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Tag Archives: Fjord Vineyards
At the 2026 (and Last?) Hudson Valley Wine Competition, Whitecliff and Benmarl Dominate Awards
At the 2026 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition (HVWSC) last month in Rhinebeck, the event immediately took on an elegiac quality before the first wine was even poured. Longtime organizer Debbie Gioquindo kicked off the event by announcing that … Continue reading
Hudson Valley Wineries Stand Out at 2026 NY Wine Classic
At the recent 2026 New York Wine Classic, the annual “Oscars” of NY State’s wine industry, Hudson River Region (HRR) wineries showed well, punching above their weight. Two wineries especially stood out with their top accolades: Millbrook Vineyard & Winery’s … Continue reading
At the 2023 NY Wine Classic, Hudson Valley Cab Franc (again) Struck Gold
By Christopher Matthews At last month’s New York Wine Classic 2023, New York State’s annual wine “Oscars” competition, there was both good — and less good — news for the Hudson Valley (HV). On the slightly disappointing side (based on … Continue reading
Fjord, Hudson-Chatham and Cab Franc: Big Winners at 2019 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition
By Christopher Matthews On a beautiful early September day at the Dutchess County Fairgounds this past Saturday, the Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition (HVWSC) once again took place. As usual, some results were expected, some were surprising, but overall, the judging experience … Continue reading
Whitecliff’s “Olana” Cab Franc Strikes Gold at NY Wine Classic
By Christopher Matthews At a recent — and first-ever — group tasting of the Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition (HVCFC) wineries, one of my standout wines was Whitecliff Vineyards‘ 2017 Olana Vineyard Cabernet Franc. It seems that I am not alone in … Continue reading
A Big First: HV Cab Franc Coalition Showcases New Releases & Cellar Gems
By Christopher Matthews In its first-ever group tasting, the Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition (HVCFC) kicked off with an impressive bang on 30 May 2019, hosted by Nostrano Vineyards in its picturesque, wine-country setting. The eight legacy coalition members — … Continue reading
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Tagged Benmarl Winery, Cabernet Franc, Fjord Vineyards, Glorie Farm Winery, Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition, Hudson Valley Wine, Milea Estate Vineyards, Millbrook Vineyard and Winery, Nostrano Vineyards, Robibero Family Vineyard, Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery
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2018 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition: Benmarl Sweeps Top Awards
By Christopher Matthews One year ago, Benmarl Winery shared the coveted Winery of the Year award (with Tousey Winery) at the 2017 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition (HVWSC). At the 2018 HV competition, held this past Saturday in Rhinebeck, … Continue reading
Hudson Valley Cab Franc Takes Flight
By Christopher Matthews For well over a decade, there has been a growing consensus among winemakers in the Hudson Valley (HV) that Cabernet Franc is the best red vinifera grape variety for the region. As an observer of the local wine scene, … Continue reading
2017 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competion: Whitecliff Wins Big…
By Christopher Matthews …with its 2016 Vidal Blanc from the Hudson River Region (HRR)! Not only did Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery win Best in Show with its Vidal Blanc, but it also took Best Overall Hudson Valley Wine (using Hudson Valley fruit) … Continue reading
Hudson River Region’s Fjord Vineyards Wins Best Cabernet Franc in New York
By Christopher Matthews Following up on its stellar performance at the 2016 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition, where it swept most of the top awards, Fjord Vineyards, located in Marlboro, NY, recently won the “Best Cabernet Franc” at the 2017 … Continue reading
