Oceana Winery and Vineyard, New Era

DRY RED LOVERS VISIT HERE!: I've been here a few times now when I occasionally visit from out of state, and I'm never disappointed with the quality of Oceana's dry red wines. They definitely have higher quality dry reds compared to the majority of the fresh coast region. I absolutely love their Red Mélanges Cab Franc and am always willing to go out of my way to pick some up from here. Also, they now have a nice outdoor seating area with heaters and a tent.

Tiny boutique winery and vineyard. This was our first experience both in this part of Michigan and also trying wine tasting at the source. The setting is lovely and had it not been as chilly we would love enjoyed sitting on the Adirondack chairs, wooden rockets and seating nestled in the trees. We tired a wine flight and we were educated by the owner Greg on the varieties we were trying, what ice wine was etc-clearly we were learning from someone who was passionate about their craft. We loved the wine , sitting near the heater tasting, and yes we had to grab some to take home cause it was lovely.

Rustically cute and outdoorsy. Laid back no pressure. Nice wines. we were glade we stopped. We’d stop again if we were in the area. If you like follow my travels on instagram at mylifemyterms55

This is a hidden gem. American wines never get the credit they deserve. The owner was very friendly & accommodating. They were closed for the off-season, yet he made a special exception to provide a private wine tasting for me to try his dry reds. The full-bodied Pinot Noir reserve has robust aromas & fruity notes, yet finishes smooth. It's moderate tannin level has your middle pallette begging for another drink. You can tell they have put an immense amount of effort into making this absolutely perfect. The Blaufränkish - Noiret Reserve was a pleasant surprise. It's tannins are alive in this one! This reserve is bold in its presence & demands its place among the rest. The aroma & spices will tickle your brain with an experience you've never had before. This Austrian treasure has roots that have been buried too long & the winemaker has used French artistry to give it wings. A must buy! Last, but not least, Red Mélanges is currently a 2017 vintage bringing harmony to the forefront. It's a beautiful melody of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon & Chambourcin elegantly dressed in French & American oak. It's subtle earthy tone & tantalizing bouquet of fruits will bring you back to the days you've been longing for. If you're a fan of dry reds these are for you. If your looking for an elegant experience while embraced by the natural scenery only Michigan can provide I highly recommend you make an appointment. You will not be disappointed. Plus, I guarantee you will learn something new if you get a chance to speak with the winemaker.

Great visit with owner, Greg. Very nice wines. Even though he was very busy with other visitors, he took time with us, showing us his vision for the tasting area, making sure we had fresh wine for our tastings. Made every one feel special.