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 […]
Sipping Sustainability: Exploring the World of Vegan Wine
SIPPING SUSTAINABILITY: EXPLORING THE WORLD OF VEGAN WINE As more and more people embrace a plant-based lifestyle, the demand for vegan-friendly products continues to grow. For wine lovers who are also vegan, finding a wine that meets their dietary preferences can be a challenge. That’s where vegan wine comes in – but what exactly is […]
Residual Sugar: What Is It and What Does It Indicate in Your Wine?
When wine tasting or buying wine, you may have become familiar with the term ‘Residual Sugar’. But what is it and what exactly does it indicate when it comes to wine? Residual Sugar (RS) is the natural grape sugar leftovers in a wine after the fermentation finishes. According to Wine Folly, the sugar in grapes […]
New Vintages and New Releases This Season at Aurora Cellars
Aurora Cellars is gearing up for a new season and with this comes several new vintages and releases to our tasting room. This coming season, you will see some varieties the Aurora Cellars tasting room hasn’t seen before and a couple that will be returning after a short hiatus. Released in April will be the […]
Simpson Family Estates’ Sam Simpson Talks The Growing Demand of Red Wine
SIMPSON FAMILY ESTATES’ THE GROWING DEMAND OF RED WINE Over the years, the vineyards of Northern Michigan have gained the reputation of producing world-class white wines, but there has been an increase of red wine vines planted across the region. The increase comes as demand for the delicious red wines grow, and the longer warm […]
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 […]
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 […]
Holiday Appetizer and Wine Pairing: Fig and Blue Cheese Bruschetta Paired with 2018 Medium Sweet Riesling
With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, who wants to have to worry about making appetizers or meals that require a lot of work? Try this delicious Fig and Blue Cheese Bruschetta from The Pioneer Woman for a quick and easy appetizer that will satisfy any holiday guest. Fig and Blue Cheese […]