Ravines’ first vintage in 2002 was exclusively dry, vinifera wines. The Riesling took the Best Dry Riesling medal at the World Riesling Cup. Then came the Wine Spectator Top 100, the first non-dessert Finger Lakes wine to get onto the prestigious list and then named twice more in the next few years. After that, Wine & Spirits Top 100, New York Times Top 10, Decanter, Bon Appetit, Food and Wine…
This changed the trajectory of Riesling in the Finger Lakes and helped to usher in a new dawn toward a modern style of winemaking. Ravines quickly became regarded as a top wine destination in the Eastern USA and has consistently gained national awards, noteworthy press, high scores, and international accolades.
