New York Wine Classic Reviews

2024 Ice Wine Riesling

A textbook Riesling ice wine, world class with a seemingly endless finish; this is a serious food wine as a foil for decadent savory food and delivers way above and beyond being simply called a dessert wine.

Awards: '2026 New York Wine Classic - Best Dessert Wine' 2026 New York Wine Classic - Best Ice Wine (frozen on the vine)

$59

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Knapp Winery NV Profondo Rosso Red Blend Finger Lakes

$18

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NV Profondo Rosso Red Blend Finger Lakes

A fun blend of international grapes with juicy, dry fruit, pomegranate and raspberry jam, soft tannins and great balance —old world meets new world in a unique, refreshing blend.

$18 Best Buy

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$24

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2025 Dry Rosé Zweigelt

As fun to drink as it is to pronounce, this crisp, dried berry and tea packed rose is summer in a glass and can bring a smile to both a sunny and a rainy day.

Awards: '2026 New York Wine Classic - Best Pink Wine' 2026 New York Wine Classic - Best Rosé (0 to 2% RS)

$24 Best Buy

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Weis Vineyards 2024 Winzer Select A Riesling

$28

2024 Winzer Select A Riesling

The archetypal Riesling that put NY State Vinifera on the map, hard to set your glass down once you take your first swirl and sip — this will take your cheese and charcuterie platter to the stratosphere.

Awards: 2026 New York Wine Classic - Best Riesling (Sweet)

$28

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Chambourcin

$17

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2024 Aviator's Red Blend Cayuga Lake

2024 Freelings Creek Chambourcin

A delicious and easy-drinking red with just enough complexity to intrigue; would work well next to a fireplace in winter or on a summer patio.

Awards: 2026 New York Wine Classic - Best Other Red Hybrid Varietal

$17 Best Buy

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Airy Acres Vineyard 2024 Aviators Red Blend Cayuga Lake

$22

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Airy Acres Vineyard

Fruity and savory, dry and mouth filling at the same time, this clever blend has a savory bacon note on the fruit-centric finish that is exhilarating, keeps you coming back for another sip.

$22 Best Buy

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Weis Vineyards 2024 Ohne Dealcoholized Sparkling Wine Finger Lakes

$22

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2024 Ohne Dealcoholized Sparkling Wine Finger Lakes

Crisp, zippy and aromatic, you will not miss the alcohol in this bubbly, lively, aromatic Gewurz for exceptional everyday sipping and food pairing.

$22 Best Buy

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$24

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2025 Sauvignon Blanc

Zippy and refreshing Sauvignon Blanc with loads of lemongrass, arugula, nectarine and citrus — a tangy white to open your palate and invite you to the table.

Awards: 2026 New York Wine Classic - Best Sauvignon Blanc

$24 Best Buy

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Casa Larga Vineyards 2025 Fiori Delle Stelle Ice Wine Cabernet Franc

$87

2025 Fiori Delle Stelle Ice Wine Cabernet Franc

Cherries galore with a hint of savory dried herbs, wildflower honey and sun dried heirloom tomatoes,the decadent fruit and electric acidity in this ice wine are sweet and savory at the same time.

$87

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Johnson Estate 2023 Freelings Creek Marechal Foch

$17

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2023 Freelings Creek Marechal Foch

Soft, juicy, decadent and overflowing with every berry you can name — think dessert wine flavors without the sugar.

$17 Best Buy

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Glenora Wine Cellars 2023 Cabernet Franc

$19

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2023 Cabernet Franc

Dry, herbal, cherry-centric, and brooding — not afraid to show off Cab Franc's savory side with great balance that keeps you coming back for sip after sip.

$19 Best Buy

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$21

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2025 Unoaked Chardonnay

Dry and fruit driven unoaked Chardonnay with slate-driven minerality, a hint of peppery arugula and vibrant acidity - it practically orders the fresh oysters and grilled fish for you.

$21 Best Buy

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Weis Vineyards 2025 Dry Rosé Finger Lakes

$21

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2025 Dry Rosé Finger Lakes

Silky, round and balanced, this fruit-packed almost dry rose will please your guests from the casual drinker to your most sophisticated guest.

$21 Best Buy

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$22

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2024 Gewurztraminer

This friendly Gewurz shows a touch of fun and a touch of serious — equally appropriate for light appetizers and summer bonfires.

$22 Best Buy

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$24

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2025 Seyval Blanc

Creamy, crisp, and refreshing with tropical fruit that is superbly balanced with citrusy acidity.

$24 Best Buy

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Weis Vineyards 2024 Winzer Select K Riesling

$26

2024 Winzer Select K Riesling

Crisp, dry, fruity and floral all at the same time with a long, balanced finish of perfectly ripe fruit and creek stones.

$26

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Bet The Farm Winery 2024 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Lemberger

$27

2024 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Lemberger

Dry, crunchy and berry-sour cherry packed, the vibrant tannin-acid structure in this light red will handle fat, acid, spice and flavor-intense food pairings with finesse and understated power — try with cumin lamb or mole.

$27

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Weis Vineyards 2020 Winzer Select S Riesling

$28

2020 Winzer Select S Riesling

A refreshing, tangy and balanced Riesling packed with fruit and zippy ginger to enjoy on its own and with food.

$28

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Helderberg Meadworks NV Heritage Mead Upper Hudson

$30

Helderberg Meadworks

NV Heritage Mead Upper Hudson

This is wildly complex and almost impossible to stop sipping once you start, this raw honey, oak aged mead is a fascinating flavor journey that has the perfect complexity to appease the aficionado with the sweet appeal for the every person imbiber — dangerously drinkable.

$30

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Knapp Winery 2025 Sparkling Rosé Pét Nat Saperavi

$30

2025 Sparkling Rosé Pét Nat Saperavi

A fresh and clean sparkling wine loaded with wild berries and juicy fruit.

$30

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Casa Larga Vineyards 2025 Fiori Delle Stelle Blanc Ice Wine Vidal

$87

2025 Fiori Delle Stelle Blanc Ice Wine Vidal

A floral ice wine with notes of Belgian ale yeast, candied pear and potpourri.

$87

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$12

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2024 Niagara

Overflowing with white fruit, tea and apple blossom flavors, this wine will be a hit at brunch and a rock star with fruit and cheese as a delightful finish to a picnic.

$12 Best Buy

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$22

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2025 Gruner Veltliner

A fruity, friendly and floral Gruner which packs tons of flavor into a slim silhouette.

$22 Best Buy

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Knapp Winery 2024 Barrel Aged Chardonnay

$23

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2024 Barrel Aged Chardonnay

A very nicely balanced and satisfying Finger Lakes Chardonnay with bright fruit and excellent integration of oak.

$23 Best Buy

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$23

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2025 Semi-Dry Riesling

With lovely fruit and floral character, this Riesling finishes almost dry, and with enough body to match most white friendly dishes.

$23 Best Buy

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Casa Larga Vineyards 2025 Dry Rosé of Cabernet Franc

$24

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2025 Dry Rosé of Cabernet Franc

A lovely and balanced rose for any use case — picnic, patio or food.

$24 Best Buy

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Deer Run Winery NV Conesus White Blend Finger Lakes

$16

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NV Conesus White Blend Finger Lakes

A great white blend with a lovely nose and the texture to match.

$16 Best Buy

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$23

2025 Pinot Gris

Delicately floral and fruity, this is a lovely Pinot Gris for a picnic or patio.

$23

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Bet The Farm Winery 2024 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Cabernet Franc

$27

2024 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Cabernet Franc

Chewy, vibrant, and lightly savory — jam-packed with cherries, juicy berries and fresh thyme with a long, balanced, toothsome finish.

$27

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Weis Vineyards 2024 Winzer Select Edel Süss Riesling

$39

2024 Winzer Select Edel Süss Riesling

Crushed white flowers, peaches and sweet citrus drive this fun Riesling for sipping, cheese courses and light dessert pairing.

$39

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Quartz Rock Vineyard 2022 Estate Cabernet Franc

$43

Quartz Rock Vineyard

2022 Estate Cabernet Franc

A full-bodied Cab Franc with highly satisfying cranberry-centric and lingonberry notes.

$43

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Casa Larga Vineyards NV CLV Barrel Aged Chardonnay

$15.40

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NV CLV Barrel Aged Chardonnay

A FLX Chard with Burgundy-like styling — could be the centerpiece of a casual meal or an excellent accompaniment to a fancier dinner.

$15.40 Best Buy

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Methode Champenoise Traminette

$19

2024 Freelings Creek Methode Champenoise Traminette

Fruity and floral, crisp and off-dry, these bubbles are overflowing with white flowers, tropical fruit and peach tea aromas and flavors.

$19

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Weis Vineyards 2024 Schulhaus Red Finger Lakes

$21

2024 Schulhaus Red Finger Lakes

Bright and tangy red with soft tannins and loads of currant, cherry and plum flavors to pair with sausage pizza, burgers and smoked brisket.

$21

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Glenora Wine Cellars 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon

$24

2023 Cabernet Sauvignon

Exceptional Cab that delivers the best of old and new world — new world fruit with old world balance, finesse and restrained opulence.

$24

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$25

Airy Acres Vineyard

2025 Rkatsiteli

A lovely and textured wine that will go great with food.

$25

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$29

2024 Select Blaufrankisch

Tangy crisp with crunchy tannins, serve this red lightly chilled with grilled sausage, fried mushrooms and veggie pizza.

$29

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Acquilano Wine Cellars 2023 Forza 3 Year Dornfelder

$30

Acquilano Wine Cellars

2023 Forza 3 Year Dornfelder

A savory wine, with chocolate and nuts, for the end of a meal.

$30

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$32

2023 Cabernet Sauvignon

A wonderfully spry and lightly styled Cabernet Sauvignon with appealing fruit and crunchy tannins.

$32

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$37

Quartz Rock Vineyard

2023 Estate Noiret

Dark, chewy, dry red that is putting Noiret on the map as a grape with incredible potential for imbibers seeking bold, balanced flavors.

$37

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Casa Larga Vineyards NV Lilac Hill White Wine Finger Lakes

$14

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NV Lilac Hill White Wine Finger Lakes

A fun and fruity expression of Valvin Muscat that will be a crowd-pleaser.

$14 Best Buy

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Casa Larga Vineyards NV Pallido White Blend Finger Lakes

$14

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NV Pallido White Blend Finger Lakes

A dry white simple enough for everyday drinking, and interesting enough to elevate a light meal.

$14 Best Buy

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Weis Vineyards 2024 Perle Rosé Finger Lakes

$22

2024 Perle Rosé Finger Lakes

Crisp, dry and cherry fruity all at the same time with a touch of tannic tension — sophisticated and food-friendly bubbles.

$22

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$24

2024 Chardonnay

A nutty and oak-led Chardonnay that feels like a meal.

$24

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$29

2023 Saperavi

Dry and fruity, voluptuous and taught all at the same time — a bold red that manages enough tension to hold together its dark fruit-packed flavors.

$29

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$16

2024 Riesling

A terrifically balanced Riesling that will go well with everything from roast chicken to Asian cuisine.

$16

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$16

NV Traminette

Fun and off-dry, pair this floral melon-centric wine with all things picnic, cheese and outdoor brunches.

$16

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Johnson Estate 2022 Freelings Creek Founders Red Blend Lake Erie

$17

2022 Freelings Creek Founders' Red Blend Lake Erie

A dry, juicy, approachable and complex wine for sipping and sharing.

$17

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Sweet Riesling

$17

2024 Freelings Creek Sweet Riesling

A sweet Riesling to enjoy with a stone fruit tart or cheese platter.

$17

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Bet The Farm Winery 2025 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Rosé Gamay

$22

2025 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Rosé Gamay

Do not be fooled by the berry-packed nose and pretty in pink color, this is a crisp, dry wine ready for the most challenging food pairings.

$22

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Acquilano Wine Cellars 2024 Blaufrankisch

$24

Acquilano Wine Cellars

2024 Blaufrankisch

A good Blaufränkisch that would please Pinot Noir drinkers.

$24

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Acquilano Wine Cellars 2024 Limited Edition Chardonnay

$30

Acquilano Wine Cellars

2024 Limited Edition Chardonnay

This wine balances rich and savory notes with crisp acidity; an elegant Chardonnay that can be enjoyed with food or as a standalone wine.

$30

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Weis Vineyards 2023 Reserve Cabernet Franc

$39

2023 Reserve Cabernet Franc

A peppery, savory, cherry-herb centric earthy wine with classic Cabernet Franc character.

$39

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Quartz Rock Vineyard 2023 Estate Cabernet Franc

$47

Quartz Rock Vineyard

2023 Estate Cabernet Franc

A light and bright Hudson Valley Cabernet France with a savory and lively mix of fruits and savory vegetables for effortless pairings.

$47

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Casa Larga Vineyards NV Vineyard Hill Chardonnay

$14

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NV Vineyard Hill Chardonnay

Uncork NY Chablis — lively, minerally, clean and balanced, drinking this refreshing Chardonnay is like biting into a crunchy ripe just picked apple.

$14 Best Buy

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Seyval Blanc

$15

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2024 Freelings Creek Seyval Blanc

Fresh and zippy with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc-ish herbaceousness; a thirst quenching, food loving everyday sipper.

$15 Best Buy

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Johnson Estate NV Queens Catawba Pink Catawba

$16

NV Queen's Catawba Pink Catawba

Blue ribbon peach and white cherry pie with bubbles, fun, bright, crisp and sweet, all at the same time; pair with fruit salad, candied nuts and apricot cheese balls or on its own as a light dessert.

$16

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Semi-Dry Riesling

$17

2024 Freelings Creek Semi-Dry Riesling

Bright and cheery Riesling with zippy acidity balanced by juicy peach-pear-pineapple flavors — built for your picnic basket or next Chinese take-out pairing.

$17

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Dry Riesling

$17

2024 Freelings Creek Dry Riesling

A great food pairing wine to enjoy with a variety of meals.

$17

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Johnson Estate 2023 Freelings Creek Toasted Oak Chardonnay

$17

2023 Freelings Creek Toasted Oak Chardonnay

A pleasant home decor candle of a Chardonnay for everyday enjoyment.

$17

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Deer Run Winery NV Dockside Finger Lakes

$19

NV Dockside Finger Lakes

A light bodied dessert wine with nice fresh fruit.

$19

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$21

2024 Dry Riesling

A classic dry Riesling for everyday quaffing.

$21

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$23

2025 Semi-Sweet Riesling

A fruit-forward, easy to enjoy Riesling with an intriguing ginger-banana finish.

$23

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Johnson Estate 2021 Freelings Creek Methode Champenoise Brut Lake Erie

$24

2021 Freelings Creek Methode Champenoise Brut Lake Erie

Crisp lively bubbles for cocktail parties, sipping with friends and hors d'oeuvres.

$24

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Bet The Farm Winery 2024 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Gamay

$27

2024 Jacob Thomas Vineyard Gamay

This herbaceous wine would pair well with fatty meat dishes.

$27

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$12

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2024 Concord

Grape jam meets blue ribbon wild blueberry pie in a glass.

$12 Best Buy

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$16

NV The King's Ives

Purple bubbly with notes of lilacs, crushed blueberries, raspberry pie and grape soda.

$16

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$19

2024 The Tipsy Wench Strawberry Wine New York State

2025 Dry Rosé Finger Lakes

A savory and steely style of rose.

$19

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Wellspring Vineyard 2024 The Tipsy Wench Strawberry Wine New York State

$19

Wellspring Vineyard

A fun blend that shows fruit and grapes make a yummy wine; try it on ice or in a wine spritz with a slice of citrus.

$19

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Knapp Winery 2024 Saigneé Rosé Finger Lakes

$22

2024 Saigneé Rosé Finger Lakes

A savory style of rose for barbecue lunches.

$22

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Knapp Winery 2025 Skin Contact Siegerrebe

$32

2025 Skin Contact Siegerrebe

A floral and fun wine for skin contact wine lovers.

$32

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$34

2024 Estate Riesling

This dry, lightly bitter Riesling is made for the table where its structure will deftly cut through fat and protein.

$34

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$17

2024 Dry Riesling

Crisp Riesling for Sauvignon Blanc lovers — lush fruit on the nose and palate that delivers through its refreshing finish.

$17

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Bright Steel Chardonnay

$17

2024 Freelings Creek Bright Steel Chardonnay

Crisp apples, refreshing lemon and nectarine flavors with a fresh, clean finish bring you back sip after sip.

$17

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Johnson Estate 2023 Methode Champenoise Brut Rosé Lake Erie

$29

2023 Methode Champenoise Brut Rosé Lake Erie

A lightly herbal and earthy glass of bubbles.

$29

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Helderberg Meadworks NV Blackbraid Mead Upper Hudson

$35

Helderberg Meadworks

NV Blackbraid Mead Upper Hudson

A wild, off-dry ride with multiple Renaissance-ish medicinal notes.

$35

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Glenora Wine Cellars 2023 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay

$18

2023 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay

A crisply acidic oaked Chardonnay that isn't weighed down by the wood.

$18

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Wellspring Vineyard 2024 Estate Semi-Dry Riesling

$22

Wellspring Vineyard

2024 Estate Semi-Dry Riesling

A zesty, barely-sweet white wine with electric citrus notes.

$22

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Wellspring Vineyard 2022 Estate Saperavi

$25

Wellspring Vineyard

2022 Estate Saperavi

A fun and juicy style of red that is good with food and on its own.

$25

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Johnson Estate 2024 Freelings Creek Black Locust Dry Riesling

$29

2024 Freelings Creek Black Locust Dry Riesling

Crisp and dry with tart green apple, pear, quince and melon flavors for a refreshing pairing with fresh fish and roast chicken.

$29

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Johnson Estate 2023 Freelings Creek Pinot Noir

$29

2023 Freelings Creek Pinot Noir

A tart, juicy, soft pinot for everyday enjoyment with a meal.

$29

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$29