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Weis Vineyards Wins Winery of the Year and Governor’s Cup for Best Dessert Wine

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves July 30, 2024

Six generations of know-how and passion spread across two continents went into Weis Vineyards’ wins at the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic. “I grew up on vineyards in the Mosel,” says Hans Peter Weis, the German-born winemaker and co-owner of Weis Vineyards with his wife Ashlee Weis. “Winegrowing and winemaking have always been a part of my life, and my family’s life going back six generations in the Mosel. But we’re a relatively new

NYWGF Issues RFP for Market Representatives in South Korea and Vietnam

New York Wine & Grape Foundation July 30, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Valerie Venezia-RossPhone: 1 (518) 229-3765Email: [email protected] The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) is currently seeking proposals for a consulting partner(s) to manage marketing efforts directed at trade, media, and consumers in both the Korea and Vietnam markets with the goal of raising brand awareness and sales of New York Wines.   The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) was created by the State of New York in 1985 as a

The Empire State’s Red-Hot Love Affair With Cabernet Franc

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves July 23, 2024

Far be it from us to play favorites with grape varieties, but it’s impossible to ignore the Empire State’s emerging star grape, Cabernet Franc. Riesling hogged the headlines and the critical acclaim in the state for decades, but thanks to a delicious cocktail of developments—including improved clones and viticultural techniques, and the auspicious pairing of grape and terroir—Cabernet Franc is now able to begin to compete with Riesling for star status in the minds of

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Governor Hochul Announces Winners of the 2024 New York Wine Classic 

New York Wine & Grape Foundation July 17, 2024

Weis Vineyards Named Winery of the Year Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the winners of the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic, a nationally recognized competition highlighting the best of New York’s wine industry. Weis Vineyards, located in the Finger Lakes region, took home the two top awards in the 2024 Competition. They were honored as Winery of the Year, and their 2018 Riesling Ice Wine was awarded the prestigious Governor’s Cup. The announcement was

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Everybody Get Excited. August Is Finger Lakes Wine Month

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves July 16, 2024

Celebrate New York’s largest wine region with special tastings, exclusive experiences, and more.  If you’ve ever wondered when the best time to visit a winery in the Finger Lakes is, the best answer is, “any time.” Each season has its charms. But, if you’re thinking about visiting the region in August, it’s certainly an exciting time to do so. The vines are lush and full. Verasion, when the grapes start to change color and ripen,

New York Wine & Grape Foundation Releases 2023-2024 Annual Report

New York Wine & Grape Foundation July 2, 2024

Dear Friends, This past year, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation Board and Staff remained focused on the needs of growers, winemakers, and other partners as we worked to strengthen the state’s agricultural economy. NYWGF aims to play a vital role in promoting New York State’s top-quality grapes and wines by implementing innovative programs, practicing sustainability, and forming strategic partnerships to secure a prosperous future for New York wines worldwide.  The following pages provide