Finger Lakes Special Wine Events

Experience a curated selection of winery partners based on your pick-up location and availability. These tours are hand-selected partners who are available in the winter to warm you from the inside out with their beautiful wines and views. Enjoy what you have some to expect from Experience! The Finger Lakes: 3 wineries, an immersive experience at one of them, curated tasting experiences, local food pairings, and lunch. You may see some special tours offered in the winter through this listing as well!

This half-day tour features all the best that our classic tours have to offer, from stunning views to exquisite wines. Visit three wineries, explore their vineyards and/or production facilities, and enjoy enhanced, private tastings with selected experiential pairings.

This guided tour will include our winery partners from our main season Cayuga West or Across Seneca tours. Selected wineries for specific days will be determined based on availability and guest pick up locations. Once the wineries are chosen, they will be listed in the heading of the tour.

Join one of our local naturalists on a 1.5-hour guided exploration of Taughannock Falls State Park, Cascadilla Gorge or Robert Treman State Park. Taughannock Falls is available most of the year, other options are seasonal.

Our most popular Seneca Lake tour focuses on three wineries that produce beautifully crafted vinifera wines on the eastern shores of Seneca Lake, along with a unique tasting and lunch experience.

Taste a wonderful array of wine and learn about the history of the Finger Lakes on this wine tour with lunch. Satisfy your palate and curiosity as you explore some wineries on Cayuga Lake.

This tour gives guests the opportunity to experience some of the best wine in Upstate New York. You will visit wineries on either side of Seneca Lake on this full day tour with lunch.

Two wineries. Owners Perspectives. Extended visits. Expanded Tastings. Artisan Foods. And a beer tasting flight with lunch at a local craft brewery! Eastside of Cayuga Lake is known for its hidden treasures. Come discover them with us on this exclusive tour.

This one-of-a-kind, full-day tour combines the two delights of west cayuga lake: our gorges and waterfalls and our world-class wines.

This tour celebrates the coming of age of Finger Lakes wines by visiting the wineries of two renowned international winemakers: Paul Hobbs and Louis Barruol.  Enjoy an immersive guided tasting of their wines, then complete the day with an private tasting at Red Newt Cellars.

Experience some of the best wine from the region! This tour highlights wineries on both Cayuga and Seneca Lake.

Join us on this special full-day tour to discover quality wine producers along the northwestern shores of Seneca Lake, explore their commitment to the wine-making process, and taste the end results.

This is no ordinary stroll! Explore the wonders of Ithaca’s rich natural and cultural heritage on this guided walking tour of the city’s landmarks and parks.

This curated itinerary introduces you to three premium producers on the westside of Cayuga Lake. We design and book for you elevated and immersive tasting experiences at Buttonwood Grove Winery, Six Eighty Cellars and Bet the Farm Winery. We provide recommendations for lunch and transportation.

This curated tour features premium experiences at three stellar wineries in the Banana Belt on Seneca Lake on Saturdays. Your itinerary includes reservations at Silver Thread Vineyard, Ria’s Wines and Damiani Wine Cellars incorporating immersive time in the vineyards and elevated tasting experiences. Lunch and transportation recommendations are provided.

This curated tour features premium experiences at two premium producers on Keuka Lake showcasing creative food & wine pairings. The day includes the award-winning 1886 pairing experience at Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, and a private tasting at Heron Hill Winery.

This curated tour features premium experiences at three stellar wineries on Seneca Lake on Saturdays. Your itinerary includes reservations at Lakewood Vineyards, Damiani Wine Cellars and Silver Thread Vineyard incorporating immersive time in the vineyards and elevated tasting experiences. Lunch and transportation recommendations are provided.

This special curated tour features three premium experiences during the winter months (February through end of April). All three locations are accessible from Watkins Glen, Ithaca, Geneva and East Cayuga. You will start with your first appointment at 11:00 am. You will have light food options at each winery to enjoy with your wine selections. You have the option to drive yourself or book with one of our recommended transportation companies.

Join certified sommelier and Tompkins Cortland Community College wine professor Laura Winter Falk, PhD, at La Tourelle Hotel and Spa in Ithaca as she demystifies French wine by guiding you through a weekly journey the great wine regions of France!!

Our top offering for in-person experiences! Top regional chefs and certified sommelier Laura Winter Falk team up for an elegant presentation of Finger Lakes food and wine over a globally inspired, multi-course meal of fine dining and cuisine.

Learn all there is to know about wine from our Certified Sommelier Laura Winter Falk, including what you are tasting in a wine, the different types of wine that are out there, and pairing food with wine.

Laura hosts a sit-down wine and food presentation featuring a flight of Finger Lakes wines paired with cheese, chocolate, charcuterie, artisan bites, or chef-created mediterranean appetizers.

Go from station to station to sample beverages and artisan bites, and receive guided “bite-sized info” about the producers, the pairings, why they were chosen, and why they taste so delicious together.

This special curated tour features exclusive owner/winemaker-led experiences at two producers on the east side of Cayuga Lake visiting Constantia Wine and Long Point Winery.

Discover unique varietals, qvevri fermentation, and how this historic style is thriving in our own backyard. A must for wine lovers and adventurers alike!

Discover innovative pairings, cutting-edge techniques, and emerging flavors that are shaping the future of dining. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a food lover, or a hospitality professional, this engaging presentation will inspire your palate and elevate your knowledge. Cheers to great taste!

Indulge in authentic Peruvian flavors, expertly paired with hand-selected wines that enhance each dish. From fresh ceviche to savory lomo saltado, experience the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation.

Compare the elegance of Old World Rieslings with the vibrant character of Finger Lakes selections in this interactive virtual tasting. Guided by expert sommeliers, you’ll explore the nuances of each region’s terroir, flavor profiles, and winemaking styles.

Exciting, engaging and effective Finger Lakes wine promotion services for restaurants, hotels,  conventions, and festivals.

Enjoy a guided virtual pairing experience with Finger Lakes wines, local cheeses, and charcuterie right in your home. Get wine, cheese, and charcuterie delivered directly to your door.

This special curated tour features three premium experiences on northwest Seneca Lake on Sundays. Discover the history of  the Finger Lakes wine region with our owner and Sommelier at Once Finger Lakes. Experience a behind the scenes tour and tasting at Anthony Road Wine Company. Be guided through elevated wine and chocolate pairings at Billsboro. The day includes an upgraded tasting lunch at Once during your wine class. All three locations are only minutes from downtown Geneva, so either drive yourself or take advantage of our  transportation recommendations.

This tour celebrates the diversity of winemaking styles and varieties in the Finger Lakes, by showcasing some of the hottest new producers in the region that are utilizing low-intervention practices. Guided by our owner and Sommelier Laura Winter Falk on Cayuga and Seneca, and engage in  premium one-of-a-kind experiences at every stop.

Join Certified Sommelier Laura Winter Falk for a brand new weekly class exploring history through wine and cider. This class will be offered weekly on Sundays at Once Finger Lakes May through October.

Join Chef Samantha Buyskes and Sommelier Laura Winter Falk for this opportunity to learn about Georgian culture, food and wine, the link between Georgian wine and the Finger Lakes.  This will truly be a magical evening!

Join one of our local naturalists on a 1.5-hour guided exploration of the Cascadilla Gorge starting from downtown Ithaca.

Join Cornell Alum and Certified Sommelier, Laura Winter Falk (’87, ’95, ’97) and Finger Lakes Chef Scott Riesenberger for a multi-course paired tasting lunch featuring dishes created with alumni-made ingredients and paired with alumni-made wines, beer, cider and spirits!

SPECIAL FINE DINING WINE DINNER with Chef Scott Riesenberger and Sommelier Laura Winter Falk at Hound & Mare in downtown Ithaca.

Join Chef Samantha Buyskes as shares the flavors and culture of  traditional Mexican cuisine in this fun demonstration dinner. Sommelier Laura Winter Falk and special guest mixologists pair each course with crafted cocktails made tequila and mezcal, as well as some other favorite Mexican libations.

Join certified sommelier Laura Winter Falk as she guides you through a virtual pairing experience!

Sommelier Laura Winter Falk of Experience! The Finger Lakes and Kuukau Yomekpe of Asempe Kitchen come together to showcase food and wine trends in this engaging and fun presentation.  This event is part of the Ithaca Loves Teachers celebration, and is open to all!

Sommelier-Guided Wine Pairing Dinner Series

This Winter La Tourelle is offering a 3-part wine pairing dinner series with featured partners on January 21st, Feb 14th, and March 18th 2023! Join Chef Michael and Certified Sommelier Laura Winter Falk for a guided evening of fine cuisine and exquisite wines.

Join Chef Samantha Buyskes in exploring the flavors and culture of  South African cuisine in this fun demonstration dinner. Sommelier Laura Winter Falk pairs each course with selected South African wines that showcases the evolution of the country’s 300+ years of winemaking.

A one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined round-trip, 4-hour lake & land experience from Ithaca’s Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park.

Our newest Seneca Lake tour focuses on three wineries that produce beautifully crafted vinifera wines on the eastern shores of Seneca Lake, along with a unique tasting and lunch experience.

Enjoy a guided Finger Lakes wine and cheese pairing presentation in a stunning setting aboard the M/V Teal. Join sommelier and author Dr. Laura Winter Falk  for a fun and engaging wine pairing cruise. The perfect way to kick-off your reunion weekend!

Learn about Cayuga Lake and why its shores are dotted with vineyards. Explore four Finger Lakes wines paired with locally-crafted cheeses, learn the stories behind the producers of both, and discover the magic when wines and foods are paired with intention.

Cruise is 1.5 hours. There are no additional concessions sold on this cruise, so if there are members of your party who will not be participating in the tasting experience, they are welcome to bring their own beverages and snacks onboard.

Join us for this one-of-a-kind experience at the Hound & The Mare with Chef Scott Riesenberger and Sommelier Laura Winter Falk as they team up for an elegant presentation of food and wine over a globally inspired, multi-course meal of fine cuisine.

Join Certified Sommelier Laura Winter Falk as she guides you through a virtual pairing experience with fantastic Finger Lakes wines and authentic Georgian cheeses right to your home!

Taste Damiani’s award-winning red and white varietal wines paired with locally-made, hand-crafted chocolates. Learn about the area, wine, and history of wine making as you enjoy their curated tasting.

Receptive services for charter groups and motor coach tours interested in exploring the Finger Lakes. Itinerary development and step-on guide services to the wineries & other points of interest.

Did you ever wonder why different vintages of wine varietals taste different even when many variables remain constant? Our winemaker Colleen Lukas will help you answer those questions and more!

A fun, informative vineyard tour will be hosted by our vineyard/winery staff. After the tour, you can enjoy a glass of your favorite Bright Leaf Vineyard wine.

A leisurely cruise on the lake combined with tastings at some of the best wineries in the Finger Lakes!

A leisurely cruise on the lake combined with tastings at some of the best wineries in the Finger Lakes!

Enjoy a leisurely sightseeing cruise viewing the waterfalls, homes and beauty that is Cayuga Lake. A variety of options are available for a truly special evening on the lake.

The Teal is a large boat with plenty of space in the bow as well as the stern for two groups of people to enjoy a cruise in relative privacy.

Enjoy a private boat charter with just your own group on board! Let us help you host your special event aboard the M/V Teal.

Cruise by some of the osprey nesting sites and hopefully catch a glimpse of the parents and fledglings cruising above Cayuga’s waters during their annual mating season.

Nothing beats a sunset on the lake! Settle in for a relaxing cruise that features a light narration, music, or guest speakers & artists for engaging discussions about lake ecology, history and culture.

Watch this free video of Coravin Creator Greg Lambrecht and Sommelier Laura Winter Falk compare Finger Lakes wines with their Old World equivalents.

Head over to @ExperienceFLX’s IGTV channel on Instagram to view some of the free mini wine classes E!FLX owner, sommelier, and wine instructor, Laura Winter Falk offered this spring.

Free video presentation comparing Finger Lakes Riesling and Pinot Noir from Silver Thread Vineyards with their counterparts from Australia and New Zealand.

E!FLX presents this virtual wine tasting with cheese pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wine and local cheeses provided by Muranda Cheese Co.

Learn about the rich wine and food history of the Finger Lakes from certified sommelier Laura Winter Falk, PhD

Join us as we compare two Finger Lakes Rieslings from Silver Thread Vineyard with similarly styled Rieslings from Europe – Alsace and Germany!

For those who enjoy biking, this tour is a perfect introduction to many of the different natural and cultural faces of the City of Ithaca, featuring many places that cars can’t go!

A virtual cider, wine and spirits tasting with cheese pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes products paired with a selection of local cheeses provided by Finger Lakes Artisan Foods.

A virtual wine tasting & cheese pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wines that were Gold Medal winners in the 2021 NY Wine Classic and cheese/charcuterie by Finger Lakes Artisan Foods.

Join one of Silver Thread’s senior staff for a tour of our bio-intensive vineyard. Afterwards, enjoy a guided tasting of five estate-grown wines paired with local cheese Duration 60 minutes Description

Wine Cellar Tasting Room experience exploring a flight of 3-4 library and limited-edition wines specially selected by one of Silver Thread’s owner-winemakers

E!FLX presents this premium virtual wine tasting with cheese pairing experience featuring limited-release Finger Lakes wines.

E!FLX presents this virtual wine tasting with cheese pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wines that truly highlight the “art of the blend”.

E!FLX presents this special holiday virtual wine pairing experience featuring expertly-selected Finger Lakes wine and food pairings (and the stories behind them) by your favorite current tour guides.

E!FLX presents this special holiday virtual wine pairing experience featuring expertly-selected Finger Lakes wine and food pairings (and the stories behind them) by your favorite former tour guides.

E!FLX presents this virtual wine tasting with cheese pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wine and local cheeses provided by Muranda Cheese Company.

E!FLX presents this virtual wine tasting with cheese pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wine and local cheeses and chocolates provided by Triphammer Wines & Spirits, Muranda Cheese Company, and Preliminaires Chocolat.

E!FLX presents this virtual wine tasting with cheese pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wine and local cheeses provided by Muranda Cheese Company.

E!FLX presents this special one-day-only virtual wine and charcuterie experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wine and fresh, local charcuterie selections provided by The Piggery.

E!FLX presents this virtual wine tasting with chocolate pairing experience featuring sommelier-selected Finger Lakes wine and local chocolates provided by Preliminaires Chocolat.

A two-hour private tour & tasting with the Proprietor, Scott Bronstein. See the facility, wine production and newly planted estate vineyard with a focus on the history of Barnstormer and the Finger Lakes Wine Region.

Enjoy a 1.5-hour experience where you’ll start off tasting a couple of wines and get a detailed history of Barnstormer, the wines they produce and the Finger Lakes growing region as a whole.

E!FLX presents this virtual cheese and wine pairing experience featuring carefully paired Finger Lakes wine, local artisan cheese provided by Muranda Cheese Company,  along with some other special Finger Lakes accouterments.

The Cider, Wine, and Waterfalls Tour is the perfect excursion for guests who would like to experience the wonderful wines and natural beauty of our region.

Keuka Lake…where winemaking first began in the region over 150 years ago. It is the birthplace of the Finger Lakes wine industry and the home of wine innovation ever since.

Enjoy the sights and tastes of the west side of Cayuga Lake on this half-day guided tour. Visit three highly respected wineries and enjoy expert wine pairings against the backdrop of our beautiful region.

The western shores of Seneca Lake are home to some of the most beautifully crafted wines in the Finger Lakes. Learn about the people behind the wine, their authenticity, and their passion.

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These events have been postponed due to COVID-19 restrictions. Please send an email to [email protected] for more details.

The Chef and Sommelier team of Scott Riesenberger and Laura Winter Falk head to Rochester, NY for a one-of-a-kind  culinary and wine experience inspired by the bounty of the Finger Lakes.

Join us for a special prix fixe wine dinner at Maxie’s Supper Club, and see how the owner of Damiani Wine Cellars and certified sommelier Laura Falk fare when they go head-to-head with wines around the world!

Sample a flight of Silver Thread’s wines compared to similar wines from Provence and Bordeaux. Local cheeses will also be paired.

This tour combines our two shorter waterfalls and gorge tours into one fabulous day of Ithaca waterfalls and gorges, with beautiful Upstate NY scenery.

Enfield Gorge is a 1-mile loop hike through a spectacular gorge filled with flagstone stairs, bridges and of course, beautiful waterfalls.

Enjoy a narrated driving tour that features majestic waterfall views and colorful tales of the town’s history, culminating in a visit to Ithaca Falls.

Special Tour just for Cornell Alumni that explores craft cider and wine above the west side of Cayuga’s waters.

Explore fine Finger Lakes cider, wine, and locally sourced food as you learn about the region’s rich culinary history on this specially designed full-day tour along the western shores of Cayuga Lake.