St. Julian Winery located in Paw Paw is a wonderful place for checking out a variety of wine from the wonderful state of Michigan. They have some unique wines and everyone can find a wine here that they would enjoy. The sweet drinkers, dry drinkers and everyone in-between will enjoy the wine from here.
The winery is located right off of I-94 at 716 S Kalamazoo St, Paw Paw, MI 49079. You can taste this wine in house, order off their website or find in select wine shops and grocery stores near you. You can host your events there, they host various events, offer gift baskets, and other products that you can find on their online store or at the tasting room.
Let's check out St. Julian's wine:
Sparkling Wine:
BR Blanc De Blanc - Dry, lively, lemon acidity, citrus and Bartlett pear flavors.
BR Blanc De Noir - Dry white sparkler made from 100% Michigan red grapes.
Michigan Brut Champagne - Dry, with a semi-dry finish.
Sparkling Michcato - Sweet, a succulently sweet sparkling with flavors of tropical peach and citrus.
Sweet Nancie - Semi-sweet, a sparking Traminette with flavors of peach, pineapple, and lemon zest.
Sweet Nancie Cranberry - Sweet, tart cranberry and cherry aromas follow through on a medium-bodied palate with frothy carbonation.
Sweet Nancie Peach - Sweet, tropical passion fruit and peach juices are blended to create this bubbly, full of exotic aromas and packed with flavor.
White Wine:
Blue Heron - Semi-sweet, flavors of pear and mango overlay a crisp acid structure that focuses the wine and leads to a long, satisfying finish. One of the more popular whites for the price.
BR Albarino - Dry, Inviting aromas of orange blossoms, mango and apricots lead to a tangy Meyer lemon, green apple and grassy finish. The tart acidity is well balanced with a lush finish. Great for a summer picnic.
BR Late Harvest Vignoles - Sweet, accented by flavors of pineapple chutney and honeyed lychee, the silky-sweet, lush, full body dessert wine finishes with a caramelized pear accented.
BR LH Vidal Blanc - Sweet, tangy caramelized apple and apricot notes lead into a long mineral accent that fade nicely on the palate.
BR Mountain Road Riesling - Semi-dry, yet impeccably balanced, this wine bursts with flavors
of passion fruit, honeyed peach and tangy citrus fruits.
BR Pinot Gris - Dry, vibrant aromas of pineapple, fresh lime and citrus peel. Flavors come in layers of white peach, mango and nectarine fruit.
BR Riesling - Dry, this gently floral wine leads with vibrant aromas of Mangos, fresh lime and citrus peel. Flavors come in layers of white peach, pineapple, & nectarine fruit.
BR Sauvignon Blanc - Dry, aromas bursting of lemons and limes. The crisp acidity on the palate is accompanied by flavors jam-packed with mangos, white peaches and tropical fruits with a lingering hint of fresh cut grass.
BR Traminette - Semi-dry, exotic mango and lemon zest aromas with flavors of white peach and apricot.
Cluster Flick - Semi-sweet, pear, mango and lychee overlay with crisp acid and leads to a long, satisfying finish.
Envy - Sweet, hints of citrus with flavors of juicy peach and ripe apricots and mango. (The first St. Julian wine I tried).
Forbidden Fruit White Sangria - Sweet, passion fruit and peach flavors with a touch of citrus.
Founder's White - Dry, honey and peach aromas lead to apricot, green apple and citrus finish
Frankenmuth May Wine - Sweet, pineapple, tropical fruit and woodruff aromas with a subtle accent.
Ice Wine Vidal Blanc - Sweet jam-packed with tangy and juicy apricot, citrus marmalade and honey. A delicious, richy flavorful wine that is simply dessert in a glass.
Michcato White - Semi-sweet, moscato-like characteristics with flavors of exotic fruit and crisp acidity.
Niagara - Sweet, fresh grape taste and a lightly sweet finish.
Peach Wine - Sweet, candied peach flavors followed by ripe fruit peach flavors.
Sauterne - Sweet, beautifully balanced carmelized pineapple and honeysuckle flavors. (Probably one of my most favorite whites by them).
Simply White - Semi-dry, a balance of ripe concentrated peach, citrus, honey and melon.
SJ Unoaked Chardonnay - Dry, refreshing and crisp flavors of yellow delicious apples.
St. Julian Reserve Late Harvest Riesling - Sweet, flavors of apricot, tangerine, and cream, along with a slight mineral edge.
St. Julian Reserve Pinot Grigio - Dry, delicate aromas of Honeydew melon and Anjou pear lead to a medium-bodied palate with Honeycrisp apple flavors.
St. Julian Reserve Riesling - Semi-dry, crisp and light, yet packs intense flavors of super ripe peach, mango, lemon zest and mineral.
White Heron - Semi-sweet, mango and apricot with a lingering after taste of tropical fruit.
Rosé Wine:
BR Serious Rosé - Dry, this Rosé style captures the bright berry flavors of summer. Bursting with aromas of fresh, ripe cherries and strawberries it is the perfect wine for sipping on the patio.
Catawba - Sweet, a mild berry, fresh fruit taste with just the right amount of the famous spicy Catawba grape sweetness.
Frankenmuth Rosé - Sweet, strawberry-cherry aromas and very fruity flavors.
Lust - Semi-sweet with flavors of berries and juicy fruit. (One of my favorites and you can usually find it at Meijer). Right now on sale for $6.99!
Simply Pink - Semi-dry, a fruity, light wine with flavors of ripe strawberries, cherries, raspberries, peaches and tropical fruit. (Another one of my favorites). On sale for $5.99!
Red Wine:
BR Cabernet Franc - Dry, plum, raspberry and exotic spice aromas. Creamy vanilla-scented oak, currant and brambleberry flavors.
BR Chambourcin - Dry-yet-fruity full body of ripe blackberry, Bing cherry and boysenberry flavors.
BR Chancellor Noir - Dry, chocolate covered espresso beans, sweet cherries and vanilla aromas. Ripe currant, black raspberry and Bing cherry flavor. Aged 100% in Michigan Oak.
Sweet Revenge - Sweet, fresh grape with aromas of cherries and berries are complimented by the well-integrated acidity.
BR Meconi - Sweet, this iced Frontenac wine is a great new addition to our dessert wine portfolio! Bursting with aromas of strawberry jam and raisin it follows through with flavors of black raspberry, strawberry and boysenberry.
Concord Wine - Sweet, snappy, grapey accents echo fresh Concord grape juice.
Forbidden Fruit Sangria - Sweet, fresh berry and citrus flavors. Delicious and refreshing!
Founder's Red - Dry, this is a fresh and fruit-filled offering with pleasant cherry fruit, soft tannins and tart acidity.
Head Games - Sweet, spiced, deliciously sweet red, nicely balanced with luring flavors cinnamon, plums and clove. Perfect for fall and winter. Try it heated up to bring out the spiced aromas.
High Maintenance - Sweet, full-bodied sweet red wine with an easy finish. Filled with aromas of blackberry, cherry and dried cranberries followed by flavors of mulberries, plums and raspberries.
Michcato Sunset Red - Semi-sweet, refreshing flavors of grapes and berries balanced with the perfect amount of sweetness. Makes for a perfect chilled summer wine.
Nouveau - Dry, the freshest wine of the season; the essence of farm to table, a young wine bursting with flavor and body.
Red Heron - Semi-sweet, captures the essence of classic American grapes.
Scandal - Semi-sweet, easy on the eyes sweet on the lips, Scandal is the perfect way to indulge all of your cravings. Deliciously refreshing, this fruity medium body red is the perfect Scandal.
Sholom - Sweet, a Kosher; traditional Concord wine.
Simply Red - Semi-dry, layers of dark cherries, wild berries, raspberries and with a bit of plum.
(Thanks to St. Julian Winery's website for some descriptions of the above wine).
In addition to the wine listed above they have fruit wine in blackberry, blueberry, cherry and dessert wines. St. Julian Winery also has cider, spirits like gin, sherry, creme liquors, plus their widely known "Grey Heron" vodka and even non-alcoholic sparkling fruit juices.
I invite you to check out their winery in Paw Paw or pick up a bottle in your local grocery store or wine cellar. Not all of these wines are available in your local store so make sure to ask if you want it ordered.