New Release Tasting & Pre-Harvest Check-in Join Fred & Oskar for a virtual tasting that will focus on a 3-pack of wines that features our 2019 Gewürztraminer, the new release of our Field White, and the much anticipated Standing Stone Blanc de Blanc from 2017. In a recent review from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Mark […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. The state is home to the first winery in the United States, and producers are drawing on that background to produce some of the most exciting wines in the country. Wine has […]
Join Yannick Benjamin, one of the stars of Esquire TV’s “Uncorked” and “the new star of New York's gastronomic firmament,” as he takes you on a vinous journey from the far east end of Long Island to the western pocket of the Niagara Escarpment, visiting the Hudson Valley and Finger Lakes along the way! Get […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. The state is home to the first winery in the United States, and producers are drawing on that background to produce some of the most exciting wines in the country. Wine has […]
It is always a great time to get more for your money, and these New York wineries deliver the goods. New York wineries produce a myriad of world-class, quality wines that are impressive on their own, but even more remarkable when paired with food. For those looking to score a great bottle of wine at […]
Diversity is the greatest strength of New York wine country. There is so much more to it than Riesling, Cabernet Franc, and Chardonnay. Sparkling wine – made in myriad styles of styles using myriad grapes is the unappreciated star of the state’s wine industry. And it’s made in every corner of the state’s cool-climate wine […]
There is no mistaking that New York produces some refreshing, high-acid, white wines like Riesling. However, for this seminar, Cha McCoy shines a spotlight on the diversity and warmth of other white wines being produced across the state, just in time for colder weather. As the season has officially changed, so have our palates. For […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. The state is home to the first winery in the United States, and producers are drawing on that background to produce some of the most exciting wines in the country. Wine has […]
After the year we've all had, the upcoming holidays will be an even more special time to give thanks. There is no better pairing for your Thanksgiving feast, from appetizers to dessert, than New York wines. Perhaps a sparkler to kick things off, and a crisp dry Riesling or a playful Cabernet Franc to compliment rich foods […]
Many wine enthusiasts across the world enjoy and recognize wines produced from Vitis vinifera, the European grapevine species responsible for beloved Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Noir. But winemakers in the Northern United States have recognize the potential of, literally, going back to our roots. The term "heritage" or "heirloom" grape apply to grapes […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. The state is home to the first winery in the United States, and producers are drawing on that background to produce some of the most exciting wines in the country. Wine has […]
If you know New York wine, you might immediately think of the Finger Lakes and Riesling or your mind might go South to Long Island where Merlot often takes center stage, but the story doesn't end there. Recently, many trade and media have been focusing on other leading varietals of New York’s major growing regions. […]
Let’s bid a hearty farewell to 2020 and welcome the New Year with some authentic New York sparkle! New Year’s Eve celebrations may look different this year, but the holiday would be incomplete without the festive sound of a popping cork. Sparkling wine has driven New York’s industry since the very beginning: after Prohibition, Charles Fournier, originally of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, became the winemaker and production manager of Urbana Wine Company in the Finger Lakes. Join us as we honor New York State’s sparkling wine history, celebrate the future, and toast the new year in a lively virtual tasting with brand ambassador Wanda Mann.
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. The state is home to the first winery in the United States, and producers are drawing on that background to produce some of the most exciting wines in the country. Wine has […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. The state is home to the first winery in the United States, and producers are drawing on that background to produce some of the most exciting wines in the country. Wine has […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. In the seventh episode, Felicity Carter, the executive editor for new wine discovery platform Pix, returns to the series to lead a winemaker panel discussion that seeks to define the distinctive profile […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. London-based wine writer and author Jamie Goode returns to host the eighth episode of the series – a Finger Lakes (FLX) deep dive. The session will host winery representatives from one of […]
Join us on a journey into the cellars of 3 New York wine producers, for a behind the scenes look at the distinguishing characteristics of two of the state’s premier grape growing regions: the Finger Lakes and Long Island. Carlo DeVito, Author and Publisher, will lead the online tour and discussion – speaking with winemakers […]
On March 18, 2021 the New York Wine & Grape Foundation announced the top winners of the 35th annual New York Wine Classic, a nationally recognized competition highlighting some of the best examples of what New York wine has to offer. Following the judging of over 600 submissions from 96 wineries across the state, four wineries […]
Spring has sprung! Take a (virtual) trip to New York’s wine country as the 2021 growing season commences with budbreak. As part of our new Grower Series, this online session gives an on-the-ground look at vernal developments in the vineyard across AVAs (Finger Lakes, Lake Erie, and the North Folk of Long Island) with winemaker-led vineyard […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. In this episode, we take another deep dive – this time with a focus on one of New York’s flagship grape varieties: Riesling. Internationally known and revered around the world, this grape […]
Rosé’s approachability and versatility when it comes to food pairings is second to none when carefully crafted … and not all are created equal. “A rose is a rose is a rose” does not apply here in New York, where winemakers work with an array of grape varieties – including Sangiovese, Merlot, Lemberger, Pinot Noir and […]
Riesling is one of the most cold-tolerant of the Vitis vinifera grape varieties, with the highest quality achieved in cooler growing conditions. No wonder this noble grape is suited to the northern vineyards of New York State. Riesling is also known for its ability to produce very different styles of wine, and New York is no exception, where […]
Diverse and bold, with a long history stretching back hundreds of years, New York is reinventing itself as an epicenter of dynamic winemaking. Dan Belmont, proprietor at Good Wine x Good People in London, will lead this mouthwatering session about the food-friendly nature of the wines from New York state. Dan will lead the discussion […]
Dan Belmont, proprietor at Good Wine x Good People in London, will lead this mouthwatering session about the food-friendly nature of the wines from New York state. The discussion, accompanied by a delectable food and wine pairing exercise, will feature a panel of winery representatives from across the state, all producing cool-climate, high acid, foodie […]
Explore the vineyards of top New York wine producers with host Courtney Schiessl, for a behind-the-scenes look at the distinguishing characteristics of two of the state’s premier grape growing regions: the Finger Lakes and Long Island. She will be joined by winemakers and vineyard managers from Colloca Estate, Arrowhead Spring and Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery to discuss their individual experiences, […]
Cabernet Franc flourishes in the cool climate of four of New York’s AVAs, and has rightfully risen to fame as a stand-alone varietal in recent years. Lively moderator Kevin Zraly, wine educator and author, will lead a roundtable discussion with outstanding Cabernet Franc producers from Seneca Lake, Long Island, Hudson Valley and the Finger Lakes […]