FINGER LAKES, N.Y. (WROC) — Celebrations are in order for New York’s Winery of the Year — Weis Vineyards — and it’s not that long of a drive from Rochester.
Peter Weis owns and operates Weis Vineyards in Hammondsport with his wife, Ashlee. This year, they were named New York State Winery of the Year at the 39th Annual New York Wine Classic. They beat out the competition in two categories: “Best White Wine” for their 2024 Grüner Veltliner, and “Best Pink Wine” with their Dry Rosé.
“We are absolutely stunned and still shocked,” said Weis, “because it’s the third time in four years. So, we are quite excited.”…