New York Wines

Unpacking Wine
2023-09-18 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Pollyn, 115 Broadway, New York, NY, 11249
Packaging is the element that contributes to the carbon footprint of wine, and the way through which wine production impacts the environment the most. We will explore the various components of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging. Challenges and opportunities exist in every sector and differ depending on region, consortium requirements, monetary resources, and winery size. By understanding the issues related to each material, we can take targeted actions to minimize the negative impacts of packaging and strengthen its environmental sustainability. What solutions are out there, and how consumers are perceiving these innovations...
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Restoring Ecosystems
2023-09-19 10:00 - 11:30 | The Marshal, 628 10th Avenue, New York, NY, 10036
In a multifunctional agricultural system, that has characterized our viticulture for centuries, biodiversity provides important ecological services that underpin vineyard health, productivity, quality and resilience.
In the last decades, vineyard expansion and intensification are compromising the diversity and abundance of service-providing organisms, due to landscape homogenization, loss of key structures such as stone walls and hedgerows, high mechanization (including frequent tilling), and/or overuse of inorganic fertilizers and pesticides.
The wine industry relies on nature, so we need to enhance and preserve the Eco services that nature provides, such as carbon storage, natural control of undesirable organisms, self-regulation and reliance on the natural balance that biodiversity provides.
Ultimately, it needs to bring together nature, farmers, businesses and consumers for jointly working towards a competitively sustainable future.
In this Climate Talk, the Porto Protocol Foundation and Boldly NY (The New York Grape and Wine Foundation) will zoom into various methods the wine estates of New York State use to do all of the above. We will learn how they build and enhance and sustain Biodiversity on their lands to protect their Natural capital.
We will explore their perspectives and perceptions on biodiversity, the challenges they are experiencing, the nature-based solutions and technology they have at their disposal to service and manage their ecosystem. Most importantly, we will gain an understanding of the benefits they are achieving with their best practices.
PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited to 25 seats. Please do not sign up for this event unless you are sure you can make it in person. Thank you!
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Seeding the Future
2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
In this Climate Talk we will debate the why and the how of internalizing climate change in wine businesses: Where do you start? How does this materialize into a balance sheet? What are the fundamental changes this decision will bring into the modus operandi of the business? What barriers may one encounter? What opportunities arise from it? What are the risks? How does it affect your relationship with your stakeholders, from employees to providers? How do you address it and communicate it? How do you pass it on to your consumers?
We will seek to present practical approaches to these questions by players from the industry worldwide that have decided to address climate emergency in a proactive fashion, committed to build a path to sustain their wine legacy for generations to come.
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Saving Every Drop
2023-09-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
The water footprint (WF) of a product is an indicator of the consumption methods affecting water resources along wine’s life cycle. Today, there is global recognition that water scarcity is a major global challenge. As such, the evaluation of the WF of agro-industrial products is key, as they are widely known as having a significant footprint on water resources. The global average water footprint of grapes is 610 liter/kg. One kilogram of grapes results in 0.7 liter of wine, so the water footprint of wine is APPROXIMATELY 870 liters of water per liter of wine. This means that one glass of wine (125 ml) costs 110 liters (according to the Water Footprint Network).
Producers know that grape vines have a capacity for survival and resilience to austere climates. However, the increased production of grapes and wine, combined with droughts and adverse effects brought on by climate change, mean that now, more than ever, water needs to be used efficiently. There is an urgent need to understand where and how wine producers can improve water management in the life cycle of wine either by the reduction of water, or the elimination of the use of water altogether.
This talk will address this issue and will try to identify the major challenges producers face when using water throughout the production cycle of grapes and wine. During this conversation, we will analyze the importance of efficient use of water. We will explore the best technologies and best practices available for the vineyard and the winery. To do this, our international panelists will share their approaches to all three components of determining WF (water footprint): understanding the differences between green, blue, and grey water, reliance on rainwater to practice dry farming and the opportunities to reuse treated wastewater.
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New York Sustainable Winegrowing Certification - Marketing Training
2023-10-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
All current New York Sustainable Winegrowing program participants, and anyone interested in learning more, are invited to join NYWGF and Born Collective for a 90-minute overview of our new Certification Trustmark and additional marketing assets.
Our team will also discuss a variety of ‘use case’ scenarios, general rules of use, and provide additional information about allowable claims for growers with current certified vineyards and wineries using certified grapes to produce wine in the future.
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New York Wines Marketing Toolkit Launch
2023-10-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
NYWGF is proud to launch this comprehensive New York Wines Marketing Toolkit online, including a range of new assets, an updated Boldly, NY. logo, and all-new ‘New York Wines’ and ‘Sustainable Winegrowing’ logos. All interested wineries, growers, trade, media, and other partners are invited to learn more about the New York Wines Brand Expansion on October 5th, 2023, from 10 AM – 12 PM EST.
During this webinar, you will hear about the process that shaped the final assets, how they work together to tell the story of New York Wines, and how you may access and use the tools in your ongoing promotion of New York wine.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Evaluating Vision-Guided Spray Tech for Selective Sucker Control in Grapes
2023-10-18 08:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
Join us as Lynn Sosnoskie, Assistant Professor, School of Integrative Plant Science Horticulture Section Cornell AgriTech, presents her research findings on Evaluating vision-guided spray technology for selective sucker control in grapes.
Since its creation in 1985, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) has sponsored an ambitious and comprehensive research program in close coordination with the industry and academia. NYWGF’s annual research budget is normally between $350,000-$500,000 each fiscal year and consists of private sector funding which is required to leverage state matching funds. NYWGF’s research program is enhancing the organization’s overall strategic goal: To have the New York grape and wine industry recognized as a world leader in quality, productivity, and social responsibility.
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This webinar is free to all New York wineries and growers as well as Members of the Garden State Winegrowers Association.
This session is proudly sponsored by American National Insurance.

Consumer Journey Mapping Educational Workshops (Part 1)
2023-10-24 10:30 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
Finish the year strong with top-notch tools and strategies. Sandra Beals, founder of DTC Wine Workshops, will guide attendees through the process of identifying current wine brand loyalists based on key values. These values will be used to attract new, like-minded consumer audiences.
The 2-Part Consumer Journey Mapping Workshop Key Take-Aways include:

Wine Consumer Journey Mapping Template & Hands-On Instruction for completing
Data Analysis Instruction to Develop List of Key Consumer Types by Sales Channel
A Mapping Exercise to Successfully Implement a Wine Consumer Journey Map
Two Audience Q& A Sessions

Dates & Times

October 24th, 2023 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Part 1)
October 31st, 2023 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Part 2)

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This webinar is free to all NYWGF Tier 2 & Tier 3 members as well as Members of the Garden State Winegrowers Association.
This session is proudly sponsored by American National Insurance.

Race for the Greenway
2023-10-29
Trust for Public Land is creating the Long Island Greenway, a biking and pedestrian trail that will stretch 175 miles from Manhattan to Montauk. You can Race for the Greenway to make it happen! The 175-mile Long Island Greenway will provide a trail for walkers, bikers, hikers, and runners, passing through 27 communities. Help raise funds for this ambitious project by joining us on October 29.
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Trick or Treat Along the Trail
2023-10-29 10:00 - 17:00
Who said trick or treating was only for kids?
On Sunday, October 29, each winery is pairing one of their delicious wines with a Halloween Candy of their choice. Costumes aren’t mandatory, but we’d love to see them! No sitter? No problem! Bring the kiddos. We have candy for them, too! We’re also pet-friendly!
(One wine and candy pairing is complimentary with the purchase of tasting or flight)
Participating Wineries:
Americana Vineyards
Buttonwood Grove Winery
Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery
Knapp Winery
Long Point Winery
Lucas Vineyards
Montezuma Winery
Six Eighty Cellars
Six Mile Creek Vineyard
Swedish Hill Winery
Thirsty Owl Wine Co.

Consumer Journey Mapping Educational Workshops (Part 2)
2023-10-31 10:30 - 12:30 | Virtual Event

New York Wine Guide – Thanksgiving Delights
2023-11-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
Join Crush Wine XP on Wednesday, November 1 to explore a symphony of flavors perfect for Thanksgiving in a FREE virtual tasting that will celebrate food-friendly white and red wines from New York, in the spirit — and menu — of the season. Four (4) outstanding New York wineries will present their wines: Thirsty Owl Wine Company, Boundary Breaks, Billsboro Winery, and Montezuma Winery. Each one’s selection will play a role in pairing with the traditional Thanksgiving meal: from appetizers to main courses to classic side dishes. This is a golden opportunity to discover New York’s best wines for your annual celebration of food, family, friends, and being thankful.
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Biochar: Observed Vineyard Impact & Practical Insights for Application
2023-11-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event
Join Debbie Aller, PhD, Extension Associate at Cornell University and program coordinator for the New York Soil Health Initiativeto learn more about biochar, the impacts observed in vineyards, and practical insights into its application in perennial systems.
Biochar is a charcoal-like material produced from organic waste materials through a process called pyrolysis. It is a highly stable carbon rich product that acts as a long-lasting soil amendment with numerous potential agronomic and environmental benefits. Biochar is being used in viticulture globally and has been shown to improve productivity through improved plant and soil health without negatively impacting grape quality or wine flavor. The diversity of biochars, however, means it is not a one size fits all product and must be applied to the right soils to address a resource concern.
This presentation will provide an overview of biochar, impacts observed to vineyards in NYS and beyond, and practical insights into its application in perennial systems.
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This webinar is free to all New York wineries and growers as well as Members of the Garden State Winegrowers Association.
This session is proudly sponsored by American National Insurance.

Share the Bounty
2023-11-11 - 2023-11-12
Our annual fundraising event to benefit food banks, food pantries and charities along the Niagara Wine Trail. Each winery accepts either a monetary donation or a non-perishable donation in exchange for tastings this weekend.
No passes or tickets needed to participate. Please click here for how to make a donation in exchange for your tasting.

Handcrafted Holidays
2023-11-11 10:00 - 17:00
Get ready for the holiday season along the Keuka Lake Wine Trail! Raise your glasses and your spirits as you take a self-guided tour of our 5 member wineries. Enjoy a unique, specially-prepared experience at each winery. You’ll have a custom itinerary for the day where you’ll be treated to special tastings, wine samples, and holiday inspired food pairings.
Select an itinerary that determines your desired starting winery here.

Agrichemical Remote Sensing to Improve Sustainable Grape Disease Management
2023-11-13 09:00 - 09:30 | Virtual Event
Join Dr. Katie Gold, Assistant Professor of Grape Pathology, School of Integrative Plant Science, Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology Section, Cornell University, presents her research findings on Agrichemical Remote Sensing to Improve Sustainable Grape Disease Management.
Since its creation in 1985, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) has sponsored an ambitious and comprehensive research program in close coordination with the industry and academia. NYWGF’s annual research budget is normally between $350,000-$500,000 each fiscal year and consists of private sector funding which is required to leverage state matching funds. NYWGF’s research program is enhancing the organization’s overall strategic goal: To have the New York grape and wine industry recognized as a world leader in quality, productivity, and social responsibility.
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This webinar is free to all New York wineries and growers as well as Members of the Garden State Winegrowers Association.
This session is proudly sponsored by American National Insurance.

Holiday Shopping Spree
2023-11-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-03 10:00 - 17:00
Holiday Shopping Spree is back for its 29th year and ready to make you the thrifty multi-tasker that you are! Treat yourself while shopping for others and cross items off your gift list as you sample before you buy. Save money with your Holiday Shoppers Card. You’ll get a souvenir wine glass, a souvenir ornament, wine and food pairings, a digital recipe book, and $5 off a $35 wine purchase at every single winery! New this year- a chance to win a grand prize as you cross people off your list!
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Holiday Fineries At The Wineries
2023-11-18 11:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-19 11:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-02 11:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-03 11:00 - 17:00
Our participating member wineries will be decked out for the season and are very excited to welcome you back. This event is a great opportunity to taste a variety of wines produced in the Hudson Valley and get a jump on your holiday shopping to stock up for the season, plus you’ll receive a wine tasting glass, a tasting flight at four wineries and collect some cool holiday ornaments along the way!
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New York Sustainable Winegrowing Program Info Session
2023-11-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event
The New York Sustainable Winegrowing Program is Now Accepting Applications for 2024.
All New York grape growers are welcome to join Justin Jackson, NYWGF Sustainability Program Manager, as he provides a comprehensive overview of the program’s process. This will include the process of certifying your vineyard in 2024 and maintaining certification for those vineyards certified in 2023.
This webinar is appropriate for vineyards thinking about joining the program, vineyards currently in the program, and wineries interested in using the Sustainability Trustmark on their bottles in the future.
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Tasting Room Sales: Lessons Learned from the NY Mystery Shopping Project
2023-11-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual Event
In 2022, NYWGF’s longstanding relationship with the WISE Academy resulted in the opportunity to provide ten winery members with a FREE Mystery Shopper analysis. From these results, WISE provided valuable intel to help us understand more about our overall industry strengths and areas of opportunities for sales growth. Join us as we discuss the results of this project and chat about lessons learned for the Finger Lakes, Long Island and beyond.
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This webinar is free to all NYWGF Tier 2 & Tier 3 members as well as Members of the Garden State Winegrowers Association.
This session is proudly sponsored by American National Insurance.

Holiday Happening
2023-12-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-12-03 12:00 - 17:00
Sample wine at your local Niagara Wine Trail Wineries and get ready for the holiday season.
Each single and couple ticket includes an appetizer party plate from each winery. With the party plate you can easily hold your food and drink with one hand, and leave your other hand free while you mingle. Collect a whole set to use at your next gathering!
Valid for Saturday AND Sunday, each ticket includes a tasting of 3 wines from each participating winery location and one party plate from each winery visited.
Couples ticket includes wine tasting for two people and one plate per couple.
Ticket sales online end November 30th or when sold out. Tickets may be purchased during the event if not sold out. Party plate gifts available while supplies last.

Your 2-DAY pass includes:
3 tastes of wine at each of the participating wineries once over the two day event.

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Christmas Around the World 2023
2023-12-02 11:00 - 2023-12-03 18:00
It’s the best time of the year and time for Lake Ontario Wine Trail’s favorite event…Christmas Around the World is back this December 2nd & 3rd!
NEW THIS YEAR: We are going digital! When you purchase your event ticket, it will be immediately delivered to your phone and email. At each location you’ll bring out your phone to redeem the tastings at those spots. Couldn’t be easier!
Travel the Lake Ontario Wine Trail this holiday season for our annual holiday tour. Celebrate the season with festive pairings of wine, spirits and ciders with foods from around the world. Each participant will represent a different country, pairing traditional holiday dishes with local award-winning wines, spirits and ciders. All pairings offer unique flavors for guests to experience. There will be plenty of fun, food, and holiday shopping for all to enjoy.
This event is held from 11 AM to 6 PM on both Saturday and Sunday. This is a self guided tour, you have both days to finish the event.
Due to limited space in tasting rooms, reservations for groups of 8 or more are required. Not all locations can accommodate large groups. Please email us at contactus@lakeontariowinetrail.com to set up an itinerary.
If you have questions regarding this event, please email us at contactus@lakeontariowinetrail.com. We hope to see you on the Trail!
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A Holiday Tasting of Bubbles, Reds, and Dessert Wines
2023-12-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
A Virtual tasting of New York wines for your holiday feast.
This virtual tasting, featuring four (4) New York wineries — Glenora Wine Cellars, Three Brothers Wineries & Estates, Weis Vineyards, and Adirondack Winery — will offer a collection of the holiday season’s most exquisite wines, designed to captivate taste buds and pair perfectly with holiday foods. The event program will explore classic holiday choices such as sparkling wines, bold reds, and dessert wines. It will be a lineup designed to appeal to wine aficionados and casual fans alike. What’s a holiday feast without great options for wine?
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