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New York Wineries Find Success Embracing Consumers Desire to Fit Wine Into A Healthy Lifestyle

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves February 13, 2024

By the end of January, many people lose their resolve to be healthier in the new year.  But recently, particularly in the alcohol space, people are choosing to be more mindful about what they consume throughout the entire year. Inherently, this is a good thing, but it leaves some confusion for those who make wine. How can winemakers navigate the intersection between wine and a healthy lifestyle? What many refer to as the “No and

How New York Wineries Stoke Bottom Lines By Building Relationships

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves February 6, 2024

With more than 11,500 wineries to choose from in the U.S. alone, beverage enthusiasts could drink a bottle of wine from a different winery every day, and not run out of new options for several years. Exciting for thirsty, novelty-loving wine lovers, less so for vintners eager to establish a loyal base of supporters. These days, that entails a tightrope walk: wineries have to establish personal relationships with people who can feel like they’re part

New York Wine & Grape Foundation Launches 2024 Vineyard Survey 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation February 5, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Contact: Valerie Venezia-RossPhone: 1 (518) 229-3765Email: valerieross@nywgf.org Penn Yan, NY, February 6, 2024: The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) is excited to unveil its highly anticipated 2024 Vineyard Survey. In collaboration with Agency 29, Ag Access, and Deep Planet, NYWGF aims to chart a new course for the state’s wine and grape industry.  Sam Filler, Executive Director of NYWGF, highlighted the survey’s significance, stating, “This marks a pivotal moment for the New

​How New York Wine Is Popping Up on Menus in Japan, the U.K., and Denmark

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves January 30, 2024

There are more than 400 wineries in New York, and they are garnering increasingly enthusiastic raves from national critics at Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, The New York Times and others. And thanks to an innovative program, and the hard work of winemakers willing to travel and share their story, the good word on New York’s incredible wines is spreading across the globe. How it Works  The New York Wine & Grape Foundation offers programs and

New York’s Wine Country in the Winter Has Something for Everyone

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves January 23, 2024

The winter is without a doubt one of the best times to explore wine country in New York. Not only are the vines often blanketed in winter white, there are fewer visitors, a range of imaginative events and more opportunities to learn from and interact with the people behind the wines. With more than 470 active wineries in the Empire State and 35,000+ acres under vine, there is plenty to discover for new and experienced

Now is The Time to Join NYWGF

New York Wine & Grape Foundation January 18, 2024

Join the NYWGF Today as a Winery or Grower For over 35 years, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) has been dedicated to promoting the world-class image of New York grapes and wines. Our mission is clear: to responsibly benefit farmers, producers, and consumers through innovative marketing, research, communication, and advocacy. As a non-profit organization committed to strengthening and promoting New York State wines, we serve as the vital link connecting wine enthusiasts, winemakers, and