Winery Adventures in August
Aug. 9, 2025
Who else needs a glass of wine this week? Check out one of these winery events, and pair it with a bottle of the good stuff. Monday, Aug. 11: Take a guided tour at Chateau Chantal and sample six small bites (like whitefish crostini or a peach lemon popsicle) and wine pairings on a Tapas Tour from 12-1:15pm. Tickets are $48; chateauchantal.com. Friday, Aug. 15: “Sail to Sicily” with a special dinner at Black Star Farms, featuring an Italian feast and award-winning wines. Tickets are $60-$80; blackstarfarms.com. Saturday, Aug. 16: Move to the groove at “Red, White and Blues Fest” at Bel Lago Vineyards in Cedar, 12-6pm, with live music and raffles—proceeds to benefit local nonprofit Reigning Liberty Ranch. bellagowine.com. Sunday, Aug. 17: End the week with brunch at Gilchrist Farm Winery in Suttons Bay. We recommend the Croque Madame and the Strawberry Pancake. gilchristfarmwinery.com
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