Old Mission Peninsula

Old Mission Peninsula is situated near Lake Michigan and amidst East and West Grand Traverse Bays. The region’s microclimate is created by the surrounding waters, setting the region up to produce a wide range of fruits and vegetables, including grapes. These large bodies of water stay warmer into the fall, prolonging the growing season. After winter’s retreat, the bays remain cool in spring, fending off damaging frost, which allows for optimal growing conditions for the grapes. While Old Mission Peninsula is considered a cool climate, the region has a long enough growing season and heat gain to ripen the Vinifera species of grapevine, allowing the production of a variety of whites, reds, sparkling and dessert wines.