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Growing grapes and a winery over time
Not every Finger Lake winery is "on the maps" that are widely distributed so relying solely on that piece of paper might mean you are...
landlodder63
Jan 9, 20222 min read
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From distributor to Vintner
Perfect for a summer day, Carso Rosso Winery hits all notes with its array of wines.
landlodder63
Sep 19, 20212 min read
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September=Harvest at Ohio Vineyards
You've just uncorked a bottle of your favorite wine from an Ohio Winery & Vineyard ... Where did it come from?
landlodder63
Sep 12, 20212 min read
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A "Toast" to New Beginnings
The pandemic kept Madam and I from travelling to the Finger Lakes region of New York in 2020 so we were especially looking forward to our...
landlodder63
Aug 11, 20212 min read
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Hometown Advantage
From sweet beginnings to dry endings, Hanover Winery offers wines for every palate.
landlodder63
Jul 21, 20213 min read
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Doing what you love
Many Ohio wineries got their start in the basement, the kitchen, the garage or wherever the owners first started making wine for...
landlodder63
Mar 23, 20212 min read
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Surprise to me!
I don't like mead. A friend gave us a bottle years ago that came from a renaissance festival and I don't like mead. We visited an Ohio...
landlodder63
Mar 8, 20213 min read
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Name drew us in; wine made us stay
Don't miss this winery, conveniently located on the main route for both Amish country and the Mohican River recreation area.
landlodder63
Feb 7, 20212 min read
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Gateway to great vintages
Located just south of Wooster, Troutman Vineyards and Winery is right on the edge of both the Mohican River region and Ohio's Amish...
landlodder63
Jan 29, 20212 min read
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Found our Wine Time
Frequently, Madam and I visit a winery that we wish was closer to our backyard. Such was the case with Lincoln Way Vineyards in Wooster,...
landlodder63
Jan 25, 20212 min read
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And the Central Ohio winner is ...
In this past year of uncertainty, closings and new normals, let's take a moment to celebrate a local winery duo on their award! Rockside...
landlodder63
Jan 6, 20211 min read
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Little Bit of Wine in My Backyard
It is easy to get caught up in the daily routine and visit the same, familiar wineries each week or month. Madam Ambassador guilted me...
landlodder63
Aug 18, 20192 min read
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Prejean offers welcoming atmosphere
The tone of a winery is set the moment you walk in the door. At Prejean Winery, that tone is friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. This...
landlodder63
Oct 5, 20182 min read
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Favorite Finger Lakes Winery
When you visit 24 wineries in 4 days, the memorable ones have to be really special to stand out from the pack. Such was the case when...
landlodder63
Sep 3, 20182 min read
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Best Wine Label in Finger Lakes
When you are visiting an area known for wineries, and offering more than 70 to choose from, it can be difficult for a winery to set...
landlodder63
Sep 3, 20182 min read
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A Gem in Ashtabula County
Before we move from the Lake Erie Wine Trail to the Finger Lakes region of New York, I wanted to bring us back to our true purpose,...
landlodder63
Sep 2, 20182 min read
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Last 2 Pennsylvania wineries
After a great dinner, Madam and I decided to hit 2 more wineries on the way back to the campground. Our first stop was Mazza Vineyards, a...
landlodder63
Aug 28, 20182 min read
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Two Before Dinner
When you have the entire day to visit wineries and they are only a few miles from each other it is easy to try to stop at all of them....
landlodder63
Aug 25, 20182 min read
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Tasting Room with Personality
After visiting more than 100 tasting rooms in Ohio and other states, it takes a lot to amaze us when it comes to decor. Lakeview Wine...
landlodder63
Aug 21, 20182 min read
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On to the next stop
Our next stop on the Lake Erie Wine Trail was Courtyard Winery, conveniently located right on U.S. 20, known in the area as West Main...
landlodder63
Aug 17, 20182 min read
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