The Finger Lakes region of New York has a rich history of winemaking that dates back to the early 19th century. The region's winemaking journey began in 1829 when Reverend William Bostwick planted the first grapevines in Hammondsport, primarily for sacramental wine and table grapes. However, it wasn't until the mid-19th century that commercial winemaking began to take root. ...
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- August 02, 2024
- Visit Bellwether Wine Cellars in the Finger Lakes, New York.
- Kelby James Russell attended Harvard University receiving his BA in Government with a minor in Economics. Having learned enough to develop a healthy dislike for both disciplines, he returned home to New York's Finger Lakes to master the craft of wine.