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They Said New York Was Too Cold for Great Wine. Nearly 500 Wineries Later, Meet 10 Vineyards Proving Just How Wrong They Were.

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From the Hudson Valley and Capital Region to the Finger Lakes and North Fork, these vineyards are changing the way people experience New York wine.

New York wine country is much bigger, more beautiful, and far more exciting than many people realize.


Across the state, winemakers are turning cool-climate grapes into exceptional Rieslings, Cabernet Francs, sparkling wines, skin-contact wines, elegant reds, creative blends, and bottles that refuse to fit neatly into any category. Some are carrying generations of European winemaking knowledge into the future. Others are planting unexpected grapes, experimenting with new techniques, or building something completely their own.

But the wine is only the beginning.


You can watch the sun disappear behind Seneca Lake with a glass of pét-nat in hand, ring a bell at a Florence-inspired wine window in New Paltz, explore an art exhibition during a tasting in downtown Hudson, or follow a country road to a wonderfully quirky WineFarm hidden in Columbia County. From sweeping vineyard views to intimate guided tastings, wood-fired pizza, live music, farm stays, historic barns, outdoor bars, and tasting rooms designed to welcome curious newcomers as warmly as lifelong wine collectors, this is wine country with range.


This guide brings together 10 distinctive New York wine destinations stretching from the Shawangunk Ridge to the North Fork of Long Island. They do not share one aesthetic, one winemaking philosophy, or one definition of the perfect tasting experience. That is precisely what makes exploring them so much fun.


You do not need to understand residual sugar, fermentation methods, or the geology beneath every vineyard before you arrive. You only need to be curious. Ask questions. Try a grape you have never heard of. Order the wine you enjoy, whether that means a bone-dry Riesling, an earthy Cabernet Franc, a bright sparkling wine, or something cold, fruity, and made for a summer afternoon.


New York wine is serious without needing to be intimidating, and these are 10 unforgettable places to begin exploring it.


Hours, menus, tasting formats, and seasonal programming can change. Check directly with each vineyard before making the drive.

Neverstill Wines

Hudson, NY


Neverstill brings the Finger Lakes to downtown Hudson, pairing sustainably made, cool-climate wines with art, thoughtful hospitality, and a striking Warren Street tasting salon.

Founder Christy Counts created Neverstill around the belief that exceptional wine should invite people into the conversation rather than make them feel excluded. The name was inspired by the Hudson River, described as “the water that is never still,” and reflects a women-led company committed to sustainability and the evolving potential of New York wine.


Guests enjoying wine inside the Neverstill tasting salon

The grapes come from the Finger Lakes, including vineyards near Seneca Lake, but the visitor experience unfolds in Hudson. Designed by local creative Amy Ilias, the salon combines the warmth of a beautifully appointed lounge with the energy of a contemporary gallery. Rotating exhibitions showcase regional artists, a fireplace anchors the room during colder months, and a seasonal patio opens onto Warren Street.


A guided flight is the best way to explore Neverstill’s range. Riesling delivers the freshness and acidity for which the Finger Lakes are celebrated, while Chenin Blanc introduces visitors to a grape still relatively uncommon in New York. Cabernet Franc, sparkling pét-nat, and changing releases reveal even more of the region’s versatility. Each pour comes with enough insight to deepen the experience while leaving plenty of room for conversation, discovery, and personal taste.


Fireplace and lounge seating at Neverstill Wines in Hudson

Neverstill also serves glasses, bottles, snacks, shareable plates, and thoughtfully curated pairings. You may even discover wines from other New York producers, giving the salon a broader sense of connection to the state’s wine community.


What to Seek Out:

Begin with the Chenin Blanc or Riesling, then ask what the team is currently most excited to pour.


HVH Tip:

Give yourself enough time to enjoy the current art exhibition and a pairing instead of treating Neverstill as a quick stop between Warren Street shops.


At a Glance:

Location: 739 Warren Street, Hudson, NY

Experience: Guided tastings, wines by the glass or bottle, small plates, New York wines, rotating art, and indoor and outdoor seating

Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 1–8 PM; Sunday, 1–6 PM

Reservations: Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are highly recommended

Forge Cellars

Old-World Pedigree. Finger Lakes Precision.

Burdett, NY


Forge Cellars barn glowing above Seneca Lake at sunset

High above Seneca Lake, Forge Cellars produces bone-dry Riesling, cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Franc with one goal: allowing every wine to reflect the place it came from.


That sense of place extends into The Salon, Forge’s relaxed, alpine-inspired indoor/outdoor gathering space overlooking Bellows Vineyard and Seneca Lake. Guests can sit at the bar and talk wine with the team, settle into one of the semi-private lounge areas, cozy up beside the wood stove in the open-air lounge, or claim an Adirondack chair out on the point.


Wine and artisanal charcuterie pairing at Forge Cellars

The staff can offer a high level of wine education when guests want to dig deeper, but knowledge is never treated as the price of admission. The Salon is primarily designed for people to kick back, explore the rotating catalog, and enjoy the surroundings at their own pace.


Flights feature five Forge wines, while additional selections are available by the glass or bottle. The list may also include wines from Forge’s sister wineries in France, Château de Saint Cosme and Château de Rouanne, creating a fascinating connection between Seneca Lake and the Rhône Valley.




Forge Cellars tasting flight with wine samples

Food is far more interesting than a standard tasting-room snack board. Toasted baguette, artisanal cheese, imported Jamón, and seasonal market-style dishes join a selection of more than 40 conserva, or artisanal tinned seafood, available to enjoy in The Salon or take home. Their salty, savory richness makes them an unexpectedly excellent partner for Forge’s bone-dry Riesling.


Guests who want to go deeper can reserve a 90-minute Summer House tasting featuring six wines, a cellar walk, a library pour, and an approachable exploration of the glacial history and ancient soils behind them.


What to Seek Out:

Begin with the Dry Riesling Classique, then compare it with a single-vineyard Riesling to experience how dramatically the individual site can shape a wine.


HVH Tip:

Order a Riesling and let the team help you choose a conserva pairing. Then take it outside to an Adirondack chair overlooking Bellows Vineyard and Seneca Lake.


At a Glance:

Location: 3775 Mathews Road, Burdett, NY

Instagram: @forgecellars Website: ForgeCellars.com

Experience: Flights, glasses, bottles, French sister-winery selections, artisanal foods, 40+ conserva, indoor and outdoor lounges, guided tastings, cellar tours, and Seneca Lake views

Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 11:30 AM–6:30 PM; Sunday, 12–5 PM

Reservations: Not required for The Salon; required for Summer House tastings

Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery

Four Decades of Proving the Hudson Valley Can Make Serious Wine.

Gardiner, NY


Sparkling wine poured beside a vineyard picnic at Whitecliff

Beneath the Shawangunk Ridge, Whitecliff Vineyard has spent more than four decades discovering just how much the Hudson Valley can produce.

Founders Michael Migliore and Yancey Stanforth-Migliore began planting experimental vines on their Gardiner property in 1979. What started as a determination to learn which grapes could flourish here grew into a family-run winery with deep regional roots, a commitment to sustainable winegrowing, and one of the Hudson Valley’s broadest selections of wine.


Aerial view of Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery

Whitecliff’s portfolio makes a compelling case for exploring beyond familiar grapes. Awosting White, a longtime guest favorite made from Seyval Blanc and Vignoles, is bright and approachable. Cabernet Franc reveals the savory, food-friendly side of Hudson Valley reds, while Gamay Noir, traditional-method sparkling wine, and creative blends show the range New York’s climate can support. Every wine is vegan, meaning no animal-derived products are used during the winemaking process.

The original Gardiner tasting room sits beside the vineyard with expansive views of the Shawangunks. Visitors can choose from guided tastings, glasses, or bottles and pair them with locally made cheeses, chocolates, crackers, and other snacks. With such a sizable wine list, one of the pleasures of visiting Whitecliff is moving beyond your usual order and discovering a grape or blend you may not encounter anywhere else.


Guests raising glasses of rose at Whitecliff Vineyard

Whitecliff also operates a second tasting room in Hudson, set among vines and fruit trees above the Hudson River. Both locations offer their own landscape, but Gardiner is the place to experience the winery’s history and see where every bottle is made.


What to Seek Out:

Try the Awosting White for a Hudson Valley classic, then explore the Cabernet Franc or Gamay Noir for a different side of the region.


HVH Tip:

Build your own pairing from the local snacks, settle in with the Shawangunk views, and ask the team to introduce you to a grape you have never tried.


At a Glance:

Location: 331 McKinstry Road, Gardiner, NY

Experience: Guided tastings, glasses, bottles, local snacks, vineyard views, and indoor and outdoor seating

Hours: Sunday–Friday, 12–5:30 PM; Saturday, 12–7 PM

Reservations: First come, first served; groups of seven or more must request availability in advance

Josey’s WineFarm

Small-Batch Wines Grown at the Edge of the Berkshires.

Old Chatham, NY


Joseys WineFarm bottles displayed in the vineyard

Follow the country roads into the foothills of the Berkshires and you will find Josey’s WineFarm, a small, seasonal farm winery filled with open space and plenty of personality.

Josey’s produces small-batch wines from grapes harvested from the onsite vineyard. The experience feels personal and refreshingly unhurried. This is a place to taste something new, claim a seat under the covered porch or sunbathe in the field, and spend an afternoon surrounded by trees, wildlife and rolling Columbia County countryside.


Country entrance to Joseys WineFarm in Old Chatham

The wine lineup reflects Josey’s WineFarm itself: relaxed, a little adventurous, and rooted in what grows here. Made entirely from estate-grown grapes, including distinctive varietals well suited to the Hudson Valley climate, the wines range from rich, expressive reds to lively, refreshing whites and rose wines. In the hot summer months, you can cool down with Josey’s rotating wine slushies called “frozen awesomes.” There’s plenty for curious wine drinkers to explore, but the experience remains approachable, unpretentious, and easy to enjoy.


Tastings can be savored inside a spacious, air-conditioned tasting room or outdoors beneath covered and shaded seating overlooking the farm. Local beers and snack plates made with thoughtfully sourced regional ingredients are also available, making Josey’s an easy choice when not everyone in the group drinks wine. Special events bring live music, performances, and other surprises to the farm throughout the season. And with a setting like this, it’s easy to imagine celebrating something bigger here, too—Josey’s is now welcoming weddings and private events at the WineFarm.


Rows of estate-grown vines at Joseys WineFarm

Guests who want more than an afternoon can stay in one of the onsite vacation rentals just steps from the vines. It transforms a quiet tasting into a full country escape and makes Josey’s one of the few destinations in this guide where wine country can become home for the night.


What to Seek Out:

Ask about the newest small-batch release. Josey’s laid-back ‘Porch Red’ is made for drinking a little differently. Served chilled, and, if you’re feeling adventurous, with a slice of jalapeno, it’s fun, refreshing, and a good introduction to the WineFarm’s playful approach to wine.


HVH Tip:

Check Instagram before making the drive. Josey’s is a seasonal working farm, so hours and events can change with the weather and the rhythms of the property.


At a Glance:

Location: 383 Pitts Road, Old Chatham, NY

Instagram: @joseys.winefarm Website: Joseys-WineFarm.com

Experience: Estate wines, relaxed tastings, local beer, snack plates, indoor and outdoor seating, special events, and onsite farm stays

Hours: Typically Saturday and Sunday, 12–6 PM, May through October

Robibero Winery

42 Acres. Four Estate Grapes. One Hands-On Family Winery.

New Paltz, NY


Robibero red wine being poured into a tasting glass

Established in 2010, Robibero is a hands-on family winery in New Paltz, NY. Estate-grown Cabernet Franc, Vidal Blanc, Syrah and newly planted Albariño are complemented by select fruit from the Finger Lakes and Long Island. Every wine is crushed and fermented on-site in our solar-powered winery.

The Robibero family transformed a former event property into a vineyard and tasting destination where the atmosphere feels more like a family gathering than a formal wine room. Production remains intentionally small, with fewer than 5,000 cases made annually.


Outdoor gathering table at Robibero Winery

That combination of estate-grown grapes and carefully selected New York fruit gives the wine list room to roam. Visitors may encounter crisp whites, Cabernet Franc Blanc, sparkling wine, rose, structured reds and limited estate releases.

Create a four-wine tasting flight, enjoy a glass or bottle, and settle in for sweeping Shawangunk Ridge views. Weekends bring wood-fired pizza and live music, and on select dates, guests can ring the bell at the family’s hand-built, Florence-inspired Wine Window.


Robibero wine glass overlooking vineyard rows

The Wine Window deserves its own moment. Inspired by the centuries-old buchette del vino of Florence and Tuscany, the hand-built window turns a simple pour into a little theater. Ring the bell on select dates and your wine appears through the small opening.

Wine remains the focus, but mixed groups are covered with New York craft beer, cider, cocktails and nonalcoholic choices, making it easy to settle in and stay awhile.


What to Seek Out


Create a four-wine tasting flight and ask which estate-grown wines are currently available. Cabernet Franc, Vidal Blanc and Syrah offer a compelling introduction to what Robibero grows in New Paltz.


HVH Tip


Check the schedule before visiting for Wine Window dates, live music, wood-fired pizza, and seasonal events.


At a Glance


Location: 714 Albany Post Road, New Paltz, NY

Experience: Four-wine tasting flights, glasses, bottles, Shawangunk Ridge views, wood-fired pizza, live music, seasonal events, and the Wine Window

Hours: Open daily, 11 AM–6 PM

Good to Know: Friendly dogs are welcome but must remain leashed and under control

Atwater Vineyards

Experimental Bottles, Serious Views

and a Front-Row Seat to Seneca Lake.

Burdett, NY


Vineyard harvest equipment among the vines at Atwater

Perched high above the eastern shore of Seneca Lake, Atwater Vineyards pairs expressive estate-grown wines with panoramic views and one of the liveliest sunset scenes in Finger Lakes wine country.


Established in 1999, the family-owned winery stretches across 80 scenic acres, with more than 40 acres of vines and 19 grape varieties growing in the lake-influenced microclimate. As an estate winery, Atwater remains closely connected to the land, following the grapes from vineyard to bottle and allowing each vintage to influence the final wine.


Freshly harvested grapes being sorted at Atwater Vineyards

Atwater specializes in dry, low-intervention wines, using thoughtful techniques such as neutral-barrel aging, skin and stem contact, and natural sparkling fermentation. Riesling and Cabernet Franc showcase classic Finger Lakes varieties, while pét-nat and skin-fermented orange wines reveal the winery’s more adventurous side. Guided seated tastings connect those techniques to what appears in the glass, giving visitors a clearer understanding of how each wine was shaped.


The seasonal Vista Bar turns Atwater into much more than a daytime tasting stop. Guests can order wine, cocktails, zero-proof drinks, cheese plates, and small bites while looking across Seneca Lake. During Atwater After Hours, singer-songwriters perform on Thursday evenings and DJs take over select SunSET Series nights, creating an energetic gathering place for visitors and locals.


Rose wine poured during a tasting at Atwater Vineyards

The view is impressive at any hour, but sunset changes the entire experience. Watching the sky shift over Seneca Lake with a cold glass of wine in hand is reason enough to plan the afternoon around it.


What to Seek Out:

Riesling is a standout introduction to Atwater’s dry-wine style. Follow it with a pét-nat or skin-fermented wine to experience the more experimental side of the collection.


HVH Tip:

Visit later in the day when the Vista Bar is open. Check the event calendar for live singer-songwriters, SunSET DJ nights, visiting food vendors, and extended evening hours.



At a Glance:

Location: 5055 State Route 414, Burdett, NY

Instagram: @atwaterwine Website: AtwaterVineyards.com

Experience: Guided seated tastings, wine by the glass or bottle, small bites, a seasonal outdoor bar, live music, DJ nights, and panoramic Seneca Lake views

Hours: Tasting room open daily, 11 AM–6 PM; seasonal Vista Bar open until 9 PM Thursday–Saturday and 8 PM Sunday

Reservations: Recommended for guided tastings

Hillick & Hobbs

One Grape. One Dramatic Estate. Riesling at Its Most Ambitious.

Burdett, NY


Modern tasting room at Hillick and Hobbs

Hillick & Hobbs is the cool one: dark wood, clean lines, steep vineyards and Seneca Lake glowing beyond the glass. The entire experience feels beautifully considered, but never overdone.


Founded by internationally acclaimed winemaker Paul Hobbs, the estate is devoted entirely to limited-production dry Riesling. High-density vines climb grades reaching 55 degrees through slate-rich soils, planted up and down the slope in a nod to the great vineyards of Germany’s Mosel. Rather than trying to be everything to everyone, Hillick & Hobbs goes deep on one grape and one remarkable piece of land.


Estate Dry Riesling tasting at Hillick and Hobbs

That focus becomes clear in the glass. A seated tasting moves through multiple vintages of Estate Dry Riesling alongside selections from the Paul Hobbs portfolio, revealing how each growing season and time in the bottle reshape the same dramatic site. Add locally made bites, settle in overlooking the vines, and it becomes very easy to lose track of the afternoon.

To understand what makes these wines so distinctive, reserve the 75-minute vineyard tour. Guests explore the 24-acre estate, learn how the team farms this unusually steep terrain, and finish with a vertical tasting of library and current-vintage Estate Dry Rieslings. It is one of the most immersive vineyard experiences in this guide.


Sunset over the lawn and Seneca Lake at Hillick and Hobbs

The setting may be what gets you through the door. The wine is why Hillick & Hobbs belongs on every serious wine lover’s radar. Six Rieslings earned scores of 95 or higher in James Suckling’s 2026 Finger Lakes report.


What to Seek Out:

Begin with the Estate Dry Riesling, then taste across multiple vintages if the opportunity is available. Experiencing the same vineyard from different years is where the Hillick & Hobbs story becomes especially compelling.


HVH Tip:

Make Thursday your move during the summer. The Sunset Series stretches into the evening with wine by the glass or bottle, food and occasional live music as the sun drops behind Seneca Lake. Arrive early. The Sunset Series is first come, first served.


At a Glance:

Location: 3539 State Route 79, Burdett, NY 14818

Experience: Limited-production dry Riesling, seated tastings, wine by the glass or bottle, food pairings, vineyard tours, and panoramic Seneca Lake views

Hours: Thursday 11 AM–8 PM; Friday–Saturday 11 AM–6 PM; Sunday–Wednesday 11 AM–5 PM Thursday 11 AM–8 PM; Friday–Saturday 11 AM–6 PM;

Reservations: Recommended for seated tastings and required for vineyard tours; walk-ins are accepted for glass and bottle service as space allows

Osprey’s Dominion Vineyards

Four Decades of North Fork Wine, Served on the Lawn.

Peconic, NY


Ospreys Dominion winery beneath a bright blue sky

Osprey’s Dominion has been part of the North Fork’s transformation into wine country since the earliest days of Long Island winemaking.


Founder Bud Koehler purchased his first 24 acres in Peconic in 1983, when only a handful of vineyards existed in the region. He planted the vines with help from his wife and 11 children, who became the family harvesting crew each October. After years of growing grapes for neighboring wineries, the family expanded the property, added a production facility, and released its first Osprey’s Dominion wine in 1991.


Clusters of wine grapes ripening at Ospreys Dominion

Today, the vineyard encompasses 90 acres shaped by the maritime climate created by Long Island Sound and Peconic Bay. Osprey’s Dominion allows that environment and the character of each vintage to guide its low-intervention approach to winemaking. Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris capture the bright, refreshing side of the North Fork, while Cabernet Franc, Meritage-style blends, and limited Reserve wines reveal its potential for complex reds.


Carménère may be the most intriguing bottle to seek out. Still uncommon in New York, this deeply colored red brings rich fruit, spice, cedar, and a wonderful opportunity to try something beyond the region’s familiar varieties.


Ospreys Dominion Sauvignon Blanc overlooking the lawn

The tasting room overlooks an enormous lawn and rows of vines, creating plenty of room to enjoy a flight, glass, or bottle. Guests can bring a picnic, claim a table outdoors, and listen to live bands during the warmer months. Families spread out across the lawn, friends open a bottle beneath the trees, and the vineyard becomes the kind of place that can easily fill an entire afternoon.


What to Seek Out:

Try the Carménère for something unexpected, or begin with Sauvignon Blanc for a crisp introduction to the vineyard’s maritime setting.


HVH Tip:

Pack a picnic and visit on a weekend with live music. Outdoor tables are first come, first served, so arrive early if you want a favorite spot on the lawn.


At a Glance:

Location: 44075 Main Road, Peconic, NY

Experience: Tastings, glasses, bottles, picnic-friendly grounds, vineyard views, and seasonal live music

Hours: Open daily, 11 AM–5 PM

Good to Know: Children and leashed pets are welcome outdoors; groups arriving by hired vehicle must call ahead

Weis Vineyards

Four-Time Winery of the Year, Rooted in German Tradition.

Hammondsport, NY


Weis Vineyards tasting room overlooking Keuka Lake

At Weis Vineyards, generations of German winemaking tradition meet the cool climate and steep slopes of Keuka Lake.


Winemaker Hans Peter Weis grew up in Zell Mosel, Germany, learning the rhythms of the vineyard and cellar at his family’s winery. After earning degrees in winemaking, business, and agriculture, he traveled to the United States and eventually found the Finger Lakes. The region’s climate and mineral-rich soils reminded him of home.


Weis Vineyards wines and tasting glasses on the patio

Peter and his wife, Hammondsport native Ashlee Weis, harvested their first vintage in 2016 and opened their tasting room the following year inside a restored one-room schoolhouse. Since then, Weis has expanded with a rustic barn and a larger tasting space overlooking Keuka Lake, but the winery has retained the personal hospitality that shaped its beginning.

Riesling remains central to the collection, with dry, semi-dry, late-harvest, and vineyard-driven expressions revealing the grape’s remarkable versatility. Grüner Veltliner, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, and Saperavi make the lineup even more interesting. That range has earned Weis major recognition, including New York State Winery of the Year in 2022, 2024, 2025, and 2026—the third consecutive win and fourth overall.


Bottles of Weis Vineyards wine in the tasting room

Guided tastings introduce visitors to five wines at bars overlooking the lake. Guests can also order self-guided flights, glasses, and bottles for the patio or barrel room. A seasonal kitchen serves charcuterie, house-made dips, sandwiches, German potato salad, and local bratwurst, giving the winery’s German influence a delicious place at the table.


What to Seek Out:

Begin with the Dry Riesling, then try the Grüner Veltliner or one of the Winzer Select Rieslings for a deeper taste of Peter’s German winemaking roots.


HVH Tip:

Come hungry and leave time for the patio. A flight, something from the seasonal kitchen, and the Keuka Lake view deserve an unhurried afternoon.


At a Glance:

Location: 10014 Day Road, Hammondsport, NY

Instagram: @weisvines Website: WeisVineyards.com

Experience: Guided tastings, self-guided flights, glasses, bottles, seasonal food, a historic schoolhouse, barrel room, patio, and Keuka Lake views

Hours: Open daily, 10 AM–5 PM; patio remains open until 6 PM Friday and Saturday

Reservations: Classic tastings are first come, first served; private group tastings require advance reservations

Ravines Wine Cellars

The Dry Riesling Pioneer That Changed the Finger Lakes Conversation.

Geneva, NY


Ravines Chardonnay bottle and glass with a seasonal pairing

Ravines Wine Cellars helped change the way people think about Finger Lakes Riesling, proving that the region could produce dry, mineral-driven wines capable of earning international attention.


Ravines is the creation of winemaker Morten Hallgren and his wife, chef Lisa Hallgren. Raised on his family’s wine estate in Provence, Morten studied winemaking and viticulture in France before working in Bordeaux and eventually settling in the Finger Lakes. The couple released their first vintage in 2002, beginning with exclusively dry wines made from classic European grape varieties.


Ravines Wine Cellars bottles displayed in the tasting room

Dry Riesling remains the cornerstone of Ravines. Its bright acidity and stony character offer a compelling taste of the Finger Lakes, while Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, sparkling wine, and the Bordeaux-inspired Maximilien reveal the range of the estate’s cool-climate vineyards. Ravines works with both limestone and shale sites, using the contrast between them to create layered wines that reflect their origins.


Ripe grapes held above the harvest bins at Ravines

The Geneva winery occupies a historic barn overlooking White Springs Vineyard, with soaring wooden beams creating a dramatic setting for guided flights and conversation. The experience becomes even more memorable through the Ravinous Kitchen, which pairs wine with dishes shaped by seasonal Finger Lakes ingredients and Lisa’s culinary perspective. Together, the food, vineyard setting, and thoughtful guidance reveal why Ravines has become such an influential name in Finger Lakes wine.


What to Seek Out:

Begin with the Dry Riesling, then explore the Cabernet Franc or Maximilien for a deeper look at the serious red wines emerging from the Finger Lakes.


HVH Tip:

Come hungry. Ravines is one of the strongest wine-and-food experiences in this guide, so leave enough time to explore a flight and the Ravinous Kitchen menu.


At a Glance:

Location: 400 Barracks Road, Geneva, NY

Instagram: @ravineswine Website: RavinesWine.com

Experience: Flights, glasses, estate wines, vineyard views, seasonal food, and a historic barn tasting room

Hours: Open daily, 10 AM–5 PM

Reservations: Strongly encouraged; groups larger than six require a group-tasting request

Raise a Glass to New York Wine


New York wine country cannot be defined by one grape, one landscape, or one style of winemaking. That is exactly what makes it worth exploring.

These 10 destinations take you from art-filled tasting salons and laid-back family vineyards to historic barns, mountain views, lakefront sunsets, creative food pairings, and wines shaped by some of the most distinctive growing regions in the state.

Start with the vineyard closest to home or point yourself toward somewhere completely new. Order a flight, ask questions, try the unfamiliar bottle, and give yourself permission to enjoy wine without worrying about whether you are enjoying it “correctly.”

The best wine is not always the rarest or most expensive. Sometimes, it is the glass you discover while overlooking Seneca Lake, sitting beneath the Shawangunks, sharing wood-fired pizza, or spending an afternoon somewhere you cannot wait to tell your friends about.

Save this guide for your next New York adventure, share it with your favorite wine-loving travel partner, and tell us which vineyard deserves a place on your list.


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