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May 2022 - New York Wine Classic This month's Wine feature is New York Wine Classic Wines New York Wine Classic Reviews All $19 Best Buy Weis Vineyards 2021 Dry Rosé Finger Lakes A vibrantly delicious Rose that whets the appetite and satisfies the soul; a benchmark for New York rose. Awards: '2022 New York Wine Classic - Best Pink Wine' 2022 New York Wine Classic - Best Rosé (0 to 2% RS) 2022 Best Rosé (0 to 2% RS) $19 Best Buy » Read Full Review $23 Weis Vineyards 2021 Dry Rosé Zweigelt A rich and savory Rose that will be absolutely perfect for cheese platters. $23 » Read Full Review $25 Knapp Winery 2020 Blaufrankisch A captivating and exotic Blaufrankisch with a wonderful panoply of savory and spiciness. Awards: 2022 New York Wine Classic - Best Lemberger-Blaufrankisch 2022 Best Lemberger/Blaufrankisch $25 » Read Full Review $26 Weis Vineyards 2020 Winzer Select A Riesling A rich, late harvest style Riesling with great concentration of attractive sweet fruit flavors; pair with spicy Asian dishes or cheeses for dessert. Awards: '2022 New York Wine Classic - Best White Wine' Best Overall Riesling 2022 Best Riesling (Sweet) $26 » Read Full Review $59 Weis Vineyards 2019 Ice Wine Riesling A bright and juicy ice wine with mouthwatering acidity for spicy foods or cocktails. Awards: 2022 Best Ice Wine $59 » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy Johnson Estate 2020 Feelings Creek Reserve Chambourcin A superb, meaty, Zinfandel-like Chambourcin with generous waves of ripe fruit that carry you away to a better day. Awards: 2022 Best Other Red Hybrid Varietal $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $23 Knapp Winery 2020 Cabernet Franc A clean and precise cool climate Cabernet Franc with spot-on varietal character and juicy, chewy structure. $23 » Read Full Review $26 Knapp Winery 2020 Meritage Red Blend Seneca Lake A smooth and chocolatey red blend with lots of structure for a rich meal now or sipping later. $26 » Read Full Review $28 Weis Vineyards 2019 Merlot A delightfully sleek and savory Merlot with bright acidity that will be great at the table or with hors d'oeuvres. $28 » Read Full Review $59 Weis Vineyards 2017 Ice Wine Riesling A delicious, spot-on ice wine with great flavor, balance, and intensity; will be excellent with cheese plates. $59 » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Château LaFayette Reneau 2019 Dry Riesling A robust and very tasty Riesling with a great combination of ripe fruit, Teutonic minerality, and sense of place. Awards: 2022 New York Wine Classic - Best Riesling (Dry) 2022 Best Riesling (Dry) $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $20 Best Buy Middleburgh Winery 2020 Cabernet Franc A plush and polished Cabernet Franc that is a pleasure to drink, now or later. $20 Best Buy » Read Full Review $22 Bravery Wines 2020 Bébé Sauvignon Blanc An herbaceous, varietally correct Sauv Blanc that would love to make friends with goat cheese. Awards: 2022 New York Wine Classic - Best Sauvignon Blanc $22 » Read Full Review $23 Knapp Winery 2020 Merlot A sturdy, savory Merlot well suited for a braised meat dinner. $23 » Read Full Review $25 Angry Orchard NV Albany Post Apple Wine New York State A tasty and savory artisan Cider with nice mouthwatering acidity and length; will be great at the table. $25 » Read Full Review $28 Clovis Point 2019 Black Label Chardonnay A vibrant and vivaciously tropical, oak-accented chardonnay with precise, pleasure producing flavor and balance. $28 » Read Full Review $45 Millbrook 2020 Proprietor's Special Reserve Cabernet Franc A juicy, Zinfandel-like Cabernet Franc for sipping or on a date with food. $45 » Read Full Review $22 Chateau LaFayette Reneau 2017 Merlot A well-balanced Merlot with earthy and oak flavors while maintaining fruit complexity. $22 » Read Full Review $25 Rooftop Reds NV Sweater Weather Red Blend Finger Lakes A wonderfully pure, crisp and crunchy red blend that is a pleasure to drink and will excel at the table. $25 » Read Full Review $32 Smallholdings 2020 Single Vineyard Riesling A clean, ripe and savory Riesling for all occasions. $32 » Read Full Review $18 Best Buy Weis Vineyards 2020 Dry Riesling A delicious, nicely layered and well-poised Riesling with a charming style. $18 Best Buy » Read Full Review $23 Ryan William Vineyard 2016 Estate Cabernet Franc A lighter style Cabernet France for easy sipping. $23 » Read Full Review $47 Clovis Point 2016 Sparkling Brut Cabernet Franc A high quality example of a domestic sparkling wine. $47 » Read Full Review $18 Best Buy Weis Vineyards 2020 Semi Dry Riesling An easy day drinking wine that would pair well with brunch. $18 Best Buy » Read Full Review $19 Point Of The Bluff Vineyards 2018 Estate Dry Riesling A steely Riesling on the drier side that would be great with mussels. $19 » Read Full Review $29 Vineyard View Winery 2018 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc A rich red for casual sipping; great with Friday night pizza or a Tuesday night burger. $29 » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Middleburgh Winery 2020 Blueberry Wine Blueberry A brilliantly pure and flavorful blueberry wine with a fine, not-too-sweet balance and style. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $18 Airy Acres Vineyard 2020 Riesling A bright and tangy Riesling with instantly appealing fruit and a generous mouthwatering finish. $18 » Read Full Review $18 Winery Of Ellicottville NV Dry Riesling An energetic Riesling to pair with all things in a shell. $18 » Read Full Review $19 Weis Vineyards 2021 Gruner Veltliner A bright and energetic Gruner that would be besties with oysters. $19 » Read Full Review $23 Knapp Winery 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon A vibrant Cabernet with great pairability and sense of place. $23 » Read Full Review $28 Angry Orchard 2018 Baldwin Traditional Method Sparkling Apple Wine New York State A refreshing sparkler from N.B. apples that gives a sense of place. $28 » Read Full Review $39 Winery Of Ellicottville 2018 Pinot Noir A bright but earthy Pinot Noir that would be great with salmon. $39 » Read Full Review $12 Best Buy Point Of The Bluff Vineyards 2020 Riesling A crisp and crunchy Riesling that will be great at the table. $12 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy Johnson Estate 2020 Feelings Creek Reserve Dry Riesling A solid, highly enjoyable Riesling for everyday pleasure. $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Lucas Vineyards 2020 Estate Collection Dry Riesling A spot on Riesling with fine tropical flavor and varietal character for every occasion. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $16 Winery Of Ellicottville 2020 Riesling A dainty, floral Riesling that is not too sweet. $16 » Read Full Review $16.99 Best Buy Knapp Winery 2021 Seyval Blanc A crisp and appetizing Seyval Blanc that will appeal to Sauvignon Blanc fans. $16.99 Best Buy » Read Full Review $19 Lucas Vineyards 2020 Estate Collection Gewurztraminer A soft and lush wine with perfumed notes of lilac and jasmine. $19 » Read Full Review $19 Wagner Vineyards 2020 Caywood East Vineyard Riesling A Riesling with pleasant fruit concentration and a lasting finish. $19 » Read Full Review $21 Rooftop Reds 2019 Gewurztraminer A crisp and lean Gewurztraminer to serve with fruit salads or crudo. $21 » Read Full Review $24 Boundary Breaks Vineyard 2020 No.110 North Riesling A Riesling rich with delicate aromas and a palate of citric forward fruits and minerality. $24 » Read Full Review $24 Johnson Estate 2019 Feelings Creek Reserve Brut Lake Erie A solid domestic alternative to Cava. $24 » Read Full Review $25 Point Of The Bluff Vineyards 2021 Reserve Dry Rosé Blaufrankisch A bright, tart but lean Rose. $25 » Read Full Review $26 Atwater 2020 Cabernet Franc A lean, Borgoueil style Cab Franc that demands food. $26 » Read Full Review $30 Angry Orchard 2018 Trois Pommes Traditional Method Sparkling Apple Wine New York State A racy, dry, artisanal, farmhouse-style Cider that will be great with cheeses and shellfish. $30 » Read Full Review $32 Atwater 2020 Pinot Noir A very good and easy drinking Pinot Noir that is not overly complex or complicated. $32 » Read Full Review $43 Clovis Point 2019 Malbec A big, chewy Malbec that scream for steaks and chops. $43 » Read Full Review $49 Clovis Point 2019 Vintner's Select Merlot A rich, satiny red blend with smoky deep flavor and a long finish. $49 » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Johnson Estate 2020 Feelings Creek Reserve Seyval Blanc An herbaceous white to try for something different. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $14 Best Buy Johnson Estate 2020 Feelings Creek Reserve Semi-Dry Riesling A well-balanced not too sweet, not too dry, Riesling for all occasions. $14 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Lucas Vineyards 2020 Estate Collection Semi-Dry Riesling A good, versatile wine that would make Thai food happy. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Wagner Vineyards 2020 Dry Riesling An easy everyday drinking dry Riesling. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Wagner Vineyards 2021 Dry Rosé Cabernet Franc A rock solid dry Rose with a snappy finish. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $16 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2020 Pinot Gris A fresh blend with unexpected complexity. $16 » Read Full Review $16 Point Of The Bluff Vineyards 2021 Chardonnay A crisp and appetizing un-oaked Chardonnay that will be versatile. $16 » Read Full Review $18 Knapp Winery 2021 Chardonnay A clean and direct Chardonnay with appealing fruity, oak-free flavors. $18 » Read Full Review $23 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2020 Homestead Reserve Riesling An aromatically reserved, yet flavorful Riesling for everyday pleasure. $23 » Read Full Review $24 City Winery 2020 Uva Blanca Vineyard Solo White Pinot Blanc A crisp, appetizing Pinot Blanc that will be a lovely sipper or table companion. $24 » Read Full Review $25 Angry Orchard NV Porters Perfection Apple Wine New York State A funky scrumpy Cider that will be best with cheeses and appetizers, or toddies. $25 » Read Full Review $26 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2018 Cabernet Franc A meaty, savory, seamless Cabernet Franc that will be fantastic with meat dishes; serve with a slight chill. $26 » Read Full Review $26 Millbrook 2020 Proprietor's Special Reserve Chardonnay A round and appealing well-oaked Chardonnay with great flavor and sippability. $26 » Read Full Review $29 Vineyard View Winery NV Blaufrankisch An expressive, modern style of Blaufrankisch to appeal to fans of Rioja and Rombauer. $29 » Read Full Review $30 The Vineyard At Windham 2020 The Huntsman Chardonnay A round, warm and welcoming Chardonnay with excellent pure flavor, acidity, and balance. $30 » Read Full Review $32 City Winery 2020 Au Naturel Cabernet Franc A cherry steeped Cabernet Franc with nervy acidity. $32 » Read Full Review $32 Smallholdings 2020 Single Vineyard Riesling A savory, precise and pointed Riesling with bright fruit and laser-like acidity. $32 » Read Full Review $38 Montauk Daisy 2019 Estate Red Blend Long Island A resonant and welcoming oak-accented, dry red with delicately spicy, savory fruit flavors. $38 » Read Full Review $11 Best Buy Johnson Estate 2020 Feelings Creek Reserve Vidal Blanc A charming, soft and easy-drinking white wine sipper. $11 Best Buy » Read Full Review $12 Best Buy Middleburgh Winery 2019 Marechal Foch A fruity red with a nice combination of easy-drinkability and deeper layers. $12 Best Buy » Read Full Review $15 Best Buy Point Of The Bluff Vineyards 2018 Reserve Riesling An easy, citrusy Riesling to crush on hot days. $15 Best Buy » Read Full Review $16 Middleburgh Winery 2020 St. Pepin White Blend Other White A round and mouthwatering white for fans of oaked Chardonnay and Chablis. $16 » Read Full Review $19 Rooftop Reds 2018 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay A rich, oak-forward Chardonnay with surprising balance, suppleness and integration on the palate given the big oaky nose; oaky Chardonnay lovers, take note. $19 » Read Full Review $21 Rooftop Reds 2021 Dry Rosé Finger Lakes A supple, earthy, very savory Rose for the table. $21 » Read Full Review $22 Millbrook 2021 Proprietor's Special Reserve Tocai Friulano A soft and easy dry white to sipper with a good chill. $22 » Read Full Review $22 Montauk Daisy 2020 Estate Chardonnay A nicely textured wine with soft oak flavors and sweet fruit. $22 » Read Full Review $23 Atwater 2021 Rose Finger Lakes An easy drinking Rose with berry fruit and spice notes. $23 » Read Full Review $30 Point Of The Bluff Vineyards 2020 Reserve Pinot Noir A bright, table friendly Pinot that will be fun to pair with. $30 » Read Full Review $49 Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard 2018 Red Velvet Red Blend North Fork of Long Island A cool climate, modern style Bordeaux blend great on its own or with food. $49 » Read Full Review $12 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2020 Riesling A honeycombed, unctuous style that would play nicely with Brie. $12 » Read Full Review $14 Johnson Estate 2020 Feelings Creek Reserve Sweet Riesling A nice off-dry Riesling that will make a good patio sipper on a hot summer day. $14 » Read Full Review $14 Johnson Estate 2020 Feelings Creek Reserve Marechal Foch A juicy, fruit-driven wine with style. $14 » Read Full Review $14 Johnson Estate 2021 Feelings Creek Reserve Dry Rosé Pinot Noir A lovely, lubricious, tropical fruit and flower-laden Rose that will be perfect for brunch and picnics. $14 » Read Full Review $15 Johnson Estate 2019 Feelings Creek Reserve Founders' Red Lake Erie A unique, bright, energetic wine to try for something truly different. $15 » Read Full Review $16 Winery Of Ellicottville 2020 Gruner Veltliner A nice minty Gruner that will be fun to pair with. $16 » Read Full Review $24 Airy Acres Vineyard 2020 Cabernet Franc A bright vibrant Cabernet Franc with mouthwatering fruit and lots of subtle savory, spicy nuances. $24 » Read Full Review $28 Angry Orchard 2018 Newtown Pippin Traditional Method Sparkling Apple Wine New York State A fun, simple, easy-sipping fizzy Cider-esque sparkling fruit wine. $28 » Read Full Review $30 The Vineyard At Windham 2019 The Bootlegger Gewurztraminer A rich, lush, tropical wine that would be good on a tasting menu. $30 » Read Full Review $30 The Vineyard At Windham 2020 Riesling A nice chewy Riesling with bright citrus flavors, crisp table friendly acidity and fine fruit tannins. $30 » Read Full Review $31 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2019 Merlot A meaty, big boned, and tannic Merlot that commands food. $31 » Read Full Review $12 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2019 Gruner Veltliner An everyday Gruner to upgrade from your go-to Pinot Grigio. $12 » Read Full Review $15 Chateau LaFayette Reneau 2020 Chardonnay An effortless sipper for casseroles and conversations. $15 » Read Full Review $17 Johnson Estate 2018 Feelings Creek Reserve Pinot Noir A savory, herbal Pinot Noir to try something different than the usual. $17 » Read Full Review $22 Millbrook 2021 Proprietor's Special Reserve Gruner Veltliner A pleasant Gruner for fall pairings. $22 » Read Full Review $24 Atwater 2021 Rose Pinot Noir An appetizing, mouthwatering rose that will be great with sandwiches and salads. $24 » Read Full Review $15 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2020 Gewürztraminer Gewurztraminer A dense, floral wine for a tasting flight. $15 » Read Full Review $19 Ryan William Vineyard 2017 Estate Gruner Veltliner A rich style of Gruner that would work with a heavier fish like tuna or salmon. $19 » Read Full Review $20 Joseph Zakon 2020 Nature Screaming Noiret A rustic, oxidative style for old world fans. $20 » Read Full Review $29 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon A big, herbal wine that wants meat. $29 » Read Full Review $44 Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard 2020 White Satin Select White Blend White Merlot An earthy, autumnal wine to drink with pastries. $44 » Read Full Review $17 Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2020 Sauvignon Blanc A straightforward white blend with a lasting, acid-driven finish. $17 » Read Full Review $17 Lucas Vineyards 2020 Estate Collection Chardonnay A round, earthy Chardonnay to drink now. $17 » Read Full Review $48 Angry Orchard NV Pommeau Of Walden 3 Year Oak Aged Apple Wine New York State An angular, prickly fortified wine for cocktails. $48 » Read Full Review Shortcut: https://www.tastings.com/Calendar-Wine/Review-2022-06-06-New-York-Wine-Classic.aspx