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wine & water \05.28\

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Michiganians are essentially born using the colloquialism "up north".  I found myself wondering if other states use this vague abstraction to lovingly describe a region.  Taken at its surface meaning, it sounds like merely a geographic descriptor.  Any native inherently knows the true essence of "up north".  At its heart are natural beauty, a relaxed pace, cabins and cottages, and rural simplicity.  Obviously there are other ways to spice up that mix.

Today I joined the parents on a tour of winery tasting rooms on Mission Peninsula near Traverse City.  Although there are seven vineyards, we couldn't make it past three; things would have started getting sloppy.  Frankly, we should have stuck around Chateau Chantal: huge patio, amazing views on all sides, bluff breezes, $2 tasting flights and $4 glasses.  A little live music and it would have been bliss.  It also renewed my desire to visit Napa Valley.  It'll have to remain on the travel to-do list for now, though.

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