Coffee, Bubbles, and MAWBYness in Northern Michigan
Jun 30, 2026
Steve & Margaux go on location with Michael “Mike” Laing to sip sparkling wine, Big Little Wines, and the Panther Coffee Cuvée
Read Time: 90 seconds
Some episodes of Coffee with Steve & Margaux are filmed over coffee.
This one? Coffee met bubbles.
Steve and Margaux took Coffee on the road to MAWBY in Northern Michigan, where they talked with Michael “Mike” Laing, Director of MAWBYness and owner of Big Little Wines, about Michigan wine, hospitality, and what makes MAWBY such a beloved destination.
Founded in 1973, MAWBY began with still wines before shifting its focus to sparkling wines in the late 1990s. Today, MAWBY is known for joyful, approachable bubbles made through several sparkling wine methods, including traditional method, tank fermentation, and Charmat-style production.
Mike also shared the story of Big Little Wines, the still-wine brand he owns with his brother. Launched in 2013, Big Little Wines leans into nostalgia, with wines named after childhood memories and a personality that feels personal, playful, and deeply Michigan.
But the perfect Coffee with Steve & Margaux twist? Panther Coffee Cuvée — a unique blend of MAWBY Blanc de Blanc sparkling wine and Panther Light Roast Coffee. Think coffee, champagne, dessert wine, tiramisu energy, and “how have we never tried this before?” all in one sip.
From the tasting room experience and Fizz Club to private labeling, custom wine gifts, and sparkling wine on tap, MAWBY is more than a winery. It’s a celebration brand — the kind of place people drive north for, bring friends to, and remember long after the last pour.
Mike described Michigan people as hardworking, humble, and genuine, which is exactly the spirit you feel at MAWBY. It’s elevated without being stuffy. Fun without trying too hard. And unmistakably Northern Michigan.
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, looking for a meaningful client gift, or simply want to experience one of Michigan’s most iconic sparkling wine destinations, MAWBY deserves a spot on your list.
Because West Michigan and Northern Michigan aren’t just places to visit.
They’re places to savor.
🎥 Watch the full Coffee with Steve & Margaux episode and experience the MAWBYness for yourself.
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