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Gilchrist Farm
Lake Leelanau

Gilchrist Farm

About Gilchrist Farm

Gilchrist Farm operates in Lake Leelanau on the Leelanau Peninsula with a ¾ acre market garden growing organic vegetables, herbs, and fruits alongside regenerative vineyard practices. The program pairs farm-raised produce with innovative wines. A tasting room requires reservations. Food is available, outdoor seating overlooks the lakeview terroir, and dogs are welcome. The wine club grants exclusive access to limited releases and reserve selections. The kitchen opens for private events and select dates.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Tasting

Estate wine tastings available for single glass, bottle, or case purchases

Farm-to-Table Dining

Kitchen open for private events and select dates featuring fresh vegetables, herbs, and fruits from their own market garden and local farms

Live Music Events

Summer events featuring live music with wine and shared tables

Harvest to Glass Party

Special wine tasting event sampling tastes from the harvest

Wine Club

Exclusive access to distinctive wines and limited releases available to members

When to visit Gilchrist Farm

MondayClosed
Tuesday12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know about Gilchrist Farm

Can you visit Gilchrist Farm? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Gilchrist Farm has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

Do you need a reservation to visit Gilchrist Farm?

Yes, Gilchrist Farm requires a reservation for tastings. Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Does Gilchrist Farm serve food?

Yes, Gilchrist Farm has food available alongside tastings.

Is Gilchrist Farm dog-friendly?

Yes, Gilchrist Farm welcomes dogs.

Where is Gilchrist Farm located?

Gilchrist Farm is at 712 S French Rd in Lake Leelanau, Michigan. Phone: +1 231-916-3902.

What tasting experiences does Gilchrist Farm offer?

Gilchrist Farm offers Wine Tasting, Farm-to-Table Dining, Live Music Events, Harvest to Glass Party and Wine Club.

What are Gilchrist Farm's tasting hours?

Gilchrist Farm is open Tuesday, 12:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Wednesday to Saturday, 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, closed Sunday and Monday (from their website, September 6, 2026).

Does Gilchrist Farm have outdoor seating?

Yes, Gilchrist Farm has outdoor seating.

Where to find Gilchrist Farm

Gilchrist Farm is at 712 S French Rd, Lake Leelanau, Michigan, United States.

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