Here is a list of wines that we tried that were very good on their own as we explored the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas near Traverse City Michigan. Please note that this list is not exhaustive, we tried wine in nearly every winery and this list, while not sock-knocking-off were quite good.

This also bears to say that this is MY OPINION and in no way do I mean to demean the wines listed here. They were okay, not as good as the ones on my winning list previously. As always, my palate is unique and I really don’t want to hurt any of the vintners feelings with these next two lists.

• L Mawby Sparkling Pinot Grigio – Too dry for me.
• L Mawby Sandpiper – Pineapple city.
• Peninsula Cellars 2008 Pinot Blanc – Rather plain.
• Longview 2010 Chardonnay – Granny Smith apples and acid.
• Longview 2009 Dry Reisling – Too acidic
• Longview 2010 Rustic Red – Gentle and uninvolved.
• Longview 2008 Cabernet Franc Barrel Reserve – Gunny sack, musty, pickles in the palate.
• Chateau Grand Traverse 2009 Ship Of Fools – Nice, but didn’t get 4/5 marks, only 3.
• Left Foot Charlie 2009 Stumble – Fruit bomb with acidic chaser
• Shady Lane Cellars 2008 Dry Reisling – Pickles and vinegar on the palate. Sad.
• Chateau Chantal Pinot Noir – Nose had asphalt sealer and burning electronics. I couldn’t escape the scent of dying technology.
• Black Star Farms 2008 Arcturos Pinot Noir – Monotonous.
• Shady Lanes Cellar 2007 Cabernet Franc – Flatfooted.
• Bowers Harbor Vineyards Blanc de Noir – Way too hot.

• Brys Estate 2008 Merlot – Lazy tannins.

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