So, it was a very short tour, but a very enjoyable day and I got to taste some very nice wines from one of the youngest wineries in the Finger Lakes. had already tasted and reviewed their 2007 Cabernet Franc and found that to be one of the best Finger Lakes '07 Cab Francs from what was a very good FLX vintage. No gift shop. MORE >>

One of the most fun aspects of living in Manhattan is that is a city of "wine geeks" who often happen to work in the city's best wine shops. so imagine my surprise when I received two bottles labeled "3A" and"3B" and tasted them blind simultaneously. Of course, there is always a theme. thought also 2008. MORE >>

We did have to miss a few, but we did get to tastes some outstanding wines, have a fantastic lunch, meet and talk with some very knowledgeable wine people and view one of the most scenic lakes in the region. We did get in to do a little shopping while a make shift tasting area was being moved back indoors. at least for now). MORE >>

The Puzelats grow Pinot Noir, Gamay, Côt (called Malbec in Argentina), Bréton (called Cabernet Franc in the film Sideways ), Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris (called Pinot Grigio in Italy), and the rarely seen Pineau D'Aunis and Menu Pineau (called Arbois in the Jura). They buzz with energy, some say "wildness." MORE >>

It was the first time I would meet Dennis Cakebread, and it was a thrill to be able to taste the wines and pepper him with questions about the winery's history. The Pinot Noir was another favorite. When he returned home that afternoon, the phone rang and it was the family friends offering to sell their property. cakebread cake. MORE >>