Fenn Valley Vineyards
Fenn Valley Vineyards
4.5
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Fenn Valley Vineyards is a family owned and operated vineyard and winery complex established in 1973. Our goal then, as it is now, is to produce world-class wines from grapes grown along the shore of Lake Michigan.
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TripPhotographer52
Cincinnati, OH1,750 contributions
Sep 2020
My wife and I wanted to try one of the winery tastings and were surprised that the wine was better than we expected. We first started with 7 white wines- 7 wines to taste for $10, plus a couple of things to munch on. We then tried 7 red wines and the flavored wines- raspberry, cherry and peach/honey. The staff was very nice and i twas very pleasant outside. We have been to Napa Valley in California so this does not compare.
Written September 26, 2020
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Thanks for visiting, and we are glad we could exceed your expectations. Hopefully we can earn a 4th or 5th star someday!
Written September 29, 2020
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RNintheER
Fern Creek, KY12 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
We enjoy Fenn Valley wine and with the closing of Tabor Hill, this is the only place for wine tasting in Saugatuck. We’ve had good experiences here before, but were disappointed on this visit. There were two people in the store. The person helping us with tastings had little to no knowledge about wine. They told us the name and poured the selected choices and that was it. Another issue was the employee doing the tastings had severe halitosis. Even when just breathing. So maybe it was a good thing they weren’t providing additional information, because it was barely tolerable to get through the tastings as it was. I don’t see how the management can’t be aware of this. These employees were not owners/managers.
Written August 30, 2023
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JW
Grand Rapids, MI278 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Last weekend Fenn Valley celebrated there 50 yrs. with a jazz concert. The taprooms of Michigan are as good as any. They have 2 things in common, good quality food & libations. That goes for wineries. Fenn Valley Vineyards & Wine Cellar is a down to earth winery with award winning wine. The staff is courteous & friendly. A down to earth unpretentious, homey, family owned winery with first rate wines, ciders, & spritzers. Cheers to a nice job pairing good food & wine, in this case also with live jazz. It was my first visit, there for the jazz. As a mechanical wheelchair user, I was able to get around most areas, inside & outside. Our experience was indoors. The vines were bare & most of the outside areas were not yet opened, although you can use one of the igloos or the heated outside area. They also have a nice bar. Cheers!
Written May 18, 2023
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Thanks for the kind words, we are thrilled you had a good time!
Written May 23, 2023
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Dennis B
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
We stopped here on the way back from Chicago. This winery provides private labeled wines to the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth so we wanted to stop by and check it out. I’m very glad we did. This is a piece of heaven with a beautiful tasting room, excellent wines and a staff who is passionate about people and wines. We’re already planning a return trip, as there are other attractions in the area.
Written November 18, 2023
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Thanks for the great review! We hope to serve you again very soon.
Written November 21, 2023
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Hockeymom2024
Plainfield, IL94 contributions
Oct 2020
This was our favorite stop on our wine tasting weekend. The staff was friendly and the wines were the best we had. All Covid precautions were followed (social distancing, mask wearing, most activity was outdoors) so we felt very safe. I liked these whites the best out of all our stops and would like to go back.
Written October 19, 2020
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Thank you so much for the kind words! And we are very glad you appreciate the efforts our team has taken to keep things safe while also making it fun. Please come back again soon!
Written October 20, 2020
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charlene o
Chicago, IL83 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Celebrated my sister's 50th birthday with 13 other amazing people!!! Truly enjoyed the visit to Fenn Valley Vineyards. We had our own space to relax, listen to music, enjoy snacks and testing wine. The staff was welcoming and very nice.
Written August 7, 2023
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Glad you had a great birthday party with us! We hope to see you again soon. And thank you for taking time to review us!
Written August 8, 2023
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survivor1028
michigan44 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
My husband and I and our friends attend most of the events at Fennvalley. We are consistently impressed with not only the wine but the calibur of the events, as well as the staff. I need to give a very special shout-out to Carla. She is a gem. She truly could not be more helpful!!!! She consistently goes above and beyond. A true treasure!!
Written March 8, 2022
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Thanks for the kind words, and we will surely pass it along to Carla! We hope to see you again soon!
Written March 15, 2022
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Kimber
Detroit, MI43 contributions
Jul 2022
ServIce was excellent and friendly. My husband and I went here one afternoon prior to having dinner in Fennville. The setting is quaint and beautiful. Winery has a couple of outdoor patios and even has evening entertainment which we did not stay for. We were greeted immediately and directed to the tasting room where we were assisted by a very helpful and non-pretentious sommelier who recommended some choices. We ordered a charcuterie board which was generous and tasty. Each tasting had 7 small pours. Winery also now sells cider. It was a fun experience - and worthwhile if you are in the area.
Written July 7, 2022
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Glad you had a good time! And thank you for taking time to review us. We hope to see you again soon!
Written July 12, 2022
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Danielle19828
Northville, MI573 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
We enjoyed spending time on the grounds. The staff was kind and it was set up well for comfortably social distancing. The only reason I didn’t give this a really great rating was because I didn’t like a single wine I selected. This is obviously a matter of my individual taste, but it wasn’t for me. That being said, I would still go back and try a different variety if I was in the area.
Written September 7, 2020
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Thanks for the kind words. This is one of the challenges of us not being able to conduct in-person tastings due to COVID. During normal times, we often change up the wines being poured after only a couple samples once we get a better idea of customer preference. Glad you are going to come back, we will keep trying to find you something you love!
Written September 9, 2020
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T8923VFkarenb
15 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
One of the best part of our girls day out event was Raquel our tasting aficionado! Her explanations and bright cheery interaction made our day! Needless to say, we bought nearly $200 in tasted wines!
Came back on the following weekend with family for the music as Raquel had suggested! Best afternoon and a perfect 🌞 day in September!
Came back on the following weekend with family for the music as Raquel had suggested! Best afternoon and a perfect 🌞 day in September!
Written September 29, 2023
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Thanks for the positive review, we can't wait to see you again soon!
Written October 3, 2023
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Does the vineyard offer any snacks to nibble with wine? Cheeses or charcuterie?
Will be in the area on Oct. 20th. Sounds like a fun fall activity. Thanks!
Written October 13, 2018
Yes. There are cheeses, crackers, and cheese & meat plates.
Written December 26, 2018
May I order a case of Cherry wine to be sent to Cheyenne, WY for my daughter's 50th birthday?
Written March 28, 2017
Unfortunately you can not order online to ship to Wyoming. If you are able to come into the winery to purchase we can ship it then. If you have further questions feel free to call us directly at 269-561-2396.
Written March 28, 2017
Fenn Valley Winery is south of Saugatuck in Fennville. It is at 6130 122nd Ave. 269-561-2396. Go south on Blue Star Hiway past the Antique store to the Shell Station. This is Hiway 89. Go left till you see the sign for the winery. Make a right and go to 122nd Ave. Make a left and winery will pop up. Easy get to from Saugatuck. Call for tour times. Nice wines at reasonable prices. If you have a GPS just put in the adress. Literature all over Saugatuck for sites and winery.
Written June 5, 2015
Will be in Saugatuck Aug 6 for one week. We & family have never done the wine tour. I need times and directions.
Written June 4, 2015
We are open 7 days a week. Our Fennville location is open from 11-6pm M-Sat and 12-5 Sunday in August. Our Sauatuck location hours are the same, but it's worth checking our website or calling us to be sure. Thanks and we hope to see you soon!
Written June 8, 2015
Bill & Ruth Welschs' lumber yard was in Illinois though...
Written January 6, 2015
I'm not exactly sure what you are asking. Yes, the Welsch's owned lumberyards in IL prior to starting Fenn Valley in Michigan. For many years Bill actually commuted between the two businesses until the winery was successful enough on its own.
Written January 13, 2015
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