New York's top wine growing area, the Finger Lakes AVA sits on the shore of eleven deep, glacial lakes with Seneca and Cayuga being to two most famous. While the region has grown wine for nearly two centuries, it's most successful grape, Riesling, has only been commercially farmed since the 1970s. The cool climate with moderation from the lakes creates one of the best and most distinctive growing areas in North America with dry, minerally Rieslings and light, expressive reds.
New York - Finger Lakes
Riesling is a truly noble grape, known for its incredibly high acidity and a flavor profile that can range from bone dry to lusciously sweet. Germany is its heartland, and it's responsible for some of the world's most age-worthy examples, but Riesling also thrives in Austria, where it usually is dry. In Alsace, it takes on a slightly richer texture, while in parts of Australia, like the Clare and Eden Valleys, it displays a uniquely powerful and lime-tinged aromatic profile. This is a grape that has no problem showcasing its origins, and it's a fantastic example of how one variety can show many different expressions, each with its own unique appeal.


