What a beautiful winery. The view from the patio was incredible. When you walk in there is a gift shop and seating by a big window looking out over the vineyard with the lake in the distance. When you are ready to order you go to the podium and they call you up to the bar and explain your opinions. Our host was very informative and friendly. I got a flight of red wines and my husband got the brandy old fashioned. He was happy to have that option. Then we took our drinks out to the patio and enjoyed the sunshine and spectacular views. It was a wonderful experience. The drinks were delicious. read more

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So pleasantly surprised that Chateau Chantal had 3 dealcoholized wine options. I'm pregnant and stopped in with my husband so was so happy when I got to partake in a tasting as well. The view is amazing and my husband enjoyed the red wine tastings. Staff was extremely friendly, overall great experience! read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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First of all, this place is STUNNING! Such great views and beautiful rolling hills and the Traverse Bay beyond. Come here even just for the views :) My parents and I pulled up on a sunny Friday and walked into the place and made a left to the tasting room. We waiting for around 5 min for a person to serve us and she was very nice. We each got a sample flight of 3 wines for $15. Kinda expensive but I think it's reasonable for the area. We took our flights and went outside to enjoy the view and drink. I have to say, we did not love the wines haha. There wasn't any difference I tasted from a house wine at a restaurant to their wines. They just did not have a good body to them , at least the reds . My mom said the ciders were good. I didn't try any of the whites but maybe they were better? I don't know if I would come back for the wine . But I would come back for the view:) read more

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Come here for the atmosphere - the views of the water and lush vines were incredible. It was so much fun just sitting outside on their patio, taking in the sights, and sipping on some wine. You walk in & they take your order at the bar inside, then you can take your drinks outside. There are two patios - one faces the water, the other faces more of the vines - both are gorgeous. 3 for $15 is such a good deal. The pours are also pretty generous :) Will be back!! read more

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very good "nice white" - Also, the bubbly cherry is good but it has cinnamon and nutmeg notes, so if you don't like that, you won't like. They have a few snacks and a VERY limited menu. The view is gorgeous from the from room (see pic) People were nice Ambiance is good! Would come back read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

We enjoyed our short visit to Chateau Chantal Winery. We only stayed for one glass of wine, but surely would return to spend a little more time. Not much in terms of food from what I recall, but the wine was good. It was a gorgeous drive to get there, with lots of roadside farm stands along the way (seasonal I'm sure). The views from the winery were spectacular! Lots of photo opportunities and outdoor space. Many other wineries in the area so you could surely make an afternoon of it. read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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I had the most amazing time with friends at the winery at Chateau Chantal. The ambiance and property overall was wonderful. There are also other options if you are not big on drinking wine. read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

This review is for the wine dinner. The experience was exceptional. The dinner was held in a beautiful, spacious room with extensive windows facing both east and west with gorgeous views of the lake and bay. The open air chef kitchen area was a treat to watch the masters prepare our meals while we were expertly informed of the wines, vineyard, and pairing tricks when serving food at home. The meal itself was delicious - 5 hearty courses with delicious pairings to compliment the flavors. Any wines that we particularly enjoyed were available for purchase in the store after dinner as well as coffee to go. Loved the entire experience! read more

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It was running this particular Saturday that we were working on the peninsula. This is a very busy place with at least one wedding today and tons of tourist. I don't did the staff move the wedding party inside they also moved all of us regular guests inside and we were actually in the basement One of my favorite places on the peninsula, and this particular trip was extra special A must stop if you're on the peninsula ! read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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A very nice place with great views! it's on the top of a hill. You can see the water from both sides of the building. I didn't realize the Old Mission Peninsula was so narrow until I arrived. Sitting outside and enjoying the sunset makes everything feel much better. When we first arrived, there was a long line. It may take some time before you can order anything. But the stunning view won't make you mad about anything. read more

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This was giving Italy, Spain, anything but US vibes! Lol This vineyard is such a gem! Def a fave on the crawl! read more

Definitely worth a quick stop, just for the views - you can see both sides of the peninsula from up on Chateau Chantal's perch. Unfortunately I cannot comment much on the wine since I'm currently abstaining from alcohol but I was very pleasantly surprised to find they had a non-alcoholic white wine option. In addition, I saw they had some spindrift on hand, so bonus points for inclusivity. My mom got a tasting flight and really liked 2/3 of the ones she tried. We were able to find seats outside on a beautiful summer day, however finding a table with an umbrella to shield the sun was hard to come by and everyone was competing for them. The only other downfall at this establishment was the service - my mom is hearing impaired and the man who helped us with our tasting was snippy and clearly annoyed when asked for repeat information. Not enough to ruin the experience but something that hopefully improves. read more

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One of the best views around for sure, and they have Bill, who is the best bartender around!! Their patio is amazing, their wine is good, and they even have a great cherry cider. read more

Amazing property! The views are spectacular. Be sure to get in line and wait for the bar. Staff at the bar was very knowledgeable and offered recommendations based on your tastes Wines were pretty good. read more

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A nice winery with decent views. This one had a more commercialized feel to it. It's tough to explain, but instead of warm and welcoming, it felt like a supermarket; get in, get your stuff and get out. Service was good, wine was good. It just didn't make me feel like I wanted to stay and sip a glass for a bit. read more

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Good variety of Michigan wines, beautiful area outside to admire the view and enjoy your tastings. read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Our favorite vineyard and winery on Old Mission peninsula! Absolutely stunning views of both the west and east Grand Traverse Bays. We arrived somewhat early, the weekend after Labor Day, so we got in quickly. We started with the tastings, they have an impressive selection of everything from dry red and whites to sweet wines and ciders. Husband and I have completely different tastes in wine and we both found wines we enjoyed. The views from Chateau Chantel had the best views on the peninsula! I would suggest the Chardonnay Reserve and the Pinot Noir Reserve. read more

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Very charming and first class operation. The service was excellent including suggestions on which tasting options to select. This place was very busy and there was a couple sitting at the table next to us that were making arrangements to have their wedding at this place. Very beautiful setting and classy. I'm sure it is an amazing backdrop for a wedding. read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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This winery has such a great location and the views from their outdoor patio are stunning. We had reservations and prepaid for a tasting of three wines, with the option to alternatively get one full size wine or seasonal drink. This made it easy to walk right in and get started. Everyone in the party got to select their wines for the tasting and the staff will write on your glass to identify each one. This was helpful because at some other wineries you won't know which one you're drinking. The staff wasn't very friendly but it seems they're focused on moving as quickly as possible. The store inside has an wide selection of home goods, wines, art, and merch. Definitely one of the bigger shops from the wineries we visited in the area. read more

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This is a pretty cool winery. Great views on their outside patio. Nice... still uses stemware for their tastings. You pick your wines to taste from a list then they send you outside or wherever you wish. Walked out of a few choice selections. We will be back. read more

If nothing else, come for the views - just spectacular! I enjoyed a trio of wine tasting. It is served in a handy metal basket that you can easily carry outside. They also mark on the glass the name of the wine so you can keep track. I liked 2 out of the 3 wines and ended up buying 2 bottles when we left. There are 2 different outdoor sitting areas. My only recommendation would be to add more table umbrellas for these hot summer days. We snagged a table with an umbrella as soon as we saw them getting up to leave. A fella walking by jokingly offered me $50 for our shaded umbrella table Beautiful building with great views. Perfect setting to enjoy a glass of wine but also some non alcoholic choices too. read more

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The winery has a beautiful view so was well worth the stop. View off deck includes lake in distance, while vineyards and farms dot the other side. It was quite congested during our visit and we found it difficult to find a seat as a full bus tour had just arrived. Wine bar staff was extremely busy so no time for helping with selections. Large selection of wines for tastings. We enjoyed the wines we chose. Gift shop at entrance has many wine themed items--wine purses, clothing, towels, etc. Worth a trip back. read more

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Wow- what else can I say?! The grounds are breathtaking and their vast selections of wine are amazing. They even have a 0% alcohol wine, they said the alcohol was removed, which was really delicious! Every single staff member was incredibly nice and welcoming. They have so many seating options outdoors, all of which have the best scenery I have ever experienced. We went during the peak of the fall colors this year, and no picture can do it justice. It got extremely busy while we were there, with a line FAR out the door. This did not ever change the kindness and calmness of the very knowledgeable and inviting staff. My family and I all had such a great experience here and would love to come back. We left with 18 bottles of wine, too! It was all so good we just had to bring some back to share with family as the holidays approach. There was also a free tour that they offered while we were there so we joined and it was AWESOME! I highly recommend. The tour was lead by none other than Marie-Chantal- the CEO and daughter (also the namesake) of the founders. She was extremely informative, so so so kind and welcoming. We had a great time learning all about the history of Chateau Chantal, as well as their wine-making process. Immediately after the tour, I saw her jump right into bussing tables- which to me was just awesome to see that EVERYBODY was working together at all levels to make the guest experience as seamless as possible, despite such a heavy crowd. I can't recommend Chateau Chantal enough! read more

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Not a wine fan, still one of the best places ever! Their summer/fall dinners are a must!! read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Came here for a bachelorette party and it was a great spot. We got here right after open and it was already picking up pretty quickly on a Saturday. We went in small groups to the bartender who would ask what wines we like to make recommendations. They were all very friendly and helpful. Once you get your pour, you pick your seat and there's a beautiful view of the lake. read more

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Honestly, the views alone were worth it in itself! Some of the wines were a hit or miss (the cherry wine absolutely tasted like cough medicine) but the wine float is such a great way to sample the regional flavor and make great conversation! I also liked that unlike some of the other vineyards, this one was not nearly as packed and crazy, making for an amazingly peaceful outing. The sommelier was also super great and tried to guide us on some of the different selections they had. Overall, a great summer detour if you're around Traverse City. read more

Chateau Chantal - Patio area - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

3 stars for the wine I selected. I'm on the dry side for tastings but I could view the vineyard for hours. What a spectacular sight! Even with a deck full of guests I was not distracted. Give it a go just for relaxation. read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Beautiful place to stop. Wines so-so. Our wine host talked a lot! Not about the wines! read more

Chateau Chantal - Vineyards - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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Beautiful property. The views here are at stunning!! I see why people use it for things like proposals and weddings. I wish I could say the same about their wine but a lot of their wines weren't very chilled so they tasted kind of sour and left a bad taste. I'll def be back though! read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Nice wine tasting and great cheese plate-with terrific views! Friendly staff and wide variety of wine. read more

Chateau Chantal - View from our table on the patio of the winery - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

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The is a beautiful place to take in the gorgeous views from the Old Mission Peninsula. The wines, we tasted the Chard, Naughty white and Pinot noir. Chard was the beast and it doesn't compare to Russian River Cali whites. I'd take a pass on the wine...take pictures. read more

Chateau Chantal - The vista. - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Great wine tasting. Great selection of wine and the view is stunning. They also have occasional live performances. Also...who knew popcorn paired well with wine?! read more

Chateau Chantal - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

First time here. Views were awesome. Line was long but went surprisingly fast. We decided to have an old fashioned and the lavender lemonade, both were good. I'd like to come here again and try the wine. read more

The outdoor space, views and wine were all spectacular, which would surely bring us back again. The area is pet friendly which is what helped make our decision when passing through the TC area on when to stop. They have a clean, organized indoor space, tasting room and store. The only thing that kept my review from being a 5 star was the older gentleman who was pouring the wine order for us was rushing us along (there was no line behind us) -- they have a large selection and I'm not partial to whites over reds or vice versa (as long as they're not sweet) so had some questions and asked for opinions, he seemed annoyed and just preferred I pick without small talk. Maybe he was having an off day, which is ok for every one of course -- it just hindered my excited to be there mood some. Another younger woman came by and must have noticed his demeanor and was quick to chime in and be helpful offering opinions and feedback, she was quite lovely and friendly as well. Again, we would return.. Everyone has an off day and I can appreciate that. The wine, atmosphere, nice lady who jumped in and vineyards were worth a second visit. read more

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First stop for day 2 of wine tastings. Beautiful views and luckily they were able to get us in via walk-in. It seems they operated via both reservations and walk-ins. Staff inside was friendly and helpful. They serve you inside at the bar and then you can take your flight or glass to the beautiful, spacious patios with many seating areas very spaced out to enjoy the views. I got the flight which includedThe 3 proprietor's reserve reds: Pinot noir, trios, and cab franc. The Trio was my favorite of the 3!! Highly recommend, just based on the views but the wine was good too! Would definitely come back! read more

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Just ok. Increased prices and you receive less food and drink. Flight is only 2 oz pour when they used to be a half glass. 6 oz for $15 not worth it. read more

We stopped in at this winery because it was a beautiful day, and the location is perfect. In fact, I have to say after tasting wine, the view is the best thing about the winery. We sat outside and tasted a flight of wines - $10 each, and they were OK but nothing made us want to purchase bottles. read more

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A mansion-like place to drink wine at? Yes please! This place is the "cream of the crop". This was our final stop on our wine tour and in my opinion, this was the "best for last" type of trip. It was quite a drive up to this large place, going through their vineyards upon vineyards. When we arrived at the top, we were shown this mini-mansion with a large outdoor seating area and large indoor circular serving bar. They had some pretty great wines to choose from, friendly staff, and some pretty generous pours in our tasting glasses. We left with a couple bottles (of course). Attached in this review are some pretty stellar scenic pictures from this venue. We would definitely come back here just for the relaxing views while enjoying some tasty wine! read more

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The views at Chateau Chantal are by far the best on Old Mission. The wine was okay, nothing spectacular, but enjoyable. Everyone was very kind as well, super helpful and knowledgeable. read more

Chateau Chantal - Wine - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Chateau Chantal was on our advanced list of places to visit as it was mentioned in a number of books and articles that we had read. The location of this winery is the top selling point. Located back off the road you drive through the vineyards to make it back to the winery, inn, and tasting room. The winery is located on top of the hill with views of the bay on both sides. It is one of the best settings ever to sit and enjoy a glass of wine. So let's talk about the three stars. First off, this place is designed to crank people through their tasting area. When you walk in the door you have to stop and purchase your ticket before you even walk into the tasting room. The tasting is $10 for a three-wine tasting, or you can get a single glass of wine for the same amount. Then you stand in a queue with your ticket in hand to go to a tasting station. We had a nice young man working at the winery while attending the maritime college in Traverse City. He was helpful and set us up with our three tasters in a cool wine caddy so you can take your wines outside. I would definitely stick to the roses and whites here. Our favorite was the sparkling rose, and we purchased a bottle for a friend who we would be visiting later on the trip. The reds on the other hand were underwhelming. They were not very deep in their flavors and just were not something that I would choose to drink regularly. Then the staff starts throwing away box after box of wine bottles into a dumpster directly below where we were sitting. Do you know that sound of crashing glass that just makes you cringe? Do that over and over again and the setting is ruined. I wish we had been able to visit other wineries in the area to have more of a comparison, but this was not exactly what I was hoping for. Wine Quality: Service: View/Location: Tasting Room: Food Pair: NA Vibe/Ambiance: read more

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