The Underground Wine Caves In Michigan You Have To Visit

The Great Lakes State is a wonderland for wine enthusiasts. After all, our region houses a wide variety of incredible vineyards, wineries, and wine-centric shops that keep us satisfied throughout the year. There’s one unique destination here in Michigan, though, that stands out above the rest when it comes to wine production. Prepare for an amazing adventure at one of the most spectacular Michigan wineries - Mari Vineyards.

Mari Vineyards is located at 8175 Center Rd. in Traverse City.

As soon as you arrive at this gorgeous spot, you’ll almost forget that you’re in Michigan.

There’s a stunning Tuscan architecture style here that’s difficult to beat.

In total, the facility boasts 31,000 square feet of space.

All of it is dedicated to providing guests with some of the finest wine Michigan has to offer at one of the finest wineries in Michigan. You’ll quickly be enamored!

This wonderful locale is set apart by its series of "wine caves.

The caves extend below the earth and provide an ideal environment for the winery’s barrel-aging process.

Situated ten feet below the earth, the caverns retain a constant temperature of 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit...

... along with 70 percent humidity. Together they create the most ideal winemaking conditions. And, its a great place to be on a hot Michigan day!

If you’d like to explore this system of wine caves, book a tour at get an up-close-and-personal experience.

Tours are limited to 18 guests and should be scheduled 48 hours in advance. Bring a friend for an enjoyable time.

Stroll through the production area before heading down to the caverns for a private wine tasting.

If you're hungry, you’ll also enjoy a charcuterie board during your exciting journey.

Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or a curious traveler, you’ll be amazed by the sustainable, gorgeously designed caves at Mari Vineyards.

Coming here for a tour is one thing, but you'll probably want to hang around the gorgeous grounds to make a full day of it!

For additional information about special events and delicious offerings at Mari Vineyards, visit the company website or go to its Facebook page.

Have you visited this one-of-a-kind locale? If so, what was your favorite part? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

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