OUR STORY
In 1998 founding partners Kerm Campbell and
Donald Coe purchased Sport Valley Farm, a 120
acre equestrian facility, renowned for its palatial red
estate house, stables, barns, and outlying paddocks.
Upon purchase the partners realized that the farm
presented a unique opportunity to create a world
class winery and agricultural tourism destination,
capturing the essence of the surrounding land and
lakeshore. The property was named Black Star
Farms after the stylized star in the marble foyer of
the estate house. Plans were quickly developed to
build a winery to process the 1998 vintage
employing Lee Lutes as winemaker. Lee was the
former winemaker at Peninsula Cellars on Old
Mission Peninsula and a Michigan native with
winemaking experience in Italy. He knew the
classic cool climate grape varieties could be
successfully grown here and that they would
produce world class wines.
14 years later we have become a popular Northern
Michigan agricultural destination with an
inn, artisan wines, spirits, a vineyard café, and
boarding stables.
The “lake effect” climate enables the growing of
classic vinifera grape varieties such as Chardonnay,
Riesling, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot Noir. Our
varietal wines are of high character, acidity, and
balance. Fruit is sourced from both our own
vineyards and local grower partners. This diversity
allows us to obtain consistent quality across
vintages. Our wines reflect this care from the
premium Arcturos, A Capella, Leorie Vineyard, and
Isidor’s Choice varietals to our sparkling and fruit
wines, and represent the best efforts of our skilled
winemaking team. To try our wines visit our tasting
rooms in Suttons Bay, Old Mission, or the Mercato
in the Village at Grand Traverse Commons. Visit
our website at blackstarfarms.com to learn more
about our wines.
Join our conversation on:
Facebook.com/blackstarfarms
Twitter.com/@bstar2009
OUR WINES
Wine varieties and styles include:
WHITE WINES
RED WINES
ICE, DESSERT, & FRUIT
WINES
Leelanau Peninsula Sparkling Wine
Arcturos Merlot
Be Dazzled Sparkling Wine
Leorie Vineyard Merlot
Cabernet Franc
Sirius Cherry Dessert Wine
Arcturos Pinot Noir
Sirius Maple Dessert Wine
A Capella Pinot Noir
Sirius Pear Dessert Wine
Arcturos Cabernet Franc
Sirius Raspberry Dessert Wine
Red House Red
Sirius White Dessert Wine
Red House Rosé
Hard Apple Cider
Artisan Red
Hard Apple Cherry Cider
Isidor’s Choice Pinot Noir
Pear Wine
A Capella Riesling Ice Wine
Arcturos Dry Riesling
Arcturos Pinot Gris
Isidor’s Choice Pinot Grigio
Arcturos Sur Lie Chardonnay
Arcturos Barrel-Aged Chardonnay
Arcturos Semi-Dry Riesling
Arcturos Late Harvest Riesling
Red House White
Cherry Wine
Wine Maker Bio:
Lee Lutes is a proud self-taught winemaker. His vast experience in the restaurant industry as well as
extensive international travel is what lead him to his career today. He was an assistant winemaker at a
small Piedmont winery prior to moving back to Michigan, where he was born and raised, and returned
home at a time fortuitous with the growth and expansion of the industry. He is an avid supporter of all
things Michigan, and proudly specializes in Pinot Noir and Riesling.
For more information about our wines please visit our website at
www.blackstarfarms.com.
TASTING ROOMS
Black Star Farms Suttons Bay
231-944-1270
10844 E. Revold Rd - Suttons Bay, MI 49682
Twelve miles north of Traverse City and just off M-22 you'll
find our main tasting room located on the farm. It's housed in a
unique post-and-beam building and features an elliptical tasting
bar. Our friendly and informative staff is ready to help you
through your tasting of our extensive list of wines, ciders,
dessert wines, and spirits.
Hours:
May to November – Mon. - Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5
November to May – Mon. – Sat. 11-5, Sun. 11-5
Black Star Farms Old Mission
231-944-1300
360 McKinley Rd. East - Traverse City, MI 49686
A short drive along scenic M-37, among the rolling hills and
sublime views of East Grand Traverse Bay sits Black Star Farms
Old Mission. Once home to locally renowned Underwood Farm
Market, it now houses a beautifully renovated tasting room and
state of the art winemaking facility. The tasting room boasts a
full round bar constructed from nine oak wine barrels, a cozy
fireplace, and wine proudly on display.
Hours:
May to November – Mon. - Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5
November to May – Mon. – Sat. 11-5, Sun. 11-5
Closed Tuesdays in January, February, & March
TASTES
231-944-1349
800 Cottageview Dr. Suite 35 - Traverse City, MI 49686
TASTES, located in the Mercato in the Village of Grand Traverse
Commons, offers a unique twist on wine tasting. The tasting
bar offers samples and retail sales of Black Star Farms’ wines
and brandies in addition to vodkas and whiskeys from Grand
Traverse Distillery. After 5pm, Matterhorn Grill dinners are
available in addition to the appetizers and desserts, and wine can
be sampled by the glass.
Hours:
Sun – Noon-4
Mon. – Wed. - 11-7
Thurs. – Sat. - 11- 9
INN, EVENTS, & STABLES
The Inn
231-944-1251
The “Big Red House” has long been an object of curiosity for
travelers along M-22. The original owner built to both a
floor plan and a standard which has facilitated the
conversion to a luxury inn offering guests a memorable stay.
Each of the eight luxurious rooms includes a private bath,
in-room satellite television, complimentary reserve wine
tasting & a bottle of red house wine, hospitality hour, and a
full gourmet breakfast. Massage services, romance &
equestrian packages are also available. Dinner available on
weekends by reservation.
Special Events
231-409-8382
Not only is Black Star Farms designed to be a destination for
casual visitors to experience all our products and services,
but we also provide a destination for guests who would like
to host memorable events.
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Weddings and anniversaries
Corporate and incentive gatherings
Charitable and cultural activities
Seasonal and holiday parties
Executive retreats
Group tours and tastings
The Stables
231-944-1290
The Stables provides stalls for 13 horses with turnout
paddocks and pastures. The facility is designed for training
with a 12,000 square foot indoor arena and regulation
outdoor arena. A clubhouse viewing lounge is available for
boarders.
INN RATES
The room rate includes afternoon refreshments, evening wine reception, full gourmet breakfast,
complimentary bottle of our wine, and enjoyment of our sauna, library, and recreational trails. The
inn is also a Wi-Fi hot spot. Dinner offered on weekends by reservation.
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Rates are based on double occupancy. Supplemental charges will apply to additional room
guests.
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Rates are subject to change without notice and prospective guests should call for the latest
rate and availability information.
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Rates are subject to 6% Michigan sales tax.
Room (click to visit)
High Season Rates*
Low Season Rates**
Mira
$395.
$295.
Betelgeuze
$305.
$250.
Castor and Pollux
$395.
$295.
Diadem
$395.
$295.
Polaris
$395.
$275.
Atlas
$345.
$275.
Capella
$345.
$275.
Rigel
$295.
$225.
Vega
$295.
$225.
High season May 25, 2012 – October 27, 2012
Low season October 30, 2011 – May 24, 2012
For more information and photos visit our website at www.blackstarfarms.com
To make a reservation contact Jill or Kellie at 231-944-1251 or
[email protected].
VINEYARD CAFÉ
Hearth & Vine Vineyard Café
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231-944-1297
The Hearth & Vine, is a cozy café and wine bar nestled into the Black Star
Farms estate between the stable and the hoop house. The one-of-a-kind
wood-fired menu offerings are sure to delight your culinary senses.
Executive Chef Jonathan Dayton’s philosophy on providing fresh foods
from local sources is the premise behind the rotating menu offerings. The
café menu will change according to what ingredients are seasonally
available from our property or local area farms.
HOW TO CONTACT US
Black Star Farms Corporate Management
Donald Coe
Phone (231) 944-1294 email: [email protected]
Cell Phone: (231) 392-5567
Press & Media Inquiries
Coryn Briggs
Phone: 231-944-1311
Cell Phone: 231-499-0475
email: [email protected]
Winery at Black Star Farms General Manager
Lee Lutes
Phone: 231-944-1281
Cell Phone: 231-883-9463
email: [email protected]
Tasting Room at Black Star Farms Suttons Bay
Chris Lopez
Phone: 231-944-1271
email: [email protected]
Tasting Room at Black Star Farms Old Mission
Andy Jacobson
Phone: 231-944-1300
email: [email protected]
TASTES of Black Star Farms
Amber Ressl
Phone: 231-944-1349
Wholesale Wine and Spirits Sales
Lee Lutes
Phone at 231-944-1280
email: [email protected]
Inn at Black Star Farms
Jill R. or Kellie F.
Phone: 231-944-1251
email: [email protected]
Events at Black Star Farms
Stephanie Sheffer
Phone: 231-409-8382
email: [email protected]
Food Services
Jonathan Dayton
email: [email protected]
Phone: 231-944-1253
Stables at Black Star Farms
Kari O’Non
Phone: 231-944-1290
email: [email protected]