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From our little family to yours … have the best holiday season ever! The theme of laughter, joy, and giving play a pinnacle role in all the On the Town pages this issue with smiling faces you’ll know attending charity fundraising events. The whole town dressed up, showed up, and opened up their hearts with their wallets. The compassion of our community warmed my heart, as I took all the smiling photos! Life is a gift. That’s why it’s called the present. From my little family to yours consider this a big holiday hug. Hope it’s the bestest holiday ever.
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CHEERS TO THE SEASON We dive deep into the world of sparkling wine with Larry Mawby, the local legend winemaker behind Mawby Vineyards, as they celebrate 50 years.
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You’ve been building an empire here. Tell us about your companies. “I founded Royal Stag Properties in 2010. My vision was upscale rentals on lakefronts, redefining luxury living. It’s expanded to 16 units, continually growing at a rate of one to two units per year. The evolution continued by founding Royal Stag Construction/ Design in 2019. That began as a project to revamp properties, and it rapidly expanded into the construction of game rooms, guest houses, glamping accommodations, and even high-end custom homes. Yuba Vineyards was a dream that took root in 2019. It sprawls across 31 acres in Williamsburg. Royal Stag Aviation is a team of four pilots, aviation training, air tours, and a private air wing.” Where does your entrepreneurial drive come from? “Growing up in Bloomfield Hills, I played football from junior varsity to varsity, with the honor of being the football captain. I embraced leadership responsibilities as class president and student council secretary. My apprenticeship within our family business taught me the values of hard work by wiping tables and scrubbing toilets from the age of 10. After graduating the University of Colorado and forging my own path, I became the youngest approved McDonald’s franchisee of four units at the age of 25 in 2005.” 20 NOV/DEC 2023 | BAYLIFE MAGAZINE
What is the key to your success? “My perseverance, hard work, and unwavering determination to dream big. And my endless pursuit of excellence dedication and an unrelenting passion for innovation. “ What do you do in your spare time? “Spend quality time in the outdoors with my three amazing young children.” What is something about you that would surprise us? “I’m a numbers geek, and I live for hunting season.” Why the name Royal Stag? “The Royal Stag is my favorite game trophy. It’s the most regal and majestic.” What is next on your horizon? “The Royal Stag Club, which will be the biggest project of my life so far. The Huntsman House will be a 26,000-square-foot structure, three levels of luxury that house an 11-bed king suite boutique hotel, a gourmet restaurant, a tasting room, an exclusive gym and spa for adults, and a sophisticated cigar lounge. In 2024 I will officially launch the Traverse City League of Entrepreneurial Gentlemen (TCLEG). The primary mission of TCLEG is to unite Northern Michigan’s brightest minds in a spirit of friendship, mutual growth, and accountability to family and fatherhood. I’m excited to spearhead TCLEG by partnering with an exceptional group of friends.”
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We reached out to Generations Ahead Executive Director Marjorie Rich to ask how our readers could possibly help with their Partners of Joy program. As a little-known charity housed inside the Traverse City High School on Three Mile Rd., she was so thrilled at the opportunity for the exposure. I hope it’s an opportunity to help that you didn’t know existed. “75 babies are born to teen parents every year in NW Michigan! These young parents often live on their own, attend school, work low-paying jobs, and take care of their babies. This holiday season let’s spread our love to these struggling families. Let’s shower them with generosity by giving them Christmas cheer! Please consider supporting a young family during this time of joy!” Please visit the website to sign up generationsahead.org
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Just Do It! The Red Kettle signifies the holiday season. The tradition dates to San Francisco in 1891 when Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee wanted to provide Christmas dinner for the destitute and poverty-stricken. But how would he fund it? He drifted back to his sailor days in Liverpool, England. Where the boats came in, there was a large, iron kettle called “Simpson’s Pot” into which passers-by tossed a coin or two to help the poor. The next day Captain McFee placed a similar pot at the Oakland Ferry Landing at the foot of Market Street. Beside the pot, he placed a sign that read, “Keep the Pot Boiling.” He soon had the money to see that the needy people were properly fed at Christmas. You can help donate your time to ring the bell and fill the pot locally for the Salvation Army. Enlist family, kids, or friends. Just make it fun, dress up, bring your own holiday music. Heck, bring your dogs and have treats for other dogs. Many hands make light work! Register online to choose your date and location. We guarantee you’ll have fun. Registertoring.com. 22 NOV/DEC 2023 | BAYLIFE MAGAZINE
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With the holiday season quickly approaching, many wonder what wines to pair with foods. For the most part, I suggest you drink what you like. If you are into sweeter wines such as Late Harvest Riesling, don’t force yourself to drink a huge, bold and tannic wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon. But for those that enjoy drinking a wide array of wines, here are some suggestions for you to pair with your holiday feast.
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If you are cooking turkey or another lighter meat, I would suggest you pair it with a fuller bodied white such a Chardonnay or a lighter bodied red such as Pinot Noir. The chardonnay typically carries enough fruit with balanced acid to accompany these types of dishes while the lighter bodied pinot noir, with great aromatics and bright flavors works well.
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For those planning to cook a bit bolder meal such as beef tenderloin of a heartier game meat, pairing up a bolder, more structured red is the way I would go. A big Napa Valley Cabernet with bold tannins, dark fruit flavors and a rich mouth feel holds up to the rich flavors of the beef. Another suggestion would be a delicious Nebbiolo from Piedmont, Italy boasting earthy flavors powdery tannins and dark fruit flavors. There are obviously a great number of other wines that would match up to any type of dish you are preparing, so just stop in and we can help you out.
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The Women’s Resource Center’s Thrift Shops are always filled with exceptional treasures donated by the generous community of Traverse City. But when Carol Rose, thrift shop manager, was told by longtime WRC supporter Grace MacDonald, “I have a ring that I’d like to donate to the WRC” and that she would “drop it off in the next day or two,” she didn’t think too much of it. The next day, Grace arrived at the store driven by her niece. “She rolled down the window and handed me a ring box,” says Carol. “It took my breath away; the 36 diamonds in the ring were dazzling.” She went on to explain that Grace had always wanted a diamond ring and, on a whim, went to a local jewelry store and bought this beauty. Grace’s giving legacy and this beautiful ring are timeless treasures. It’s created a once in a lifetime opportunity to raise much-needed funds for the WRC’s mission with the chance to own a larger-than-life diamond ring.
Through the month of November, Grace MacDonald’s diamond ring (valued at over $11,000) will be displayed at Miners North Jewelers on Front St.
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— Left to right: Jill Samuelson, Andrea (Samuelson) Critchfield, Don Samuelson, Sam and Ryan Critchfield. (Not pictured: Robert Samuelson)
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Back in 1932, your family’s company was founded by Ralph Samuelson. How did your company evolve over four generations? “The Concrete Service Inc. was founded by Ralph Samuelson, who moved to Traverse City from Chicago. Originally, the business was established on Cass St. where the Firefly Restaurant sits today. In 1947, it moved to the Front St. location and has been there ever since. In the 1960s, Ralph’s sons, Don and Bob, took over the management and daily operations. In the mid 1990s, the third generation began when Ryan and Andrea (Samuelson) Critchfield assumed leadership.” Founded as a manufacturing company, tell us how you’ve grown your brand. “Still primarily a manufacturing company, we have been diversifying in recent years. In addition to our concrete block, redi-mix concrete, and septic tank sales, our newly remodeled showroom now offers hundreds of samples of natural stone, veneer, manufactured stone, pavers, and brick. Since the acquisition of Blue Star Landscape Supply in 2023, we now host this area’s greatest selection of natural stone, rocks, blocks, and landscape supplies, some of which are manufactured right here in Traverse City.”
April, 1939. Ralph with his block making machine: a master of efficiency. Ralph Samuelson was an innovator and pioneer who was featured in national trade magazines.
The Concrete Service showroom sits on Front St. and across the road is your impressive manufacturing plant. How many people do you employ and how many SKUs of products does that involve? “We currently have 54 employees. We have hundreds of SKUs and access to thousands more. Above all else, we are committed to our employees, their families, and continued service to the growth of the Grand Traverse area.” As a local rooted family company what are you most proud of? “We are thankful for the amazing opportunity we’ve had to help build the Traverse City area and are proud to watch it develop for over 90 years, one block at a time. The hard work and dedication of our employees along with valuable community ties have allowed us to grow into a strong business with a rock-solid foundation.”
The Concrete Service, Inc. at its original location on Cass Street downtown Traverse City
The family business just grew adding Blue Star Landscape Supply. How did that come about and what’s the vision long term? “When Blue Star became available, we realized it would complement our current landscaping inventory, as well as add a new convenient location for our customers. We are thrilled to have Sam, fourth generation, joining the family business. He is currently being mentored by Blue Star’s previous owner, Clare Svec, to ensure the continued high-quality service to our customers. We are so excited about what Sam brings to the table and look forward to his youthful innovations and ideas to continue growing and improving our businesses.”
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Written by Amanda Renkiewicz | All non-historical photos by Tom Balazs
“Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!” Dom Pérignon
Legend has it that sparkling wine was first discovered in 1693 in France by Benedictine monk Dom Pérignon, a pioneer of many of the important techniques still used in champagne production today. No matter who the credit belongs to, the world has been avidly in love with bubbly wine since the first sip. For Leelanau legend Larry Mawby, his journey to the Méthode Champenoise and Cuve Close Method of winemaking began fifty years ago in 1973. He began planting grapes during an unusually warm
November, giving him an ambitious head’s start for the following year. While still wines were his initial product, in 1984 he realized that the Leelanau climate and growing region were ripe for high quality sparkling wine production. By the late 90s, Mawby started exclusively producing Méthode Champenoise sparkling wines, abandoning still wine production completely. The decision has led them to become the leading manufacturer of sparkling wines in Michigan, a shimmering title that reflects their vivacity and brilliance in production.
An example of a grape press, one of the earliest photos Mawby has from the property.
“Too much of anything is bad, but too much Champagne is just right.” F. Scott Fitzgerald
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It’s always a season of sparkles at Mawby. In 2004, Mawby recognized a market for more affordable options for everyone to enjoy.
Deciding that sparkling wines weren’t only for special occasions, Mawby introduced a line of Cuve Close Method sparkling wines at a competitive price point. These fresh, fruity, and fun labels include Sex, Detroit, and Us. “With an emphasis on classic production techniques, sustainable farming methods and quality customer service, Mawby is on a mission to make life effervescent,” they explain. What’s in a name? Sometimes a lot of laws! The name “champagne” is jealously guarded by the region of Champagne, France, along with multiple international laws to protect it. With a very pointed message that “Champagne only comes from Champagne, France,” the name Champagne is reserved and used exclusively for the eponymous region and adhering to the standards defined for it. Others now using champagne styles respect the trademark and use the label “sparkling wines,” but does a rose by any other name smell as sweet? At Mawby, it certainly does. A dose of joy was added to the Mawby mix when Larry partnered with the Laing Family to help grow the business in 2009. Stu and Sharon Laing had been growing grapes themselves for several years. Larry had known them through the industry, and formed a partnership with them that evolved into a family business. The Laing’s sons, Mike and Peter, are equally involved and active in the entirety of the winery. Family fun takes on new meaning for Mawby and their team.
Early planting.
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“In a perfect world, everyone would have a glass of Champagne every evening.” Willie Gluckstern
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Tasting the stars is an apt description of bubbly wines, while the process to create such an intoxicating drink is much more down to earth. Believing that a bottle of wine is only as good as the grapes, each Mawby grape is picked by hand during harvest so as not to damage the fruit. The picking for sparkling wines is actually sooner than grapes for still wines, often arriving in late September or early October. After picking, the whole-cluster grapes are gently pressed in a bladder press, releasing the cuvee: a pure, clean, and bright juice with great acidity that’s used for their Méthode Champenoise wines. They use harder pressings, which carry more varietal flavor, for the more fruit-forward Cuve Close Method wines. Next, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel. A second fermentation in either the
bottle (Méthode Champenoise) or in a special tank (Cuve Close Method) creates natural bubbles. To their base wines, they add a little more yeast and some extra sugar, and seal the wine in the bottle or one of their tanks. As the yeast consumes the sugar it creates C02 (and a little more alcohol), which is absorbed into the wine. Mawby ages the Méthode Champenoise wines for two to seven years in the bottle, in close proximity to the yeast. The aging process increases the complexity of the wine through a process called yeast autolysis. Disgorgement and dosage follow when it’s time to remove the yeast. Riddling is a process to tilt the bottles and collect yeast in the neck for the Méthode Champenoise wines, while disgorging is unsealing the bottle and out pops the yeast. They top off the bottle with a little more wine and sugar to achieve the desired sweetness called dosage. The wine is then corked, cleaned, labeled, and voilà! A taste of the stars.
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Popularity is on another level at Mawby, with an astonishing 3,800 memberships, or Bubbleheads, as they are affectionately called. Their April and September shipments can be customized to each individual’s preference, something that Larry began right from the start. Before the internet age, he would send out a letter with a postcard for members to return with their specific bottle orders. “Our wine club model has always been customizable,” says wine club manager Claire Lepine. Along with tasting benefits, appreciation weeks, and first access to events, club members from casual drinkers to seasoned connoisseurs are welcomed and encouraged to have fun. Whether you visit the Mawby tasting room or purchase wine from afar, the staff are dedicated to showing you a good time, explaining that they’re in this business for the smiles!
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“Champagne is one of the elegant extras in life.” Charles Dickens
Larry’s legacy continues to impress and interest the local community.
He’s been a speaker at the Bay Theater in Suttons Bay for an evening of storytelling and continues to share his history of winemaking with others. “One thing that stands out at Mawby is the laughter,” Claire continues. “If you know Larry, you know his laugh. That’s a legacy that continues to this day; we try to keep things joyful and celebratory, because that’s what sparkling wine means to us.” Exciting events at Mawby are as plentiful as their grapes. New York Times best-selling author Abra Berens of the Pulp Cookbook did a stunning dinner series that immediately sold out. Mawby on the Road events took Mawby wines across the state and into unique restaurants. 2024 fun is already being planned, with vineyard tours, Table Four2 dining experiences, Leelanau trail events, brunches with local patisserie The Baker’s Gamble, and more. When life’s a party, celebrations must be had!
This is called “the cake”: it’s what’s leftover after all the grape skins go through the press.
An old-fashioned grape press.
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“Pleasure without Champagne is purely artificial.” Oscar Wilde
When a milestone like fifty years arrives, a celebratory sparkling is mandatory. Enter the 50th Anniversary Cuveé, an enigmatic and excellent sparkling wine. While it’s essentially a blanc de blanc with chardonnay and a bit of riesling, its exact origins are a mystery. It can never be replicated. Years ago, Larry had some wine he wasn’t happy with. He took it to another winery that had a copper still and had them distill the wine into a high alcohol beverage, then put it in a French Oak barrel. The barrel was then shuffled around until even Larry forgot what was in it. When it was recently rediscovered, the staff was delighted to find it tasted
like a cognac. They took their best-selling blanc de blanc as a dosage, and together it became the 50th Anniversary Cuveé, a Brut with history. After fifty years in the business, Mawby’s focus remains the same as when Larry poured his first glass: “To make incredible sparkling wine for all people and all moments, while respecting the land around them. Mawby believes that everybody has a little sparkle in them, and every occasion deserves a toast in an atmosphere that welcomes anyone and celebrates everyone.”
Bring on the bubbly!
Amanda Renkiewicz is a Traverse City native who loves bringing local establishments into the limelight. She can be found where wine is poured or fun is happening! She holds an MBA from Wayne State University and is busy making memories with her husband and their three children.
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next 2 seconds, I made up my mind to “send it” with the old drone (still a very good and expensive drone). As I launched my drone, it was raining, and I was trying to hide under my barn’s roof overhang to keep from getting wet while keeping sight of the drone. I couldn’t believe that I was finally getting the photo I had wanted to get for so long. To find a better composition, flew over Silver Lake, which I live next to, and that is when I froze. I didn’t know if my screen was playing tricks on me, but I was
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Cedar Lake seems like it’s in its own world, far away from the hustle and bustle of nearby M-22 and downtown Traverse City despite being only minutes away from the heart of the city. The modestly sized lake is lined by approximately 50 homes, many of which are handed down from generation to generation. The proximity to all the area has to offer while still feeling like its own well-kept secret drew a husband-and-wife duo to the lake several years ago during their hunt for the perfect property.
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The original house was built in 1945 and had a footprint of less than 600 square feet.”
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“The house was on the market for two days,”
one of the homeowners shares. “The original house was built in 1945 and had a footprint of less than 600 square feet.” While the home on their new land was a bit small and needed lots of work, the couple knew they wanted to do their best to preserve the property’s legacy. “There’s a lot of land preservation in Cedar Lake. Homes are handed down generations, which is what we want to do.” The pair decided to rebuild a small house on the footprint of the original structure and build their dream home just beyond. Later, they dubbed the small hideaway the “We Shed.” While the We Shed wasn’t large enough for a bedroom, the pair still wanted to use the space, so they turned it into a gathering spot complete with a small kitchen and an outdoor grill that family and friends alike enjoy as a respite from summertime activities just steps from the water. “We have 100 feet
of lakefront,” the homeowners explains. “We put in the beach so the kids could play; there wasn’t any sand or a beach there before.” Complete with a tri-toon and a seemingly endless supply of bass, pike, perch, and more just off the dock, the pair enjoy all the best parts of lake living. The nautical touches make the We Shed its own space with blue dock cleats serving as towel hooks, wicker and linen throughout, retro-style appliances, and, of course, beachy shiplap. Steps from the We Shed lies the main house, which holds three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. “We wanted to build a home that we were comfortable in and that other people were also comfortable in,” the homeowner shares. Comfort is combined with sleek touches through massive windows to let all the light in, a cool color palette with warm accents, and enough room for everyone.
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Local craftspeople worked with the couple during construction,
including Marc Burkholder of Burkholder Construction and architect Jessica Van Houzen Stroud. “We had a pretty good idea of what we wanted,” the homeowner says. “We wanted to make sure all the showers were seamless if we needed to get a wheelchair or something in there. We thought about what we’re going to need when we’re older.” With a few must-haves and complete faith in their building team, the pair embarked on their third custom-built home and the first one in Traverse City. The final product is a stately house that combined enough space for guests and the intimate feel the pair wanted. Finishing touches included handmade railings on the stairs that were installed on site by North Shore Iron Works to ensure a custom fit and a 400-pound front door and kitchen butcher block created by Olive Creek Furniture. “We are so lucky that we have a lot of local people up here.”
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The main floor is open concept with high ceilings that offer endless views of the lake.”
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The basement holds a pickleball court
and, though not to standard specifications, is used heavily for pickleball and tennis practice. The pair recently completed an outside pickleball court for games and practice in the sunnier months. When the summer nights get chilly, family and friends congregate on the upper deck where they can enjoy the fireplace, a movie, and some of the best sunsets in Traverse City. “We’re really active people,” the homeowner shares. “We like to do it all!” During the holidays, the couple plays host to their blended family as they come from near and far to enjoy lake living. “Last year, we hosted our first Thanksgiving and holiday season.”
Saying the house is perfect for hosting is putting it mildly. The main floor is open concept with high ceilings that offer endless views of the lake and all the bright sun northern Michigan can give. Pristine white walls and ceilings in the living room and kitchen makes the home feel massive while the texture of area rugs, patterned chairs, and large light fixtures make the space feel cozy and lived in. The most eye-catching feature of the main floor is just off the kitchen. A small wet bar is encased by dark cabinetry and hardware but lightened up by a beautiful wood bar. The gorgeous bar is handcrafted and made of locally sourced spalted maple. “We wanted to be ‘up north,’” one of the homeowners explains of the interior’s aesthetics. “We wanted pieces that made it feel like it’s lake living.” Inception Woodworks created the bar from a single piece of wood, leaving each wormhole and defining characteristic in the wood to make the piece as unique as possible.
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Wood accents
continue into the home through exposed beams with glossy black hardware that are tucked up in the high ceilings, drawing the eye up and giving the home a rustic-glam feeling. While much of the main floor is lit when the sun floods the home thanks to multiple windows, there are plenty of light fixtures to exude warm light. The entire main floor provides enough space for friends and family to gather on sumptuous furniture, along with an unbeatable view of the lake.
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The couple’s home is a wonderfully balanced blend of old and new where rustic chic meets timelessly modern.”
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The quick access to breathtaking lake views
isn’t the only thing eye-catching about the interior; Wendy Buhr from Ella’s in Traverse City helped the pair make the open concept shine. “She has a very eclectic taste and so do I,” one of the homeowners beams. “She pulled everything together in a magical way.” The most magical part of the home that sets it apart from others is the play on texture and dimension through small touches like mirrors and light fixtures. Mirrors in the bathrooms and mudroom add a personalized touch; an oblong steel mirror in the mudroom provides rustic vibes while a frilly white bathroom mirror lends itself to a more preppy, cooltoned dreamhouse look. Striking black and
white stone countertops and a darker colored office creates a more brooding, contemporary vibe. While all the different aesthetics found around the home might seem mutually exclusive, the home still feels complete and seamless. The couple’s home is a wonderfully balanced blend of old and new where rustic chic meets timelessly modern, all while keeping the property’s humble beginnings alive. “The We Shed is history in my eyes,” the homeowner says proudly. “If we would’ve taken that away, if would have been a big missing piece.”
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For me, few things can beat driving down a familiar road after a beautiful, heavy snowfall where every inch of the trees are covered. There’s a peace in this feeling that is hard to duplicate or explain. This was one of those mornings. All was right in the world.
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64 NOV/DEC 2023 | BAYLIFE MAGAZINE