Episode 131 features Chalet Sturgeon in Pouring Premium. We explore the February event with Domaine Berrien and Watermark Brewing, and highlight the Local Pour experience with conversations across Michigan wineries. For inquiries, contact Chalet@localpourmi.com or call 269-405-1262.

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Episode 130 features Kristy McClellan, a true Michigan Wine Advocate. From her early start at Brittany's Oyster Bar in Charlevoix to her years at Argonne Supper Club and Tapa Wingo, Kristy built her foundation in hospitality before studying at Michigan State University. Her career took her to J. Alexander, where she became Wine Buyer in Denver, and then to 12 years at Bower’s Harbor. Today she owns Lake District Wine in Traverse City, a shop dedicated to small producers, and serves as Director of Sales at Left Foot Charley since 2020. Learn more at lakedistrictwine.com or reach Kristy at Kristy@leftfootcharley.com, Kristy@lakedistrictwine.com, or 231-620-1170.

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This episode takes you inside Up North, a wine tasting room in Geneva, Illinois, dedicated to showcasing northern Michigan wines. We feature 14 remarkable producers: Big Little Wines, Black Star Farms, Bonobo, Blustone, Left Foot Charley, Bel Lago Vineyard, French Valley Vineyard, Mawby, Shady Lane Cellars, Verterra, Brys Estate, BOS Wines, and Mari Vineyards. Discover more at upnorthwinegeneva.com, reach out at info@upnorthwinegeneva.com, and follow Instagram @upnorthwinetasting.

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