CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN WINE AND HOSPITALITY!
This year marks our silver anniversary, and to honor this milestone, we plan to celebrate with special offers throughout 2023. In 1998, our co-founding partners, Kerm Campbell and Don Coe, along with head winemaker Lee Lutes, had the vision to create a word class wine-country destination. Today, that goal has been far exceeded, and our business now includes a highly-acclaimed Inn, plus extensive culinary and special events programs.
Our success would not have been possible without our hard-working team, our faithful fans, dedicated wine club members, and repeat Inn guests, to name a few.
In appreciation, we will be offering new ways to enjoy Black Star Farms throughout the year. A new sparkling wine release, unique wine-tasting options, creative dining experiences, special Inn promotions, and a special end-of-summer soiree are just some exciting things we have in store.
Summer Pours for Pups Party
Saturday, June 10, 5 PM-8 PM
Kick off the summer season and celebrate 25 years of BSF with a special dog-themed party at our Suttons Bay tasting room patio and front lawn. A portion of the day’s sales will benefit the Great Lakes Humane Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to animal welfare located on a 10-acre private farm in Leelanau County.
The Great Lakes Humane Society’s mission is to take in stray and unwanted animals and find loving, lasting homes for them, to educate the public about adopting rather than purchasing a pet, and to increase awareness of the need to spay and neuter animals in the battle against pet overpopulation.
We invite you to bring your furry friends to mix and mingle while supporting this great organization!
• Meet adoptable dogs from the Great Lakes Humane Society
• Listen to live music with Adam Sleder of Soul Patch
• Play lawn games
• Enjoy grilled gourmet hotdogs with classic toppings
• Imbibe in specialty cocktails like the Greyhound and Salty Dog
• Buy custom-labeled “Dog House” wine to support the Great Lakes Humane Society
• Walk the Dog Treat Trail
Treat your pups to our one-of-a-kind Dog Treat Trail! A selection of bakery dog treats donated by Pet’s Naturally, Northern Michigan’s only holistic pet supply store, will be placed along our on-site hiking trail so you can walk in the woods while your pups sample treats along the way. It’s the dog-friendly equivalent of wine tasting!
Save the Date Future Events
Stay tuned; more details will be announced soon!
Friday, July 14
Our popular Great Lakes Fish Boil will return for one evening only.
Friday, July 28
We will celebrate 25 years of distillation with a Cocktail Party at our Suttons Bay tasting room.
Wednesday, August 9
A new Chef’s Table-Themed Wine Dinner will feature seasonal ingredients from our own and regional farms.
August Dates TBA
We will offer educational Wine History Tours focusing on Black Star Farms and the Michigan wine industry.
Friday, September 1
The Silver Anniversary Soirée will bring together our winery, events, and culinary teams for a special evening of food, wine, and more!
Wednesday, October 25
This month’s Arcturos Dining Series will feature fall harvest bounties.
Sundays, October 22 & October 29
Enjoy the fall colors with free, family-friendly Wagon Rides through our estate.
Friday, November 17
Join us for a Noveau Release Party celebrating the 2023 harvest at our Suttons Bay tasting room.
Sunday, December 31
Ring in the new year in style with our New Year’s Eve Wine Dinner.
Cheers to 25 years!
