I was blown away by the wines! If you love Merlot you need to experience theirs, best Merlot on…read moreeither peninsula. The Rose' was very good. You honestly cannot go wrong with any of the wines! The owners are so incredibly nice and I felt like I was visiting an old dear friend, instead of meeting for the first time. Just made my trip that much more special. Between my brother in law and myself we left with $600 worth of true treasures !! Including the wall art which is their bottle labels

The owner is so kind and passionate about the what he does. He knows his wine and reads well of…read morewhat people would want. His recommendations were on point and I enjoyed every wine I tried as he let us try all of wines we were interested in to make sure it was what we thought. The tasting room is nestled in the vineyard with a homey vibe and great music. Would definitely go back just to talk to him again. Please go and support!

Another great Winery. With different great spots to sit at and take in the views of the vineyard…read more They also had some great photo spots. Staff was great and friendly. And the wine was super

Great winery on old mission. We had the friendliest server and the best conversation. Very pleased…read morewith our wine flight as well. Definitely worth a stop if your on old mission. And just look at that view.

Sarah was the best. Understanding one's palette is difficult, but she nailed it. We had a blast…read moreeven buying some of the cider! Highly suggest the lemon. Crisp and just as delicious as a lemon bar. The ambiance is a typical wine tasting room. I would be wise about the time you go cause it fills up fast.

I want to start out by saying that the woman who led our tasting, Sara, is fantastic! She was…read morebubbly and friendly and fun to talk to. We walked in after having grabbed some sandwiches to-go from a spot up the street that doesn't have a dining area. Generally, places that don't offer food and wineries are welcoming of bringing in food with you. But I usually like to check ahead of time, just in case it is one of those few that doesn't allow it. I walked up to an open spot at the tasting bar and asked if it was alright for us to bring our food in, and it was not a problem at all. There are many MANY wineries from which to choose in the area. Verterra won out for us for two reasons: 1 - proximity to our hotel and 2 - proximity to food options. I was not disappointed with our experience, especially since it was made out of convenience. Since I was visiting with my family, including my mother, I don't know how much anything cost. My mom took care of the check for us...our tasting, our glasses, and the couple bottles we left with. But I honestly don't think it was terribly expensive, and a cursory glance at other reviews have me thinking it is $5 for five tastings. That is certainly fair for what I have seen across the midwest and beyond in the US. They have a great variety of wines to choose from, as well. I opted to begin with some drier wines, before making my way to my wheelhouse...my sweet spot, you might say....the sweet wines. My sister and I tasted different wines so we could maximize our sampling and share. The wines were all delightful. I am always a sucker for an ice wine and they have the cutest little tasting glasses for the ice wines. But I think I recall really liking the riesling and vignoles. I got a glass of the riesling to go with my lunch and a bottle of the vignoles to bring home with me. They also have a selection of their cider. You can even mix and match your own four-pack (so I got one of each to bring back home with me). I have tried them all now and as a cider-lover I gotta say...stick to the wine. But if you are NOT a wine drinker, it is nice to have a couple other options here. The glass I got went well with my sandwich, and we enjoyed sitting for a spell and eating and drinking at one of the small tables set back a bit from the tasting bar. The music playing was also pretty great. Like I said, there are a LOT of wineries in the area to choose from (more than 25 between Leland and Traverse City along one road!) You could absolutely do worse than Venterra. My visit just inspired a desire to visit MORE wineries in the area to get that good stuff! I enjoyed my visit here, and I think you will too!

wines are top shelf service is friendly…read moreambiance is swanky two thumbs up fire pits and outdoor seating

This is a bit off the beaten path, but it's a quiet, tranquil place to sit outside, enjoy some…read morewine. Staff are super helpful. Dog friendly (so this is Maeby Approved!) they also serve a beautiful cider from French Road Ciders. Try the potato chips that are paired with wines! Inside is air conditioned.

Bel Lago...go for the views, and drink only the rose…read more Was expecting SO much from Bel Lago, and if you are a sweeter wine drinker, you are going to be disappointed. Service was fantastic! The gentleman that helped up suggested the NoMI, and if he hadn't, I would have thought every wine here was awful. The rose is delightful. The other sweeter whites? I had to force myself to finish the tasting. Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Ice Wine are all varieties I typically enjoy, but these were all a pass. If you find yourself at Bel Lago, and are a sweet wine drinker, get the NoMI, head outside. and enjoy the view of Lake Leelanau!

I'm a sweet wine lover, my husband is a dry. This place has something for everyone! The wine is SO…read moreGOOD. The staff is friendly & knowledgeable. The nomi & mulled wine they make is delicious is for me. Hundband loves the blankwnfisch or the bouquetti.The ambiance is relaxing, the views are gorgeous. This is my favorite winerary on both peninsulas!

The one vineyard we decided to stop at while driving through the peninsula. It has a modern and…read morecasual vibe. I almost forgot I was in Michigan because all I could see was hills of grapevines while ambient music played on the speakers--it felt like I was in Europe lol. I ordered a glass of white wine and a pretzel that came with cheese and mustard. They sell all their bottled wines inside the store and do wine tastings. I purchased a bottle of their red wine to bring home because the prices were really fair! Fiat was there advertising their version of a golf cart, and I was lucky enough to win the tiniest little speaker from them lol.

We like this winery but I have to knock off a star. Prett stingy on the taste pours, unlike the…read moreother wineries we visited yesterday and today. Hard to get a good mouth feel. My wife and I will get our own but usually mix it up so it's hard to get a flavor just on wetting the lips. The Gammy Nior was always my favorite and has fallen out of favor. Our bottle count has fallen the last year. I hope the vintage improves next year.

Amazing outdoor tasting room. Great for groups and a leisurely afternoon. I tried a flight of…read morewhite. My husband tried Brio red. We ordered a Mexican trio that took forever to come out. When working on a flight, you should have some food with it. I had to save my third for when the food came out. Why three cold items took that long to come out, is beyond me. It's not housemade either. Jarred salsa, guac and cold creamy street corn. Hmm Still a solid place. A quick visit is 45-1 hr. Easy to find. Add it to the list when in the area.

This place is a little shady. But in a good way! Plenty of seats, umbrellas, and ambiance. Wine is…read morespectacular. Music is a nice touch.

When in Traverse City,we were looking for a nice evening out to meet the sunset and my husband…read morepicked this winery. Gosh,the grounds are super pretty,with oh the views!! Super friendly staff who were all over our dog. The wine & slushie selection available was also great-would highly recommend the wine slushie actually - as well as their Rose - if you're after something refreshing on a hot day/evening. We had a lovely time and would definitely be back!

Absolutely 5 stars for Rove Winery!…read more This spot is a hidden gem nestled in the rolling hills of Traverse City. The location is breathtaking--expansive vineyard views, serene surroundings, and the kind of peaceful atmosphere that makes you want to stay all afternoon. The staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived and offering great recommendations without any pressure. And the wine? Honestly, it exceeded all expectations--we tried both of their flights and enjoyed each of the pours and their whites were our favorite. Usually we love a good Chardonnay on a summer afternoon, but we're surprised and how much we liked their Rose, the Riesling and the top choice was their Fiona Runda. It was light, balanced and delicious. A must-visit if you're in the area. We'll definitely be back!