & Winery, MAWBY Sparkling Wines, Glen Arbor Wines, Soul Squeeze Cellars.

Other tasting stops on Leelanau

Cider, beer, and spirits remain available as optional planner layers: Suttons Bay Ciders (cidery), Two K Farms Cidery & Winery (cidery), Tandem Ciders (cidery), Hop Lot Brewing Co. & Beer Garden (brewery), The Mitten Brewing Company (Northport) (brewery), Northern Latitudes Distillery (distillery).

Staying near the village? The Suttons Bay tasting rooms guide covers real distances and the walkable rooms. You can also compare wineries side by side or use the fall color wine tour covers the M-22 shore drive at peak.

Leelanau Peninsula winery hours

45 North Vineyard & Winery (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Thu 12pm-5pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-7pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Amoritas Vineyards (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Sun 12pm-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Aurora Cellars (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Fri 12pm-6pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-7pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Bel Lago Vineyards & Winery (Cedar): Mon 12pm-6pm, Tue 12pm-8pm, Wed-Thu 12pm-6pm, Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Big Little Wines (Suttons Bay): Mon-Sat 12pm-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Black Star Farms (Suttons Bay) (Suttons Bay): Mon-Sun 11am-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Blustone Vineyards (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Thu 12pm-6pm, Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 12pm-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Boathouse Vineyards (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Thu 12pm-5pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Brengman Family Wines (Traverse City): Mon-Wed 1pm-8pm, Thu 12pm-8pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Chateau Fontaine (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Tue 12pm-6pm, Wed 12pm-7pm, Thu-Sat 12pm-6pm, Sun 12pm-7pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Cherry Republic Winery (Glen Arbor) (Glen Arbor): Mon-Sun 11am-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Ciccone Vineyard & Winery (Suttons Bay): call ahead for current hours at +1 231-271-5553. Plan about 45 minutes.
Dune Bird Winery (Northport): Mon-Thu 12pm-7pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-8pm, Sun 12pm-7pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
French Valley (Cedar): Mon 12pm-8pm, Tue-Wed 12pm-6pm, Thu-Sat 12pm-8pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Gilchrist Farm Winery (Suttons Bay): Tue 12pm-5pm, Wed-Sat 12pm-8pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Glen Arbor Wines (Glen Arbor): Mon-Sat 12pm-10pm, Sun 12pm-9pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Good Harbor Vineyards (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sun 11am-7pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Green Bird Organic Cellars & Farm (Northport): Mon-Thu 12pm-5pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Laurentide Winery (Lake Leelanau): Mon-Thu 12pm-5pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 50 minutes.
Leelanau Wine Cellars (Omena): Mon-Wed 10am-6pm, Thu-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
MAWBY Sparkling Wines (Suttons Bay): Mon-Sat 12pm-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Nathaniel Rose Wines (Suttons Bay): call ahead for current hours at +1 231-271-5650. Plan about 55 minutes.
Rove Winery at the Gallagher Estate (Traverse City): Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Shady Lane Cellars (Suttons Bay): Mon-Thu 12pm-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Silver Leaf Vineyard & Winery (Suttons Bay): Mon 12pm-5pm, Thu 12pm-5pm, Fri 12pm-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Soul Squeeze Cellars (Lake Leelanau): Wed 11am-5pm, Thu-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 12pm-5pm. Plan about 50 minutes.
The Ridge at Verterra (Northport): Mon-Sat 12pm-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Three Trees Vineyard (Suttons Bay): Mon-Sat 12pm-8pm, Sun 12pm-7pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Verterra Winery (Leland) (Leland): Mon-Sat 12pm-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Plan about 45 minutes.
Willow Winery & Vineyard (Suttons Bay): Thu 1pm-7pm, Fri 12pm-5pm, Sat 11:30am-5:30pm, Sun 12pm-4pm. Plan about 45 minutes.