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At the 2023 NY Wine Classic, Hudson Valley Cab Franc (again) Struck Gold

Posted on August 22, 2023 by upstatedowntown

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 →

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Whitecliff Tops Field at 2022 Hudson Valley Wine & Spirits Competition

Posted on September 13, 2022 by upstatedowntown

Most things change, and very few stay the same. But a dependable constant in the Hudson Valley wine scene has been — and remains — the quality and excellence of Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery. Whitecliff owners Michael Migliore and Yancey Stanforth-Migliore … Continue reading →

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A Big First: HV Cab Franc Coalition Showcases New Releases & Cellar Gems

Posted on June 6, 2019 by upstatedowntown

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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