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Drinkin’ Whiskey and Wine

March 9, 2017 by Grant Hummel / 3593 / 0

Drinkin’ Whiskey and Wine by Kathy Chapman Or more specifically, drinking wine from whiskey barrels. A few years ago, some winemakers in Australia and California... Continue reading

Beaujolais Nouveau, Explained

November 10, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 4254

Every year on the third Thursday of November the new vintage of Beaujolais Nouveau is released to the World. What is this wine? It is... Continue reading

That Place in New York: The Reputation of Finger Lakes Wine

October 23, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 2481

A few years ago, my husband and I took a cross-country road trip. We avoided main highways and big cities, preferring to see America “up... Continue reading

Whiskey or Whisky? What’s the Difference?

September 19, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 2557

Like any good cowboy or cowgirl, you mosey into the saloon and order a whiskey. But with so many choices, what should you get? And... Continue reading

50 Shades of Gris: Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris Explained

August 22, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 3671

Are Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris the same? Yes they are in fact the same grape. The meaning of the word pinot, a variant of... Continue reading

New York Wine & Food Classic 2016: Winner’s Release

August 15, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 60346

The results are in and we’re excited to report the big winners from the 2016 New York Wine & Food Classic! The winner of the... Continue reading

Celebrating New York Wines: The Prestigious New York Wine & Food Classic

August 8, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 1074

In the Finger Lakes, we are always excited when August rolls around because that means the New York Wine & Food Classic is upon us!... Continue reading

Save the White Deer (with Wine!)

June 16, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 1730

The natural beauty of the Finger Lakes region is breathtaking. Be it the forests, the wildlife, or the lakes themselves, one cannot help but feel... Continue reading

Dry Rosé Season: Wagner Vineyards

June 7, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 1187

This Spring, Wagner debuted their 2015 Cabernet Franc Rosé to much fanfare in the Finger Lakes. Wagner had been somewhat reluctant to produce a Rosé,... Continue reading

Memorial Day Weekend, Finger Lakes Style

May 26, 2016 by Ryan's Wine & Spirits / 1203

Everyone in the Finger Lakes is looking forward to the upcoming long weekend. There will be many get-togethers with friends and family. Whether you’re hosting or... Continue reading