St Julian Winery & Distillery

November is officially Michigan Craft Beverage Month! Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed November as Michigan Craft Beverage Month to celebrate Michigan businesses. This is our chance to celebrate the amazing brewers, distillers, and vintners who bring our state’s vibrant craft beverage scene to life. From hard ciders to smooth whiskeys and exquisite wines, Michigan’s artisans are at the heart of our communities, fostering creativity and supporting local economies. We are proud to be a part of that. Cheers to taste, community, and the love of craft! Learn more: https://bit.ly/48CDy7T

Give the gift of holiday cheer. Looking for a thoughtful way to show appreciation to your employees or clients? Consider sending a bottle of exquisite wine as a corporate gift Whether it’s to celebrate success, mark a special occasion, or simply say "thank you," a carefully selected wine can make all the difference. It’s not just a gift; it’s a gesture of recognition and gratitude that fosters connection and goodwill. ? Learn more about our gifting options for companies to send to employees and clients: https://bit.ly/3YRPT5c

Congrats to our very own, Nancie Oxley, for being named one of Moody on the Market's 2024 Bold Women of Business Class! This annual award program honors twenty dynamic and BOLD local female leaders who have made a significant impact within their businesses and organizations. Each honoree is selected for their remarkable contributions to Michigan’s great southwest. It’s no surprise that Nancie has been recognized as one of these outstanding twenty women. She is an exceptional winemaker, a true leader, and an invaluable asset to the St. Julian team! Learn more about the award series and Nancie: https://bit.ly/3ChfTOc

We are thrilled to announce our expansion into three new states for our wholesale and retail distribution - Tennessee, Kentucky, and Louisiana! This growth marks an incredible milestone in our journey to bring our wines to even more consumers across the country. At St. Julian, we pride ourselves on crafting premium and unique wines that showcase Michigan’s wine culture. With this expansion, we aim to share our passion for winemaking and foster connections with wine lovers in these new markets. We are excited to embark on this new chapter and look forward to introducing our wines to more enthusiasts! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3CeuwSp

The health of Michigan's wine industry depends on its expansion to reach customers beyond the state. Michigan wineries are winning over customers in far-away states like New York and Georgia, as well as neighboring states in the Great Lakes region. Our president, Apollo Braganini II, weighed in on the conversation sharing all the great things we are doing at St. Julian to ensure we are on the forefront of wine distribution in Michigan and beyond. Read more in the latest issue of Michigan Uncorked on pages 18-20: https://bit.ly/4cXyv34

Women in Michigan mean business. In a recent issue of Enterprising Women, our Vice President of Winemaking Nancie Oxley was one of a handful of women featured in a piece that shares how women are making a significant difference in businesses across our great state of Michigan. In Michigan, women entrepreneurs weave a rich tapestry across a variety of sectors, propelling communities and industries forward. Check out page 36 of the latest issue to not only read Nancie's profile but the six other entrepreneurial women driving Michigan’s economy through service, resilience and boundless potential.

Breakout the champagne, it is time to celebrate! The results are in from the Michigan Governor’s Cup Awards and we are so proud of what we achieved! We received the Best of Category and gold medal for our St. Julian Braganini Reserve Harvest Select Vignoles within the Sweet category as well as the Best of Category and gold medal for our St. Julian Braganini Reserve Cabernet Franc in the Vinifera Red category. In addition, St. Julian Braganini Reserve Mountain Road Estate Riesling and St. Julian Braganini Reserve Cabernet Franc were announced as Full Governor's Cup Case Winners. And it doesn't stop there! We also honorably received 17 silver medal and seven bronze medal wine recognitions between our Braganini Reserve line and other wine offerings. Learn more about the competition and about the results: https://bit.ly/4bRDTo8

We are excited to share another new wine release! Introducing Boom Pop - a refreshing blend that captures the essence of the season. “Over the years, St. Julian has demonstrated a special talent for bringing unique wines to the market, a trend that is evident in this release and other recent releases. Boom Pop is a wine that bursts with juicy flavors and a crisp, refreshing finish that lingers on the palate,” shares Nancie Oxley, Vice President of Winemaking. Learn more about our latest product offering: https://bit.ly/3XdpDlo

At St. Julian, we are continuing to innovate and push ourselves to release great wines and spirits to the market. We are pleased to add Gold and Silver Agave as permanent staples in our portfolio of craft spirits. Featuring a mix of agave and cane sugar spirits that have been aged and barreled to give each a distinct taste and flavor, Gold and Silver Agave join other St. Julian spirit offerings such as brandy, bourbon, whiskey, vodka, and rum. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3UXIrDs

What a great start to the month! Governor Whitmer has released an official proclamation that May is Michigan Wine Month in the state of Michigan, and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate the vibrant and growing wine industry in our state. Michigan is home to over 130 wineries and more than 2,000 acres of vineyards, making it a top destination for wine lovers. At St. Julian, we are proud to be a part of the Michigan wine community and to contribute to the unique and diverse wines that our state has to offer. Our vineyards are located in the beautiful Lake Michigan Shore AVA, where the unique climate and soil conditions produce grapes that make exceptional wines. We invite you to join us in celebrating Wine Month by raising a glass of your favorite Michigan wine and toasting to the continued success of our state's wine industry. Cheers to Michigan Wine Month: https://bit.ly/4bt5aNe