From Macari Vineyards on the the North Fork of Long Island comes this Sette Frati (seven brothers) blend of 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Merlot. Long on the finish and expressing mild oak, with chocolate undertones and Christmas spices. Note: This sample bottle was given to me by Macari Vineyards Retails for $16.99. MORE >>

My favorite North Fork of Long Island producer and this is my favorite Shinn wine. Made mostly of Merlot, although I do not know the exact blend. Disclaimer - I received this wine as a sample from the importer. Disclaimer - I received this wine as a sample from the producer. Really a lovely wine. MORE >>

I'm already a believer in Long Island wine. Multiple mini-tastings at Vintage NY , a bottle here and there at home, and a visit to the North Fork last summer convinced me of the high quality of many Long Island wines, and of the potential of the region in general. don't like everything about Long Island wines, though. MORE >>

These cost about $100 clams, but they offer an amazing opportunity to sample "at least 16 wines" from a specific locale. You live in or near NYC and you haven't really tasted Long Island wines? Friday March 23 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Prospect Wine Shop and Greene Grape Wines (both will offer smaller versions of the tasting). MORE >>

Brooklyn Uncorked is the annual showcase of Long Island wine and food that you should make a point of attending if you live in or near New York City. would guess that they are, which is disappointing to me in that there is obvious potential out there to make delicious "real" wine that expresses Long Island terroir. cents. MORE >>