Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
1.6 miles straight-line proximity · A polished Old Mission anchor for wine plus scenery, especially when rosé or Sauvignon Blanc fits the group.
Chateau Grand Traverse
A classic Old Mission stop when Riesling and a broad regional wine survey matter more than novelty.
Old Mission PeninsulaTraverse City
Classic AnchorBest-fit role
3.5 / 5Wine-specificity signal
45 minSuggested tasting stop
Current official trail memberOld Mission Peninsula Wine Trail · membership checked 2026-08-29Official trail listing
Why choose Chateau Grand Traverse?
Old Mission's founding estate and Michigan's Riesling pioneer. Large and lively, with live music on busy days; a natural anchor stop.
Verified varietals
Cabernet FrancChardonnayGewüRztraminerMerlotPinot GrisPinot NoirRiesling
Varietal list checked 2026-08-29 from Traverse City Tourism.
When it may not be your stop
- you want only small-production or intimate stops
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Two nearby wineries that make sense with it
These are route-oriented companions, not claims that they are the two “best” wineries nearby.
Bonobo Winery
0.4 miles straight-line proximity · A relaxed Old Mission stop with a broad lineup, sparkling signal, and later hours that can stabilize an afternoon route.