New York Drinks New York

There was a major buzz in more ways than one at Astor Place Wines on monday, March 12th as the New York Wine & Grape Foundation held the "New York Drinks New York" Grand Tasting. It was a quite the sight as many as 35 wineries from across the New York state area united for one cause - Get New Yorkers to Drink New York!

I was lucky enough to not only attend but participate in this event as I helped represent Swedish Hill Winery from the Finger Lakes. Numerous retailers, restaurants and members of the press were present from all across the Tri-State area to sample New York's finest.

As this event was one of my first major events I have participated in I did not know exactly what to expect. It is safe to say that it surpassed all my expectations.

The New York wine industry was extremely friendly and were very welcoming to the aforementioned "new kids on the block" or more professionally known as the DiSalvo & Sons. It was refreshing to have competing vineyards, distribution companies etc unite and try to garner more recognition for New York wines.

Hopefully our goal was achieved and New York wines will be more readily available for consumers to consume!