Wine takes center stage this month with Governor Granholm proclaiming April 'Michigan Wine Month'. Having received numerous awards and adding hundreds of millions of dollars to the state's coffers each year, Michigan produced wines have become an important addition to the economy and connoisseurs alike.
The 2008 edition of Michigan Wine Country is now available. The 48 page annual publication features news and information on Michigan’s world-class wines and wineries - including six new ones - plus maps, activities, events, information on the most recent vintage and new releases. Order your complimentary copy today or view it online.
In Agriculturally Speaking... Celebrating Michigan Wines Michigan Department of Agriculture director Don Koivisto writes:
If you haven’t visited one of Michigan’s 60 wineries and tasting rooms, spring is the perfect time of year to witness the transformation occurring in this growing industry. Tasting rooms are less busy and staff are delighted to have the opportunity to provide extra attention to visitors.
For example, in 2007, Michigan’s wineries won 800 medals in both national and international wine competitions. Additionally, it’s estimated that nearly 1 million tourists will visit Michigan wineries this year, generating an estimated $8.6 million in wine-related tourism expenditures. It’s this combination of excellence and economics that make Michigan’s grape and wine industry a standout.
Here is an informative video from YouTube titled "SENATOR MICHELLE MCMANUS' "IN TOUCH WITH NORTHERN MICHIGAN."
Michigan State Senator McManus speaks with Linda Jones of the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council on the importance of those products to the local economy. March 2008, Part 1 of 3.
Check out all 3 parts at YouTube!
Please take time this April to explore Michigan wine through Absolute Michigan's Michigan Wine section and the Michigan Wine & Grape Industry Council web site to learn about the excellent offerings that are produced right here in the Mitten!
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