There's no doubt that the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition is considered one of the best in the country, drawing in entries from across the country.
Northwest Michigan was well represented with four wineries being awarded medals for Rieslings and other wines ranging from dry to sweet.
One of the standout performances was by
Blackstar Farms, which netted a double gold, a gold and a bronze for its wines. Also winning medals with their local wines were
Chateau Grand Traverse,
Forty-Five North and
Chateau Fontaine.
The 2010 Arcturos Late Harvest Riesling earned a double gold from the judges while the 2010 Arcturos Riesling was a gold medal winner. Taking a bronze was the Sirius Red Dessert Wine.
"It’s always an honor to be recognized for the quality of our region," says Lee Lutes, head winemaker for Blackstar. "2010 was certainly an exemplary vintage showcasing many of the best attributes of Riesling growing in this climate. These medals will further raise the standards by which we continue to create our wines."
Writer: Sam Eggleston
Source: Lee Lutes, Blackstar Farms
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