Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard | Finger Lakes, New York

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“Fred Merwarth's restless exploration of his estate is an intellectual and aesthetic enterprise, resulting in a range of meticulously grown and thoughtfully made wines."

– Patrick Comiskey, Wine & Spirits Magazine

“This is one of the region’s indisputable flagships- one of its greatest estates.”

– Mark Squires, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

“Fred Merwarth of Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard leads the Finger Lakes’ quality revolution.”

– Esther Mobley, Wine Spectator Magazine

“When it comes to Riesling, there is simply no one better in the United States.”

– Patrick Comiskey, Wine & Spirits Magazine

Library Flights Available this Fall

Sep 6, 2024

We have to admit that one of our favorite things to do is dig through the Library here at Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard...

Hermann J. Wiemer Wines on your Table

Aug 30, 2024

Part of the beauty of winemaking is the knowledge that as soon as a bottle leaves our doors, it can find its way to a...

Vinepair’s 16 Best Rieslings, 12 Best Austrian Reds for 2024

Aug 2, 2024

We are thrilled to have two of our wines named to VinePair’s 16 Best Rieslings of 2024 and 12 Best Austrian Reds for...

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Founded in 1979

Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard is a pioneer of viticulture and winemaking in the Finger Lakes. Learn more about our history and the estate today.

Estate Overview

From the beginning...

Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard has approached the health of our vineyards as the most vital component of winemaking. Learn more about our farming practices and vineyards.

Farming & Vineyards

Estate fruit is hand-harvested and hand-sorted.

Vineyard qualities are isolated, worked in small lots, and blended for balance and texture; fermentations rely on indigenous yeasts. Learn more about our winemaking practices.

Winemaking