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.

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!

Super accommodating and pet friendly. It was extremely hot…read moreso we had to sit outside with our frenchie. They rolled the shades down for us for some shade. The food was good and the wine was even better. We ran into some ladies that were frenchie owners too that were so nice. Nice experience for our first time in the area.

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!

Beautiful afternoon on the patio tasting wine and nibbling on wonderful pretzels and cheeses. The…read moreservice from Michael was attentive--loved his recommendations and charm. Every wine was excellent--my favorite is the Albarino, but the pinot was savory and the Uva bubbly was fun.

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 came here as an anniversary date to do the Fall Chef's Table (cooking) class for October and it…read morewas definitely a very unique and interactive date experience to do. The ambience and gardens outside were also wonderful and wish we came a bit earlier to enjoy the lake views. Check-in is easy and classroom is right when you come in. The stations were well laid out with everything you needed. Our Chef Eli was very entertaining and we learnt some new knife cutting skills. The menu for us was German Oktoberfest themed with pork schnitzel, homemade spaetzle, and a harvest sauté vegetables. We throughly enjoyed the experience and class also came with 2 drinks and the meal you cooked together to enjoy. It was nice to support this wonderful 501c3 organization but do think the tickets are quite pricey for what you get.

Very awkward seating area near the bar then there is a larger dining room that feels very separate…read morefrom the music and serving staff We ordered Rosemary fries, but not a speck of rosemary in sight We also asked about the pizza specifically didn't come out with a slightly charred crust in large air bubbles and we were told yes it was delicious. You can see from the photo. It was a bit anemic and not what we were expecting.

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.

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!

Wow! I wish I took more pictures. I was here for a networking event and breakfast. The food and the…read moreservice was amazing. Walking through to the banquet room I realized I really need to get here for a local getaway. We will be back.

Stopped by the Belhurst today for lunch.. We have such fond memories from about 20 years ago and…read moretoday we were really let down. The Cuban sandwich was inedible, and lathered with Mustard too spicy to eat let alone enjoy. My Southwestern salad was almost as disappointed especially when I realize how much American cheese was mixed in with nacho chip crumbles and found next to no vegetables. I have to admit when waitress simply said she should have warned us, I thought and you expect a tip for that??? What happened to the day when servers asked how you like your food prepared when there are aspects of it other diners may have brought up before? What happened to the times when restaurants took actual pride in what they serve and how they prepare it? For the belhurst I think that was a time long ago..

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!

Wonderful tasting with Victor, an incredibly knowledgeable fellow, on a winter Friday afternoon…read more We tasted through the wines from rieslings to whites sparkling and red. Herman Wiemer is a gold standard in Finger Lakes wine and we thoroughly enjoyed. We had wine to compare the rest to in the Finger Lakes.

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.

We visit our Bonskeid House on Seneca Lake 2-3 times a year and ALWAYS have to stop and buy yummies…read moreand wine at Tabora!! They just have amazing takeout or pick nic table foods, and drinks. Plus all sorts of local products! The staff are always great. Their story is amazing and it adds a great spot to our wonderful Route 14 here on Seneca!!