The Journey: A Labor of Love from the Ground Up
When we began to envision Annabelle Acres, we didn’t see just a business – we saw a legacy. A bold move at our ages, we chose to embark on this journey because of a shared passion for the unique beauty of Michigan viticulture and a desire to share the “taste of the land” with our community.
Building Annabelle Acres has been a journey of grit and devotion. Every trellis, bottle, and glass served represents countless hours of planning and hard work, often balanced alongside our full-time careers. We do this because we believe in this land, and we believe in the experience of a truly local, estate-grown wine.
Rooted in Our Community
While we have invested deeply in creating a premier tasting room experience, we remain committed to our roots. We understand the importance of making high-quality wine accessible.
We purposely maintain lower bottle prices compared to many premier wine regions because we want our neighbors and visitors alike to be able to take that Annabelle Acres experience home with them. Our goal is for our wine to be enjoyed not just at our tables, but at yours – by your campfires, at your Sunday dinners, and during your special celebrations.
The Annabelle Acres Loyalty Club
To say thank you to the customers who help us keep our vines growing and our doors open, we designed a loyalty program that offers genuine value:
- Earn as You Go: Receive 1 point for every bottle of wine or growler of cider purchased.
- The Reward: 12 points earns you a FREE bottle of wine or growler fill.
- Maximize Your Savings: When you buy a case (12 bottles), you receive a 10% case discount PLUS 12 loyalty points – compounding your savings and rewards!
Looking Forward
Our vision is simple: to remain a sustainable, family-run fixture of this community for the long haul. Every bottle you take home and every flight you enjoy in our tasting room directly supports the health of our vineyard and the dedicated staff who help us bring this dream to life.
We are so grateful you are part of this journey with us.
With gratitude,
Debbie & Dennis Hintz
Founders, Annabelle Acres Vineyard & Winery