2023 Harvest Report


The 2023 Harvest season for Aurora Cellars has officially come to an end. We pressed a lot of fruit this vintage and wanted to share the vintage report. We caught […]
Premier California Wine Academy Highlights Austrian Varieties Grown on Leelanau Peninsula


One of Aurora Cellars’ staple red wines is our delicious, multi-award winning Blaufränkisch. But, did you know that Blaufränkisch is native to the Austrian wine region – mainly Burgenland – […]
Discovering Auxerrois: A Hidden Gem in the World of White Wine


Nestled in the heart of the picturesque wine regions of Alsace, Luxembourg, and the Leelanau Peninsula, there lies a grape variety that exudes elegance and sophistication: the Auxerrois. This relatively […]
Crushing It: The Impact Whole Cluster Fermentation Has on Wine Flavor


In the world of winemaking, where each grape cluster carries the potential for transformation, there exists a technique that has been quietly shaping the flavors and aromas of some of […]
Netting the Reds at Aurora Cellars


The growing season at Aurora Cellars is in full swing and our fruit is coming along very nicely! There are many important steps taken to grow and protect our fruit […]
Fall 2023 Winemaker’s Selections


Fall is just around the corner and that means it is time for the members of our Proprietor and Somm Wine Clubs to start making their selections for the Fall […]
Aurora Cellars Earns High Marks From Decanter


Aurora Cellars continues to make their debut in national and international wine publications. Recently, four of our wines were reviewed by Decanter, the world’s leading wine media brand, and received […]
Unraveling the Charms of Sauvignon Blanc


Sauvignon Blanc. It is a wine that charms wine enthusiasts around the globe with its distinct and vibrant character. With a rich history dating back centuries and its roots tracing […]
Aurora Cellars Makes Debut in VinePair with 2021 Grüner Veltliner


Aurora Cellars has made their debut in VinePair! VinePair is the largest digital media company that delivers content about drinks culture and important trends and topics in wine, beer, and […]
Barrels of Bliss: Exploring the World of Wine Barrel Varieties


When it comes to winemaking, the choice of barrel can make a significant impact on the flavor, aroma, and overall character of the wine. Winemakers have long recognized the influence […]