Sip and Cinema: A Romantic Night with 'A Walk in the Clouds' and Swedish Hill's Blue Waters Pinot Noir
Published March 19, 2024
Hey there, wine enthusiasts and movie buffs! Today, we're diving into a delightful pairing that's sure to elevate your evening: "A Walk in the Clouds" paired with Swedish Hill's Blue Waters Pinot Noir. So, grab a glass, some fine dark chocolates, and let's indulge in this exquisite combination. F...
A Perfect Pairing: The Princess Bride, Chocolate Pretzel Peanut Cookies, and Six Mile Creek Red Wine
Published March 13, 2024
Hello, fellow movie and wine enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the magical world of "The Princess Bride" while indulging in a delectable treat and a delicious wine pairing that will make your movie night truly unforgettable. "The Princess Bride" holds a special place in the hearts of many, wi...
Love Notes: Pairing 'The Notebook' with Buttonwood Grove's Gewürztraminer, and Mango Salsa - A Trio to Savor!
Published March 5, 2024
Hey there, movie buffs and wine enthusiasts! Today, let's talk about a perfect trio that will tantalize your taste buds and tug at your heartstrings. We're diving into the timeless classic film "The Notebook", pairing it with a bubbly Gewürztraminer, and adding a zesty twist with some delicious mang...
A Classic Pairing: When Harry Met Sally, Thirsty Owl's Semi-Dry Riesling, and Apple Pie à la Mode
Published February 22, 2024
Welcome, movie buffs and wine enthusiasts, to a delightful rendezvous where the silver screen meets the palate! Today, we're diving into the timeless romantic comedy "When Harry Met Sally" and exploring its perfect pairing with a semi-dry Riesling from Thirsty Owl Wine Co., accompanied by the iconic...
A Cinematic Affair: My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Montezuma's Bubbly Pink Moscato Elegance, and Baklava Bliss
Published February 13, 2024
Hey there, movie buffs and wine lovers! Today, we're diving into the delightful world of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" and pairing it with the bubbly goodness of Pink Moscato from Montezuma Winery, along with some mouthwatering Baklava. So, grab your favorite snacks, and let's get started! My Big Fa...
Movie Night Magic: 'Made of Honor' and Lucas Vineyards Extra Dry Sparkling Wine
Published February 6, 2024
Hey movie buffs and wine enthusiasts! Let's talk about the rom-com classic, "Made of Honor," and how it pairs perfectly with Lucas Vineyards Extra Dry Sparkling Wine alongside mini spinach, feta, and bacon quiches. "Made of Honor" is a delightful tale of friendship and love, starring Patrick Demp...
Toast to Friendship and Romance: Pairing 'My Best Friend's Wedding' with Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery's Dry Riesling and a Personalized Charcuterie Board
Published January 30, 2024
Hey, movie buffs and wine lovers! Today, let's talk about the timeless classic, "My Best Friend's Wedding," and how it pairs perfectly with Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery's Dry Riesling, accompanied by a personalized charcuterie board. "My Best Friend's Wedding": A Tale of Love, Laughter, and Life Le...
An Evening of Elegance: "Pretty Woman," Knapp Winery Merlot, and Homemade Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Published January 19, 2024
Hello wine enthusiasts and film aficionados! Today, we're curating an exquisite evening that combines the timeless charm of "Pretty Woman" with the sophisticated notes of Knapp Winery Merlot and the indulgent pleasure of homemade chocolate-covered strawberries. About "Pretty Woman": Step into...
A Cozy Evening with Bridget Jones, Pinot Gris, and Baked Brie
Published January 9, 2024
Hey, movie buffs and wine enthusiasts! Today, let's dive into the delightful world of "Bridget Jones's Diary," a classic rom-com that never fails to bring laughter and warmth. Now, imagine pairing this cinematic gem with a glass of Americana Vineyards Pinot Gris and a heavenly homemade baked brie to...
A Perfect Trio - "I Love You, Man," Sauvignon Blanc, and Homemade Lemon Bars
Published January 2, 2024
Hey film aficionados and wine enthusiasts! Today, let's delve into the world of "I Love You, Man," a hilarious 'bromance' comedy that's bound to tickle your funny bone. Now, imagine kicking back with this cinematic gem, a glass of Hosmer Winery's Sauvignon Blanc, and some zesty homemade lemon bars....
14 Ways to Make Your Memorial Day The Best With Cayuga Lake Wines
Published May 20, 2020
Memorial Day is the unofficial start to summer and it’s safe to say that this year it’ll be a unique one. Normally, we’d gather on the streets in masses to watch our local high school marching bands and community members parade to honor those who died serving our country. And somewhere on our 3-day...
Raising the Barre on Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Published April 16, 2020
April 16, 2020 Seneca Falls, NY — Montezuma Winery is once again proud to announce its partnership with Hope for Heather to support ovarian cancer awareness. This year’s Hope dry rosé is fresh and complex, with aromas of strawberry, pink grapefruit, lychee and gentle hints of mint. Tags attached...
Harvest 2019 Update
Published October 2, 2019
How is Harvest? By Katherine Chase Though they can usually be found in the vineyard, or on a crush pad checking on the progress, I was able to track down a few of the owners to get an answer to the age-old question: How is harvest? The first order of business in answering this question is to...
Summer Fun on the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail
Published June 1, 2018
Warm weather is here to stay, and I couldn’t be more excited about what that means for the wine trail. In the vineyards, it means the workers went from bundling up head to toe, to going home with a farmers tan. The vines themselves have all gone through the bud break stage and we’re starting to s...
Planning Your Group Wine Tour
Published May 4, 2018
You have decided to go on a group wine tour. So what’s next? Step 1) Set the date! There’s no bad time to go wine tasting. Be sure to check-out our 14 wineries list of events here. Step 2) Pick a spot. Determine your pick-up and drop-off spot where everyone can leave their...
More to Wine than Grapes
Published April 2, 2018
It’s common knowledge that wine is made from grapes. The wineries on Cayuga Lake that distill products even use grapes in their liquors. But, there’s other fruit wines- are those also made from grapes? I decided to dive into the ‘non grape-wine’ world and see what kind of facts I could dig up....
Women in Wine on the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail
Published March 2, 2018
Mar 02, 2018 March is Women’s History month and being so close to Seneca Falls, the birthplace of Women’s rights, it feels appropriate to write about some of the women on Cayuga Lake. It begins with the Lucas Family, who runs the oldest winery along Cayuga Lake, and the founder, Ruth Lucas, wa...
A Day in the Life…
Published January 2, 2018
“I bet you get to drink wine all day every day!” is something I hear almost weekly regarding my job with the Wine Trail. No, I don’t get to drink wine all day, but I do get to experience some pretty neat stuff when I’m not diligently working at my office. And admittedly, I do drink wine...
What Goes into a Bottle of Wine?
Published November 2, 2017
Like many of you, when I first started drinking wine, I didn’t know much about it. I knew what color it was and if it was sweet or dry, but only because I had tasted it, certainly not because I had any wine knowledge. After starting with the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail, the information that I’ve learned...
Nearly-Spring Updates from the Trail
Published February 27, 2017
We’re all recovering from a knockout Mardi Gras Celebration here on the Trail. The Cayuga Lake Wine Trail brought Bourbon Street to Upstate New York, and we celebrated in true Trail Event style. Beads were flying, several people were decked out in their finest party attire and the Louisi...