Discover the top 100 best red wines of Leelanau Peninsula of Leelanau Peninsula as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the red wines that are popular of Leelanau Peninsula and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Michigan AVA on a peninsula between Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay (45 deg N, latitude of Bordeaux). Riesling reigns as a white star: taut and aromatic with signature notes of white apple, peach, lemon, white flowers and a mineral touch, lively and long palate — from dry to medium-sweet to ice wine. Ample Chardonnay, aromatic Gewurztraminer (lychee, rose). Fine Pinot Noir (cherry, undergrowth) and Gamay emerging.
Cool climate tempered by the 'Lake Effect. ' Chiselled cool-climate style.
Deeply coloured, fruity reds with a dense purple robe, supple tannins and fresh acidity, with aromas of black cherry, blackberry, plum, blackcurrant, soft spice and earthy notes. Round palate; best young or short ageing. A very cold- and mildew-resistant interspecific variety, driving viticulture in northern regions: Canada (Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia) and the northeastern US. Hybrid created in 1911 by Eugène Kuhlmann in Alsace, named in honour of Marshal Foch.
red wines from the region of Leelanau Peninsula go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of roast beef with garlic, rice with paprika and merguez or penne à la toscane.
