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Michigan Wine Country Is Worth the Drive
Old Mission and Leelanau peninsulas produce some of the best Riesling in the country. Ann Arbor is four hours from most of it.
Michigan's two wine peninsulas north of Traverse City are producing Riesling, Pinot Noir, and cold-climate reds worth knowing about. A guide to planning the trip from southeast Michigan.
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Michigan Cherry Season, Explained
Fresh cherries run from late June into August, and the 2026 National Cherry Festival ends July 11.
Michigan grows most of the U.S. tart-cherry supply. Here are the verified 2026 festival dates, the difference between tart and sweet cherries, and safe storage guidance.