Top Things to do in Finger Lakes Wine Country
Top Hotels in Finger Lakes Wine Country
- 1. Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel
- 2. The Statler Hotel at Cornell University
- 3. La Tourelle Hotel, Bistro, Spa
- 4. Hilton Garden Inn Corning Downtown
- 5. Best Western Plus The Hammondsport Hotel
- 6. Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca
- 7. Keuka Lakeside Inn
- 8. Hampton Inn Penn Yan
- 9. Best Western Plus Vineyard Inn & Suites
- 10. Hampton Inn Ithaca
10 Wineries & Vineyards in Finger Lakes Wine Country That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Finger Lakes Wine Country, United States including Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard, Monello Winery, Ports of New York Winery, Kemmeter Wines, Weis Vineyards, Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, Anthony Road Wine Company, Bully Hill Vineyards Winery, Lakewood Vineyards, Fox Run Vineyards.
Restaurants in Finger Lakes Wine Country
1. Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 325 reviews
Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard Estate grown wines are established from traditions of excellence and have a nationwide reputation for creating exceptionally lush, crisp and well-balanced wines.
Reviewed By Docsherri - Buffalo, United States
Of all the wineries we visited in 2 days of tastings around Seneca Lake, the best rieslings we had we here at Herman J Wiemer. We tasted all of the rieslings offered on their tasting menu and each one was excellent! If you have an opportunity to meet Oscar, the owner, he is such a lovely person to chat with! The rest of the staff we interacted with were also kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. Do not miss this winery!!
2. Monello Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
A Family Style farm Winery that focuses on quality dry to semi-sweet Finger Lakes Wine. Monello Winery prides themselves on top notch service, fabulous wines and a great gift item selection. This Ma and Pops Winery is a "must stop" on the great Seneca Lake Wine Trail.
Reviewed By mbennet9 - Rochester, United States
We stopped at a winery and saw this gem was across the street. We had time before our next reservation and decided to check it out. Best decision ever! The owner was knowledgeable, wines were great quality and she was fun and entertaining. Best stop of the day and a total delight from start to finish. Make the stop, you will be glad you did!
3. Ports of New York Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 92 reviews
TASTING $6 or WINERY TOURS AND TASTING $9 • Closed: Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (W,Th, F), Christmas Day and New Year's Day
Reviewed By debrabV8926PH
Off the beaten path, but well worth the visit. Friendly hosts to tell about their family history and great wine!
4. Kemmeter Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By majiksea - Fairfax, United States
These are the best wines and the best wine tasting experience in FLX. wonderful wines are made by passionate winemakers, and none in FLX are more passionate about their craft than Johannes. and now his wife is making dumplings and it just might be the best lunch in FLX!
5. Weis Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
Offering delicious, handcrafted, German-style wines for everyone to enjoy! Join us for a wine tasting in the barn or grab a glass and enjoy our outdoor area! Tastings are offered daily from 10 am - 5 pm and include a selection of 5 wines for $10. Group Tastings are offered via reservation. Our retail shop is open daily for wine purchases, logo gear, and local meats, cheeses, and crackers! We look forward to seeing you!
Reviewed By cjkines1 - Hickory, United States
The reds are awesome at this winery. Highly recommend the Blaufrankish. (Sometimes called Lemberger). Also loved the Chardonnay (bought 8 bottles). They offer a nice case discount, which we took advantage of. Nice outdoor seating area, and also tastings in the barn. We were there on October 11th in the barn and had a super knowledgeable man for our tasting. He was helpful and knew a lot about wines and the history of the winery. We didn’t expect to buy anything but ended up with a case!!
6. Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 672 reviews
Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery is one of the most prestigious and beloved wineries in the Finger Lakes. The winery's founder, Dr. Konstantin Frank introduced vinifera (classic European grape varieties) to the Eastern United States which ignited a winemaking renaissance in the region. Without the contributions of Dr. Frank, the Finger Lakes wine region would not be where it is today. The winery was established in 1962 and is now in its fourth generation of Frank family ownership. The winery's tasting room overlooks beautiful Keuka Lake and some of the oldest vinifera vineyards in America.
Reviewed By ekwestrein - Troy, United States
Summary: Best wines, breathtaking view, and the best history of any winery we visited. Can’t miss this one if you are taking a tour of this area! Wine: Absolutely fantastic wines! A bunch of cool varietals you don’t usually see from this area, plus some amazing blends (but with so many different kinds of fruit to work with, there’s really no surprise there!). Sweet, dry, whites, reds, roses, sparkling, and everything in between; really something for everyone. Ambiance/View: BEAUTIFUL lake views and a very nice tasting room. We were lucky that there weren’t many people visiting when we went, but it seemed like it’d have enough room to still get good service if it got busy. Another really nice thing about this place is that we were greeted by Steven as soon as we walked up! It was so nice to have someone to get direction from right off the bat. Plus he was so nice and welcoming! A definite plus. Education: The tasting room staff (our bartender Vinnie, and the other bartender Paul) were very friendly and knowledgeable about the wines and the history of the vineyards - and what a history it is! It was so cool to learn about Dr. Frank and his contributions; plus we heard his name pop up so many more times from other wineries in the area recognizing his contributions. We didn’t do a tour, but next time we come back, we will definitely try to get in on the tours - they seemed amazing and included food for the price.
7. Anthony Road Wine Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Anthony Road Wine Company is dedicated to producing wines that reflect the soils and climate of the Finger Lakes Region in New York. Our varietals are made from grapes that are grown in vineyards that are owned or managed by the Martini Family. We invite you to come and spend time with us at our table. Our tastings are seated and by appointment in a relaxed atmosphere. we offer 6 wine tasting Flight Options to chose from. Each flight offers something a little different. Don't want to do a tasting... then please enjoy a glass or bottle of wine with family and friends on our patio and grounds outside while you take in the spectacular views of Seneca Lake. Outside space is first come first serve. We also have a garden featuring vegetables, flowers, herbs and grapes that we welcome visitors to walk through. We hope to see you soon.
Reviewed By S4991QIalank
Great winery! Wine was presented very well and the wines were amazing. Didn't feel rushed and our flight attendant was very knowledgeable. Beautiful views and there is outdoor seating after your wine tasting where you can enjoy a glass of wine and look at the views (which were amazing). They also had a food truck that was serving macaroni and cheese and grilled cheese sandwiches.
8. Bully Hill Vineyards Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 409 reviews
Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes wine country, this family-owned winery is popular for its humorous tours, spectacular scenery and artsy wine labels.
Reviewed By ImaBlueman - Owego, United States
due to Covid, Bully Hill has adjusted their wine tasting to start at the top or each hour. (reservations required). They then take whoever has signed up into a decent size room, where you have your own table distanced from others. What is great about the wine tasting, is you are entertained while doing your tasting! They cover a fascinating story of the founder Mr Taylor, his lawsuit fights, various stories of events that happened throughout all of this, local support and of course the story of the goat! Much more than just a tasting, good history , humorous stories and the tales behind the "david vs goliath" battle mr taylor went through.
9. Lakewood Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 332 reviews
Lakewood Vineyards is located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York. A working grape farm since 1951, the winery was established in 1988. Almost 2 decades later, with over 675 awards, we continually produce fine wines and mead, and present these wines in the inviting, friendly tasting room. We are family friendly and encourage you to enjoy the view of Seneca Lake while strolling through our vineyards or picnicking in our lawn.
Reviewed By TheSimpleTraveler - Bethlehem, United States
The Lakewood Vineyard Experience is one not to pass up if you're in the area. My wife and I called the night ahead to reserve a 12 noon tasting for the both of us. Our wine tasting host, Tracy, brought to the table enthusiasm, knowledge, humor and a deep appreciation for the wine industry, making for a most enjoyable and enlightening experience for my wife and I. For this we say Thank You Tracy! The store and grounds are well kept and the tasting areas apparently have been modified to keep all safe during this COVID 19 era. It was a relaxing experience for us as we spent several hours on their grounds, in the shade, snacking on cheese and crackers and drinking a bottle (or two) of their wines, which we found to be very, very good. And of course, we couldn't leave without bringing home a few bottles for our family! Although there is a plethora of wineries that I can experience in the Finger Lakes region, I feel as though I experienced the best here at Lakewood.
10. Fox Run Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 375 reviews
Fox Run Vineyards strives to make wine approachable. We believe anyone should be able to enjoy a glass of wine regardless of where they are on the wine experience spectrum. We offer in-depth tours of our 50-acre vineyard and winemaking facility, a friendly and knowledgeable staff, and a Café featuring fresh ingredients from our garden and local farmers. Fox Run is family-owned and has been making estate wines since 1989. And we live by the motto: Drink wine, be happy.
Reviewed By jessicabK6453RE - New York, United States
Fox Run Vineyards is an absolute favorite of mine and I was so delighted to bring my husband here for the first time for a long weekend getaway. The team at Fox Run always hits a home run and this trip did not disappoint! We were blown away by how safe and clean everything was! I suffer from an autoimmune disease so going out in public at all during the pandemic is always scary. Fox Run went above and beyond to make sure social distance standards were enforced and that we felt super cared for the entire time. Courtney was our server and she was awesome! Her energy and clear enthusiasm for the customer was unparalleled. Plus her expertise about the vineyard and Fox Run’s wines was next level! We loved everything she recommended and can’t wait to return! Don’t miss this excellent space and super great wine selection. It’s a must in such a robust region of great options! - Jess and Nate Corrigan
