Welcome to Detroit, USA, where wine tasting Detroit is a fun way to learn and sip. At Detroit Furnished Rentals, we love showing guests how easy and tasty it is to enjoy world-class wines right here in our city. Whether you’re a wine expert or a new wine enthusiasts club member, this guide shares the best wine bars, tasting rooms, and wine tasting events in Detroit. From organic wine flights to biodynamic wine‑making demos, these experiences pair perfectly with our cozy, pet‑friendly rentals
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Best Wine Tasting Experiences in Detroit
Here are 10 top places for wine tasting Detroit guests can’t miss. Each spot offers a unique wine pairing or tasting menu and a chance to learn from wine experts in a relaxed setting. Many also double as a wine shop, where you can bring home your favorite bottles.
1. The Royce Detroit
The Royce Detroit is a wine bar and retail shop hybrid. Their curated selection highlights sustainable selection of world-class wines from small-batch producers who focus on organic wine and low intervention wine-making. The team also occasionally offers informal wine education sessions on topics like glassware selection and wine storage.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.8/5 (328 reviews)
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💲 Price Level: moderate
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📍 76 W Adams Ave Suite A, Detroit, MI 48226
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⏰ Tues–Thurs 3–10pm; Fri–Sat 12–11pm; Sun 1–9pm
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📞 +1 313-481-2160
Learn more about The Royce Detroit.
2. Brix Wine Bar Detroit
Brix Wine Bar offers wine pairing flights in a cozy Midtown setting. They feature handcraft blends and world-class wines, plus live jazz on weekends. Whether you’re new to wine or refining your tasting notes, their staff are known for helping guests build their palate with confidence.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.8/5 (121 reviews)
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💲 Price Level: moderate
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📍 1588 Franklin St, Detroit, MI 48207
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⏰ Wed–Sat 5–10pm; Sun 4–9pm
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📞 +1 313-656-4300
See Brix Wine Bar Detroit.
3. Simply Wine Detroit
Simply Wine is a retail shop hybrid with a bright tasting room in Northville. They pour wine flights from local wines and indigenous wine varietals. This is a great stop if you’re interested in casual wine education or exploring new varietals by the glass.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.8/5 (78 reviews)
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💲 Price Level: moderate
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📍 109 N Center St, Northville, MI 48167
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⏰ Mon–Thurs 11–7pm; Fri–Sat 11–8pm; Sun 12–5pm
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📞 +1 248-380-9463
Check out Simply Wine Detroit.
4. Unwined Winery Detroit
Unwined Winery focuses on handcraft blends and offers a warm tasting area where you can sip and swirl. They show low intervention wine-making up close. They show low intervention wine-making up close and often talk about decanting techniques for maximizing aroma and flavor in their pours.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.9/5 (93 reviews)
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💲 Price Level: moderate
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📍 47653 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Township, MI 48317
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⏰ Wed–Thu 3–9pm; Fri 3–10pm; Sat 1–10pm; Sun 1–6pm
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📞 +1 586-932-2600
Visit Unwined Winery Detroit.
5. St. Julian Winery & Distillery Tasting Room
St. Julian offers wine dinners and a tasting menu that highlights local wines and premium spirits. Enjoy their organic wine selection while learning from a sommelier.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.4/5 (225 reviews)
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📍 518 W 14 Mile Rd #4205, Troy, MI 48083
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⏰ Mon–Wed 12–8pm; Thu–Sat 12–9pm; Sun 12–7pm
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📞 +1 248-951-2113
Discover St. Julian Winery Tasting Room.
6. Michigan By The Bottle Tasting Room
This Royal Oak spot features bubblies and world-class wines. Their curated selection showcases sustainable wines and biodynamic wine-making.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.7/5 (314 reviews)
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💲 Price Level: moderate
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📍 29932 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073
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⏰ Wed–Thu 4–9pm; Fri 2–10pm; Sat 12–10pm; Sun 12–6pm
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📞 +1 248-850-7175
Learn more at Michigan By The Bottle.
7. Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery
Just over the border in Canada, but close enough for a party bus trip, Sprucewood Shores offers wine festivals, cheese pairing, and scenic vineyard tours.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.7/5 (247 reviews)
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📞 +1 519-738-9253
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📍 7258 Essex County Rd 50, Amherstburg, ON N0R 1G0
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⏰ Daily 11am–5pm
Visit Sprucewood Shores.
8. Cucina Lab Torino
Cucina Lab Torino blends Italian food pop‑ups with wine flights. They often host local food pop‑ups alongside live jazz nights.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.7/5 (233 reviews)
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📍 3960 Crooks Rd Suite 200, Troy, MI 48084
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⏰ Tue 6–8pm; Wed–Thu 5–9pm; Fri–Sat 6–10pm
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📞 +1 248-525-9098
Check Cucina Lab Torino.
9. Vine 2 Wine Custom Winery
Located in Toledo, this custom winery hosts private events and wine dinners. Their tasting room shows off handcraft blends and exclusive small-batch producers.
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⭐ Ratings: 4.6/5 (14 reviews)
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📍 7105 Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43617
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⏰ Tue–Wed 11–7pm; Thu 11–7pm; Fri–Sat 3–9pm; Sun 11–5pm
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📞 +1 419-720-3322
Learn more at Vine 2 Wine.
10. Wineology Restaurant & Bar
In Windsor, just across the river, Wineology serves fondue nights and a tasting menu. Enjoy sip and swirl fun with local and world-class wines.
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⭐ Ratings: 4/5 (516 reviews)
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📞 +1 519-419-5080
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📍 1646 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON N8Y 1C7
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⏰ Daily 4–10pm; Fri–Sat until 2am
Discover Wineology Restaurant & Bar.
Tips & Tricks for Wine Tasting Detroit
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Sip and Swirl: Always swirl the glass to let the wine aroma open up.
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Color and Clarity: Hold the glass up to the light to check clarity and color.
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Tasting Menus: Look for tasting menus to try a variety of wine varietals with cheese pairing or charcuterie.
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Palate Cleanser: Use crackers or a palate cleanser between pours.
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Designated Driver: Plan ahead with a designated driver or party bus for safe travels.
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Book in Advance: Many tasting rooms and wine dinners sell out, so reserve your spot early.
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Join a Wine Club: Wine clubs offer exclusive events, discounts, and early access to new wine festivals.
If you’re pairing wine with a night out, be sure to check our Detroit fine dining guide for the best restaurants to complement your wine-tasting journey.
Conclusion
Detroit’s wine scene is full of exciting wine tasting events, wine bars, and tasting rooms. Staying at Detroit Furnished Rentals puts you close to all these tasting areas so you can explore local wines, organic wines, and premium spirits with ease. Whether you prefer red wine, white wine, or bubblies, Metro Detroit’s tasting area offers a world of flavors. Book your stay at Detroit Furnished Rentals and sip your way through the Motor City.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time for wine tasting in Detroit?
Late spring through fall is ideal for vineyard tours and outdoor tasting events. Indoor tasting rooms are open year-round.
Are there wine festivals in Detroit?
Yes, look for events like Toronto’s Sandhill Winefest and Detroit’s Grosse Pointe Wine Festival for large gatherings of world-class wines.
Do tasting rooms in Detroit require reservations?
Many do. Booking in advance ensures you get a wine flight spot and any private events like wine dinners or private events.
Can I bring food to a wine tasting?
Most tasting rooms offer light snacks, but you can often bring your own palate cleanser crackers. Check each venue’s policy before visiting.
Are there organic and biodynamic wines in Detroit?
Absolutely. Venues like The Royce Detroit and Michigan By The Bottle feature organic wine and biodynamic wine-making in their curated selections.
How do I join a wine club in Metro Detroit?
Many tasting rooms and wine bars, such as Brix Wine Bar and Unwined Winery, offer wine club memberships with perks like discounts, exclusive tastings, and private events.
