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Rediscussing Riesling: The Finger Lakes and Beyond

Finger Lakes Riesling, The FLXCursion Conference and Beyond Riesling has a reputation in the Finger Lakes. Our signature grape is often portrayed as sweet and fruity, a fun drink for the summer, but not…

By Kate Meyers Emery · Updated Oct 2022 · Guide

10 Best Alsace Wine Tours & Tastings to Book in 2026

Take a journey to the storybook setting of the Alsace wine region with our carefully curated selection of private and customizable wine tours. Get to know the wines and producers in this acclaimed destination…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

10 Lesser Known Wine Producing Countries You Probably Didn’t Know About

Lesser Known Wine Countries: Unique Regions Producing Wine You May Not Have Heard About As a wine connoisseur, you have probably visited some of the world's most popular wine regions. Perhaps, you've spent some…

By Emily McArthur · Updated May 2024 · Guide

10 Top Museums to Visit in the Finger Lakes

Since there's so much to do in the Finger Lakes, we want to be sure to have you covered no matter when you're there. While our top 10 things to do outdoors in the…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Jul 2023 · Guide

11 Best Places To Visit In Germany and Why

If you're a fan of beer, wine, beautiful sights, and European culture, then Germany should be your next travel destination. While it often gets overlooked in favor of other European destinations such as France,…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Apr 2023 · Roundup

16 Best Finger Lakes Restaurants You Must Try in 2025

These Are Some of the Best Finger Lakes Restaurants You Must Try This Year With so many wineries, breweries and even distilleries along the lake trails, as well as outdoor adventures and museums, but…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Jan 2025 · Roundup

2024 Lake Erie AVA Harvest Concludes with Promising Vintage for Mazza Wines: Ideal Growing Season and Standout Grapes Set High Expectations for Wine Enthusiasts

Above: Chambourcin grapes nearing maturity hang on the vine in Lake Erie Wine Country. Photo by Chris Maas. On the south shores of Lake Erie, a massive body of water big enough for eleventh…

By Mark Stock · Updated Nov 2024 · Guide

21 Best Finger Lakes Wineries to Visit in 2026

Best Wineries, Wine Tasting Experiences and Vineyards in the Finger Lakes to Visit During 2026 The Finger Lakes region is located in the center of New York State, about 4 to 5 hours from…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Jan 2026 · Winery Guide

21 Best Naramata Wineries & Wine Tasting Tours for 2026

Best Naramata Wineries to Visit, Plus Where to Stay, Eat & Guided Naramata Wine Tour Options Naramata is home to more than 40 wineries, with loads of Merlot, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

25 Best Barossa Wineries & Wine Tours to Try in 2026

These Are Some of the Best Barossa Wineries to Visit & Wine Tours for Wonderful Wine Tasting Experiences in Australia Renowned by many as one of the world’s greatest wine regions, Barossa Valley is…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Jan 2026 · Tour Guide

25 Best Things To Do Across North Carolina in 2026

Here are Some of the Best Things to Do in North Carolina in 2026 In our humble opinion, North Carolina has it all. From historic and quaint colonial towns to scenic countryside, mountains, beaches…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jan 2026 · Roundup

3 Day Sonoma Itinerary: Plan a Perfect Long Weekend in the Valley

Learn How to Explore Sonoma Wine Country with Our 3-Day Itinerary Sonoma County is expansive, rugged, and wild. It spans from just north of Marin County up to Mendocino and is roughly twice the…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Jul 2024 · Guide

4 Beautiful Central & Eastern European Cities to Explore

Recommended Central & Eastern European Cities to Explore               It's time to start planning that next adventure again! In fact, research shows one of the largest boosts in happiness…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Jul 2024 · Guide

6 Special and Historic Wineries To Visit on Keuka Lake

Keuka Lake may be one of the smaller Finger Lakes, but it has the longest history in winemaking. The first record of successful wine production in Upstate New York comes from William Warner Bostwick,…

By Kate Meyers Emery · Updated Aug 2022 · Winery Guide

Alsace Itinerary: Best Wineries & Hotels Along the Alsace Wine Route

Alsace Itinerary & Travel Guide: Best Wineries to Visit & Hotels to Stay at During Your Trip Three hundred miles east of Paris, at the foothills of the Vosges Mountains and near the border…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Jan 2024 · Winery Guide

Artwinery Shares its Story from the Front Lines of the War in Ukraine

Artwinery. Ukrainian. Heroic. Support the Heroes of the Ukrainian Wine Industry in Their Fight for Survival Part 1: A Terrible Decision to Make It’s March 16, 2022, and I am finally in telephone contact…

By Gayle Corrigan · Updated May 2023 · Guide

Aurora New York Itinerary: Things to Do & Wineries Nearby

Across the Finger Lakes lie small towns and villages, tucked away in the rolling hills, hidden amongst the vineyards and lakes. As you travel along Cayuga Lake’s East side, you could almost miss the…

By Kate Meyers Emery · Updated May 2023 · Winery Guide

Best Anderson Valley Wineries to Visit in 2026

Featured image courtesy Fabian Jauregui Sip, Savor, and Indulge – A Guide to Wine Tasting in Anderson Valley: Discover Some of Anderson Valley's Best Wineries, Hotels & Restaurants for 2026 Headed to the Mendocino…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Jan 2026 · Winery Guide

Best Australia Wineries & Tours 2026: Complete Wine Tasting Travel Guide

Australia Wine Tasting Travel Guide for 2026: Sipping the Best of Australian Wine All Over the Country Are you a wine lover looking to explore new and exciting wine regions? If so, Australia is…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Jan 2026 · Tour Guide

Best Columbia River Gorge Wineries to Visit in 2026

Travel Through Wine: Best Way to Explore the Columbia River Gorge If there’s a prettier spot in the Pacific Northwest, we’re not sure we’ve seen it. Located within both Oregon and Washington State, the…

By Mark Stock · Updated Jan 2026 · Winery Guide

Best Finger Lakes Sparkling Wineries to Visit this Year

Tour the Sparkling Wines and "Champagne" of the Finger Lakes Would you have guessed that the very first U.S. Bonded winery is in New York’s Finger Lakes region? And would you have guessed that…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Sep 2023 · Winery Guide

Best Niagara Escarpment Wineries to Visit this Year

For the past few decades, Buffalo has been the punch line of far too many jokes. Toss out a rustbelt quip and you’ll quickly see locals bristle because they know what you don’t: Buffalo…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated May 2023 · Winery Guide

Best Old Mission Peninsula Wineries: Wine Tasting Tours & Hotels

Located on Northern end of Lake Michigan, the Old Mission Peninsula is a wine region that is close to my heart. It was the first trip my partner and I ever took together, and…

By Kate Meyers Emery · Updated Jul 2023 · Tour Guide

Best Southern Oregon Wineries & Wine Tastings for 2024

Learn About Some of the Best Wineries in Southern Oregon, Plus Travel Logistics and Things to Do in the Region Down near the California border, there’s a breathtaking stretch of Oregon where the wine…

By Mark Stock · Updated Jan 2024 · Tour Guide

Best Tasmania Wineries & Wine Tasting Tours for 2025

Discover some of the best wineries in Tasmania and wine tasting tours for unforgettable experiences throughout 2025. Below the continent of Australia, deep in the Southern Ocean at the extremities of the earth, lies…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Jan 2025 · Tour Guide

Best Vermont Wineries, Vineyards & Wine Tours 2024

Oh yes, there is wine to taste in Vermont. There’s wine in Vermont that's starting to grab the attention of sommeliers and other wine enthusiasts. While the scene is a far cry from the…

By Mark Stock · Updated Dec 2023 · Tour Guide

Best Wine with Sushi Pairings: Guide to the Top Matches

Best Wines to Pair with Different Kinds of Sushi Sushi has become a staple in the American diet, but it can be confusing for a lot of people. What are all those different types…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Sep 2023 · Guide

Bratislava, Slovakia: Top Things To Do on a Day Trip

Thinking of visiting Bratislava on a day trip? Here's why it's worth a stop, plus a number of immersive things to do with some wine mixed in. I’ve mentioned before that I was fortunate…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Jun 2022 · Guide

Collio: One of the Most Unique White Wine Regions in the World

Invited by Consorzio Collio and IEEM to experience the Italian region of Collio DOC, I was thrilled and curious at the prospect of learning about a wine region of which I was unfamiliar. Anticipating…

By Cindy Rynning · Updated Sep 2023 · Guide

Discover Australia’s Best Wine Regions & How to Visit

Australian Wine Regions: 65 Sub-Regions, Over 2,500 Wineries to Visit Recently, Wine Australia took to the States with a “Far From Ordinary” roadshow. The event, which housed the largest collection of Australian wineries under…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Dec 2024 · Guide

Finger Lakes Itinerary: How To Spend a Long Weekend in Seneca Lake

The Finger Lakes of New York State have long been a vacation spot for downstaters and for Western New Yorkers. Named for the long, narrow lakes that run north-south in the center of the…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Apr 2024 · Guide

Friday Feature – Barnstormer Winery: A Unique Approach to Winemaking in the Finger Lakes

“The Finger Lakes is the Finger Lakes. We are not California, although I do love West coast wines. We’re cool climate, meaning shorter growing seasons, higher acid, food friendly wines, renowned whites and unique,…

By Adrian Prieto · Updated Aug 2024 · Winery Guide

Haunted Wineries, Hotels & Attractions in the Finger Lakes

Haunted Wine Tasting Experiences in the Finger Lakes There’s something romantic about the Finger Lakes in the Fall. The leaves slowly change from bright green to intense red and orange hues, vineyards are alive…

By Kate Meyers Emery · Updated Sep 2023 · Winery Guide

Here’s How to Go Wine Tasting in Pennsylvania in 2026

If you think the story of American wine is told only through the vineyards of California, Washington, Oregon, or the cellars of upstate New York, it's time to pour a glass and turn your…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jan 2026 · Tour Guide

How To Explore Ontario Wine Country: What To Eat, What To Drink & Where To Stay

Ontario: yours to discover. Those three words on provincial license plates go beyond a mere tourism tagline and reach into the spirit of exploration found in the wine regions. The province has grown grapes…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Jan 2024 · Guide

How To Explore the Finger Lakes Wine Region According to a Master Sommelier

The Finger Lakes wine region is an interesting area and it has the potential to produce stunning wines due to the climate. It sits on that border between possible and impossible when it comes…

By Christopher P. Bates, MS · Updated Oct 2022 · Guide

How To Have a Vegan-Friendly Wine Adventure in the Finger Lakes

When we think of the word 'vegan,' we most often think about food. After all, it's pretty clear if food is made with animal products or not, right?  Of course, it's not that simple.…

By Kate Meyers Emery · Updated Oct 2022 · Guide

Hudson Valley Wine Trail Itinerary: Best Wineries & Hotels

The Hudson Valley has been an area for New York City dwellers to shake off some city living for eons. These days with domestic travel being so hot, it’s become a popular destination for…

By Carrie Dykes · Updated Sep 2023 · Winery Guide

Learn About Domaine LeSeurre – A French Winery in the Finger Lakes

“We would much rather skip a vintage than to produce a wine just for the sake of having it available. For example, we have only produced vintages of Pinot Noir in 2012, 2016, and…

By Adrian Prieto · Updated Aug 2024 · Winery Guide

Meet Jeff Dill: Owner & Winemaker at JR Dill Winery in the Finger Lakes

It was an uncharacteristically warm day in February when I first walked into JR Dill Winery. Winetraveler had a special breakfast tasting appointment with the owner, Jeff Dill. We were greeted with mimosas and…

By Kristy Wenz · Updated Oct 2022 · Winery Guide

Mosel Wine Region: Wine Tasting, Wineries & Tours 2026

Mosel Wine Region Germany: Wine Tasting Visitor's Guide for 2026 Nestled in the enchanting landscapes of western Germany, the Mosel wine region is an ideal #Winetraveler destination that offers a rich blend of tradition,…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jan 2026 · Tour Guide

North Adriatic Wine & Travel Guide: Exploring Italy, Slovenia & Croatia

Let’s explore the North Adriatic. I am referring to the northernmost part of the Adriatic Sea, which is a section of the Mediterranean Sea located between the Italian Peninsula to the west and the…

By Allison Levine · Updated Feb 2025 · Guide

Old World Wine in the Finger Lakes: A Journey through France, Here in the Finger Lakes

In the wine world, we often hear people talk about the Old World or the New World... but what does that even mean? The simplest way to think about it is: The Old World…

By Adrian Prieto · Updated Oct 2022 · Guide

Pairing Wine with Asian Food: Top Sommeliers Discuss Their Favorites

How to Pair Wine with Asian Food Asian cuisine comprises flavor profiles that run the gamut from sweet, spicy, sour, salty, bitter to umami—with many dishes combining several in one. The expanse and combinations…

By Cheryl Tiu · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Road Trip From Asturias to Cantabria: Spain’s Stunning Northern Coastline

Featured: A glimpse of what you can expect along the Costa Verde near Castro Urdiales in Cantabria, Spain. In the middle of the 20th century, Spain built a tourist industry and an economy on…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Feb 2024 · Guide

Sparkling Wine vs. Champagne: What’s the Difference?

In the world of bubbles, it’s important to note that Champagne is just one type of sparkling wine. Real Champagne must come from Champagne, France for it to be labeled as such on the bottle. Any other sparkling wine isn’t…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Top Wine Country Wellness Retreats Around The World

Editor's Note: This travel guide to various wine country resorts and wellness retreats around the world is part of our ongoing series focusing on luxury accommodation and wine experiences in various countries and cities.…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Try Drinking These Wines During Christmas and the Holiday Season

Seasonal Sips: A Curated Selection of the Best Wines for the Holidays The holidays are upon us, and for many, it's been a very different year. It's fair to say that we all deserve…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Try These Sparkling Wines from Around the World

We are bubbling over to share these selections with you! The world is full of Sparkling Wines that don’t get as much love as Champagne, Cava and Prosecco. As a traveling community, we are always…

By Carrie Dykes · Updated Jun 2023 · Guide

Ultimate Niagara-on-the-Lake Wine Tasting Guide: Best Wine Tours, Wineries, Hotels, Eats & Attractions

The beauty of the Ontario Wine Region is the result of the work done by Nature 12,000 years ago. A massive glacier raked across the entire region, shaping not only the topography of the…

By Pamela & Gary Baker · Updated Jan 2026 · Tour Guide

Ultimate Wine & Cheese Pairing Guide: This Wine, That Cheese

Wine and Cheese Pairing Tips for Different Kinds of Wine Is there anything more classic than a wine and cheese pairing? They’re natural partners for each other and they’re the perfect way to start…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Sep 2023 · Guide

Understanding “Minerality” in Wine: A Practical Assessment

Defining Minerality and Mineral Flavors in Wine While there is no one true definition of minerality in wine, most professionals in the wine industry agree that "minerality" describes the "stony" or "earthy" nature of…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Apr 2023 · Guide

Unique Grape Varieties in the Finger Lakes

Going Beyond Riesling in the Finger Lakes When we think of Finger Lakes wines,  Riesling and Cabernet Franc immediately come to mind. These two can be considered the flagship grapes of the region since…

By Kate Meyers Emery · Updated Oct 2022 · Guide

Vegan Wine Guide: Answers to Common Questions & Recommendations

Plant-based eating is growing in popularity and, with it, the demand for vegan wine is increasing. While most people assume that wine is—by default—free of animal products, the actual situation is a bit more…

By Margot Bigg · Updated Jun 2023 · Guide

What is Ice Wine? (Eiswein): A Quick Guide

Ok, so this guide may not be so quick. But depending on your interest in Ice Wine, we've included a Table of Contents below to help you find the information you need quickly. This…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Sep 2023 · Guide

What’s the Best White Wine to Pair With Seafood?

Today, Nicholas Daddona — New England-based sommelier and Wine Director for the Boston Wine & Food Festival — shares some of the best white wine with seafood pairings. Could you explain some of your favorite…

By Nicholas Daddona · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Wine Tasting Dubrovnik: Wine Tours, Bars & Wineries Nearby

The walled city and UNESCO World Heritage site of Dubrovnik is one of Croatia's most impressive destinations. The medieval town is encapsulated by ancient walls and home to towering fortresses, rocky cove beaches and…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2025 · Tour Guide

Wines for Thanksgiving: Guide to Choosing Perfect Pairings

Thanksgiving day is near, and with it comes probably the most frequently asked question in the wine world: What wines should we have with Thanksgiving dinner? The good news is that there is a…

By Jamie Metzgar · Updated Nov 2023 · Guide