Blustone Vineyard of Lake Leelanau ignites the senses. Winding upwards through the vineyard, guests reach Bluestone's tasting room, stately perched atop a rolling hill. Stepping into the tasting room, visitors are greeted with warmth and professionalism by the staff. The high floor to ceiling windows provide an expansive view of the landscape and sky, creating a light-filled, relaxing space conducive to the enjoyment of their luscious wines. From the sparkling freshness of the Blu Secco to the lush, fruity richness of the Ad-Lib Casual Red, wine lovers are certain to find a vintage to delight the taste buds. My husband and I enjoyed a delicious assortment of light bites during our visit. The outdoor tasting area provides ample space for strolling and a comfortable, shaded area for seating. BluStone Vineyard provided a lovely setting for our wedding ceremony, and we are grateful for the gracious hospitality and assistance provided by Benjamin Schiller, the General Manager. read more

This is the second time we've been turned away. This time because of reservations. The bar area was 3/4 empty, most of the tables had reserved signs on them....and were empty. The host said we could wait outside, that it may take up to an hour. The amount of people outside waiting would hardly make up the amount of empty chairs. To the reply from the owner of our previous turn away...We've never been hostage to a 50 minute "experience" here or any other winery. Not our first rodeo! Unless you're putting out a complete food spread and pairing, not happening. There was another couple right behind us with the same thought as they were turned away too. With the 20 plus wineries in the Leelanau, we won't miss this one. Off our return list. read more

This is a bit off the beaten path, but it's a quiet, tranquil place to sit outside, enjoy some wine. Staff are super helpful. Dog friendly (so this is Maeby Approved!) they also serve a beautiful cider from French Road Ciders. Try the potato chips that are paired with wines! Inside is air conditioned. read more

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We reserved a table for the Foodie Friday for July 17th at 5:15 pm.  I called the day prior to confirm that indoor seating was available due to the heavy smoke in the area and my wife having asthma we wanted to be sure we were indoors.  We were told all online reservations receive inside seating.  When we arrived we were told we could sit outside or at the bar, that all the tables were reserved.   After explaining we made reservation's and our situation again we were told we could sit at a table as long as we were done by 6:30.  That made us feel small and insignificant.  After some back and forth we opted to just sit at the bar.   Once we sat ourselves at the bar an individual started poring some white wine into two glasses, I'm not a white wine drinker, so I said no white for me please.  She proceeded to say she would not be our server, which was odd, considering she just poured wine without even inquiring about why we were here or what we liked.  Then we sat at the bar waiting for service for nearly 10 minutes before someone else came to ask if we were being helped.   We were never told that the food wine paring did not include any wine, the menu with wine listed next to each item was just a suggestion and everything was à la carte.  However if we wanted to taste anything we were welcome to do so... so why not just give a sample of the wine that pairs with each of the food items!   When we explained why we were there to the individual who did wait on us, that would have been a good time to explain that everything was à la carte.  All of our food items, salad, main course and desert came out all at the same time, which was odd, we really didn't have enough room at the bar with all those items at the same time.  It wasn't until we inquired about tasting the wine that goes with the dessert that we would have to "pay a separate additional charge for another glass" that we learned about the wines being à la carte. Not sure why we were treated so negatively at the start, but I asked the gentleman about how we thought the wine pairings with the food was a little odd to us, his response was, "well people may not want to have what the suggested pairing."  Okay got it! We did notice the chief visited the customers sitting at the tables, but not us, again feeling insignificant that were not worthy of her time. But then again we were the only ones sitting at the bar eating, or drinking for that matter.  Maybe the manager, owner, or whoever greeted us was not having a good day. Still very disappointing that we never felt welcomed. Their wines might be good, but we really never got that far and our mood was not in a good place. I recommend just trying their wine, don't do the Friday Foodie event. read more

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Excellent wine and the location and setting are 5 star. Tasted several different wines and had some excellent nibbles with them. We just walked in and sat outside which is beautiful but reservations best if you need to be indoors. Service and wine knowledge read more

What a great hidden gem! This winery has beautiful views, an upscale feel, and very reasonable pricing. I loved the Pinot Grigio, but the real winner was the Apple Ginger Hard Cider. Although space is limited here at this Winery, it is definitely worth the stop one your Traverse City Wine Tour! read more

Beautiful summer day to escape the hectic TC Cherry Festival crowd and head to wine country! We wanted to check out a couple new wineries. First on the list was Bluestone. Beautiful rolling hills, countryside setting among their vineyards and fruit trees. We enjoyed a glass of their Pinot Grigio 2022, and a glass of their Rose, both of which were very good. Small plates are offered. We opted for the Ricotta and Honey served with a warm mini baguette. Would recommend checking them out if traveling in the Traverse City/Suttons Bay/Northport area. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. read more

Blustone Vineyards - Whipped Ricotta and fresh honey with warm baguette. Accompanied by wine. Of course - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Lake Leelanau, Michigan

Beautiful views, friendly staff! We came about an hour before closing and were still seated as a group of 6. Wines were reasonably priced! Although I could not personally drink this time, my group really enjoyed the gewurztraminer. We even got a few bottles to go :) they had a nice outdoor area as well with fire pits and blankets! read more

wines are top shelf service is friendly ambiance is swanky two thumbs up fire pits and outdoor seating read more

We reserved a spot for one of their Sunday evening concerts. Highly enjoyable experience. Venue is beautiful, and the wine is excellent. Highly recommend their rose and red wines. Owners are very nice, and the service staff are very kind and accommodating. One visit isn't enough! read more

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Amazing views, cozy seating, great service- I had a wonderful wine tasting experience.

Shoutout to Blustone Vinyard and the manager for providing a beautiful setting for a marriage proposal. The manager helped my daughter's boyfriend coordinate a time and place for this special event and even provided a complimentary bottle of wine! It was just beautiful and we thank you so much!! read more

With a reservation for 6-8 made by our amazing tour service we only experienced grief at Blustone Vineyard. Paul the GM informed us there was no room for our entire party of 8. That was quickly changed by Chris our server who magically appeared with 2 chairs to accommodate our group. Chris is a terrific advocate for the vineyard We stayed and enjoyed the experience but I personally will not return or spend additional money here. There are many options on the Peninsula where you are met with a welcome and friendly demeanor - seek that out. read more

Hands down our favorite winery. The service is always wonderful, the sample pours are generous, the bottles are reasonably priced, and the view...I can't say enough about the view. We love this place so much we became wine club members! The requirements are completely reasonable and I always look forward to the shipments! read more

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Wine, food, service, and setting are all wonderful! Tasting menu is easy to navigate. Sitting outside is amazing too!

Total Snobs... Walked in a 40 minutes before closing, one car in the parking lot. Yo yo says do you have a reservation? Well it doesn't look like you're overwhelmed with business but no we don't. I'm sorry we can't do flights right now only glasses. Sorry to inconvenience you! Had a glass which wasn't that good anyway. We will just go back to several of the other local wineries with good wine and friendly people!! Later Blustone never again! read more

I had my wedding at Blustone and everything was wonderful from the staff to the beautiful venue and outdoor area to the wine! The staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for my day! Beautiful place and great wine!! I recommend Blustone for any occasion! read more

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Nice area! Felt a little stuffy and like we were underdressed! Need a reservation to sit inside so we just took our glasses outside to look over the vineyard! Great wine! Ended up buying a bottle and it was pretty cheap. Flight was $14 for 4 tastes. read more

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My wife and I were at Blustone over the weekend on Saturday, 11/11/23 and we received outstanding customer service from Sherry, and because we did, we will for sure go back to Blustone at a future date. Sherry should be commended. Mike T read more

Beautiful beautiful! A lovely, modern building in the middle of a fab vineyard. The building itself is practically all glass (floor to ceiling windows) which supplies pretty amazing views of the vineyard. There are tables along the windows as well as seating outside if you'd prefer some fresh air. My mom and I came in for a simple tasting so we didn't get any glasses or snacks to enjoy on the seating but it's on the to-do list for next time, for sure. Instead we decided to do a quick tasting. They offer one complimentary tasting (a Riesling when we were there) plus paid tastings to follow. Admittedly I forgot how much it runs but basically it's by 3s (so, 3, 6, 9, etc). We weren't looking to drink very much so we just did 3 each and I sampled the Connexion (cherry dessert wine that they pair with dark chocolate), Gewurztraminer (a spiced white wine) and the Pinot Grigio. It's easy to taste why these wines have won so many awards--they are GOOD. The dessert wine and the Gewurztraminer in particular wowed me and I bought a bottle of each (as did my mom). Wines are priced well given the quality (the Connexion being the most expensive given the smaller bottle). I'd venture to say it's probably one of my favorite vineyards in the area now. Looking forward to a return with a little more time to kill so I can enjoy a full glass on their beautiful property. read more

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As we drove up and arrived, we were amazed. The fall colors perfectly framed the modern contemporary look of the winery. So many wineries go with a more Tuscan/rustic feel and Blustone takes it in a better direction. We loved the building with the expansive views of the vineyards, and fall color scenery. Joey was our sommelier and she was phenomenal. She was very knowledgeable about the wines and took her time explaining the different flavors and notes of the various wines we tasted. She made it a great winery experience, and we loved her clear enthusiasm for wine. We purchased quite a few bottles to bring back to North Carolina. Overall an excellent experience, we shall return next year! read more

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THE BEST EXPERIENCE! We came for a tasting on our mini moon. Owner Ben was so sweet and knows a friend of a friend-we got our tasting covered and a bottle from them! Robin and Marshall behind the bar were great to talk to during our tasting. The outdoor seating was so peaceful. The whole team is so kind and we cannot wait to come back. This winery is a MUST! Thank you Blustone! read more

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Atmosphere is boring. Seems like you need to have a reservation. You cannot taste what you what on the menu, you get to pick from a list of 2 categories each having 5 wines. Too bougie in my opinion. read more

This winery used to be a favorite destination up north. We met the owner several years ago and have enjoyed the beautiful outdoor area.We visited midweek and brought friends to do some wine tasting. When we walked and requested a tasting - the six of us were directed to a table behind the fireplace, even though there were six open seats at tasting bar. Menus were dropped on the table with no explanation of the offerings. A server came by several minutes later and asked for what we wanted - given we were not going to get the service we expected from past experiences - five of us ordered glasses of wine. Again, no review of the wines, grapes, wine making, harvest or business at this beautiful location. Wine arrived on tray and we were told here is your bill and it's x dollars. We paid and no one ever returned to our table. Very disappointing. read more

Only 2 options for tasting. Service was disappointing - asked questions about the wines and was provided with short and curt responses. On one pour of our tasting we watched as the remaining wine in the bottle be poured down the drain vs just pouring that wine in our glasses. This used to be one of my favorite wineries - I doubt I will return. read more

If I could give zero stars I would. We walked in without reservations and the greeter told us all we could have was a glass of wine and stand outside. Fine. So we proceeded to the counter to get a menu and he FOLLOWED US and then said that "if it rains we are not allowed to come inside, only people with reservations allowed indoors." Without hesitation we left. For whatever reason he didn't like our group. maybe his man bun was on too tight. Do not recommend. read more

Had a wonderful tasting with Ann today. As a member she treated us with the ultimate tasting experience.

This vineyard would do better providing your tasting flight at one time instead of having employees walk back and forth when time permits.

We had an amazing time. The staff was welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. The views are amazing, one of the best, and they put a lot of work into the interior space. I highly recommend coming here. We bought a case, but really liked their best red, "the winemakers red"". Solid! Don't waste your time at 45 North, this is MUCH better. read more

Excellent tasting Experience with Wonderful Wine and Beautiful Views! Excellent Covid safety procedures read more

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Loved the vibe and the view. Did wine tasting and brought the kids who enjoyed the grounds while we drank. Charcuterie board was great. Slow service but everything else made up for it. Especially enjoyed their merlot. read more

Very clean, modern, and aesthetically pleasing winery atop a big hill looking down over the vines from enormous light filled windows. Decent wines and ciders at affordable prices. 1.00 per sample. Worth taking the drive and time to visit. read more

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Best wines in the region! I can't recommend Blustone enough!! This place has an incredibly unique vibe and it will surely impress you with each visit! read more

If you haven't been to this winery yet you should definitely try it out, you will not be disappointed. The wine, the view and the service is excellent! Make this a must stop in Leelanau. Cheers to BluStone, keep up the great job! read more

Great wine! A very busy winery and reservations are necessary, especially on weekends. Staff is very nice and fun. Lime everywhere, staff is in short supply. read more

Mediocre wine. Scripted servers. Fun ambiance. Not my thing.

Good wine and service but stopped going because the long driveway is full of pot holes. If they can't afford to pave it, at least fill the holes! read more

The tasting room is beautiful. A modern room with a high ceiling and large floor to ceiling windows that provide views of the vineyards. Outside is a patio area with chairs where you can take a glass of wine. They have three snack options as well, we tried the hummus and veggies. The hummus was a locally made hummus with a bit of pesto. The staff was friendly and knowledgable and did an excellent job with the tasting presentation. They explained the wines and gave suggestions. Our group liked the wines we tasted and we had a variety of tastes in our group. Tastings are $1 per glass, though a couple of tastings are $2. read more

A first visit for us and I'm sad we hadn't found this place sooner. Amazing wines, fantastic views, SUPER friendly and knowledgeable service. Definitely coming back to take advantage of their awesome outdoor space! read more

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Trisha welcomed us with good wine tastings and a friendly personality as we safely tasted several wines at our table. Her service was excellent and the views and atmosphere are outstanding! Visit soon to enjoy the beautiful colors and loaded vines, heavy with grapes! read more

Blustone Vineyards - Gorgeous colors! - Wine Tasting Room Near Me - Lake Leelanau, Michigan

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