Winery Info

I went online and got a bunch of info from each winery-


Swedish Hill Vineyard (315/549-8326)-
-Well-groomed vineyards and state-of-the-art equipment characterize this winery that opened for business in 1985, producing a wide range of dry and sweet wines that include champagne, port and brandy. And the efforts have been rewarded; the vineyard has won top honors and gold medals in many national and international wine competitions. Informed tour guides take you through the wine making process with a tour of brandy and wine making facilities. On weekends from May through October, you may opt for a horse-and-wagon tour, learning about a year in the life of a grapevine, the varieties grown and how the grapes are used. Open year-round from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Swedish Hill charges $1 to sample up to eight wines; the fee is refundable with purchase.

Knapp Vineyards (607/869-9271)-
-Featuring wines that consistently win gold, silver and bronze medals in national and international competitions, this vineyard emphasizes its Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Additionally, a small production of Methode Champenoise Champagne brings depth and excitement to the vineyard's offering as does their own grappa. The vineyard itself opened for the sale of wine in 1984 and in 1992 a restaurant was added. Appropriately named The Restaurant at Knapp Vineyards, the facility offers an ever-changing menu to complement the wines. And the winery's innovation has continued; in 1995 Knapp became the first winery on the East coast to operate an Alembic Pot Still for the production of brandy. The tasting room is open April through December from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday. There is a $1 tasting fee, refundable with purchase.

Hosmer (607/869-3393 or 888/467-9463)-
-Over 100 years old, a majestic barn is the site of the Hosmer tasting room. This vineyard produces a wide range of premium wines, from dry Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to the sweet Raspberry Rhapsody and Fireside Red. Plus, they're well known for their Sangria, the only one produced on the Wine Trail. There's also an extensive gift shop that offers gourmet food items, as well as wine accessories, regional specialties and personalized wine labels. From April through December, the tasting room is open Monday through Saturday from 1 0 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. A $1 tasting is charged, refundable with the purchase of a souvenir wine glass.

Lucas Vineyards (607/532-4825)-
-Cayuga Lake's oldest winery offers more than a magnificent view of Cayuga Lake. With a tugboat captain in the family, the motto of this nautical- themed winery is "Wine if by land, tug if by sea." And the award-winning wines have memorable names--Evening Tide, Captain's Belle, Harbor Moon, Tug Boat White, Dry Dock and Tug Boat Red--as well as colorful bottles and unusual labels. As a special treat, you can make arrangements for barrel tastings, too. From May through December, the tasting room is open from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday; Sunday hours are noon to 5:30 p.m. From January through April, the tasting room is open on weekends only. There is no fee to sample the wines.


Six Mile Creek Vineyard (607/272-9463)-
-Situated on historic ground containing a pre-Civil War cemetery and stagecoach stop, the vineyard produces a number of wines, including several blends that underscore its status as the only winery in Ithaca: Ithaca White, Cascadilia White and Ithaca Red. And you can sample each of them from the spectacular tasting room that overlooks the vineyards. The renovated 18th century barn, true to its original Dutch-Reformed style, is large enough to accommodate parties and receptions. The winery is open year-round from noon to 5:30 p.m. for both tastings and tours. There is a $1 tasting fee, refundable with purchase.

King Ferry Winery (315/364-5100)-
-This small vineyard, producing Treleaven wines, uses many time-honored European techniques. Enjoy an informative tasting in a relaxed setting on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake, where a free tour of the winery and a slide show (for a nominal fee) are available. The vineyard features wines for all occasions and tastes but is perhaps best-known for its award-winning Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay, Reserve Chardonnay and Chardonnay, all 1995 issues. Don't miss Oliver, either, a talkative cockatoo who will enthusiastically greet you! From April through December, the tasting room is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. In February and March, the tasting room is open on weekends only; the winery is closed in January. There is a $1 fee to taste up to 14 wines; the fee is refundable with purchase.

Long Point Winery
is located just off scenic Route 90, with a beautiful view overlooking Cayuga Lake. Winemaker Gary Barletta focuses his attention on the dry red wines such as Merlot and Syrah while Rosemary adorns the tasting room with unique gifts for all occasions. Grounds available for outdoor weddings.