A comprehensive tasting led by James Suckling and Brian Freedman spotlighted the remarkable progress of New York Cabernet Franc, evaluating 132 wines from across the state and revealing a clear shift toward freshness, balance, and terroir expression. We’re proud that our Magdalena Vineyard Cabernet Franc was recognized among the top-scoring wines, an affirmation of the thoughtful, restrained approach shaping the next chapter of New York Cabernet Franc.
Phantom Ales: Wild Ferment Finger Lakes: A Low-Intervention Cider & Wine Trail
Phantom Ales recently published a guide to low-intervention cider and wine in the Finger Lakes, covering eight producers across Seneca, Cayuga, and Keuka. It argues that wild ferment didn't arrive here as a rebellion - the practice came first, and the vocabulary came...