Finger Lakes Wine Country, New York now boasts over 80 wineries centered around three wine trails: Cayuga, Seneca, and Keuka Lake Wine Trails. These wineries are responsible for yielding 90% of the total New York wine produced each year. In fact, Finger Lakes Wine Country is the largest wine producing region east of California, making it a perfect destination for connoisseurs at every level.  Discover all the wineries in Finger Lakes Wine Country and your favorites to the TRIP BUILDER.

Wine Country Varietals

Vinifera varietals that thrive in the Finger Lakes include Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Lemberger, Pinot Noir and more. Native and hybrid varietals include Cayuga White, Seyval Blanc, Vidal Blanc and Traminette.

Wine Tastings

Wine tasting in Finger Lakes Wine Country is a world-class experience in a quaint and charming atmosphere. Most wineries have a small tasting fee—averaging at $2 or $3 per person—which is often refunded with a purchase of wine*. For more details on wine tasting and wine tours in the Finger Lakes, search our wineries database and contact the wineries of your choice for specific details. Discover specialized experiences with unique wine tour

award-winning wineries

With over 100 wineries to choose from in the Finger Lakes, it is hard to decide which ones to visit during your stay.  Do your research using our winery database to search by your favorite varietal and location.  Learn more about Finger Lakes favorites including Glenora Wine Cellars, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, Dr. Frank's Vinifera Wine Cellars, Rooster Hill Vineyards, and Fox Run Vineyards.

Wine events

There are many events centered on wine and wine tasting in Finger Lakes Wine Country.  From themed wine trail events to large festivals, there is something for everyone.  Discover the best of the Finger Lakes at the Finger Lakes Wine Festival.  Savor all the Finger Lakes has to offer by discovering your favorite wine tasting event.

wine pairings

Looking for the perfect food to serve with your favorite Finger Lakes wine? Our expert, Shannon Brock, of the New York Wine and Culinary Center, has put together some of her favorite wine pairings for the season.  This month, check out her reccommendations for port and ice wine. Learn more.

Finger Lakes Harvest 2008

There are high hopes and much anticipation surrounding the 2008 varietals.  Read all about the 2008 harvest in our official Harvest Report as reported by Melissa Dobson. 

*Winery policies and pricing varies