MWC May Board Meeting

Michigan Wine Collaborative members are encouraged to participate in our May Board Meeting. Call in information is listed below. Happy Michigan Wine Month! Michigan Wine Collaborative is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: MWC Board Meeting Time: May 5, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99362051296 Meeting ID:…

#MichiganWineMonthChallenge

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association and Michigan Wine Collaborative Launch Wine Month Challenge to Raise Funds for Hospitality Employees   LANSING, MICH. – The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) and Michigan Wine Collaborative announced today the launch of #MichiganWineMonthChallenge. Beginning on May 1 and continuing for the entire month, during Michigan…

2020 Grape Kickoff Webinar

Please join us for the 2020 kickoff to grape season! We are excited to offer the 2020 Grape Kickoff meeting online via Zoom on Thursday, April 23, 2020, from 1-4 p.m. Michigan State University Extension experts will cover early season topics for Michigan grape growers. Growers must register ahead of time for this webinar. Registration closes at midnight the day before the…

Staying Vigilant with Increased Wine Shipping

  CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD! Many Michigan wineries are increasing their business via DTC shipping. This is an exciting time to work on building digital sales strategies and expanding shipping capibilities. During this time, the Michigan Wine Collaborative encourages our member wineries and ALL wineries to refresh themselves on some best practices to utlize when…

COVID-19 Assistance for Small Businesses Announced

According to a press release April 14, 2020, The Northern Initiatives program will provide up to $2 million in loan funds to Northern Initiatives through MEDC’s Capital Access program to be used to assist businesses impacted by the COVID-19 virus. Northern Initiatives, a Community Development Finance Institution regulated by the U.S. Department of Treasury, provides…

MI Quaran-wine Deals

Michigan wineries have been rallying in these uncertain times. The industry is adjusting to online sales and remote promotional opportunities. Please continue to check back to see new deals, events, and general news regarding MWC member wineries and how to support them. 12 Corners Vineyards Offering delivery to residents who live within 30 miles of…

New Michigan Wine Country Magazine

The new Michigan Wine Country magazine is packed with news and features about Michigan wineries and the industry. Stories include: • Family wineries and the generations who run them • New wineries and how they are faring a year later • Food and wine: How wineries are serving up culinary treats • Wine weekend getaways for families, couples and friends • Michigan is turning out new…