Among the first producers to become a certified New York Sustainable Winegrower, Keuka Lake Vineyards has grown from just a few acres since its inception in the 1990s into the 40-acre vineyard it is today under the stewardship of its founders, Mel and Dorothee Goldman. “The passion and long-term commitment of the founding families resonate most,” says de Sensi. “There is a clear sense of craft and legacy. Their authenticity, paired with thoughtful hospitality, makes the experience both personal and memorable.”
WELCOME TO KEUKA LAKE VINEYARDS
Sustainability, minimal intervention, and spectacular wine is what drives us at Keuka Lake Vineyards
We’re open daily, 11 AM – 5 PM | Until 8 PM on Fridays for our Happy Hour Concert Series
Cultivating Excellence, Vintage by Vintage
The Story of Keuka Lake Vineyards begins in 1992, when Mel and Dorothee Goldman’s love for the Finger Lakes led them to fulfill their dream of planting a vineyard on former Taylor Wine Co. land. After retiring in 1997, they focused on growing Riesling and Pinot Noir vines, eventually impressing European critics with their wines.
Today, Keuka Lake Vineyards boasts 40 acres with six varietals, each vintage rooted in their original passion for the Finger Lakes.
In 2023, we were in the first group of New York vineyards to be certified as a New York Sustainable Winegrower.
We are passionately dedicated to protecting and nourishing the Keuka Lake ecosystem, and that passion informs all of our decisions in the vineyard.
EXPERIENCES
Tastings & Tours
A range of experiences are available at Keuka Lake Vineyards. We are open year-round for tastings, and from May to October offer large group tastings, vineyard tasting and tours, as well as hosting parties and events.
Please note: our cozy off-season indoor space is limited compared to our historic barn.
Reservations Highly Recommended.
THE WINES
Current Releases
Keuka Lake Vineyards produces wines representative of the interaction of our temperate climate with the soil and topography of the land surrounding Keuka Lake, which gives our vineyard sites unique terroir.
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By: The Cork Report
Drink This: Keuka Lake Vineyards 2022 Vignoles
Nobody does bone-dry vignoles better than Keuka Lake Vineyards
“At Keuka Lake Vineyards, the focus is on dry wine, including vignoles. This one doesn’t have any residual sugar. It walks a tightrope — brisk and fresh, but not too much so. That tension is actually one of the things I like most about it.” Lenn Thompson.
By: The Buyer
Rustic charm
A respect for tradition and a humble outlook goes a long way. “We do everything by hand, that’s why we are not very profitable,” said Mel Goldman from Keuka Lake Vineyards as we taste through his impressive range of wines. Keuka Lake has vineyards on both sides of the lake it takes its name from, and a beautiful tasting barn on the west shore which is dripping in character and charm.
His wines were some of the best of the trip. “I thought they were really lovely,” said Campbell.
