Dan was welcoming and very helpful. Their wine making process is simple and the end result, while…read moreneeding to age should be very drinkable.

The "hosts" of WBD are knowledgeable, friendly and regularly enjoy the wines right alongside you…read more One can rely on WBD staff to make the wine or you can participate in any and all the steps should you choose. Great value when you end up with 30 bottles of wine. New offerings annually.

Great wine and a great view. The way they have you order food is a little confusing and they should…read moreconsider table service but food was delicious.

10 stars for Ventosa Winery! Their wines are the best in New York State and the food they prepare…read moreon site is amazing! Ventosa is the best winery in New York State! This place is truly the best!

From the moment we arrived, this winery completely exceeded our expectations. I made a reservation…read morefor our party of 8, and they truly rolled out the red carpet for us. A beautiful table was prepared ahead of time, and the staff even greeted us as we stepped off the bus, making us feel like VIPs from the start. A special shoutout to Glenn, who led our tasting experience. Not only was he incredibly knowledgeable about the wines, but he was also absolutely hilarious. He fit right in with our group, joking and laughing with us as if he was part of the party. We spent almost the entire hour and a half laughing while learning about and enjoying some fantastic wines. And we can't forget the chocolate pairing--it was out of this world delicious and complemented the wines perfectly. This was one of the most memorable winery experiences we've ever had. Exceptional hospitality, amazing wine, great company, and an unforgettable host. We can't wait to come back!

I would leave a 0 if i could. I was told the winery could accomodate tastings for a bachelorette…read morewithout reservation when I called. When we got to winery, despite MULTIPLE tables open, We were told they could not upon arrival. This was the most unprofessional service I have ever experienced, thankfully the brewery up the road was able to service 10 paying customers, and Billsboro was unable. I am so disappointed to say, but this winery does not deserve local or tourist business. I would recommend skipping.

On my first visit to Syracuse, this might be my favorite spot I went…read more Outstanding selection of goods. They were out of the gabagool! Only complaint.

What a cute corner (literally on the corner of James and S Collingwood) store! Not only do they…read morestock a wide variety of cheeses from all over the world, they also sell local artisan products as well (ex. A selection of breads and pastries from Breadhead, Salt City coffee beans, Sweet on Chocolate chocolate bars, etc). Staff is very knowledgeable about the cheeses. The only tricky bit is finding parking (all street parking). Bonus: The Wedge (restaurant run by the same team) is right next door!

We got married here and loved it. However, there's no more restaurant. There are tasting rooms and…read morecooking classes. I want the restaurant to come back. Or any really.

I've enjoyed the NYK several times for lunch with friends and enjoyed it. On my most recent visit…read morewith a friend that I wanted to WOW with my choice it was a disaster. There was some group of visitors who took up the entire outside patio. Banished to inside we were in a very loud environment... with the other refugees... and could not even have a normal conversation. The food was acceptable- not remarkable/ after a very long wait for the bus crowd to be served first. I learned this is not the venue to show off to my foodie friend in the future. Haven't returned since.

I went here for trivia and didn't expect to have the most AMAZING charcuterie board I've ever…read morehad... this was absolutely delicious. My bff and I could not stop thinking about it afterward. Also the bread for the board was separate from it which was amazing as a gluten free girlie! The wine went great with it too, and the place is extremely cute and welcoming. Not too busy or crowded. Really great spot if you like wine and cheese!

Love having a tasting room here in Rochester! I do recommend reservations as we didn't have any and…read moreordered at the bar but stood by their community table. Bar spots are also open seating. There are several wine flights to choose from. We chose the red and white. Our favorite however was the welcome pour white spritz. The prices per bottle are also reasonable and there are food options available. Parking can be hit or miss at times too.

Sent my Son and Daughter in law for their wedding gift. Needed repeat reservations…read more Please phone 585-415-8252. Susan M Ambrogio Former Education and Youth Coordinator Coca-Cola Systems. Thank you so much susanambrogio31684@gmail.com

Stonecutter Tavern at Belhurst Castle: Come for the view. Don't expect dinner…read more We were told there'd be a 20-30 minute wait, so we spent the time enjoying the beautiful grounds overlooking Seneca Lake. We came back 30 minutes later to find the restaurant nearly empty. We were seated immediately, handed menus... and then completely forgotten. Twenty minutes. No server. No water. No drinks. Nothing. The tables around us started asking us if we'd seen a waiter. When someone finally asked the hostess what was going on, her response was, "I have no idea and I can't really help you." For a destination restaurant that markets itself as a special occasion experience, that's simply unacceptable. Beautiful castle. Beautiful lake. Spectacular setting. Zero hospitality. We got up and left, as did the other two tables.

Great place to stop if you're in need of wine or liquor in Skaneateles. The workers are…read moreknowledgeable, friendly and always offer to help. It's smaller but has a pretty good selection, they have lots of local wines and ciders.

We have been coming here for years and really like it. Sometimes we buy cases of wine here, which…read moregets a 10% discount! The staff are really friendly as well.

I'm super late adding this review but it's so memorable I can still so clearly recall our wine…read moretasting experience at Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard. Well, aside from our wine guide's name, (I'M SO SORRY) who was EXCELLENT and made what would have been a lost group of women wanting to get lit to an educational experience but ALSO a great time. He curated a list of several white wines in carafes for us to learn and practice different tasting notes. I have never had a wine tasting like this and have never had one like this again, yet. Hopefully that will change during my Napa trip this month! The outdoor seating area is beautiful and green without getting too noisy, and perfect for big groups. There's also a large unending field of grapes - which we definitely posed for an ungodly amount of photos in front of. Hermann J. Wiemer is definitely a wine institution well deserving of all the accolades that I will be visiting again next time I'm in upstate New York!

Hermann J. Wiemer was one of the three wineries my husband and I visited when were in the Finger…read moreLakes for the Fourth of July last week. Hermann J. Wiemer has been around since 1979, but they started really experimenting with biodynamic wine production in 2014. That's how I came to find the winery when I was researching which to visit when I was planning our trip. I'm interested in organic, biodynamic, and natural wines, and Hermann J. Wiemer has become a pioneer in biodynamic wines for the Finger Lakes region. (When we spoke about Hermann J. Wiemer at other wineries we visited that weekend and with people we met in the Finger Lakes, it was clear how much respect people have for Hermann J. Wiemer. Everyone had such nice things to say about the winery, that they are pioneers and examples of great winemaking in the region and that they are incredibly supportive of and helpful to younger, newer wineries in the region.) We had a reservation, which I recommend. Even though Hermann J. Wiemer is large, it's popular and they were running out of space for people who visited without reservations. The space is incredible and varied for different experiences. There's indoor seating and outdoor seating. Much of the indoor space has large open windows so you can see the vines and the property from your seat during your tasting. It was incredibly comfortable inside the winery on this very hot day. The tasting is incredibly flexible. They offer 1.25, 2.5, and 5 oz pours of every wine on their menu. This includes more than 20 wines - many Rieslings, several Chardonnays, Gewürztraminer, Grüner Veltliner, Blaufränkisch, Cabernet Franc, blends, sparkling wines, dessert wines, and more. The staff member who was with us through our tasting was friendly and incredibly helpful. With so many wines, she helped direct us to wines we might have more of an interest in trying. We spent an hour or so at the winery (at one point watching a rain storm through the windows) and took a few bottles home with us. I enjoyed the wines and the experience and have enormous respect for the reputation that Hermann J. Wiemer has built in the Finger Lakes. If you're interested in biodynamic wines, Hermann J. Wiemer should be on your list to visit. It's also just a very beautiful, wonderful space and business to visit in the region. I'd very happily return.

Great simple spot with deli sandwiches, baked goods, and great wine. There are two buildings, one…read morewith food and the second being the wine tasting. The staff were all kind and very helpful. We went on a Wednesday, and there were a few stragglers but it was a small wait for food (totally worth it) and quick pours (I'm not complaining about that). It's only 13 minutes north from Watkins Glen, which made the drive back towards the gorge much more enjoyable. We started our wine tasting at Tabora. It was so enjoyable that I bought a bottle on the way out. Would do this again and would recommend for an affordable, picnic style, and an easy wine tasting.

Customizable tasting flight with a friendly staff. We originally did not have this on our list of…read moreplaces to go for tastings but stopped by because of their gluten free food options for a member of our party. The quiches were amazing particularly their cheddar and mixed vegetable one. There is an adorable store inside with many baked goods and plenty of meal options. The staff is nice is both the bakery and the wine store. They are helpful and kind. Their barrel aged aurore was so pleasant and light but round and smooth. We came 3 times for the food.