The 2019 Michigan Gold Medal Reception took place on August 8, 2019 at the Kellogg Center at Michigan State University. This was a culmination of half of a year’s work creating a new competition and reception program due to the transition of the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council to the Craft Beverage Council. Michigan Wine Collaborative teamed up with the Kellogg Center and MSU School of Hospitality Business to produce this year’s reception and the event went off without a hitch. A new addition to the Gold Medal Reception included a trophy ceremony with sparkling wine service featuring the Best of Class winners being presented their trophies by MWC President, Dave Miller, alongside competition Superintendent, Chris Cook. Please enjoy the photos below as an inside look at MWC @ the 2019 Michigan Gold Medal Reception!
MWC President Dave Miller and Competition Superintendent Chris Cook before presenting the trophies for the 2019 Michigan Wine Competition Best of Class winners.
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The Best of Class trophies all in a row waiting to be awarded to premium Michigan wineries.
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Dave Youngblood from Youngblood Vineyard accepting for Best of Class- Dry Red (2018 Estate Marquette) Photo Credit: Ariniko Artistry
Paul Hamelin of Verterra Winery accepted the Best of Class awards for both Dry White and Rosé. (2018 Pinot Blanc & 2018 Rosé of Pinot Noir)
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Emily Lucas of Yooper Winery accepting the award for Best of Class for the Fruit Wine Category. (Little Portal Point Plum)
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Saying we missed the MAWBY team would be an understatement. They won Best of Class for Sparkling Wine. (Blanc Brut)
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Dave Miller humorously and passionately selecting a member from the MWC Executive Board to receive the Best of Class Sparkling Wine trophy on MAWBY’s behalf.
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Lee Lutes of the Michigan Wine Collaborative Executive Board and Black Star Farms jumped at the chance to accept for MWC member and BSF neighbor, MAWBY.
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Dan Mathhies of Chateau Fontaine Winery accepting for Best of Class Semi-Dry/Sweet Red. (Big Paw Red)
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Emily & Matt Goodell of Amoritas Vineyards accepted for Best of Class Semi-Dry White. (2017 Mary’s Folly Field Blend)
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Chef Stephan Hammar of Bel Lago accepted the award for Best of Class Dessert Wine.
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Emily Lucas of Yooper Winery
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Dave Youngblood showing off the trophy for Best of Class Dry Red. (2018 Estate Marquette)
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Dan Matthies of Chateau Fontaine Winery.
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Emily & Matt Goodell, sibling dream team at Amoritas Vineyards.
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Time to get this party started. Matt Goodell leading the way to the Reception festivities.
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Best of Class winner Youngblood Vineyard 2018 Marquette being poured at the 2019 MI Gold Medal Reception.
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Jenelle Jagmin of the Craft Beverage Council with Melanie and Lauren of Lazy Ballerina Winery.
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THE Burgdorfs (Dave & Deb) of Burgdorf’s Winery.
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The Lake Michigan Shore crew.
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Joe Herman of Karma Vista and John Braganini of St. Julian Winery talking shop.
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The Michigan Wine Collaborative would like to thank the entire Michigan wine industry for your artistry and support. Without you a competition would not be possible. We would always like to thank the Kellogg Center and MSU School of Hospitality Business for their partnership in making this event and the competition possible this year. Looking forward to 2020!
