December 2025 Newsletter Get ready for the MWC Annual Meeting & Election, Partner with MAWBY on your sparkling wine projects, Learn about our new collab with Local Wine Events, Save with Beverage Federation and GW Kent, and more! MWC 2026 Annual Meeting & Election The 2026 Northwest MI Orchard & Vineyard Show is scheduled for January 13-14, 2026 at the…
6 Best Wine-Country Towns In Michigan- World Atlas Forget dinner. Chicago execs are helicoptering clients to Michigan wine country.- Crain’s Chicago Business Set Along Michigan’s Picturesque Lakeshore Is A Hidden Gem With Wooded Trails, Local Wine, And Festivals- Islands Premier international wine, beer and food festival returning to this Michigan city- MLive Get ready…
November 2025 Newsletter Celebrate the 2025 Taste Michigan Governor’s Cup, Follow along with Taste Michigan Invades GR, Check out the revamped Beverage Federation program, Save the dates for MI wine industry events, Explore Detroit’s Sip & Read Events and Wine Club, and more! 2025 Taste Michigan Governor’s Cup Award Ceremony The Michigan Wine Collaborative (MWC) is excited to announce the 2025…
This Region Is Called the ‘Napa of the Midwest’—With 40+ Wineries and Stunning Lake Views- Travel + Leisure Leelanau Peninsula—Dynamic Wines From Michigan- Forbes The Best Things to Do in Grand Rapids, Michigan- Justin plus Lauren Michigan awards $2.08M for 22 specialty crop projects statewide- Huron Daily Tribune This Charming Michigan Town Makes the…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 11, 2025 Michigan Wine Collaborative Announces the 2025 Taste Michigan Governor’s Cup Award Ceremony The Michigan Wine Collaborative (MWC) is excited to announce the 2025 Taste Michigan Governor’s Cup Award Ceremony at the 18th Annual Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer, and Food Festival. This event celebrates the winners of Michigan’s only…
October 2025 Newsletter Join or renew your MWC membership, Save the date for the MWC Annual Meeting, Participate in the 2025 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer, & Food Festival, MWC awarded Specialty Crop Block Grant, Read October’s Wine Law article, Learn about VitiNord 2025, Explore or submit to MWC Classifieds, Listen in to the If Vines…
Master the Fundamentals of Winemaking with Purdue Every great wine begins with the right foundation. But where do you begin? Purdue University’s online Winemaking Certificate introduces the core principles that shape every bottle — from sparkling wine to ice wine. The course module blends tradition with innovation, giving you a comprehensive understanding of winemaking styles,…
Northern Michigan’s Food and Wine Scene Is Finally Getting the Attention It Deserves- Eater Detroit Lake Michigan College teaching students importance of wine harvest season- WSBT22 Skip the flights: This gorgeous Leelanau Peninsula winery offers unique tastings at the vineyard’s edge- MLive From wine tasting to petting zoos: Michigan agritourism brings in $57 million…
Can You Host That Wedding? Legal Pitfalls in Winery Event Contracts and Liquor Law Compliance Mark Vanneste Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC Michigan’s wineries have become some of the state’s most sought-after wedding and event destinations. Vineyard views, fun tasting rooms, and a local atmosphere make these venues desirable to couples seeking something different from…
September 2025 Newsletter Attend MWC’s Pre Harvest Gathering, Prepare for MWC member renewals, Participate in the 2025 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer, & Food Festival, Check in with 86 Harassment, Explore mental health resources from Southern Smoke Foundation, Check out and submit to our online classifieds, Listen in to the If Vines Could Talk podcast, Enroll in or…
