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Rooted in Tradition, Thriving on Innovation: The Story of Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation January 21, 2025

Image courtesy of Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars Nestled along the eastern shore of Seneca Lake in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes wine region, Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars is a testament to the enduring bond between family, land, and the art of winemaking. With over 130 acres of estate vineyards meticulously managed using sustainable practices, this veteran-owned winery weaves generations of farming expertise into every bottle.  A Family Legacy  The story of Lamoreaux Landing

The Story Behind Some of New York’s Most Unusual Plantings

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves January 21, 2025

The recent 2024 New York Vineyard Report has inspired a lot of excitement among the circle of individuals who get giddy pouring over data on grapes. It may not be a large group—but it is a passionate one! It has also raised some interesting questions about the present and future of grape growing—and wine consumption—in New York.  One of those questions: who’s planting Turan, Feteasca Neagra and Gamay Noir grapes. And why? New York has

Mazza Chautauqua Cellars: A Family Legacy of Winemaking Excellence 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation January 14, 2025

Image courtesy of Mazza Chautauqua Cellars. Mazza Chautauqua Cellars stands as a testament to generations of passion, craftsmanship, and dedication to the rich heritage of winemaking. Located in the Lake Erie AVA, the winery reflects the Mazza family’s deep-rooted connection to the land and a tradition that began thousands of miles away in Calabria, Italy. From their origins as farmers cultivating figs, chestnuts, and, of course, grapes, the Mazza family has brought their agricultural expertise

The Heartfelt Story Behind Heart & Hands Winery: Crafting Legacy and Sustainability in the Finger Lakes 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation January 7, 2025

Logo courtesy of Heart & Hands Wine Company. The Claddagh symbol—a heart, hands, and crown—traditionally represents love, loyalty, and friendship. For Heart & Hands Wine Company, nestled on the east side of Cayuga Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes, this emblem takes on an additional, deeply personal meaning. It reflects the winery’s dedication to a heartfelt connection to the land, a hands-on commitment to winemaking, and the loyal stewardship of its unique terroir. This ethos

The 2024 Vineyard Report Is Set To Transform the Current Perception and Future of New York Wine 

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves January 7, 2025

For anyone who has grown, produced, or sipped wine grown and made in the Empire State in the past decade, the notion that New York can make world-class wine feels like old, if not patently the-sky-is-blue-obvious, news. But for less lucky wine enthusiasts who have not had the pleasure, New York wine still often feels up-and-coming.  But that is set to change, now that winemakers, subregions and the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF)

Uncorking Collaboration: Introducing the New York Wine & Retailer Roundtable Series 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation January 3, 2025

The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) is excited to announce the launch of the Uncorking Collaboration: The New York Wine & Retailer Roundtable Series, a dynamic three-part webinar series designed to strengthen partnerships between New York wineries, retailers, and distributors. This new initiative aims to foster collaboration and explore innovative strategies to elevate the presence of New York wines in retail settings.  Kicking off on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, the series will bring