Social Vines is located on 70 acres in Scio Township, nestled between the vibrant university town of Ann Arbor and the city of Dexter in Washtenaw County. Our property lies southwest of the Huron River and borders the Border to Border (B2B) Trail, which connects Ann Arbor to Dexter. Originally deeded to James Cordley in 1835, part of the land was used as a gravel pit starting in 1926, until the company went bankrupt during the recession. By 1954, the Earnst Family took ownership, holding it until 2000 when the last family member passed away. The property remained abandoned until the Herron Family acquired it in 2015.

In 2022, two of the 70 acres were dedicated to establishing a boutique vineyard. The land was carefully cultivated to grow cold-climate hybrid grape varieties. These grapes are a unique cross between traditional, high-quality wine varietals (like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay) and native North American species. This hybridization results in grapes that are not only well-suited for the cold winter temperatures of the region but also offer disease resistance and improved yields. It’s a perfect blend of quality and resilience.