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New York Wine & Grape Foundation Celebrates Winners of the 2026 New York Wine Classic 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation August 10, 2026

Ryan William Vineyard Earns Governor’s Cup for 2025 Pinot Blanc; Weis Vineyards Named Winery of the Year for Third Consecutive Year Winners of the 2026 New York Wine Classic were announced tonight during a live virtual Awards Ceremony hosted by Wanda Mann, East Coast Editor of The SOMM Journal & Tasting Panel and founder of Wine With Wanda. Organized by the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF), the New York Wine Classic is the state’s premier wine competition, celebrating its

Reminder of Upcoming Due Date to Submit Application for New York’s Agricultural ResiliencyAgainst Tariffs Program

Anthony G. Sandonato August 7, 2026

As a reminder, the due date for submitting an application for New York’s Agricultural Resiliency Against Tariffs Program is August 18, 2026. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the $30 million Agricultural Resiliency Against Tariffs Program, designed to provide direct financial assistance to New York State agricultural producers impacted by federal tariff policies. Eligible agricultural producers may qualify for grant funding ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. Applications are now being accepted, but the deadline to apply is

The New York Wine Classic Shines a Spotlight on the Ever-Increasing Quality of New York Wines

Robin Shreeves and Kathleen Willcox August 5, 2026

Entering its 40th anniversary, the New York Wine Classic is the state’s premier wine competition, celebrating the excellence and diversity of New York wines. The bottle that’s rated highest receives the Governor’s Cup, a large silver chalice. The winery that achieves the highest score overall across the top seven grape-based wines it submits earns the honor  of “Winery of the Year.” The origins of this competition go back to the mid-80s, when Jim Trezise, New

Cheers! In a Major Wine for New York’s Wine Industry, Governor Hochul Announces Vine Enterprises LLC will Invest $47 Million to Acquire and Modernize the Former Pleasant Valley Winery in Steuben County

New York Wine & Grape Foundation July 31, 2026

$12 Million in State Support Will Help To Restore Operations at New York’s Second Largest Winery Facility in the Village of Hammondsport and Spur More Demand for New York-Grown Grapes Will Create Almost 70 New Jobs, Redevelop Operations and Boost the Wine Industry Statewide Finger Lakes Wine Country Anchors New York’s Agritourism Economy Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Vine Enterprises, LLC will invest at least $47 million to restore operations at New York State’s

Discover New York’s Best Wines: New York Wine Classic Virtual Awards Ceremony Set 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation July 31, 2026

Join NYWGF and Host Wanda Mann on August 10th to Celebrate New York Wine  The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) is thrilled to announce that the 2026 New York Wine Classic Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday, August 10th from 6:00 – 7:00 PM EST. The live, virtual celebration is free and open to the public, and this year, New York’s best wines are ready to take center stage.  Hosted for the third consecutive year by acclaimed wine expert Wanda

The Sun Was Shining on the 10th Annual Adirondack Wine & Food Festival in Lake George

Devin Kennedy (she/her) July 24, 2026

With nearly 6,000 attendees and 8,621 Room Nights, the Festival generated $3.7 Million for the region The sun shone on June 27th and 28th in Lake George, New York for the 10th anniversary of the Adirondack Wine & Food Festival. Nearly 6,000 attendees were present throughout the weekend, enjoying samples from over 130 wineries, distilleries, cideries, breweries, non-alcoholic beverage producers, artisan food vendors, and more! “We were blessed with ideal weather in Lake George for the Festival once