Conservancy Wine
Every bottle sold raises funds for farmland preservation. Think hostess gift, employee gift, the mailman, neighbors…Leelanau vintners interested in being a part of this program are welcome to contact the Conservancy to learn how this program can benefit your winery: 256-9665.
Choose from:
L. Mawby’s Extra-dry Sparkling Wine. ‘Candied fruit aromas… moderately full-bodied… classy, lingering fruit finish.’ $20 ($2 per bottle donated). 231-271-3522. Order online: www.lmawby.com. Also available at Hansen’s in Suttons Bay, Leland Mercantile, Cedar City Market and Anderson’s in Glen Arbor. In Traverse City check out Burritt’s, Folgarelli’s, Jack’s and Blue Goat.
Cherry Republic’s Cherry Wine, an off-dry wine, just slightly sweet, made from local Montmorency and Balaton cherries. $14.50 ($1 per bottle donated). Available only at Cherry Republic in Glen Arbor or can be mail-ordered if you live in Michigan. Visit www.cherryrepublic.com. 231-334-3150.
For more info on Leelanau County wines and wineries visit: www.lpwines.com.
Thanks to the following Leelanau vintners who have also produced Conservancy wines in the past and have donated a portion of their proceeds to us (those wines no longer available.)