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Bowers Harbor Vineyards
Traverse City

Bowers Harbor Vineyards

About Bowers Harbor Vineyards

Spencer Stegenga, with over three decades in the wine industry, leads the program at Bowers Harbor Vineyards in Traverse City. The portfolio spans Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc alongside dry and demi-sec sparkling wines, dessert wines, port-style wines, cherry wines, and hard cider. The house maintains one of the largest wine libraries of any northern Michigan winery. A large pavilion and communal firepits are on the grounds. The indoor bar area is seasonally reserved for Wine Club members, who receive hand-selected wines four times yearly in January, April, July, and October, plus a complimentary glass on visit. Card payments only.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Library

One of the largest wine libraries maintained by any northern Michigan winery, featuring cases of wine from each vintage set aside over three decades by proprietor Spencer Stegenga

Wine Club

Hand-selected wines four times a year with customizable shipments, exclusive member perks including complimentary glass on visits, discounts, and access to estate events

Varietals

Pinot GrigioChardonnayRieslingPinot NoirMerlotCabernet Franc

When to visit Bowers Harbor Vineyards

Monday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Good to know about Bowers Harbor Vineyards

Can you visit Bowers Harbor Vineyards? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Bowers Harbor Vineyards has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Walk-ins are welcome.

What wines does Bowers Harbor Vineyards specialize in?

Bowers Harbor Vineyards focuses on Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir and Merlot, and more. Signature bottles include Dry sparkling, Demi-sec sparkling, Dry whites, Sweet whites, Dessert wines, Port-style wines, Red wines, Cherry wines, Hard cider.

Do you need a reservation to visit Bowers Harbor Vineyards?

No, Bowers Harbor Vineyards welcomes walk-ins (from their website, September 6, 2026).

Does Bowers Harbor Vineyards have a picnic area?

Yes, Bowers Harbor Vineyards has a picnic area.

Is Bowers Harbor Vineyards dog-friendly?

Yes, Bowers Harbor Vineyards welcomes dogs.

Where is Bowers Harbor Vineyards located?

Bowers Harbor Vineyards is at 2896 Bowers Harbor Rd in Traverse City, Michigan. Phone: +1 231-223-7615.

Who makes the wine at Bowers Harbor Vineyards?

The winemaking at Bowers Harbor Vineyards is led by Spencer Stegenga.

What tasting experiences does Bowers Harbor Vineyards offer?

Bowers Harbor Vineyards offers Wine Library and Wine Club.

What are Bowers Harbor Vineyards's tasting hours?

Bowers Harbor Vineyards is open Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Bowers Harbor Vineyards have outdoor seating?

Yes, Bowers Harbor Vineyards has outdoor seating.

Where to find Bowers Harbor Vineyards

Bowers Harbor Vineyards is at 2896 Bowers Harbor Rd, Traverse City, Michigan, United States.

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