Lost Cellars

Boutique winery magic just just north of the 45th Parallel, about two miles from Lake Michigan outside Charlevoix! Lost Cellars is a winery and micro-distillery that takes Northern Michigan’s best grapes and levels up with locally-sourced fruit to concoct wines and cocktails that hit just right.

Lost Cellars Winery Charlevoix

The Experience at Lost Cellars

THE WINERY:
Lost Cellars keeps it real with small-batch wines that scream Northern Michigan. Their 13-acres of estate-grown grapes love the weather at the top of the mitten, which in turn produce bold flavors that get bottled up.

THE TASTING ROOM:
Nothing beats this wide-open patio where soaking up vineyard views and sampling wine flights, cocktail samplers, and charcuterie boards is the name of the game. They bring in live music a few times a month over the summer season, so check their socials for the latest lineup. The patio is dog-friendly, and the staff are known to surprise well-behaved pups (and owners) with a “barcuterie board.”

THE COTTAGE – CHALET ON THE VINES:
Yes, you can stay right on the property. Their two-bedroom cottage vacation rental, is tucked, pondside, under towering trees. It’s got room for five, kayaks for the water, and even a 50-amp RV hookup if you want to really settle in. Perfect for wine lovers looking for something off the beaten path. Bonus: you can book a private wine tasting without ever leaving the cottage.

The Story Behind It

Lost Cellars has a backstory worth toasting to. It began back in 2007 as Charlevoix Moon Vineyard, growing grapes for local wineries. Fast forward to 2015, Drs. Jay and Lora Higdon bought the property, fulfilling their dream of owning a winery. The name “Lost Cellars” is a nod to Jay discovering his Sicilian great-great-grandfather once owned a winery in California that was eventually lost. Now, they’re bringing that spirit back to life in Northern Michigan.

Insider Tips

Try their sangria, cocktail sampler, and charcuterie board.
The owners are super friendly and love sharing their wine knowledge.
They’re part of the Petoskey Wine Region trail, making it perfect for a wine tour.
If you’re staying in the cottage, consider booking a private wine tasting.

Make It a Day

Located at 04434 US Hwy 31 South in Charlevoix. Pair your visit with stops at nearby Spare Key Winery or Vue Wine Bar. Make it part of a scenic drive along US-31 with beautiful Lake Michigan views.