Wine tasting event benefits Leelanau food pantries
From staff reports
The Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail has announced the launch of Sips & Soups. Proceeds from this SOUPer wine and soup tasting event will be donated to Leelanau Christian Neighbors to help restock the local food pantries after its holiday needs are met.
“We are happy to help those in need in any way,” shares Lorri Hathaway, director of the Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association (LPVA). “We strive to be great community members and hope that our efforts now and in the future will enhance the lives of our neighbors.”
The event, scheduled for Saturdays, Jan. 24, showcases Leelanau wine paired with warm soups. Along with raising funds for food pantries, the event is intended to remind local residents that the cold winter months are a great time to visit the tasting rooms.
“We love that our community always joins together to get things done,” says Mary Stanton, president of Leelanau Christian Neighbors. “We do have poverty in our county, even though the beautiful views and large vacation homes make it seem otherwise. We couldn’t be happier that the LPVA has chosen to donate to us, and we’re excited for what will surely be an incredibly fun event!”
The self-guided tour takes place from noon until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24. Tickets are $10 per person and include a wine glass and featured soup and wine pairing at 20 wineries along the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail. $3 from each ticket sold is being donated directly to Leelanau Christian Neighbors. For more information and to get tickets, visit LPwines.com/sips-soup.
The Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail is managed by the Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association (LPVA), a member-driven, winery association founded in 1998. The mission of the LPVA is to spread the word about all the good things happening along the Leelanau Peninsula Wine Trail. The trail is divided into three mini-trails for easy touring: the Sleeping Bear Loop, the Northern Loop and the Grand Traverse Bay Loop.
The Leelanau Peninsula AVA is home to 25 wineries located within diverse microclimates uniquely suited for a variety of wine grapes. Among the internationally acclaimed varietals are Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc. The local wines continue to achieve national and international accolades with each passing vintage.
