Local wineries shine in San Francisco

Leelanau County vintners stood tall at the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition over the past week.

Leelanau Cellars received 23 awards in the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the most in the winery’s 52-year history and the most in the state of Michigan this year.

“Our continued success in this competition reflects the investments we’ve made in people and quality control,” said Bob Jacobson, president of Leelanau Cellars. “That focus allows us to produce consistent, high-quality wines across our lineup, from new releases to longtime favorites.”