Winemaker’s Selections for Fall 2024 Wine Club Allocation
Customize Your Fall Wine Club Allocation: A Guide to the Winemaker’s Selection As the crisp autumn air begins to weave its way through the vineyards, it’s the perfect time to […]
To Decant or Not To Decant
Decanting wine is an age-old tradition that continues to captivate wine enthusiasts and novices alike. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, decanting serves a crucial purpose in unlocking the full potential of […]
Winemaker’s Selections for Spring 2024 Wine Club Allocation
Spring has officially sprung and it is time for you to start making your selections for the Spring 2024 Wine Club Allocation. To help you in the journey, our Director of […]
Unveiling the Art of Wine: A Tannin Tale
As we continue to learn more about the different components of wine, there is one important aspect we can’t ignore: the captivating presence of tannins. These compounds, nestled within the […]
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 […]
Uncovering the Secret Technique of The Punch Down
In the world of winemaking, there exists a ritual that is both ancient and revered, a practice as old as the vine itself, yet fundamental to the creation of some […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]