Cultivating Cabernet Franc
The Cabernet Franc wines from the 2020 vintage are proving to be some of the finest the Hudson Valley region has ever produced. Here’s why.
Linda Pierro
Clover Pond Vineyard
Established in 2014, Clover Pond Vineyard is a family-owned and operated estate vineyard that grows, produces and bottles all of their wines.
So You Want to Visit Long Island Wine Country?
If sampling wines from another New York region is on your bucket list this fall, pick up a copy of The Wines of Long Island and head to the East End.
Exploring American Cider: History, Politics and Social Issues
Getting out and experiencing cider firsthand is the best way to learn about the country’s oldest beverage, but with Dan Pucci and Craig Cavallo as your well-versed and deeply passionate guides, cider culture from coast to coast is at your fingertips.
The Best Local Cabernet Francs to Drink Right Now
Cabernet Franc is the most popular red wine varietal in the Hudson Valley, and for good reason. Here are five of the region’s best Cabernet Francs to try right now.
Wine and the White House – Lessons in Diplomacy [Book Review]
Each President since Washington has recognized wine’s intrinsic value when it comes to diplomacy and putting guests at ease. Join author Frederick J. Ryan on a lively, historical romp through the Presidential cellars and the traditions that have made wine an influential part of White House culture.
Know Before You Go: What to Expect When You Visit Now
The Hudson Valley wine and craft beverage industry is bubbling with optimism now that COVID-19 restrictions have been loosened. Businesses are eager to welcome visitors—even if it is from six feet away.
Uncultivated: Wild Apples, Real Cider, and the Complicated Art of Making a Living [Book Review]
Author and sustainable cider maker Andy Brennan balances the needs of a modern farm business with a pursuit to return to simpler times.
Seven ‘Quarantini’ Cocktails with a Local Twist
Social distancing may mean the end of cocktail hour as we know it, but a virtual “quarantini” hour can cheer you up, reduce stress, and keep you connected while you’re cooped up at home.
Little Known Local Ladies and the Libations They Inspire
Woman and alcohol haven’t always had the best relationship throughout history, so we’ve made the case for a few local women deserving of their own brand.
Spring 2020
Imagine it. Lounging with friends on a sunny patio, sipping a new beverage that you love. Unfortunately in the days of COVID-19, this daydream is postponed.