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New York Wine Classic Winners Harbes Vineyard and Wölffer Estate are Bringing Attention to New York Wines

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves November 12, 2024

Photo courtesy of Harbes Vineyard. Each year, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation organizes the New York Wine Classic, a competition that celebrates a diverse selection of world-class wines from producers within the State. Wines entered are sent to the Beverage Tasting Institute, and its sensory panel—comprised of beverage directors, sommeliers, top bartenders, retail buyers, and educators—scores each wine. The top scorers in the various categories deservedly earn bragging rights to say they were

Call for Submissions: Annual Cabernet Franc Celebration 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation November 8, 2024

The 6th Annual Cabernet Franc Celebration event is opened for both domestic and international producers of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Franc Blends (a minimum of 50% Cabernet Franc grapes). We have had fourteen states and five countries participating previously in the event representing over 90 wines.  The Best of Class awards will be for the following categories:  Specialty Division – PetNat, Sparkling, Blanc, etc.  Blend Division – A minimum of 50% Cabernet Franc grapes  Eastern Division –

Hosmer Winery: A Legacy Rooted in the Finger Lakes 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation November 5, 2024

Image courtesy of Rima Brindamour. Nestled along the tranquil shores of Cayuga Lake, Hosmer Winery is a living testament to the artistry and dedication of grape growing and winemaking in New York’s Finger Lakes region. Founded in 1985 by Cameron and Maren Hosmer, Hosmer Winery grew from a passion for the land and a vision of producing wines that would become some of the best in New York. At the heart of this family-owned winery

Toast to Our Nation’s Veterans with These New York Wines

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves November 5, 2024

Toasting to the veterans who fight to protect our freedom is one thing, but toasting with wines made by veterans themselves adds a whole new layer of meaning to this important national holiday.  The groundwork for Veterans Day was laid on November 11, 1921, when an unknown soldier who died fighting for the United States and its allies during World War I was buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C.  In England and France,

New York Wine & Grape Foundation Appoints HOPSCOTCH Season and Sohn’s Market Makers Ltd. as Market Representatives in Vietnam and South Korea

New York Wine & Grape Foundation November 5, 2024

The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) is excited to announce the appointment of HOPSCOTCH Season (formerly SOPEXA) as the market representative for New York Wines in Vietnam, and Sohn’s Market Makers Ltd. as the market representative for New York Wines in South Korea. These new strategic partnerships aim to elevate the profile of New York wines in two dynamic markets, leveraging the expertise of HOPSCOTCH Season and Sohn’s Market Makers Ltd. to raise

Three Brothers Wineries & Estates: Promoting the Finger Lakes as a Community

New York Wine & Grape Foundation October 29, 2024

Image courtesy of Three Brothers Wineries & Estates. Three Brothers Wineries & Estates in Geneva, NY, is more than a winery; it’s a bridge connecting visitors and locals to the unique spirit of the Finger Lakes. Founded in 2007 by Dave and Luanne Mansfield, the winery is a place that combines innovation and fun, built on the vision of showcasing the best of the region. Managing Partner Erica Paolicelli has been instrumental in this vision,