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Lake Erie Wine Region, New York

Lake Erie’s wine district runs along the lake’s shoreline in western New York, an area long known locally as the Chautauqua district after the county it sits within. The lake itself extends the growing season measurably, holding onto summer warmth into autumn while also buffering the vines against early frost damage. Concord grapes built the region’s reputation for volume decades ago, but a newer generation of growers has pushed the district toward genuine cool-climate quality. A directory of Lake Erie’s wineries, with contact information, follows below.

Lake Erie Wine Region at a Glance

Location – Western New York State along the shore of Lake Erie, historically known as the Chautauqua wine district.
Climate – Cool continental, moderated by Lake Erie, which extends the growing season and protects against frost.
Soils – Fertile lakeside soils supporting some 30,000 acres of vineyards.
Known for – One of America’s oldest and largest grape-growing regions, historically centred on Concord grapes and now home to award-winning cool-climate wineries.

What Makes Lake Erie Wines Distinctive?

The Lake Erie region, originally known as Chautauqua, has been growing grapes since the 19th century and remains one of America’s largest grape-growing areas by acreage. While Concord grapes for juice and jelly still dominate total plantings, a genuine wine industry has flourished alongside them, producing Cabernet Franc, Riesling and Chardonnay from cool-climate sites, plus distinctive hybrid varieties like Noiret and Chambourcin that thrive in the lake-moderated climate.

Lake Erie Grape Varieties and Wine Styles

Cabernet Franc – A leading red variety suited to the cool lakeside climate.
Riesling – Produces crisp, aromatic whites in the region’s best sites.
Vidal Blanc – The basis for the region’s celebrated sweet ice wines.
Noiret and Chambourcin – Hardy hybrid varieties well suited to the climate.

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Finding Lake Erie Wine

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Wine Regions Near Lake Erie

New York Wine Regions – the hub page for all New York regions.
Finger Lakes – New York’s largest wine region to the east.
Hudson River – a historic cool-climate region further east.
Long Island – the state’s maritime-influenced wine region.

Lake Erie Wine Region FAQs

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Where is the Lake Erie wine region?

Western New York State along the shore of Lake Erie, historically known as the Chautauqua district.

What grapes does Lake Erie grow?

Concord dominates total acreage for juice and jelly, but a genuine wine industry produces Cabernet Franc, Riesling, Chardonnay and hybrid varieties like Noiret and Chambourcin.

What is Lake Erie ice wine?

A sweet dessert wine made from Vidal Blanc grapes frozen naturally on the vine, a specialty of the region.

Woodbury Vineyards Inc.

Fredonia New York United States of America

Recipient of the "Best Northern Hemisphere Chardonnay" award along with multiple other gold silver and bronze awards, this 100 year old vineyard offer the Adopt a Barrel Programme allowing enthusiast to enjoy the many benefits that come with being "Barrel Parents"
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Vetter Vineyards Winery

Westfield Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Warm Lake Estate

Lockport Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Schloss Doepken Winery

Ripley Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Roberian Vineyards

Forestville Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Mogen David Wine Corp.

Westfield Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Chiappone Cellars Winery

Newfane Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Blueberry Sky Farm Winery

Ripley Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Willow Creek Winery

Silver Creek Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Vizcarra Vineyards at Becker Farms

Gasport Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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21 Brix Winery

Portland Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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The Winery at Marjim Manor

Appleton Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Quincy Cellars

Ripley Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Niagara Landing Wine Cellars Inc.

Lockport Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Merritt Estate Winery

Forestville Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Mayer Bros.

West Seneca Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Liberty Vineyards & Winery

Sheridan Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Johnson Estate Winery

Westfield Lake Erie New York, United States of America

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Eveningside Vineyards

Cambria Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Chateau Niagra Winery

Newfane Lake Erie New York, United States of America
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Lake Erie Wine Region, New York

Lake Erie Wine Region at a Glance

What Makes Lake Erie Wines Distinctive?

Lake Erie Grape Varieties and Wine Styles

Explore Lake Erie Wineries and Cellar Doors

Finding Lake Erie Wine

Wine Regions Near Lake Erie

Lake Erie Wine Region FAQs

Where is the Lake Erie wine region?

What grapes does Lake Erie grow?

What is Lake Erie ice wine?

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