New York State’s wine industry is one of America’s oldest, dating back over 175 years. But it is also one of the newest—since over two-thirds of the State’s 190-plus wineries have been created during the past 15 years. All of the growth has been in small, premium “farm wineries”, many of which are now producing world-class wines.

New York’s strength is its diversity—as a state, and as a wine industry. The diversity of people from around the world makes New York one of the world’s most vibrant, exciting, and creative states. The same is true of the State’s wine industry, which produces a broader range of fine wines than almost any other region in the world—giving wine lovers a wealth of tasteful alternatives.

This section guides you through the NEW New York wine industry with a profile of the industry and its regions . . . special pages on the wineries involved with New York Wines & Dines . . . information about fine wine shops in Rochester and other markets which feature New York wines . . . and tips about enjoying and serving wine.

What is “the best wine”? The wine YOU like best. So keep experimenting at the wineries or at home to find your favorite New York wines and the foods they enhance.