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Fall 2022 Winemaker’s Selections
Head winemaker Drew Perry has selected an award-winning sparkling wine, a delicious and elegant red blend, and a member favorite white for the Fall 2022 Winemaker's Selections for wine club members. Continue »
Comments (1)LOCAL NEWS: Simpson Family Estates Kicks Off Five-Year Campaign For Leelanau Children’s Center With Farm-To-Table Dinner
Aug 19, 2022 at 12:53 PM
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How the Leelanau Peninsula Became an American Viticultural Area
The Leelanau Peninsula became an American Viticultural Area in 1982. We take a look at how it earned the AVA status, the land, and what it takes to become one. Continue »
Aug 18, 2022 at 7:34 AM
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The Heritage of Fruit Farming on the Leelanau Peninsula and Why It Is Important to Good Harbor Vineyards
The Simpson Family has been fruit farming on the Leelanau Peninsula for over 40 years. We look at how their long history of farming got started and how it benefits the product that the winery produces. Continue »
Aug 8, 2022 at 4:44 PM
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Good Harbor’s Sparkling Wines Continue to Gain National Attention
Good Harbor Vineyards' Blanc de Noirs from our John W. Simpson Sparkling Series was recently named as one of "The Best American Sparkling Wines to Try Right Now" by Pix Wine. Continue »
Aug 1, 2022 at 8:52 AM
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Good Harbor Receives Recognition From VinePair For Its 2021 Pinot Grigio
Good Harbor's 2021 Pinot Grigio recently received national recognition from VinePair and was named among "The 13 Best Pinot Grigios of 2022". Continue »
Jul 27, 2022 at 12:30 PM
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Good Harbor Bay and How The Vineyards of Good Harbor Benefit From It
All of the vineyards for Good Harbor Vineyards are within a two mile radius of the Good Harbor Basin. We take a look at how their location benefits the grape growth. Continue »
Jul 22, 2022 at 9:07 AM
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Good Harbor Vineyards Brings Home Big Awards From 2022 TEXSOM International Wine Competition
Good Harbor's Blanc de Blanc from the John W. Simpson sparkling wine series was awarded Judge's Selection during the 2022 TEXSOM International Wine Compeition. Continue »
Jul 19, 2022 at 5:24 PM
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White Wine Margarita Recipe
Enjoy a refreshing margarita with your next Mexican meal or by the pool! The Good Harbor Vineyards White Wine Margarita features our delicious Pinot Grigio! Continue »
Jul 18, 2022 at 5:10 AM
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Beginners Guide to Red Wines
Different types of red wines can be distinguished by their color, which is determined by the grape variety used, the way the wine is made, and the aging process. Continue »
Jul 2, 2022 at 1:56 PM
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