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Leelanau Peninsula

Aurora Cellars

Boutique Winery & Tasting Room

About Aurora Cellars

Aurora Cellars has cultivated a well-deserved reputation as one of Leelanau Peninsula's finest hidden gems — a boutique winery nestled in the heart of the wine trail that rewards visitors who seek it out with exceptional wines and genuinely warm hospitality.

The wine portfolio spans a confident range of cool-climate varieties, with particular strength in crisp whites and food-friendly rosé. The artisanal food pairings offered at Aurora are among the more thoughtfully curated on the peninsula, elevating the tasting experience beyond the standard sip-and-move-on approach.

The tasting room and surrounding vineyard are also a popular venue for private events and small group experiences, and the staff bring a level of knowledge and enthusiasm that makes even a quick weekday visit feel special.

Known For

Pinot GrigioRieslingRoséRed Blends
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Fun Fact
Aurora Cellars earned its reputation as a 'hidden gem' on Leelanau Peninsula partly because of its location — tucked slightly off the main wine trail routes — which means the visitors who do find it tend to be genuinely curious wine explorers rather than first-time tourists, creating an unusually engaged tasting room atmosphere.

Amenities & Features

Tasting Room
Vineyard Views
Artisanal Food Pairings
Event Space
Wine Club

Aurora Cellars Wine Club

Shipments/Year2x
Bottles/ShipmentVaries
Discount15–25% off depending on tier
Join FeeNo membership fee

Club Options

  • Somm Club (15% off)
  • Proprietor Club (25% off)

Member Perks

  • ✓ 2 allocations/year (Spring & Fall)
  • ✓ 15–25% off wine & glass pours
  • ✓ Access to exclusive wines
  • ✓ Priority invitations to special events
  • ✓ Loyalty points (2–3x per dollar)
  • ✓ Private vineyard tours & winemaker tastings (Proprietor)
  • ✓ Overnight Estate stays (Proprietor)
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