The Aurora Cellars Estate: The Farmhouse
The Aurora Cellars Estate: The Farmhouse Looking to add a Victorian and rustic feel to your wedding weekend? Look no further than the Aurora Cellars Estate. Our beautiful three-bedroom, two-bath Victorian farmhouse was built in the late 1800s. Guests can enjoy a full kitchen with dine-in banquette seating, large dining room and gathering areas. When […]
Show Your Love to Teachers with Aurora Cellars
Aurora Cellars wants to work with you to spread love and appreciation to teachers through the month of March. Become a wine club member between Wednesday, March 1 and Friday, March 31, and Aurora Cellars will send a gift certificate to the teacher of your choice. Become a member of The Somm club, and your […]
What Is Happening in the Cellar?
Whether it is in a stainless steel tank or in an oak barrel, new vintages are fermenting and getting ready to make their debut in the tasting room. Right now, our winemaking team is starting to prep our whites for bottling and stirring our reds in the barrels once a week, among other things. Cellar […]
Aurora Cellars’ Taylor Simpson Shares Her Journey in the Wine Industry
We are honored to have our very own Taylor Simpson featured in Authority Magazine. She shares her journey into the wine industry as part of their “Wisdom from the Women Leading the Wine & Spirits Industry” series! Taylor and her brother, Sam Simpson, have co-owned Aurora Cellars since 2014. The siblings have a long heritage […]
What Is A Concrete “Amphorae” and How Is It Used In Winemaking?
Fermentation is one of the most important parts of winemaking. To help with the fermentation process, there are several types of vessels that can be used. The three most popular types are stainless steel tanks, oak barrels and clay tanks. Steel tanks and oak barrels are found in most wineries around the world. The use […]
Sulfites in Wine: Why They Are Important and How Do We Test For Them?
Importance of Sulfites in Wine What are sulfites (SO2) and why are they an important part of winemaking? Sulfites are inorganic salts that can act as preservatives and antioxidants in many types of food and drinks. Sulfites like sulfur dioxide, sodium bisulfites, and meta-bisulfites help reduce browning on fruits and vegetables and stabilize the potency […]
Aurora Cellars Comes Out on Top For Third Year in a Row at 2022 Jefferson Cup Invitational Wine Competition
For the third year in a row, Aurora Cellars has earned top honors at the Jefferson Cup Invitational Wine Competition. Aurora Cellars was awarded the Jefferson Cup Award for its non-vintage Brut Rosé, 2021 Grüner Veltliner and 2018 Medium Sweet Riesling. 2022 is the 23rd year of the Jefferson Cup Invitational honoring the best of […]
Reasons Why You Should Join a Wine Club
Join a Wine Club in Lake Leelanau, MI Discover the Benefits of Joining a Wine Club It seems like there’s a club for everything—sports, performing arts, and even board games. Wine clubs have become increasingly popular over the years and are the perfect way to try that brand you’ve always had your eye on. At […]
Holiday Sparkling Wine Cocktail: Cranberry Prosecco Punch
The holidays are a time to celebrate, make memories, and start traditions with friends and family . Why not enjoy an easy, four ingredient cocktail at the same time? This super simple Cranberry Prosecco Punch with hints of orange, cranberries, and our sparkling wine, Leora, is sure to be the perfect addition to the night. […]
How to Age Wine and What Makes It Age-Worthy
Red Wine Aging How to Age Wine and Why It Makes a Difference Wine comes in all varieties, each with its own merits. But some of the best bottles have been aged to perfection by professional winemakers. At Aurora Cellars, our wine selection features delectable, aged wines for all our Lake Leelanau, MI customers to […]