Hello all,
Just received the brand new complimentary Michigan Wine Country guide, a magazine format touring guide published by the Michigan Grape and Wine Council.
For anyone in the Midwest or anyone planning travel to Michigan, we recommend grabbing a copy. This 2008 issue is the best one yet ... comprehensive, colorful, and tastefully done ... with features on various wine styles, events, and easy to navigate maps.
This is what every state should be doing. For the last several years, Michigan has been working hard at promoting their wineries and wine industry, and their efforts have raised the profile of many interesting wines. Their state statistics estimate that Michigan wineries attract 800,000 visitors annually with an economic impact of $300 million.
Living in Chicago's western suburbs, Michigan's southwestern wineries have been a preferred destination for my wife and I for 20 years. It's really a beautiful area and well worth a few days visit.
Jim
P.S. - if you want a copy, they have an online request form at michiganwines.com