Winemaker’s Selections for Fall 2024 Wine Club Allocation
WINEMAKER’S SELECTIONS FOR FALL 2024 WINE CLUB ALLOCATION Customize Your Fall Wine Club Allocation: A Guide to the Winemaker’s Selection As the crisp autumn air begins to weave its way through the vineyards, it’s the perfect time to curate your Fall 2024 Wine Club Allocation. Our Director of Winemaking, Drew Perry, has thoughtfully pre-selected an […]
To Decant or Not To Decant
Decanting wine is an age-old tradition that continues to captivate wine enthusiasts and novices alike. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, decanting serves a crucial purpose in unlocking the full potential of a bottle, allowing flavors to breathe and evolve. Whether you’re a seasoned oenophile or just dipping your toes into the world of wine appreciation, understanding […]
Winemaker’s Selections for Spring 2024 Wine Club Allocation
Spring has officially sprung and it is time for you to start making your selections for the Spring 2024 Wine Club Allocation. To help you in the journey, our Director of Winemaking Drew Perry has pre-selected three wines including a summer favorite, a popular white variety, and a delicious red blend. SUMMER FAVORITE: Pinot Noir Rosé […]
Unveiling the Art of Wine: A Tannin Tale
As we continue to learn more about the different components of wine, there is one important aspect we can’t ignore: the captivating presence of tannins. These compounds, nestled within the grape skins, seeds, and stems, weave a tapestry of flavors and textures that define the very essence of wine. Tannins are the silent architects, shaping […]
2023 Harvest Report
The 2023 Harvest season for Aurora Cellars has officially come to an end. We pressed a lot of fruit this vintage and wanted to share the vintage report. We caught up with Vineyard Manager Nick Florip to see how the season finished out. A major highlight from this season is that the harvest was picking […]
Uncovering the Secret Technique of The Punch Down
In the world of winemaking, there exists a ritual that is both ancient and revered, a practice as old as the vine itself, yet fundamental to the creation of some of the finest wines on the planet. It’s a ritual that winemakers perform with precision and dedication, often in the quiet solitude of their cellars […]
Premier California Wine Academy Highlights Austrian Varieties Grown on Leelanau Peninsula
One of Aurora Cellars’ staple red wines is our delicious, multi-award winning Blaufränkisch. But, did you know that Blaufränkisch is native to the Austrian wine region – mainly Burgenland – and is the second most popular red variety behind Zweigelt. Like Austria, Michigan is a cool climate wine growing region. While most of the world’s […]
Crushing It: The Impact Whole Cluster Fermentation Has on Wine Flavor
In the world of winemaking, where each grape cluster carries the potential for transformation, there exists a technique that has been quietly shaping the flavors and aromas of some of the most exceptional wines. It’s a technique that involves treating the grape clusters as more than just repositories of juice, but rather as vessels of […]
Fall 2023 Winemaker’s Selections
Fall is just around the corner and that means it is time for the members of our Proprietor and Somm Wine Clubs to start making their selections for the Fall 2023 Wine Club allocation. To aid in the process, Head Winemaker Drew Perry has preselected a collection of three wines that include a multi-award winning […]
Barrels of Bliss: Exploring the World of Wine Barrel Varieties
When it comes to winemaking, the choice of barrel can make a significant impact on the flavor, aroma, and overall character of the wine. Winemakers have long recognized the influence of barrels, and different types of wood and barrel styles offer unique attributes that contribute to the complexity and richness of the final product. From […]