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The Finger Lakes is one of North America's most exciting wine regions producing wines of outstanding quality and value. Come discover for yourself!

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05/11/2026

One week until Riesling Camp 2026! 🍇

From May 18–21, we’ll welcome this year’s campers to the Finger Lakes for the 11th annual Riesling Camp, with four days dedicated to vineyard walks, tastings, panels, and deeper exploration of what makes the FLX so special.

As we count down, we’re looking back at moments from last year’s camp, while getting ready to do it all again.

Along the way, we’ll dig into past and present vintages, connect with the people behind the wines, and experience the full spectrum of the region.

Follow along for live updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and stories from camp. The countdown is on. ⏳

05/08/2026

Our 2026 Riesling Camp lineup is officially complete! 🎉

In just a little over two weeks, we’ll welcome this incredible group of wine professionals to the Finger Lakes for Riesling Camp 2026. From sommeliers and beverage directors to educators, writers, buyers, and hospitality leaders, this year’s cohort brings together a dynamic range of perspectives and a shared passion for Finger Lakes Riesling.

We’re also excited to officially welcome Mike Clarcq of Carnegie Cellars Wine Bar & Kitchen in Rochester, NY, to this year’s camper group. As a longtime hospitality professional with deep connections to the Finger Lakes wine community, Mike is a wonderful addition to this year’s lineup.

Swipe through to meet the 2026 Riesling Campers or read their bios through this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18X2Mz0vG95OpzlGZd9KAHg1SIG7MLkD5/view?usp=sharing

We can’t wait to host this group in the Finger Lakes soon! 🥂🍾

04/22/2026

Each month, the Finger Lakes Wine Alliance Monthly Member Brief brings together timely industry insights from our Executive Director, along with upcoming events and meaningful news from across our winery community.

For wineries, it’s a trusted resource to stay informed, connected, and ahead of what’s shaping our region.

For partners, it offers a clear view into industry trends, opportunities to engage, and added visibility with both wineries and broader industry network.

This is just one of the ways we support and strengthen the Finger Lakes wine community together.

Interested in joining the Alliance? Visit the link in our bio.

04/18/2026

At Boundary Breaks Vineyard, where you you grow matters.

Established in 2008 on the east side of Seneca Lake, the vineyard takes its name from the deep gorges that define the northern and southern edges of the property.

Today, Boundary Breaks remains centered on Riesling, alongside Cabernet Franc, shaped by both site and a vineyard team with deep roots in the region.

It’s a clear example of how focused intent has taken shape in the Finger Lakes.

04/16/2026

We’re excited to welcome VM Agritech as a Finger Lakes Wine Alliance Champion Sponsor.

Based in Geneva, their work in crop protection and plant nutrition is grounded in science and focused on supporting both vineyard health and environmental sustainability.

It’s an approach that aligns closely with the values shaping the Finger Lakes today.

Welcome to the Alliance.

Interested in joining the FLWA as an Associate Partner? Click the link in our bio to learn more!

04/15/2026

Meet our 2026 Riesling Campers!

We’re thrilled to introduce a standout group of wine professionals ready to explore the depth and nuance of Finger Lakes Riesling. 🌿🍇

This year brought an exceptionally strong pool of applicants, and we’re grateful to everyone who shared their perspective.

Explore the full list here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TOVLOU6AFelp0eGPmbfajmbQlHwOQYNi/view?usp=sharing

Joining us this year (in alphabetical order): 👇

✨ Amanda Morrison, Founder & Owner, Damas + Poco Vino, Tallahassee, FL
✨ Andrew Ricagno, Director of Operations, Greenridge Hospitality Group, Maryland
✨ Antoinette Landragin, CEO, Cork & Fork Fine Wine Merchants, Virginia
✨ Ashton Loyd, General Manager, Mirae, Atlanta, GA
✨ August Borgeson, (they/them), Wine Buyer, The Bottle Shop, Beverly, MA
✨ Erica Reisman, Bartender, Zusammen, Cambridge, MA
✨ Ivo Cooper, General Manager & Beverage Director, M Grill, Los Angeles, CA
✨ Jamie Knee, Wine Travel Writer & Founder, Petite Wine Traveler, Santa Barbara, CA
✨ Justyna Brewczyk, Founder, Wine Witch, Houston, TX
✨ Kathryn “Kat” Long, Assistant General Manager, Barley Swine, Austin, TX
✨ Kimberle Elbery, Wine Educator, Deep Roots Wine Market & Tasting Room, Atlanta, GA
✨ Kochakorn “Nick” Treenawong, General Manager, Hobgoblin Bar, Everett, MA
✨ Makenzie Romani, Retail Sales Advisor, Hart Davis Hart, Chicago, IL
✨ Marie-Louise Friedland, Beverage Director, Saint-Germain, New Orleans, LA
✨ Megan Singleton, Manager & Sommelier, Maxwell Park, Washington, DC
✨ Michael Fick, Wine Director, Sotto Sotto, Atlanta, GA
✨ Michael Mahardy, Sommelier, La Compagnie de Vins Surnaturels, New York, NY
✨ Michael Scott, Wine Director & Head Sommelier, Ayza Wine & Chocolate, New York, NY
✨ Molly Shaughnessy, Partner & Beverage Director, Nous Restaurant, Ashland, OR
✨ Monique Copeland, Co-Owner & Sommelier, VinBohême, Philadelphia, PA
✨ Nato Bajelidze Barnes, Certified Sommelier, The Erlowest, Lake George, NY
✨ Ren Peir, Sommelier & Owner, BABE Wine Bar, Brooklyn, NY
✨ Sarina Garibović, Owner, Small Hours, Minneapolis, MN
✨ Tom Zarillo, Wine Professional, Charleston, SC

🍷 Drop a comment to welcome this year’s campers!

04/09/2026

We’re excited to welcome Airy Acres Vineyard as the newest member of the Finger Lakes Wine Alliance 🍷

Located in Interlaken along Cayuga Lake, this family-owned property has been in the same family since 1918. In 2015, they began planting vinifera vines with a focus on thoughtful site expression and long-term land stewardship. This approach continues to shape their work today.

Airy Acres contributes both estate wines and high-quality fruit to the Finger Lakes wine community, and we’re proud to have them as part of FLWA.

04/07/2026

From the Finger Lakes to South Australia, Living Roots Wine & Co. brings together perspectives from both hemispheres.

Sebastian and Colleen’s approach reflects the energy and evolution shaping this region.

This is the Finger Lakes. 🍇

03/30/2026

Three American wine regions. Six wine professionals. One immersive, collaborative experience.

The Finger Lakes Wine Alliance is excited to join Lodi, CA and Walla Walla, WA for this year’s Field Blends experience.

Thank you to Community Partners New York Wines, Seneca Lake Wine Trail, and Maiah Johnson Dunn for helping bring the spirit of the Finger Lakes to life.

Applications are open through March 31. Learn more here: https://www.maryamandcompany.com/fieldblends

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02/15/2026

The Finger Lakes was warmly welcomed in Anderson Valley, California at the International White Wine Festival on Valentine’s Day 🍇

It was energizing connecting with nearly 400 curious palates and sharing the history of our region, along with what makes the Finger Lakes such a special cool-climate growing area. The wines were met with tremendous enthusiasm, sparking thoughtful conversations and generous compliments throughout the weekend. Love was truly in the air.

Our lineup focused on Riesling and its beautiful diversity of style across the Lakes, while also highlighting the breadth of what we produce, including sparkling, Grüner Veltliner, Chardonnay, and Siegerrebe. Every glass opened the door to a deeper conversation about place, people, and possibility.

A heartfelt thank you to for the invitation and exceptional hospitality, and to the wineries who participated and helped bring the Finger Lakes story to life:

We made many new fans and friends and look forward to welcoming you to the Finger Lakes soon. Pull up a chair and let’s share more stories. 💛

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