In the News

The Finger Lakes Wine Alliance recently launched a virtual version of its annual Riesling Camp, featuring a series of four virtual tasting experiences for trade representatives in May. Click on image to read more…

As Finger Lakes wineries have redesigned their business practices and implemented innovative marketing efforts during the Coronavirus pandemic, their agricultural and winemaking activities persist. The farming calendar continues and we anticipate at beautiful 2020 vintage. Click on image to read more…

Wineries in New York’s Finger Lakes region have adapted  marketing procedures during the Coronavirus pandemic. Tasting rooms are offering curbside pickup options and are featuring online ordering specials and virtual tastings. Click image to read more…

For the second year in a row, the Finger Lakes wine region was named the “Best Wine Region” by voters in the USA today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2019 Contest. Click on image to read more…

The organization is pleased to welcome Carmela Barbagallo as the new Executive Director, effective April 22, 2019.  Read more…    

There is a lot of love for the Finger Lakes in the February issue of Wine & Spirits Magazine! Wine & Spirits – February 2019 [68 – 69]  

Thank you to Don Winkler and Mike Potashnik, publishers of the International Wine Review for their time in the Finger Lakes last fall and this comprehensive report on our region’s wines.

Congratulations to Red Newt Cellars and their 2016 Riesling “The Knoll” on making this list.  

The Finger Lakes wine region was named the “Best Wine Region” by voters in the USA today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2018 Contest in August. Read more…