Our Mission

Good things come in bunches. We know that of grapes, and we know that of our wineries.

The wineries that dot the shores of the Finger Lakes are individually excellent, and collectively amazing. The Finger Lakes Wine Alliance brings together the people and products of North America’s premier cool-climate winegrowing region into an association with a single goal of spreading the word about our brilliance.

We are the voice of the Finger Lakes winemaking region—telling the stories that are growing interest in the intricate wines and innovative winemakers that make us great. We are driven by our core values:

• Advance the story of Finger Lakes wines

• Provide education and training opportunities relevant to the long-term health of the Finger Lakes wine industry

• Aspire to be good stewards of the land while recognizing that the sustainability of our industry is also tied to the support and well-being of our community at large

• Prioritize the empowerment of underrepresented communities in the wine industry

• Elevate regional prominence in partnership with other regional and state organizations

We are a funnel in and out to the world, connecting trade and media to our remarkable region and linking our wineries to a world ready to discover our preeminent cool-climate wines and hardworking people.

Visiting this website is a great way to learn about our stories, history, and wines from afar. The best way to experience it is in our vineyards, tasting rooms, and spaces.

For those looking to visit, we recommend these sites for more information:

New York Wine & Grape Foundation 

Seneca Lake Wine Trail 

Keuka Lake Wine Trail

Cayuga Wine Trail