ENJOY THE HUDSON VALLEY
Have You Seen The Hudson Valley Wine Trails Lately?
Travel along the Dutchess Wine Trail to experience wine the way it was made in the Old Country. Listen to master wine makers who have spent decades perfecting their craft tell about the intricate wine-making process. Travel along beautiful country roads through areas with suffixes like -shire, -chester, and -field. Sound like something out of the Sound of Music? No, it's right in our own backyard in the Hudson Valley! Take the Dutchess Wine Trail challenge to find out how much you really know about fermented grape juice.
Adair Vineyards
52 Allhusen Road
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 255-1377
May: Fri - Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., June - Oct: Daily 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., Nov - Dec: Fri - Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Comments like: "That label says it all - pure quality," and "They make wine tasting understandable and enjoyable. And it's difficult not to find a winner from their extensive wine list," speak for themselves about this respectable vineyard.
Alison Wines and Vineyards
231 Pitcher Ln.,
Red Hook, NY 12571
845-758-6335
In their 6th year of production and already winning international competitions. They use Noble French varietals, and also make dessert wines with local fruit. Converted dairy barn used for winemaking creates an informal setting. Ideal for those first venturing into the realm of all that is wine.
Applewood Winery
82 Four Corners Rd
Warwick, NY 10990
(845) 988-9292
April thru June: Sat & Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., July thru October: Fri - Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Nov - Dec 19th: Sat & Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and by appointment. Pick-Your-Own apples, wagon rides, and a duck pond make this winery a must for wholesome fun seekers.
Baldwin Vineyards
176 Hardenburgh Rd
Pine Bush, NY 12566
(845) 744-2226
Try their famous Strawberry wine with your favorite cheesecake, ice cream, or chocolate dessert. Call for hours.
Brimstone Hill Vineyard
61 Brimstone Hill Road
Pine Bush, New York 12566
(845) 744-2231
July - October: Daily 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., May thru June: Fri - Monday, Nov & Dec: Fri - Monday, January - April: Sat & Sunday. For all you Francophiles, this is the place for you! This winery's motto is "the local wines with the French touch."
Brotherhood Winery
35 North Street
Washingtonville, NY 10992
(845) 496-9101 or (845) 496-3661
Daily 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. except Christmas Day, New Year's Day and Thanksgiving Day. America's oldest winery, this place has it all. From dozens of great wines, to live entertainment, and even a haunted cellar tour, Brotherhood Winery is sure to delight!
Clinton Vineyards
Schultzville Road
Clinton Corners, N.Y. 12514
845-266-5372
On the Web: www.clintonvineyards.com
Specialize in Seyval Blanc and fermented-in-the-bottle sparkling white wines along with award-winning dessert wines. Fri-Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., tours and tastings year round.
Demarest Hill Winery
Grand Street
81 Pine Island Turnpike
Warwick, NY 10990
(845) 986-4723
Daily, year round. Francesco Ciummo and his wife, Orietta just recently began this operation atop Demarest Hill in Warwick. They have brandy! Tours and tastings are free with a purchase.
Millbrook Vineyards and Winery
26 Wing Road
Millbrook, New York 12545
1-800-662-WINE
11 a.m. - 6 p.m. After Labor Day 12 - 5 p.m. On top of over a dozen different red and white wines to choose from, Millbrook also sells an Italian extra virgin olive oil.
Rivendell Winery
714 Albany Post Road
New Paltz, New York 12561
(845) 255-2494
Year round daily 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. This winery's Web site boasts "an alchemist's horde of medals from regional, national and international competitions." What's not to love about that?
Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery
114 Little York Road
Warwick, NY 10990
Tasting Room (845) 258-4858
Winery (845) 258-6020
January - May: Thurs - Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., June - December: Daily 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. CIA trained chefs bake scrumptious breads and pastries daily. There is also live music every weekend, rain or shine!
Vvisit the Dutchess County Tourism and Ulster County Tourism websites for more information and maps of the area wine trails,
Note:
The Culinary Institute of America does not endorse these Web sites. They are listed for your convenience.