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Food & Wine: A Sommelier Told Me His 8 Favorite Wines to Gift for the Holidays

Food & Wine Magazine’s sommelier-approved list of best wines to give as a gift features Dr. Konstantin Frank’s Dry Riesling. Read the full list here. 

VinePair: Best Wines of 2024

An impressive showing for Finger Lakes wines across the AVA, from Riesling and Cabernet Franc of course to Grüner Veltliner, rosé, and bubbles too! VinePair sees what we see too – Riesling may be the shining star, but we excel as a cool climate region in more ways than one. Read the full list here.

Tasting Table: A Beginner’s Guide to Wine in the Finger Lakes

This beginner’s guide from Tasting Table covers everything you need to know about this celebrated wine region. Learn about the distinct terroir that shapes its renowned Rieslings, Chardonnays, and Cab Francs, and get tips on planning your visit to experience the vineyards firsthand. Whether you’re a wine lover or just getting started, this guide offers…

VinePair: Best Chardonnay of 2024

Check out the full list here, featuring FLWA members Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars and Fox Run Vineyards.

Wine Business Monthly: 2024 Wine Industry Leaders

Leadership in the wine industry is as diverse as the wines themselves, and Wine Business Monthly’s 2024 Wine Industry Leaders List showcases those making a difference—from sustainability champions to consumer advocates pushing boundaries. With over 200 nominations this year, it’s clear that impactful leadership is alive and well, shaping a vibrant future for the industry.…

Food & Wine: Where to Go in the Finger Lakes to Drink Some of the Country’s Best Sweet Wine

The Finger Lakes region of New York is known for both its dry and sweet wines, with off-dry Rieslings, late harvest wines, and ice wines showcasing the area’s versatility. An increasing demand for sweet wines, like those crafted from Riesling, has driven innovation among wineries such as Red Newt Cellars, Weis Vineyards, Sheldrake Point, Heron…

Drinks Business: Why world-class winemakers are headed for the Finger Lakes

“For decades, Napa was the promised land for ambitious vintners eager to make a mark in the wine industry. But in recent years, a number of factors are sending winemakers to one of the most quietly beloved but stubbornly under-the-radar regions in the country: the Finger Lakes.” Read the full article by Kathleen Wilcox here. 

Food & Wine: The Finger Lakes Region, Once Famous for Their Bubbly, Is Now Making Excellent Pét-Nats

The Finger Lakes region, historically known for its sparkling wines, is experiencing a resurgence with the rise of pét-nat, a naturally sparkling, unfiltered wine. Pét-nats appeal to younger consumers who seek adventurous, low-intervention styles, and they offer winemakers a quicker, more cost-effective alternative to traditional sparkling methods. With its unique terroir and use of both…

Finger Lakes Features in Jancis Robinson Writing Competition

This year’s Jancis Robinson Writing Competition saw an incredible 214 submissions, and we’re thrilled to highlight two standout stories from the Finger Lakes! Christopher Costales’ “A Finger Lakes Winemaker is Born” shares cherished memories from our annual Riesling Camp, while Emily Grazier, Assistant Winemaker at Hosmer Winery, was shortlisted and named Reader’s Choice runner-up for…