Whether you’re planning your next trip or simply exploring from home, we’ve got you covered with comprehensive travel guides, carefully curated itineraries, local recipes, expert travel tips, and captivating stories about this breathtaking region. Discover the charm of Finger Lakes Wine Country and let us help you make the most of your journey.
Itineraries
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Girl’s Getaway to Finger Lakes Wine Country
Perfect for a girl’s getaway, Finger Lakes Wine Country offers relaxing spa treatments, art museums, delicious farm-to-table dining, local wines, and endless opportunities for fun.
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Keuka Lake Wine Trail 3-Day Itinerary
Keuka Lake offers year-round charm with family-owned wineries, stunning views, and a wine trail itinerary featuring top wineries, restaurants, and lakeside adventures.
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Dog-Friendly Finger Lakes Wine Country Itinerary
Explore dog-friendly Finger Lakes Wine Country with pet-friendly hotels, wineries, restaurants, and scenic hiking trails for you and your furry friend to enjoy together.
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Seneca Lake Wine Trail 3-Day Itinerary
Enjoy a 3-day travel itinerary along one of the largest cohesive wine trails in North America.
Travel Guides
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Things to Do on a Rainy Day
As spring approaches, Finger Lakes Wine country is expecting to see a lot of rain. Here are some ways to explore the region like a local while staying cozy.
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Keuka Lake Wine Trail Travel Guide
The Keuka Lake Wine Trail features family-owned wineries in the Finger Lakes, benefiting from the region’s ideal climate, weather, and glacial soils for award-winning winemaking.
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Romantic Getaway to Wine Country
No matter the season, Finger Lakes Wine Country is the perfect setting for a romantic getaway, whether for the weekend or more. Here are some ideas to help you plan…
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Spring Break Adventure Guide
Escape to Finger Lakes Wine Country this Spring for blooming gardens, vineyard tours, maple tastings, waterfall adventures, hot air balloon rides, and more fun activities!
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Winter Retreat in Finger Lakes Wine Country
Escape to Finger Lakes Wine Country this winter for serene beauty, fewer crowds, and rejuvenation. Discover indoor oases, and unforgettable activities in this cozy wonderland.
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Seneca Lake Wine Trail Travel Guide
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail offers award-winning wines, breweries, and meaderies amid stunning landscapes. Enjoy outdoor activities, charming towns, and diverse eateries.
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Where to Camp & Hike on Seneca Lake
Visit Finger Lakes Wine Country with the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, unique vacation rentals, camping, hiking, cabins, cottages, and RV sites for an unforgettable experience.
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Small Town Travel Guide: Corning, NY
Corning blends small-town charm with rich culture, featuring shops, museums, events, and wine trails. Explore its historic architecture, glassmaking, and fun experiences every season.
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Small Town Travel Guide: Hammondsport, NY
Hammondsport, a charming Keuka Lake village, offers summer festivities, winter charm, antique shops, museums on aviation and boating, and renowned wineries.
Recipes
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Pear and Blue Cheese Galette
This free-form, rustic tart straddles the line between sweet and savory, making it the perfect last course after a rich holiday dinner.
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Finger Lakes Red Wine Mule
A Finger Lakes Wine Country take on the traditional Moscow Mule, with the bright addition of a juicy Finger Lakes red wine.
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Upstate New York Sour
A Finger Lakes Wine Country take on a classic whiskey cocktail, enhanced with a deep, jammy Finger Lakes red wine.
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Finger Lakes Red Wine & Bourbon Mixer
A red wine and bourbon mixer made from ingredients crafted here in Finger Lakes Wine Country, with lemon, rosemary & thyme for garnish.
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Finger Lakes Bishop Cocktail
A delicious and refreshing cocktail made from Finger Lakes wine country dry red wine, rum, simple syrup, and fresh lime juice. Cheers!
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Easy & Delicious Finger Lakes Red Wine Spritzer
Made with sweet or dry Finger Lakes red wine, this berry-enhanced read wine spritzer is both easy and delicious!
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Parsnip Ricotta Gnocchi with Meyer Lemon Brown Butter
This gnocchi is light in texture but robust in flavor. Cooked–and best enjoyed–with a Finger Lakes dry riesling. Enjoy!
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Rosé-mary Strawberry Honey Sipper
This fun and fruity Rosé-mary Strawberry Honey Sipper cocktail comes to life thanks to the high quality wines and spirits produced in Finger Lakes Wine Country.
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FLX Rosé 75
This FLX Rosé 75 recipe is a delightful and refreshing take on the classic French 75, substituting a Finger Lakes Wine Country bubbly rosé for the champagne. Cheers!
Pairings
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Springtime Food & Drink Pairings for Easter & Passover
Celebrate the season with the perfect wine, beer, and non-alcoholic pairings for your holiday favorites. Whether you’re serving roast lamb on Easter Sunday, matzah at your Passover seder, or nibbling…
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Three Versatile Finger Lakes Wine & Cheese Pairings for Winter
When you’re shopping for a great wine and cheese pairing, the quest to match the right bottle with the right wheel to enjoy together can feel like a guessing game. …
Tips & Info
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Easy Drives to Finger Lakes Wine Country
Thinking about a trip to Finger Lakes Wine Country, New York? Good news — it’s super easy to get here! Whether you’re coming from a big city like New York…
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Snow in Finger Lakes Wine Country
Hey….Where’s all the snow I keep hearing about? Our weather is less snowy than in Buffalo, Rochester, or northern Pennsylvania. This is due to several key geographic and climatic factors,…
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Climate of Finger Lakes Wine Country
Finger Lakes Wine Country offers a distinctive climate that changes beautifully through each season, providing unique experiences year-round.
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Wine Touring Tips
With over 120 wineries in Finger Lakes Wine Country, how do you choose which ones to visit? What should you be prepared for when visiting a winery? What should you…
Stories
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Living Here
Eat, work, play, and enjoy! See why our region is ideally situated for those who wish to be close to metropolitan areas yet desire a connection to nature and community.
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25 Reasons to Love and Visit
There are so many reasons why we love Finger Lakes Wine Country and even more reasons to visit.
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5 Favorite Finger Lakes Red Wine Cocktail Recipes
The next time you’re looking for a fun cocktail, try these delicious red wine cocktail recipes using Finger Lakes Wine Country’s famed red varieties.