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🎙️ A fun wine convo you’ll want to hear

Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read

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Hi Reader,

Well, this is a first… I was interviewed on a podcast! 😅

I recently joined If Vines Could Talk, hosted by Steve Salisbury, to chat all things wine travel in Michigan.

​The episode just went live, and I’m equal parts excited and cringing at the sound of my own voice (anyone else relate? 😬).

Steve’s a huge advocate for the region, and his connection runs deep. His family even planted some of the first vines in Southwest Michigan!

We had a great conversation covering everything from planning tips and favorite wineries to how to make wine tasting feel less intimidating (even if you're new to wine).

I hope you enjoy the episode and maybe even get inspired to plan a Michigan wine trip of your own!

Cheers,

Laura

P.S. Want help with the planning? I’ve put together a ready-to-go wine trip itinerary for Southwest Michigan that makes it easy to click and book. You can get it here.

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Laura Danforth - WSET Level 3, American Wine Expert

Hi! I'm Laura, your go-to source for all things wine and wanderlust. Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned pro, I'm here to help you experience the same joy and education that wine country travel has brought me. From wine travel basics to wine region guides to done-for-you itineraries, I make planning a wine tasting trip simple…and fun!

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