In this episode, I sit down with Mimmo Musumeci of Ca’ Musu, a vineyard‑driven project in Hart, Michigan. Mimmo and Elise run a small, focused winery built on disciplined farming, cool climate varieties, and a restrained cellar approach that keeps the character of their site clear. We recorded in their barn with birds all around and enjoyed Sabbia, a blend of LaCrescent, Riesling, Traminette, and Niagara. Learn more at camusu.com and winepirati.com, or on Instagram @ca.musu and @winepirati.

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Chris Baldyga joins the podcast for a conversation about his path from early exposure at Chateau Grand Traverse to founding and leading 2Lads. He shares how vineyard work shaped his understanding of wine and how chemistry influenced his approach. We talk about the early days of 2Lads, the varieties they focused on, and the evolution of their sparkling program. Learn more at 2lwinery.com, follow 2 Lads Winery on Facebook, and explore #2ladswinery on Instagram.

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In this episode, Steve talks with John Braganini about PA 232, the Michigan Agricultural Commodities Marketing Act that now serves as the framework for a proposed Michigan Wine Grape Grower program. At least 25 percent of Michigan wine grape growers petitioned to begin the process, and MDARD appointed a temporary committee to draft a program that growers will eventually vote on. John shares insight into what this means for growers, and how assessments may support marketing, research, and education. He also discusses the realities of operating Michigan’s largest winery, with St. Julian tasting rooms in Union Pier, Paw Paw, Rockford, Frankenmuth, Troy, Dundee, and soon Gaylord. Learn more about The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: michigan.gov/mdard

Learn more about St. Julian: stjulian.com

Contact John at johnb@stjulian.com or 269-330-4205

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