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Republicanbalance of the Sen ’t , “Th buried undS.D. (AP) — After says zero e is never over unti an addition will begin ate. Mar e math doesn’t s gained being a out on er the l the mor stan it in al 10,6 absentee counting add up for seven seat last week’s clock,” Tate k Begich, e than a foot snow, par din g abs powerful and ” s election, ent ee ball 82 said. more than Sull ivan’s cam said Ben Sparks, lots at several regi questioned bal- that will be cou nted Upper Midts of the Roc kies of with hurricastorm that hit Alas ots retu ona and the paig n man ka west were ne-force ters across if add ing that first icy touc winds over some Minnes getting thei weekend. age r, the state l voting cen- mai rned by the deadlin they are acc ord ing otans awo on Tuesday Addition led from inch es of And the rest h of arctic air toda r Win to thei r ke to with in thee. Ballots States ed Frid ay al votes will be cou . y. mon ter is stil l mo re more sno fres h pow der — 15 2 to 3 inch the East are of the Midwes th awa y, and then nt- The must be received Uni ted w expecte with hou es t but it doe tha n a nex t wee by dea dlin e d.

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Hardwa und er a foot below aver muc h as 40 deg dig ged rees sno as mu ch as 13 gin g out ano of snow Tue sda at leas t the 20s from the balm atu res said the re in Webster, Wis k at Ace age. the r foo consin, y — with The frigid w this mor inch es of store usu , with a ligh y 70s into t or air was pus ally seve nin snow in som e area t dus ting of win n snowbl owe rs sells six or hed in by Wisconsin, whe g in nor ther n before the storm two exp ecte d Colorado passes. re several s. In par in a typi ter. districts National , cal scho cancelled Wea into the temperatures dropts of Tha classes, whi ol orologist Just ther Service met teens — ped sold t’s how many the e- deg in Titus said le are in abo in ut stor rees two 20 “very poo e has day r conditio roads are exp belo w nor mal to 30 “It has n’t s.

— ecte n,” with bee n ove Thursday. d to remain thro and today, but rly bus y the ugh ing are buy ones that are com shovels,” ing snowblowers NEW YOR she said. and K (AP ) — the third For stra ball’s free ight year, base- the 34 qualifying offers have qualifying agents shunned been accepted. offers from “Players offe former team their red test the mar s and chose to fyin g offe r care the qualifull y con Some 10 yea side red thei ket.

All 12 free r opt ions rs ago, an decided went into age and elec nts wer to tronic sign e give who pursue effect in ordinance Midland. lion offersn the $15 .3 mil- free age ncy rath further said about Not mu the not to acce last week chose accept a $15.3 mill er tha n Until now ordinance since tha ch has been pt by Mon tract in a mar ion conp.m. deadlin day’s 5 . t time. be rob ust ket that should The Mid One of the e. give n the land Planni nom doze eco ic health n, Colorado outfield reviewed of the gam the ordina ng Commission e,” dyer, beca er Michael Cud- union head Tony rec nce and planning Clark said learned the ently free agen me the first major in an email. “I exp to increa t to switch se enforc age nt com ect sign own city is when he agre teams ement bec pen sati on free ers are ause som will lion, two-yea ed to a $21 mil- be an important The ordina violating the rule e part of bars. the New York r contract with gain ing in 201 6, rate flashin nce prohibits “sig as bee Met it n has s. ove r our ns Wor ld Seri g ent ire history.” es star Pab of displayi or moving lights or that incorpoSan dov al lo ng movin screens cap An offer also let the(San Fran cisc o) g images or otherw could able that ise change as did pitc deadline pass, only to a free agen be made seconds. at interva flash or move and first her Max Scherzer with the team for t who was The ls bas than 6 traffic safe se signs distract driv of less ToN nated hitte ema n-d esig - season. The price the entire y LasCar ty.” The latt was deterers r Victor Mar mined by and I (De imp based on the average tlasc act er tinez troi t), mdn.net studies tha part of that statem ari@ of the er Fra ncis and left -ha nd- top 125 major leag fast er tha t showed ent is cat che r co Liri ano and tracts this year by ue conn eve ry 6 if signsEdcha Rus average Clarnge sec ond s, increased k d ys his (Pittsburgh) sell Ma r tin annual value. veh icle in the Lago enjo . .

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Wine Guide | The Grapes

Michigan’s wine grape varieties

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ichigan grows a wide variety of wine grapes to suit every wine lover’s taste. Beginning more than a century ago with only a few native American varieties, today Michigan grows more than 50 different grape varieties, offering consumers a broad range of quality wines. There are three general categories of wine grapes in the United States: European varieties, native American varieties and French/American hybrids.

EUROPEAN VARIETIES These are all varieties of the single species of grapes native to Europe — vitis vinifera.

Chardonnay, Merlot, Riesling and Pinot Grigio are well-known names, but there are thousands of others. As Roman culture pushed north into Europe, the vines they brought adapted themselves to progressively cooler growing areas. Some of the greatest growing regions in Europe, such as Champagne, Germany and Alsace, are not unlike Michigan; the northernmost region of grape growing in Michigan is at the 45th parallel — the same as Bordeaux and Chianti. These European varieties grow best along the shores of Lake Michigan, where the “lake effect” moderates the temperatures.

Riesling This is an excellent cool climate grape that is best known in Germany and Alsace but also does well in Michigan. Many wineries produce excellent dry versions as well as the better known semi-dry and sweeter styles. There are also sparkling Riesling and ice wines.

Chardonnay A cool climate is important to keep the balance in this grape. Many wineries have invested in French oak cooperage for those special flavors so frequently sought after.

But several Michigan wineries also make traditional versions that are not aged in oak at all.

Pinot Gris/Pinot Grigio This grape, from the cooler parts of Northern Italy and Alsace, is also at home here in Michigan. In Europe, grapes are referred to as noir (black), blanc (white) and the mid-range that we call pink is “grey” — gris in French, grigio in Italian. Many people think that this is one of our best white varieties, and much more is being planted.

Cabernet Franc Known as one of the sources of great Bordeaux, its wine is similar to Cabernet Sauvignon but lighter and less astringent.

This is the second most widely planted red vinifera in Michigan.

Merlot This popular grape can be grown in Mich-

igan, if planted in the right areas, tended correctly and not over cropped. Michigan’s version is usually not as soft as those from California.

Pinot Noir This is a red grape of Burgundy. Commonly used in sparkling wine production, this is the most widely planted red vinifera.

When grown on good vineyard sites and cropped at levels appropriate for Michigan’s climate, the Pinot Noir also makes complex and elegant wines.

Gewurztraminer This variety has an exotic aroma and flavor — reminiscent of lichee nuts, rose petals and orange peel. It is a difficult grape

to grow, but delicious examples from several wineries prove it can be successful in Michigan.

Pinot Blanc A variety that makes very appealing light white wines.

NATIVE AMERICAN VARIETIES In contrast to Europe, there are many different species of grapes native to America.

The best known is vitis labrusca. The wellknown varieties Concord, Niagara and Catawba are close relatives of these native vines. When the Ohio River region, near Cincinnati, was the biggest wine growing region in the country, Catawba was its most important grape variety. Today, it is

relatively unknown, and the largest use for Concord and Niagara is in juice. You can, however, sample wines made from these three varieties at any St. Julian tasting room.

FRENCH/AMERICAN HYBRIDS These are hybrid crosses between European and native American varieties. Such hybrids are resistant to disease and cold.

They are popular with growers in the eastern United States because they adapt well to the climate and growing conditions, and contribute unique and intriguing flavors to the wines.

Vignoles A white-skinned grape that plays a strong role in Michigan is viticulture. It rivals Riesling as the world’s most versatile grape, producing sparkling wines, dry barrelfermented wines and intense and balanced semi-dry and late-harvest wines.

Chambourcin Perhaps the finest of the black-skinned hybrid grapes. Because it is a relatively late ripener, it grows best in the southwest portion of the state where the growing season is about 20 days longer. It can produce dark, concentrated wines with excellent structure as well as light, pleasant wines.

Seyval Blanc In many respects, this is the workhouse white hybrid grape. It blends well, its slight neutrality adding elegance to more assertive grapes like Vidal and Vignoles. In Michigan, it is not usually seen as a varietal wine.

Vidal Blanc This is another workhorse white hrybrid.

Semi-dry versions have pleasant aromas.

It is often blended with other varieties to make some of Michigan’s most important proprietary wines including Trillium from Good Harbor Vineyards and Tabor Hill Classic Demi-Sec. Chancellor This is a well-regarded red hybrid that grows successfully in the southwest portion of Michigan. It can be dark and mouth filling without astringency.

Marechal Foch Named for the famous French general, this grape is widely planted in Michigan. It can produce an exotic red wine, but is also a good blush wine grape.

Chardonel This relatively new Chardonnay/Seyval hybrid, ales a lighter, attractive wine not unlike Chardonnay.

Traminette A new hybrid relative of Gewurztraminer with an attractive spiciness.

Information from Michigan Wines, the official website of Michigan’s wine industry.

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Wine Guide | Popular and fun

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Wineries: A Growing Trend

merica’s wine culture was once thought to be centered around one place: Napa Valley. Today, though, wineries are among the nation’s fastest growing industries from coast to coast, including in Michigan.

Between 1979 and 2010, there has been a 1,152 percent increase in the number of wineries in America. Yes, more than 1,000 percent!

That dramatic growth in the wine industry is evident in most parts of the country, where new wineries are opening up and small, local vineyards are offering distinct, modern takes on this very old industry.

Why all the growth?

Culture

A big reason is that wine culture itself is growing.

Many people today enjoy drinking, sharing and collecting wine as a hobby. They will learn all about different varieties of wine, grow a taste for their favorite vintage and explore the many different flavors from around the world.

Exploring wine is a social event, too. Not only do people often drink wine in social settings — both big parties and small, intimate gatherings with friends and loved ones — but they can talk about wine and share what they’ve learned with other wine lovers.

Tourism

Another big reason for wine’s resurgent popularity is that it makes for great tourism.

Wineries have become major tourist destinations across America and Michigan, which is great from a business perspective. If you have friends or relatives coming from out of town, there’s a good chance you might spend time at a local winery. And those out-of-town dollars add up.

It’s also popular for local or regional tourists. You might enjoy a wine tasting, exploring all the different types available in your own hometown. Some people enjoy taking day trips, too, to see how wine is grown in vineyards near their home.

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The same thing applies to local wines. When you know where the wine came from, and perhaps even the person who created it, that makes the experience even richer.

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Wine Guide | Celebrations

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eer and champagne, sure. But are you looking to really set your wedding apart? If you’re a wine lover – and know plenty in your wedding crowd who are, too – why not add a few wines to your menu?

The Toast

There are plenty of options to consider when putting together a wine list and devising the perfect pairing with your wedding fare.

Champagne is the traditional option for toasting to the future, but remember, this is your special day. You can choose to have your guests raise glasses of sparkling wine or another wine of your choice to celebrate your wedding. The choice of wine over champagne will be just one more reason your wedding will stand out as a memorable occasion to your guests.

How to Choose

Maybe you have a special connection with a specific wine. Did you and your future spouse meet over a Chardonnay or Merlot? Is your region well known for a certain type of varietal? If so, that is reason enough to include a wine option for you and your guests. Talk over your options with your wedding planners, who will have some experience in building menus, drink lists and even wine-themed parties.

Wine-themed Wedding Favors

Bolster the wine theme with similarly spirited wedding favors. From wine goblet place-card holders to complimentary (miniature) bottles of wine, your tables can be decorated in full-on wine gear.

And even before the wedding, your invitations can be designed with wine in mind. From wine bottles to stoppers, wine is synonymous with many visual cues that will make your wedding theme instantly recognizable.

Marrying Food & Wine

No matter what your guests will eat at your reception, you can find a general range of wines to please their palates and enhance their meals. Stick with a combination of popular whites, such as Chardonnay, and reds, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon. Pinot Noir and White Zinfandel are a couple of light-bodied wines that can be ideal for a party atmosphere.

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Wine Guide | Entertaining

Easy rules for wine and food pairings W

alk into many wine and spirits stores, and you will encounter a dizzying array of selections. To novice dinner party hosts, the vast array of wines and flavors can make selecting a bottle or two to accompany a meal a bit more challenging. But one need not be a master sommelier to find the right pairing. The following tips can help anyone select wines to go with their menu or the type of occasion.

• Work from light to dark. Just as you begin a dinner service with some appetizers and salad before moving to heavier courses, the wine should follow suit. Select lighter wines to accompany the earlier course before opting for deeper, richer wines as the meal progresses.

• Consider champagne to accompany appetizers and opening courses. Champagne works particularly well with salty foods, which is why it is often a good match for hors d’oeuvres. If your’s is a cocktail party only, you may want to exclusively serve champagne, which typically pairs well with passed finger foods and even bite-sized desserts.

• Opt for sauvignon blanc when you do not want the flavor of the wine to be overwhelmed by the food. Sauvignon blanc works with early courses that pack a flavorful punch. Sauvignon blanc can be grassy or tropical in flavoring, depending on the region in which the grapes were grown. It is com-

monly described as crisp and fresh in flavor and is often recommended with sushi.

• Match delicate seafood dishes with a light wine. Pinot grigio or chablis are delicately flavored and will pair well with seafood. Fish that is served in a rich sauce may be better matched with a heartier chardonnay.

• Make rosé your go-to wine when serving cheese. Although some cheeses work great with white or red, rose is typically a safe bet when serving cheese because of its acidity and fruity character, offering the best of both worlds.

• Hearty meats, such as steaks and chops, pair well with rich reds. Cabernet sauvignon and bordeaux are great when paired with meat. Malbec and shiraz can hold their own if meats are spiced and flavorful.

• Rustic wines will work best with rustic recipes. Try to find a wine from the same region from which the meal originated. Pinot noir is a light-bodied red wine that has full flavor and can work with many pasta dishes as well as earthy ingredients, such as mushrooms.

Though some people follow a strict personal code regarding wine pairings, your personal tastes should dictate what you ultimately serve. Experimentation can yield an unexpected flavor combination that complements the nuances of both the food and the wine.

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Wine Guide | Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail

The wines of Southwest Michigan Tony Lascari tlascari@mdn.net

J

ayne Wagner parks her car and walks with three dogs into the front door of Hickory Creek Winery in Buchanan.

The dogs, an old lab and two younger corgis, are part of the experience at the small winery owned by Jayne and her husband, Eric. Eric’s in the back room, visible through a window from the tasting room.

A group comes in and he leads a tour and tasting experience for the guests. The intimate environment of the small winery is comfortable for the Wagners, who own a nearby farm and spend part of their time in Chicago — a major market for the wineries in Southwest Michigan.

While Michigan may be known for its sweet wines, Hickory Creek is an excellent showcase for the effort to expand beyond that niche. Hickory Creek’s goal is to showcase European-style wines made with Michigan’s grapes.

“We want to stay small and keep things hand-crafted and locally sourced,” Jayne said. “We want to keep it focused and make great wine.”

Behind the tasting bar, Amaris Quinlan puts guests at ease with a sense of humor that makes the experience feel like you’re hanging out with a friend. Quinlan’s job includes expanding people’s experience with Michigan wines beyond sweet wines, because Hickory Creek’s wines tend heavily toward the dry.

“A lot of people who love European wines love to come here because most Michigan wines tend to be sweet,” she said.

The winery’s dry red wines stand out above the rest offered in Southwest Michigan. Don’t miss the 2012 Syrah, 2008 Cabernet Franc and 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon, which Quinlan describes as the smoothest Cab Sauv in the county. She’s right. Also worth trying is the 2012 Gruner Veltliner, which other wineries don’t offer.

When driving the backroads to Hickory Creek, you’ll pass many acres of vines. Take note, because those could be what’s served in a future bottle of Hickory Creek wine.

“Whatever’s not grown here, we source from within 20 miles,” Quinlan said.

All of the winemaking is done on site, in addition to the bottling and hand labeling.

People can see the whole process during a visit. Quinlan said it’s a lot of fun to experience the different stages of wine making and share that with wine lovers who visit.

Beyond wine, Hickory Creek also offers a small cottage for rent, and Quinlan said having the land to yourself at night is a

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A sign at the entrance to Karma Vista Vineyards & Winery in Coloma sits in front of the grape vines that produce juice for Karma Vista’s wine. The winery has a wide selection and excellent views from its tasting room. special experience. end you have a 360-degree view of the vines can be about as “local” as you can get to Hickory Creek was my final stop on a tour that produce grapes for the wine you’re your food. The winery is a second business of wineries, and it should be on your list if about to taste. Visiting a Michigan winery Continued on pages 8-9 you visit the region, either for the wine or on your way to Chicago. While this winery’s dry wines shined, the sweet wines took the spotlight at other stops. The region has an official wine trail called the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail that stretches from New Buffalo to Kalamazoo and Saugatuck. Two dozen wineries and tasting rooms offer a variety of wines and atmospheres. There also are wineries that are not officially part of the 109 N. Second Ave. trail, so do some research if you plan to go.

Along with Hickory Creek, a standout Alpena, MI 49707 among the region’s offerings is Karma 989-358-9463 Vista Vineyards & Winery in Coloma, near thunderbaywinery.com the beginning of the trail if you’re heading there from Midland. The tasting room has without question the best view of the seven wineries I visited. Pulling up the long driveway you’re heading uphill, and at the

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RIGHT: Eric Wagner, left, owner and winemaker at Hickory Creek Winery in Buchanan, leads a wine tasting for a tour bus group. Hickory Creek features European-style dry red wines made from grapes sourced from its own vineyard and from growers within 20 miles of the small winery.

ABOVE: Bottles of Mezzo wine are stored on a wine rack at Free Run Cellars in Berrien Springs. Mezzo is a semi-dry blend of Gew端rztraminer and Traminette.

Sunday, November 23, 2014 | Page 9 for the owners, who also grow other fruit on their farm, including peaches used to make a peach-based wine.

At Karma Vista, you’ll find a friendly, talkative and informative staff, which makes any tasting experience better. Try the ’12 Stone Temple Pinot, which is a great Pinot Nior, and the ’11 Karisma, which is a mix of two parts Merlot and one part Syrah. Razza Blanca, with raspberries blended with Sauvignon Blanc, was described by one taster as “a party” and the Cherry Amour, with hints of cinnamon, was great.

Another must-stop on my list is St. Julian Winery in Paw Paw. St. Julian is the state’s oldest and most awarded winery, with more than 10,000 honors. The first stop on a tour of the winery is in an awards room with the walls covered in medals, plaques and ribbons won in the 1980s and 1990s.

“It’s kind of exciting to work for a winery that’s paved the way for others,” said Shelly Claflin, assistant manager.

The winery’s founder, Mariano Meconi, started his first winery in Windsor, Ontario, during prohibition in the United States.

When prohibition ended, he moved his operations to Detroit, and then to Paw Paw to be closer to the grapes.

“He chose the region because it’s just grape growing central right here,” Claflin said.

The St. Julian estate vineyard is on Mountain Road, and there’s a wine named for it on the menu, but they also buy from other growers within a 45-mile radius, Claflin said.

“The reason things grow so well here is Lake Michigan,” she said, describing how the water changes the climate, creating a longer growing season. There’s also sandy soil that lends itself to better drainage that the vines prefer.

All of the wine production is done on site. Trucks unload grapes behind the tasting room. Whites go into a crusher and de-stemmer and then a membrane press, while reds are still hand pressed, Claflin said. From there, the juice is mixed with other ingredients and stored in either barrels or stainless steel tanks. On the tour, you see both the white wine cellar and the red wine cellar. St. Julian’s barrels come from Hungary, France and the United States, and each impacts the wine differently, Claflin said. After fermenting and aging, bottling is done with a machine that can make custom labels for all of St. Julian’s wines. St. Julian also bottles for some of the other producers in the area, Claflin said. Some people might not realize all of the work at St. Julian is still done on-site, despite its large size, Claflin said.

“It’s totally 100 percent Michigan,” she said. “It’s fun. I had no idea until I started working here.”

There’s a growing interest in wine and people want to be more sophisticated with pairings, Claflin said. The winery is starting to offer events year-round to draw people to the tasting room and to educate them.

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St. Julian Winery in Paw Paw is located right off of I-94, making it an easy stop on the way to Chicago. St. Julian is Michigan’s oldest and most awarded winery.

Tours are available, giving visitors a behind the scenes look into wine production.

There are wine and cheese events, blending parties and soon there will be a passport to mark off activities throughout the year.

Winema–––ker Nancie Oxley is the first female commercial winemaker in Michigan. She regularly goes into the vineyards and checks grapes to ensure they are ready for harvest, Claflin said. Oxley also tests throughout the winemaking process to ensure a high quality. “She knows the grapes from the ground up,” Claflin said.

This intimate knowledge helps the wine making team produce high quality offerings. “They do a really nice job of creating really fun, new and exciting wines,” Claflin said.

Among the new offerings is one made with Albarino grapes, which are native to Spain. “We’re the first winery in the state to grow it,” Claflin said, and it’s worth a try if for that reason alone. Part of doing a wine tour is finding what’s unique to that winery and giving it a try. Some of the more traditional St. Julian wines worth trying are the Late Harvest Riesling and Sweet Revenge.

Another stop along the trail is 12 Corners Vineyards & Winery in Benton Harbor, which has a friendly staff, large tasting room and offers live music on Saturdays. Its best sellers are River Stone Red and Beach Cottage Vacation White. Other stops include Free Run Cellars in Berrien Spings and its sister winery, Round Barn Winery, Brewery and Distillery in Baroda. Free Run Cellars Continued on page 11

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Wine Guide | Lake Michigan Wine Trail

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ABOVE LEFT, The namesake round barn is seen at Round Barn Winery, Distillery and Brewery in Baroda.

During the summer, the Round Barn Grille offers food to provide nourishment during a wine tour through the region.

ABOVE RIGHT: Cabernet Sauvignon and a cherry wine are poured for a tasting at 12 Corners Vineyards in Benton Harbor. The winery features a large tasting room and gift shop, outdoor seating during the summer and live music on some Saturdays. Its best sellers are River Stone Red and Beach Cottage Vacation White.

makes small batch wines and spirits, and its Moscato, Mezza and Indulgence wines are the best of what I tried. Skip the reds here, and if it’s busy, be patient with the staff. At the Round Barn, which gets its name from the white round barn that it calls home, the Redel Doux is worth a try.

If you’re planning to make a trip to visit several wineries, consider making it an overnight trip. You could stay in St. Joseph and catch a sunset at the county park along Lake Michigan. I ate at On the River Tavern in St. Joseph, which had a friendly staff, great food and a view of a river. Craft beers are on tap, if you need more than just wine.

Whatever your plans are, make the trip your own. That’s a theme in Southwest Michigan’s wine region, as each person will have their own preferences for wines and wineries. That’s great in the eyes of Tony Peterson, owner of Contessa Wine Cellars in Coloma, a short drive from Karma Vista.

Like others in the area, Contessa uses only Michigan wines grown on site and near the tasting room. Like others, Contessa’s staff teaches visitors about wines, because as Peterson says, the same wine can offer a different experience based on its temperature, food pairings and even the drinker’s mood.

Like others, Contessa benefits from the region’s proximity to Lake Michigan, which protects vines in the spring and extends the growing season in the fall. What’s different, Peterson said, is the magic of the winemaking.

“Everybody’s going to have their own style of winemaking,” Peterson said. “We all use Michigan grapes. The difference is how you make the wine.”

And if someone doesn’t like his wine, he’s not offended. Maybe they’ll like another winery in the area.

“Enjoyment is first and foremost,” he said.

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Wine Guide | Fruity Taste

The Low-Down on Merlot

A look at the world’s most popular red wine

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ts fresh, fruity flavor has helped Merlot explode in popularity since the 1990s, becoming the biggest selling red wine in the world. Some of the most exclusive and expensive wines are Merlot-based, too.

And here in America, Merlot has emerged as an incredibly popular drink that is grown extensively in Washington State and California, and other places including Michigan.

Fortunately for wine lovers, Merlot can also have a wide variety of flavor profiles depending on where it comes from and how it is made.

While all Merlots are based on the flavors of red fruits such as cherries, plums or raspberries, they can take on tones of spice, vanilla, cedar or smoke when they ferment in oak.

In fact, because they have such a pleasant, fruity flavor, Merlots are among the best selections for people just starting to explore red wines. Their medium body and low tannin content makes them ideal for most people.

FOOD PAIRINGS

The same traits that make Merlot so popular to drink also make it easy to pair with dishes.

Like most red wines, Merlot works well with red meats such as beef, but it’s also flexible enough to be used with poultry or pork. Salads and pastas are commonly paired with Merlot to let its fruity flavor shine through.

HISTORY

Merlot is actually a newcomer to the wine lover’s spotlight.

The Merlot grape dates back to very early in France’s history, but it wasn’t

officially recognized as a distinct variety of grape until the 19th century.

Merlot is most closely associated with the Bordeaux region of France, and today it is grown more than any other grape in the country.

Why all the popularity?

Much of it stems from a scientific study that reported the health benefits of red wine in the 1990s.

Because Merlot is among the most approachable of red wines, with its easy-to-love taste, it was the variety of choice for wine lovers who wanted the heart benefits of drinking red wine after the study was publicized.

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Wine Guide | Etiquette

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Ordering Wine on a Date

ou picked the perfect restaurant, the appetizer is ordered and the only thing left is to select the perfect bottle of wine.

To splurge or not to splurge? That is the question when it comes to finding an appropriate wine to impress your date.

Research is Key

Most restaurants post their wine selections online, so a bit of due diligence will equip you with the knowledge of which wine works with which food. You don’t have to become an expert to feel prepared — just get to know the basics.

Which wines are considered light and can complement a nice chicken or pork dish?

Which ones are darker and meant to be sipped before and after a meal?

Knowing the wine’s producer, the grape variety and the region in which the wines you’re interested in are produced also can help you decide.

Also figure out your price-point and see if you’ll be able to find a bottle of wine in that range. Ordering a full bottle can help score you points in the spending category.

Use the Restaurant Staff

If you don’t have time to fully prepare yourself, don’t be afraid to use your lifeline — the restaurant staff.

Many top-tier restaurants feature a wine specialist who is available to answer any and all wine-related questions you can think of. These sommeliers are the people who actually put together the wine list and know it like the back of their hands. This is who you want to track down.

If your restaurant doesn’t have a wine expert, ask your server or manager for some details.

The key is toeing the line between being a conversational customer and one who won’t stop asking questions. The latter will likely bore your date and make you seem indecisive. And if this is a first or second date, then that is not the image you want to portray.

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Wine Guide | Recognition

State wines taking their place on the national stage

By Gordon Wenk

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ichigan’s wine industry has experienced a continued growth trend over the last decade and is an important economic marker of the state’s agricultural economy.

“Our shining star is Michigan’s food and agriculture industry,” Gov. Rick Snyder said recently. “And the great news is that star keeps shining brighter, helping Michigan’s economy to grow even stronger.”

The wine industry in Michigan offers opportunities for growth as the wines of the state gain notoriety around the country in major competitions and through increased representation by distributors, restaurants and retailers. Growing from just 19 wineries in 1998 to 107 in 2014, the market share for Michigan wines in Michigan exceeds 6 percent and shows no signs of slowing in the years ahead. The large number of varieties and grapes that are grown to produce wine and growing

experience of the state’s winemakers and vineyard managers make Michigan “a state to watch.”

The state’s growing reputation as a wine producing region is attracting celebrity interest, including HGTV DIY Host Carter Oosterhouse and his actor wife Amy Smart of “Justified” fame. Together with brother Todd Oosterhouse, they are opening Bonobo Winery on Old Mission Peninsula near Traverse City. The winery and tasting room are set in a spectacular setting overlooking Grand Traverse Bay. “With the family’s roots here in Michigan and the growing reputation of the Michigan wine industry, the Oosterhouses’ plans to start a winery naturally led them to the Traverse City area,” says Heather Fortin, marketing manager.

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The cider maker is a farmhouse style producer with ambitions of national distribution. Michigan is one of the country’s largest apple producing states and Hall is working closely with local growers to find the right varieties of apples for his cider.

Joining the ownership team this year at Chateau de Leelanau Winery on Leelanau Peninsula is Kyle Cook, former offensive lineman of the Cincinnati Bengals. He became enthralled with the wine business after spending time on the Leelanau Peninsula and found common interests with soon to be partner Matt Gregory. Gregory is a member of the highly respected Cherry Bay Orchards family in Northwest Lower Michigan, whose acreage in cherries ranks among the top in the state. “I grew up in the country farming,” Cook said when he announced his investment in Chateau de Leelanau. “I like the whole aspect of the ‘grape to glass,’ of turning something that grows

on a vine into something you can drink. Wine is a great product you can share with people.”

This summer’s City of Riesling Celebration in Traverse City, with noted Riesling authority Stuart Piggott, is another signal of the state’s rise to prominence on the national stage. Events featured a screening of Mr. Piggott’s short film Watch Your Back (Part 1) at Michael Moore’s Bijou By the Bay, book signing events (Best White Wine on Earth — The Riesling Story) and a symposium to honor the Riesling variety grown in regions around the world including Michigan. Winery representatives from California, Oregon, New York and Ontario were on hand to discuss their wines.

On the horizon are exciting developments at educational institutions across the state, as they scramble to develop curriculum to train workers entering the wine, beer and spirits industries; new varieties of wine grapes that are being developed for colder regions of the Midwest;

programs to recognize wineries and vineyards that adopt environmentally sustainable practices; and consumer trends toward lower alcohol products, such as hard cider and sparkling wine. These developments keep the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council on its toes and looking ahead to help guide the industry for new opportunities as they arise.

In May, the council organized the first-ever Michigan Wine Showcase in Chicago with 25 wineries participating in trade and consumer tasting events to put premium Michigan wines on the palates of Chicago customers. Export opportunities are also an emerging area of growth potential, with several Michigan winemakers shipping product to China, Japan and Europe to date.

The future is certainly a bright one for the state of Michigan and its wine industry.

Gordon Wenk is chair of the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council.

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Wine Guide | 2014 Michigan Outlook

Cold winter, cool summer reduce harvest

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Karel Bush Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council

evere cold events from January through March of this year resulted in damage to grapevines that reduced fruitfulness for many of the more cold-tender varieties used for wine production in Michigan.

“We anticipate approximately 50 percent reduction in the size of the state wine grape crop compared to the record 7,600 tons reported in 2013,” said Gordon Wenk, chair of the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council.

The impact varies widely around the state. Temperatures hovered below minus 5 for three days in early January in the southwest counties of Berrien and Van Buren, while Leelanau and Grand Traverse counties near Traverse City escaped damaging temperatures until late February. At that time, Lake Michigan was 90 percent frozen, eliminating the lake effect benefit that Michigan growers typically enjoy.

The extended, extreme cold during the winter of 2013-2014, referred to as the “Polar Vortex,” was the coldest in Michigan since 1993-1994.

More than 40 varieties of grapes are used for wine production in Michigan. Some varieties, like Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc, are more susceptible to damage from prolonged cold temperatures. Growers have prepared applications for USDA federal disaster assistance programs that will help mitigate some of their financial losses.

The cool, wet summer of 2014 delayed ripening of the smallerthan-average crop. Growing degree day data indicate that heat accumulation is behind the five-year average by approximately 15 percent in wine grape growing regions, making 2014 the coolest growing season in Michigan since 2009. Pest pressures also increased due to the weather.

“This season was one of the coolest and wettest in the recent past, and this made management of diseases and insect pests very challenging for some growers,” said Keith Mason of Michigan State University Extension.

In 2015, consumers may face a reduced selection of styles and labels from Michigan’s 2014 vintage due to the damage to cold-tender varieties. However, wine inventories are in good shape at most wineries as a result of highly productive vintages in 2012 and 2013.

“Many wineries restrict their sources of grapes to within the Great Lakes State as there is strong dedication to Michigan and its sub-appellations throughout the industry,” said Wenk.

Federal and state wine laws permit wineries to source fruit from outside the state, as long as the wine is labeled correctly.

Michigan ranks in the top 10 states in wine grape production in the United States, usually landing in the fifth to eighth position in ranking.

The Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council is a 12-member panel that supports the growth of the grape and wine industry in Michigan. It is housed in the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development.

Michigan grape growers had to ensure a frigid winter, followed by a cool and wet summer, both of which caused yields to be down in 2014. However, most wineries still have excellent inventories due to the highly productive vintages in 2012 and 2013.

“This season was one of the coolest and wettest in the recent past, and this made management of diseases and insect pests very challenging for some growers.”

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