And look for Edelzwicker, made of equal blends of gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris, and the new vintage of Whole Cluster Riesling, a specialty of Sean O'Keefe, son of founder Ed O'Keefe. Ask for the best Dry Riesling, and taste the Gamay Reserve. This is also a good spot to load up on dried Michigan cherries. Home base is in Paw Paw, but there are also tasting rooms in Frankenmuth and Union Pier, and the big news is that the Monroe store has moved to within arm's reach of Cabela's outfitter's store in Dundee. Ask to taste the new fruit infusion dessert wines, made by blending fruit juices with brandy made from the same fruit.
New flavors are pear and raspberry.
Also look for the new Serious Rose, made from Cabernet Franc, and the new vintage of St. Julian's big red, El Nino. This novelty, popular in the fall, is served warm to release sweet scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and fruit peel. Pinot Grigio and Unwooded Chardonnay are longtime specialties, but new releases include the touted Estate Chardonnay and a Sweet Reserve Riesling. Radial Flyer red wagons to haul your purchase to the car, and a Red Wagon Red wine to match. Owner Rick Moersch is the ultimate passionate winemaker, who brought in a Frenchman to help him make sparkling wine when he worked at another Michigan winery.