Parley Lake Winery
Parley Lake Winery is the perfect blend of rustic elegance and art reimagined. A picturesque boutique vine-to-glass winery nestled in the heart of the Midwest, the rolling hillsides and peaceful waters of Parley Lake can be experienced in every glass. For over a decade, Parley Lake Winery is dedicated to surpassed quality in the cultivation and production of a truly authentic Minnesota experience. Produced in small batches, our winemaking reflects the dedication to a craft in which art and wine entwine.
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
