Cayuga Lake
The original wine trail — and a foodie destination anchored by Ithaca.
Cayuga's Wine Trail (established 1983) was America's first. Routes 89 and 90 trace the western and eastern shores; the south end runs into Ithaca's restaurant scene.
15 wineries on this lake.
Sheldrake Point Winery
Cayuga Lake
Lakefront estate on Cayuga's west shore widely considered Cayuga Lake's top producer; known for dry Riesling, Rose and Ice Wine.
- Dry Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- Rose
- Ice Wine
Americana Vineyards
Cayuga Lake
Family-owned winery and Crystal Lake Cafe on Cayuga's west side; broad lineup of vinifera, hybrids and fruit wines.
- Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- fruit wines
- sweet reds
Bet the Farm Winery
Cayuga Lake
Boutique, woman-owned winery between Ithaca and Trumansburg with a focus on small-batch, expressive Finger Lakes wines.
- Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- Pinot Noir
- Gewurztraminer
Buttonwood Grove Winery
Cayuga Lake
Hillside winery overlooking Cayuga Lake with on-site cabins; NY Governor's Cup winner with a relaxed tasting experience.
- Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- Vignoles
- sparkling
Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery
Cayuga Lake
Estate winery in a historic 1865 barn on Cayuga's west side; known for Cabernet Franc and an adopt-a-vine program.
- Cabernet Franc
- Riesling
- Chardonnay
- hybrid wines
Goose Watch Winery
Cayuga Lake
Lakefront winery in a restored chestnut grove on Cayuga's east side; specializes in less-common varietals like Lemberger and Traminette.
- Traminette
- Lemberger
- Pinot Grigio
- sparkling Diamond
Hosmer Winery
Cayuga Lake
Family-owned estate on Cayuga's west shore; consistent award-winner with a long-standing reputation for Cabernet Franc and Riesling.
- Cabernet Franc
- Riesling
- Chardonnay
- Lemberger
Knapp Winery & Vineyard Restaurant
Cayuga Lake
Estate winery, restaurant and grappa distillery on Cayuga's west side; one of the few Finger Lakes producers making true brandies.
- Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- Chardonnay
- brandy
Long Point Winery
Cayuga Lake
Estate winery on Cayuga's east side with an Italian varietal emphasis; small-production reds and an on-site bistro.
- Syrah
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Sangiovese
- Riesling
Lucas Vineyards
Cayuga Lake
The first winery established on Cayuga Lake; family-run with a fun, approachable lineup including the popular Tug Boat wines.
- Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- Tug Boat blends
- sparkling
Montezuma Winery
Cayuga Lake
Winery, meadery and Hidden Marsh Distillery at the north end of Cayuga Lake; known for honey wines and fruit wines.
- Mead
- fruit wines
- Riesling
- spirits
Six Mile Creek Vineyard
Cayuga Lake
Ithaca-area winery and distillery just south of Cayuga Lake; produces wines, vodka and grappa from estate fruit.
- Riesling
- Cayuga White
- Pinot Noir
- spirits
Swedish Hill Winery
Cayuga Lake
Large, popular Cayuga Lake winery with one of the broadest portfolios in the region; now part of the Martin Family Wineries group.
- Riesling
- Cayuga White
- sparkling
- sweet wines
Thirsty Owl Wine Company
Cayuga Lake
Lakefront winery on Cayuga's west side with a bistro and broad varietal lineup including a notable Snow Owl ice wine.
- Snow Owl ice wine
- Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- Pinot Noir
Treleaven Wines (King Ferry Winery)
Cayuga Lake
Cayuga east-side estate known for Chardonnay; one of the region's most consistent producers of barrel-fermented whites.
- Chardonnay
- Riesling
- Cabernet Franc
- Pinot Noir