Senior Editor Stuart Pigott’s tour of the Finger Lakes revealed the 2024 vintage as a breakthrough year, with top-tier producers like Hermann J. Wiemer, Apollo’s Praise, Keuka Spring Vineyards, Weis, Hillock & Hobbs, and Hosmer crafting world-class Rieslings that showcase exceptional concentration, vibrancy, and elegance. From the juicy brilliance of Hosmer and the Mosel-inspired finesse of Weis, to the breathtaking single-parcel bottlings from Hillock & Hobbs and the mineral-driven powerhouses of Apollo’s Praise and Keuka Spring, 2024 is defining a new benchmark for Finger Lakes winemaking.
