All of the wine my husband and I tasted was decent. We ended up buying three bottles. Like most Finger Lakes wineries, their whites are definitely better. The guy who helped us with our tasting was very well educated on the wines and very friendly. We were here in December so it was gray and brown, but I'm sure the views are beautiful when it's not winter. read more

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Our final stop of the day brought us to Six Mile Cellars, a small but inviting winery that we reached just before closing--5:40 PM, with the doors set to shut at 6 PM. The timing wasn't ideal, and at first, the staff member at the counter seemed hesitant to offer a tasting, expressing concern that we might not have enough time to fully enjoy the experience. Understandably, with just 20 minutes left, they didn't want to rush through what should be a relaxed, immersive tasting. However, after we reassured her that we'd be happy to share a tasting and keep things brief, her demeanor quickly shifted. She transitioned from cautious to warm, professional, and incredibly accommodating, making us feel truly welcomed despite the late hour. In moments like this, it's always great to see how much the right attitude and hospitality can enhance a wine tasting experience. The Tasting Experience We sampled five different wines, each offering something unique. Even though we were moving quickly through the tasting, we still took time to appreciate the flavors and characteristics of each pour. Ithaca Red - A Standout Favorite One wine that immediately stood out was the Ithaca Red, a dry red with bright fruit-forward notes of raspberry and strawberry jam, balanced by a medium body and a lingering spicy finish. It struck that perfect balance between vibrant acidity and smooth tannins, making it an incredibly enjoyable, easy-drinking red. It was so good that we didn't hesitate to grab two bottles to take home, ensuring we could enjoy it again later. Lemberger - A Dark, Spiced Delight Another highlight was the Lemberger, a varietal that often flies under the radar but consistently impresses me. This one had deep, rich dark fruit flavors that reminded me of ripe blackberries and plums, complemented by a lightly spiced finish. It was well-structured yet approachable, a perfect choice for those who love medium-bodied reds with a little complexity. Though those two stood out the most, every wine we sampled was well-crafted, balanced, and a true reflection of the region. A Fun Bills vs. Steelers Moment In addition to the great wine, we had an unexpected and fun football-related conversation with one of the winery's owners, who happens to be a die-hard Buffalo Bills fan. As soon as he spotted my Steelers jacket, the conversation naturally steered toward football--a classic AFC rivalry moment. We ended up chatting about the infamous Bills vs. Chiefs game (yes, that controversial first down call!), and we found some rare common ground--both agreeing that Buffalo did, in fact, get that first down. It was a fun, lighthearted exchange that added another layer of personality to the visit. Moments like this remind me why I love visiting small, locally-owned wineries--you're not just drinking wine, you're connecting with the people behind it. A Winery Worth Revisiting Despite the short timeframe, Six Mile Cellars left a lasting impression. From the quality of the wines to the friendly, engaging atmosphere, it was a great way to wrap up a full day of exploring wineries and breweries. I'd love to return with more time to spare, perhaps on a sunny afternoon when I can relax on the property, enjoy a glass of wine, and soak in the surroundings without worrying about the clock. This visit may have been brief, but it certainly won't be my last. If you're in the area and appreciate well-crafted wines, welcoming hospitality, and a little football banter, Six Mile Cellars is absolutely worth a stop. A perfect way to end an already fantastic day. read more

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One of the very few vineyards that are actually in Ithaca. Relatively easy to get to via public transit. Not super walkable (although I did) as there is no sidewalk for most of the way (obviously not the vineyard's fault and not factoring into my review, just information for future visitors). I made a reservation for a tasting online. In person it's $1 cheaper as you don't have to pay a convenience fee which I wish I had known about but not losing sleep over $1. Vineyard is very pretty and there's plenty of seating both inside and out. Decent wifi which is nice as the area is a bit of a dead zone. It's $8 ($9 online) for 6 tastes of wine and you can choose from their full list. You can also opt to add on tastings of spirits for $1 each. They have a decent selection organized into whites, reds, and sweet wines. For spirits, they have vodka, gin, grappa, lemoncello, orangecello, and an amaretto. Unfortunately I just didn't love any of the wines. The rose was my favorite of the ones I tried. Spirits were better; the grappa and the gin were both excellent. Glasses are around $6-8 each and bottles are in the $12-23 range. You get $2 off a bottle with a tasting. They were very nice and gracious about complimentary tastings; for example the glass I wanted was not one of the ones that I picked during my tasting and they poured a complimentary taste first so I could know if I liked it. Overall the people were lovely, vineyard is lovely, and it's a good experience overall. You won't have any groundbreaking wines here but it's still worth a visit especially considering the proximity to Ithaca. read more

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Our tri-annual visit to the are always includes Six Mile Creek. Having a glass of the 2024 Seyval Blanc right now while lounging by the pool. Great taste read more

We were in town for our daughter's move out and went to this wine tasting place. It was not a very large vineyard but still impressed us with the scenery and overall rustic charm. Once inside the restaurant we were greeted by the wine tasting assistant . She was very knowledgeable about the wines and was a great entertainer who kept us thoroughly engaged by providing minute details of the wines and on latest rumors around town. After wine tasting we got ourselves a wine bottle that we liked from our session and sat in the patio enjoying the views and the wine. It was a very relaxing and enjoyable experience for us. read more

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This is a fantastic winery right in Ithaca. Dog friendly reasonably priced good wines Super friendly staff lovely outdoor patio What's not to love? ??? We will definitely be back read more

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We had a blast here for a wine and spirit tasting. The server was fun, informative, and friendly. We enjoyed the wine and spirits. The venue place is nice with lovely views from inside of a pond and structures with a walking path and of the grapes. Inside there's different spots to sit and enjoy a glass of wine and there are tons of cute dog photos which belong to the owners and their parents- dogs they have loved and rescued over the years favorite spirits were: gin and vodka and a more. Favorite wine: quintessence (red) and gruner (white) read more

My wife and I visited on a quiet late Friday afternoon. We had checked into our hotel and were looking for something to do before dinner. Our neighbor has a daughter who lives in Ithaca and recommended we stop in for a tasting. They are dog friendly. We did not have reservations for a tasting and at this time of the day, it did not matter. We were greeted warmly and began a tasting. They provide a lengthy list of whites, reds, blushes, and distillery drinks to choose from. You get to choose any six for $8. Our host was pleasant and pointing out the pros of each pour. My wife and I both agreed that the amount poured for the taste was not acceptable. I would estimate two tablespoons. Not an exaggeration. It was by far the smallest pour of any winery we had ever visited in our lives. Then again it was only $8. The wines were tasty, especially the Rieslings and the spumante. We each had a glass of our favorite wine and sat in their lounge area that offered a view of the vineyard. There was indoor/outdoor seating and since it was very hot, decided to stay indoors. In the middle of our tasting, there was a manager or someone in charge, who came over to our host and called him over to the register. We could overhear the conversation and it was disciplinary in nature. Something to do about a running tab for a customer. Waiting until customers were out of range might have been better. We felt bad for our host and left him a nice tip. As I mentioned, the tastings are inexpensive and there is plenty of parking in their private parking lot. There is a nice shop where you can buy the wines by the bottle amongst other things. The winery is located off a main road a few miles outside of downtown Ithaca. read more

Stopped here with friends about a month ago on an upstate Ny road trip. It was pretty quiet, only 5 or 6 other people around. We did a tasting and we were very pleased with the price, I believe it was only about $6 per person if we bought a bottle of wine. We started with the tasting then purchased a bottle to enjoy on the patio. We were lucky to get there towards the end of the day so the sky was getting all golden and we took some beautiful pictures from the patio. The white wines were delicious, the red were not as much our taste but we still enjoyed the variety. We had our own road trip snacks in the car which we brought to the patio and enjoyed with our bottle of wine while we relaxed and chatted amongst ourselves. I would definitely return! read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Fun times on the patio - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

For only $8 you can do a tasting of 6 wines. The dry whites were perfectly balanced. The deck overlooking the vineyard is a great spot to enjoy a glass. The pond is a short walk with many gazebos to relax in and best yet the venue is dog friendly. read more

This is legitimately one of my favorite wineries I've been to. First off, the view from here is beautiful. The staff was all incredibly friendly and helped us pick out a wine we really liked. The prices were also super reasonable. We were able to buy a bottle of wine and enjoy it on the patio. They also offered tastings and beer. They have a small pond you're able to enjoy your drinks at too. If I'm in the area again I will definitely be back. read more

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great crew fast staff great items. And the idea of the creek is amazing. We went there for the full experience and it was truly exceptional.

It was so average, and doesn't have a nice view. They are better wineries in that road read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

It is a nice spot in Ithaca, New York. It had nice views and nice wine. You need to make reservations ahead of time for wine tasting. If you know what you want to order, then you can go in to order in bulk. You can order a glass of wine or buy a bottle of wine and enjoy it in their outdoor seating area which is super calming and picturesque. I would recommend you to grab a bottle and unwine there. read more

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Very cute little vineyard! My whole family did the wine tasting and it was great! They are dog friendly too and we were able to bring our dog inside with us for the tasting. Our server was wonderful and explained the wine well. Their wine is great and we bought a few bottles! We got to explore the grounds after and there is a beautiful little pond with a fountain and lots of grass, it looks like you could take a glass of wine and sit out there and have a picnic! Overall we loved this place and would recommend! read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Our dog while we are wine tasting! - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

My brother convinced me to bike from downtown Ithaca to this vineyard. Just for those who see my review.. it is 2.6 miles AND ALL UPHILL. Somehow made it and was PARCHED. Athenae made this experience worth it! She helped me pick out 3 sweet wines at my request (which were all DELICIOUS and refreshing) to enjoy while sitting on the patio overlooking the vineyard. read more

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Come for the views, stay for the cheese and the Ithaca White (or the Cab Franc...or the Rose) Their COVID-set up is a bit odd. You can only sit at one of the bars if you're doing a wine tasting, which I guess you must have to reserve in advance? If you're just popping in for wine by the glass, you can post up at one of the indoor or outdoor tables. Weather permitting, the views from the covered patio are wonderful! There were only 3 employees when we popped in on a sleepy Sunday afternoon, and there were plenty of seating options for group of 3. We awkwardly ordered at the counter/ cashier kiosk. It was a little strange that we couldn't order at the bar, but whatevs. Chalk it up to the new normal. I sampled the Rosetta (Rose), Cab Franc, and Ithaca White - all were delicious and blended well (whatever that means). I truly enjoyed the wines, and I thought the by-the-glass price was not too bad. The Ithaca White stands out as the fav. Fruity and refreshing, not overly sweet. They don't offer much in the way of food, but there are some snack-worthy cheese varieties available for purchase. read more

What beautiful vineyard. In the area for an event at my son's college and stopped by for a little break and wine. The view from the tasting room was amazing. Unfortunately it was raining/snowing so we couldn't really get to walk around but we'll be back. read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Took an almost 2hr drive to do this wine tasting. It was worth the drive! The wines were really good to me. I'm no expert but I could actually taste and smell all the flavors and aromas they described. It's on a beautiful little plot of land and we ended up buying some extra treats and enjoying them there. I say if you want to take a nice drive down the finger lakes on a good day, take the trip to Six mile Creek Vineyard! read more

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Beautiful vineyard with great wine and seating. I was in Ithaca for a weekend and I tried the Six Mile Creek Vineyard. It was a lovely little find and I would highly recommend trying it out. The service was phenomenal. The staff was super friendly and helpful. We opted to get a glass of wine (or two) versus a tasting and they were nice enough to let us try the wine before selecting a glass. There were some great options - a good selection from very sweet to dry. I chose a sweet wine and was very happy with my selection. The only con was the food selection. I was glad they had some cheese, meat, and crackers to purchase; however, it would have been nice to have a bit more. I would have loved to be able to purchase a few small shareable appetizers but I understand that they probably don't have a kitchen. Overall, I really enjoyed myself. read more

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Excellent vineyard! We stopped in on our way home to nyc, and very happy we did. The service was EXTREMELY friendly and they were happy to have our shitz zu ("Big Ern") inside and all around the property. We didn't have a reservation and they were all booked, but still let us try a few wines and buy a glass to enjoy around the pond, which was quite peaceful and well kept. They have a large outdoor deck and massive horseshoe tasting area inside. The wines were fantastic! Their red blend was delicious and I'm planning to order a few more online. Had a fantastic blackberry undertone to it. We brought a few bottles back to NY to give to friends. My friend "Big Al," who works in insurance, raved about the bottle as well. Hopefully he will return the favor at some point, but I doubt it since he's cheap. Can't wait to come back!! read more

Good wine and employees that engaged and seemed to enjoy their jobs. Fun tasting area and easily accessible from town.

Wine tasting was a great deal! 6 tastes for $8 is such a great deal. Also very dog friendly and offer a great deal to buy bottles after the tasting. The vineyard was beautiful and great to take photos at! read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Lake by the vineyard - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

This is a beautiful vineyard a short drive away from downtown ithaca. The view from the top is very picturesque. We booked an appointment and were quickly seated upon check-in. We opted for some of their sweeter wines and having tasted in quite a lot of other wineries, we felt like they were just ok. We didn't quite enjoy the wines and they didn't appeal to our palate. read more

This was a great place for a family wine tasting. The views are gorgeous here, high up on a clear sunny day. This place is dog-friendly! I sampled 6 wines for $5. There is also an option for spirits which is 3 types for $3. The choices are vodka, gin, grappa, limoncella, orangecello, and amóre. I did not sample any white wines, though I did hear only positive comments from my family that did. There are 7 white wines to choose from and 5 Rosé's and Reds to choose from. I tried the Rosato 2015 (Rosé), Ithaca Red, Syrah 2013. I really quite enjoyed the Ithaca Red because of the after taste. From the Semi-Sweet and Sweet Wines, there are 5 to choose from. Here, I found my all time favorite wine. I tried the Odyssey blush, Cantare (which means to sing, how beautiful), and bellisimo. Bellisimo was the sweetest with 7% residual sugar. My favorite is cantare. I got a few bottles to bring home. I did also sample the limoncella, orangecello, and amóre. Limoncella was really cool because the person who made it was trained in Italy and sticks to traditions very closely, orangecello was the sweetest, and amóre smelled strongest of them all (for the almond lovers out there, this is the drink for you). There is a $2 discount for for people that buy wine after sampling. If you buy without sampling, you can receive a 5% off deal when buying 3 bottles and a 10% off deal when buying 6 bottles. After walking around, I got the 6 bottle deal and it came with a free bottle opener made in Italy! Shout out to Six Mile Creek Vineyard for being super nice! This place is open 11am-6pm everyday of the week. The staff are all very kind and knowledgable and carry themselves very professionally. There is a large sitting area for people that aren't wine tasting or are waiting for people that are. This area overlooks the rest of the vineyard, and the view is gorgeous. There are many things to buy for those who do not enjoy wine or are underage. There were many cheese's, towels, hats, flavored lip balms, cute quotes, wine carrying bags, locally made soap bars, etc. Besides the main shop, the rest of the vineyard is beautiful. Our family went down and walked around and took photos by the fountain. Great place to visit and get gifts for people or just to have a great time! read more

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This was truly the best winery experience I've had! The wines were great but the staff made it amazing. We brought our golden retriever and everyone was so welcoming and sweet and made us and our golden feel at home! I cannot recommend this experience enough! Thank you to the wonderful staff for making our day! read more

We stopped here midweek. A very dog friendly winery. The staff is awesome, welcoming and each has a rescue winery dog. We sat on the deck with our 3 pups, enjoying the view and a glass of Riesling (very good!). I'm marking 6MC as a favorite to come back too. read more

Great place,great people,very dog friendly have been there twice will go back again there Cabernet franc was very interesting

Winery has really gone down hill in last few years. Previously produced competitive wine and now is more of an event space than winery. The service is also more of random bar than winery. read more

Sarah was our wine host and very knowledgeable, friendly and conversational. The winery is quaint with multiple award winning wines. A very nice selection of Riesling and a top notch Gruner. Would definitely recommend this stop on your Finger Lakes Wine Tour. read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - The tasting room at Six Mile Creek Vineyard. - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Great experience tasting different wines at affordable prices! Ask about their award winning wines and get a few of those bottles and order while they still have them! Great seating on the patio and indoors at the bar for the tasting. read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - The view - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Had a pleasant visit to Six Mile Creek Vineyard on Monday afternoon. Was not crazy about the wine, though they did have a few decent ones, but would absolutely return to get more of their Amore spirit. Quality: While I did not fall in love with the wine at Six Mile Creek Vineyard, I was a fan of their Spirits. During our visit we did tastings of each. For wine we tried Chardonnay Reserve 2019, Seyval Blanc 2019, Vignoles 2017, Riesling (Semi-Dry) 2019, Avery's Spumante, Ithaca Red, Pinot Noir 2019, Cabernet Franc 2019, Quintessence 2018, Ithaca Blush, Pasa Tiempo, and Bellissimo. The only true standout was the Cabernet Franc 2019, though the Chardonnay Reserve 2019 was better than expected. For spirits we tried the Gin, Limoncella, and Amore. And the Amore, which is inspired by Amaretto, is truly the reason to visit and was the item we were not leaving without. Wonderful flavor and something easy to imagine adding to all sorts of cocktails. Quantity: Large pours during both tastings, giving a full look into each item's flavor. Value: $8 for a Tasting of 6 Wines. $3 for a Tasting of 3 Spirits. $11-$23 for Bottles of Wine. $25 for Bottles of Spirits. Ambiance: Six Mile Creek Vineyard is located in Ithaca, New York. The tasting room is in a large brown barn at the top of a hill. Large sliding glass doors open a back deck, which provides scenic views of the area as well as the rows of vines. It was too chilly during our visit to sit outside, but we did take in a look of the area blanketed in snow. Inside the tasting room is a large central bar that was been surrounded in plexiglass. It looked a bit like a bank, with your pours being passed through cut out slots. An inventive approach to COVID. The rest of the space was filled with items to-go, as well as a ton of Christmas decor. Crowd: We arrived soon after they opened, but not even halfway through our tasting two larger parties arrived. Service: One of the staff members saw us tucking our dog in the car before heading inside and insisted we bring him in. He was then provided an entire bin of toys and several treats. They also treated us pretty well. Parking: Fair sized parking lot, which provides a gauge of how busy they are read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Wine And Spirits List - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

This is a beautiful winery with picturesque views. We enjoyed a relaxing afternoon on the deck sipping a bottle of wine and soaking up the scenery. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend Six Mile Creek Vineyard on your wine tour. read more

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If you're heading north from the NYC area, this is a great place to begin your Finger Lakes Winery experience. It's very easy to find (parking right off the main road into town), and the staff was super friendly and accommodating. I was greeted with a wine-making conversation and a glass of red from a barrel before I even made it into the tasting room; isn't THAT nice? The tasting room has a deck overlooking the vineyard and the mountain vista. There are other wineries that are larger and with more stunning views, but this was certainly beautiful and charming in its modesty. The tasting was inexpensive, and they included it in the cost of the bottle of white that I purchased (Vignoles, 2013). There are a lot of great wineries in the region, but this one certainly made me feel welcome and I'm glad I stopped by. read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Beautiful view from patio alongside tasting room. - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Having lived in Upstate New York and California and visiting many wineries, and also visiting wineries in several countries in Europe, I can compare this visit to what you should expect. I visited here with a party of 4. We had reservations. Apparently this means little, because they were crowded, and very rushes. The server tried to do a good job, but twice she was pressured to move things along when she was explaining the wine. We had 6 (tiny) pours, and were out of there in 19 minutes. Things might be more pleasant if we had visited on a weekday. About Safety: The place was packed (and loud). While there were plexiglass dividers between the customer and the server, that was one of the few COVID precautions taken. A sign indicated that unvaccinated people should wear masks when standing (or course they didn't check status). There was little air movement within the room from small overhead fans, but no apparent air exchange with the outside, except when someone came through the door. COVID is spread via droplets (sneeze and coughs) which masks and barriers reduce, but also via aerosols (infected people breathing in and out) which linger. A crowded room with little air circulation, and loud massless people is not conductive to public health. Most of the wine was decent, and the Riesling was pretty good, but you didn't get very much time to contemplate what you might want to purchase. Running people in and out as quickly as you can doesn't seem like a good business model for a winery. read more

We went for a wine tasting and were the only people there. It could have been awkward but the worker there made us feel really welcomed and answered all questions we had about the wine. The wine tasting offers a good selection of wines. Award winning red wine and pretty good white wine read more

Lovely winery with friendly staff; delicious inexpensive wines, and beautiful grounds. Dog-friendly in the tasting room and vineyard. But it was the bucket full of dog toys that the staff brought out that we really appreciated. read more

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The Vignole was quite nice. Wish we could come for a concert. The property is really beautiful

Great wine! Price is much cheaper than NJ and we bought 6 bottle house white wine share with friends and family ! read more

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Tried the Ithaca White on a hot summer day and it was very refreshing. The bartender gave a couple good recommendations for which wines to try. There's a nice area in the back of the vineyard, with plenty of seating. The bartender recommended sitting by the cemetery, where there was a canopy to sit at, that overlooked the field. read more

Six Mile Creek Vineyard - Wineries Near Me - Ithaca, New York