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August 16, 2013
We've been looking for a Michigan winery...
…to represent for a while. We preach local, so we should have/drink local!
- Local Michigan Treasure -
Mick Swain was the finder of our local, Michigan treasure Left Foot Charley. It is a pleasure to introduce the first Michigan winery to our portfolio; the wines will not disappoint - acidity, freshness, balance and local!
Left Foot Charley is located in Traverse City and owned by Bryan Ulbrich (est. 2004). Throughout Northern Michigan there are numerous small vineyards owned and farmed by individuals who do not have wineries. Their grapes are often sent to bulk producers. Bryan Ulbrich believes that many of these viticulturists are excellent farmers and deserve to see their work turned into fine wine. Bryan has teamed up with 18 Michigan growers to produce wines that express the unique terrain of the glacially tilled hills of Michigan. He works specifically with farmers who are taking steps to understand and define terroir in Northern Michigan, which is influenced by the lake effect and soil composition. Each vineyard sells only to Left Foot Charley and the commitments go beyond simple cash per ton arrangements.
