We believe Michigan makes great wine. It is an up-and-coming region, already producing world-class award-winning wines. Our mission is to help the world learn about and to enhance the prestige of Michigan wine.

If Vines Could Talk
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We believe Michigan makes great wine. It is an up-and-coming region, already producing world-class award-winning wines. Our mission is to help the world learn about and to enhance the prestige of Michigan wine.
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Recent Episodes

June 4, 2026
Episode 151: Maxx Eichberg – Soil and Soul
<p>Episode 151 features Maxx Eichberg in the third installment of our five-part series on pioneers and trailblazers. Maxx returns to talk about regenerative farming and the hands on work that forms the foundation of great wine. You do not have to have been involved in Michigan winegrowing for multiple decades to be a pioneer, and Maxx shows why. We also reference Lauren Burns of Tending Tilth, featured in episode 121. Learn more at strangerwine.com or contact hello@strangerwine.com. </p><p>© Steve Salisbury. Produced by Steve Salisbury. All rights reserved.</p>

May 28, 2026
Episode 150: Tony Peterson – Contessa Winecellars
<p>This episode continues our five-part series on pioneers and trailblazers in Michigan wine. Tony Peterson of Contessa Winecellars shares the story behind his ten-acre vineyard, his focus on Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Moscato, and the possible addition of Cabernet Franc, and his long standing role in shaping the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail. We also talk about the early days of the Michigan Grape and Wine Council, now known as the Michigan Craft Beverage Council, and Tony’s commitment to building a strong, supportive network across the industry. Learn more at contessawinecellars.com and michigan.gov/mdard/about/boards/craftbeverage. </p><p>© Steve Salisbury. Produced by Steve Salisbury. All rights reserved.</p><p><br></p>

May 21, 2026
Episode 149: Doug Welch, Fenn Valley Vineyards
<p>Episode 149 features Doug Welch, owner and cofounder of Fenn Valley Vineyards and a pioneer of the Lake Michigan Shore. Doug shares the story of building Fenn Valley more than fifty years ago alongside his father and reflects on the early days of Michigan’s wine industry transformation. This conversation offers rare insight into patience, long term vision, and the steady commitment required to move a region forward. Learn more at fennvalley.com or reach out at dww@fennvalley.com or winery@fennvalley.com. </p><p>© Steve Salisbury. Produced by Steve Salisbury. All rights reserved.</p>
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