Adirondack Winery’s Summer is over, New Wines on the Horizon

Hi Everyone,

Adirondack Winery's Customer Appreciation Wine Tasting Event

Sorry it’s been so darn long since my last post, I have just been so busy lately and just a bit worn out from this summer and fall; which by the way, Thanks so much to all of you for making it another great season for us!

First, I want to remind everyone that WE ARE OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND – Click here to check our website for hours.

Hopefully, I’ll see some of you THIS WEEKEND at our first Wine Tasting Event of the off-season: Click here to see it on Facebook. When: Sat. Oct 24 11a – 6p AND Sun. Oct. 25 11a – 3p Where: Adirondack Winery, 285 Canada St., Lake George, NY (Located directly across from Shepard Park near the corner of Amherst Street).

Keeping your Adirondack Winery souvenir wine glass is paying off! Bring in one of the Adirondack Winery branded wine glasses you’ve kept around the house to enjoy a few wine tastings ON US! Never been to Adirondack Winery before or didn’t keep your souvenir wine glass? You can still get a FREE taste of our wine of the week, plus four more tastes of our wines for just a nominal fee! Only one past wine glass can be redeemed for one set of free tastings per repeat customer only.

Stonewall Kitchen fine foods, Grafton Village cheddar cheese & more out for sampling, too!

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Well, onto the good stuff! We have some brand new wines coming out that we’ve been working on for some time now. I think they will add something new and different to our wine list and we hope you will give them a try.

Serene White (Kiwi Melon Pinot Grigio)

First off is our newest fruity wine: Serene White, which is a Kiwi Melon Pinot Grigio. I think everyone is going to really love this wine, especially all the fans of our Strawsling.

Here are the tasting notes for this wine: “This light bodied white wine captures the mouth watering flavors of freshly cut honeydew melon and juicy watermelon. Perfectly balanced with tones of tart kiwi fruit, this easy drinking wine boasts a deliciously fresh fruity finish. Pairing suggestions fish or chicken,
mild cheeses, creamy desserts and ice cream.”

The photograph on the label was taken by my wife, Sasha, aboard the Lac du Saint Sacrament, and features the gorgeous blue hues of Lake George on a clear July day.

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Afterglow Red (Mulled Wine)

Our second new wine is perfect for the chilly Holiday Season — “Afterglow Red”, which is a Mulled Wine! Some of you may have sampled mulled wine from us last year, which was made using our regular wines with a mulled wine spice packet in a crock pot, which filled the winery with irresistible smells. Our customers enjoyed that wine so much, that we made one right in the bottle for this year that you can just open, warm and pour! This is a limited release wine, however, so when it sells out, we won’t make any more of it until next year. I of course, get to taste the wines early, and I can tell you I already really love it, so just to let everyone know I have already reserved two bottle for myself! (winemaker’s luxury ) )

Here are the tasting notes for Afterglow Red: “Enjoy the inviting aromas and comforting taste of our warm, spiced mulled wine on a cold day. This rich, sweet wine has delightful notes of cinnamon, cloves, allspice and orange peel. Best warmed on a stove over medium-low heat until steaming, this wine should be served hot alongside dried fruits, nuts, spiced breads or cookies. Take it up a notch by dropping in a few raisins and almonds, or give it more pizzazz with a splash of your favorite Port, Amaretto, Schnapps, or liqueur.” Mmmmmm…..:)

Later on, we’ll tell you more about some more limited release wines coming out between winter and spring…Raspberry Merlot…Raspberry White Zinfandel…Port…Cabernet Sauvignon… so keep your eye out!

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Last, the Holidays are approaching so quickly I can’t believe it! Remember us when you think about what to get people for gifts for Christmas or as your plan your holiday parties…. You did vote us the #1 Best Place to Shop for Gifts in Lake George! And You don’t have to come to the winery to buy out great gifts – they’re all available on our online store by clicking here!

I hope everyone has a great week and hopefully I will get more consistent with my posts now….

– Mike

ADIRONDACK WINERY AWARDED SIX MEDALS AT THE 2009 WORLD VALUE WINE CHALLENGE

 ADIRONDACK WINERY AWARDED SIX MEDALS AT THE 2009 WORLD VALUE WINE CHALLENGE

LAKE GEORGE , NY (October 12, 2009):  Adirondack Winery is proud to announce that six of its hand-crafted wines earned medals at the 2009 World Value Wine Challenge.

 The World Value Wine Challenge (“WVWC”); which took place in August 2009 and was put on by the Beverage Testing Institute, is recognized as the nation’s most comprehensive competition for wines $20 and under. With value on the top of everyone’s mind in this recession, this year’s competition was steep for wineries and drew much attention.

Adirondack Winery President, Sasha Pardy said, “Adirondack Winery is pleased to provide its customers not only with great wines, but good value, as the vast majority of its 35+ wine varieties are priced at $20 or less.”

Adirondack Winery’s Chardonnay won a Silver Medal (a.k.a. Highly Recommended) at the WVWC, while five additional Adirondack Winery wines were awarded Bronze Medals (a.k.a. Recommended): Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Red Barn (Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon), Fireworks Red Merlot, and Barbera.

The WVWC judges described Adirondack Winery’s Chardonnay as having a “Rich, golden color and offering aromas of pineapple, ripe kiwi, butter cream, and spun honey following through on a round, satiny entry to a fruity-yet-dry medium-to-full body with nice layers of citrus, praline, and spice.” Adirondack Winery CEO and wine maker, Michael Pardy, sources grape must from the Woodbridge , California area to create this Chardonnay – it is lightly oaked and aged in stainless steel drums. Pardy’s Chardonnay also won a Bronze Medal at the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition earlier this year.

The WVWC judges described Adirondack Winery’s Bronze Medal-Winning Riesling as “lush”, its Red Barn Cabernet Sauvignon as “deep”, its Pinot Grigio as “soft and breezy”, its Barbera as “raisiny”, and its Fireworks Red Merlot as embodying brown spice and herbs. 

The wine labels on these award winning wines, which were created by Sasha Pardy, feature photographs of landscapes, landmarks and special events of the local region (find label pictures at end of this release):  

• Chardonnay: The flowering garden at Blais Park along Beach Road in Lake George
• Riesling: The first balloons blowing up and taking off at the Adirondack Hot Air Balloon Festival.
• Pinot Grigio: Boats docked along the Lake George Boardwalk at twilight. 
• Fireworks Red Merlot: Spectacular fireworks bursting above Lake George 
• Barbera: The night lights of boats waiting for the 4^th of July fireworks reflect on Lake George .
• Red Barn (Cabernet Sauvignon): One of many picturesque red barns that dot Washington County .

ABOUT ADIRONDACK WINERY: One of the few Lake George attractions to be open year-round, Adirondack Winery opened April 17, 2008 as the region’s first micro-winery. Winemaker and CEO, Michael Pardy, sources grape must from various vineyards to create the more than 35 wine varietals on Adirondack Winery’s wine list. All of Adirondack Winery’s wine labels feature photographs of landscapes, landmarks, and special events in the local region, created by Sasha Pardy. With its wine-making facility and tasting room located at 285 Canada Street in the heart of Lake George , Adirondack Winery has been met with success during its first two seasons in operation. 

The owners, Michael & Sasha Pardy are available for interviews upon request by calling 518-668-WINE or emailing at ILoveWine@AdirondackWinery.com. To view more details on Adirondack Winery’s Chardonnay, click here. Images of the winery are available here: http://www.adirondackwinery.com/Adirondack-Winery-Media-Room-Public-Relations.htm

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What’s Your Vote? Which Label Design Do You Prefer for Adirondack Winery’s New Mulled Wine?

Adirondack Winery is bringing you a new wine option this winter — a traditional mulled wine.

What’s your vote for the label design you prefer? VOTE BELOW NOW!

Sparkling Warm Lights Label Option

Red White Winter Scene Label Option

Here’s the tasting notes: mmmm…

“Enjoy the inviting aromas and comforting taste of our warm, spiced mulled wine on a cold day. This rich, sweet wine has delightful notes of cinnamon, cloves, allspice and orange peel. Best warmed on a stove over medium-low heat until steaming, this wine should be served hot alongside dried fruits, nuts, spiced breads or cookies. Take it up a notch by dropping in a few raisins and almonds, or give it more pizzaz with a splash of your favorite Port, Amaretto, Schnapps, or liquer.”

Adirondack Winery’s Lake George Summer Over…Now What?

So, our summer officially ended on the day after Labor Day, Tuesday the 8th. Lake George’s season is typically defined as memorial day weekend to labor day weekend. It’s marked for us by our change of hours. We were open every day 10am – 10pm during the summer and it was not uncommon to close even later than that. My husband, Mike worked every single one of those days this summer, staying the entire 13+ hours for four days of the week – I would reprieve him on Thursdays and Sundays and on Wednesdays, we were lucky enough to have one of our trustworthy employees close for us so we could have family time with our daughter.

While many Lake George business are already fully closed and most left remaining will stay open through October, Adirondack Winery stays open year round. However, we’ve scaled back our hours – now we’re open Monday – Thursday 11am – 7pm and Fri-Say 11am – 9pm. I think we’ll scale back those hours more come January.

So, the summer recap – let’s see. We loved seeing so many faces from last year that we remembered, however, there was definitely a ton of new customers walking through our doors this season as well; which we know we can thank a lot of our loyal customers for. We had plenty of people tell us that friends or family told them to visit us, or they tried our wine at a party, or got it as a gift from someone.

I think all of our customers really appreciated that we managed to keep nearly all our wines in stock this summer, too! We had all 30+ of our wine varietals available to taste and buy nearly all season. Strawberry Riesling (Strawsling) ran out for just a short bit, as we were totally caught by surprise that it became our best selling wine this season – last year our Blueberry Shiraz was at the top of the list, so we expected that again, but strawberry emerged as the front runner. Our award winning Chardonnay was the favorite white and our award winning Pinot Noir was the favorite red. We are out (for now) of our Winter Concerto white chocolate port, which ended up the front running dessert wine this year!

It did rain a lot this year, however, in most cases, that meant that many customers forgo their outdoor activities in favor of a trip to the winery. It rarely got unbearably hot this summer, too, which was a plus.

I don’t know if all the talk about “staycations” and the Today’s Show’s Lake George spotlight possibly boosted the number of people visiting Lake George this year, but we certainly saw more people coming through our doors. Also, you could tell people were relieved to get away this summer and while still spending conservatively, definitely let their hair down a bit and took a reprieve from the recession. We only hope the economy is out of the woods by early next year.

However, keep in mind there’s still plenty reasons to visit Lake George in these next few months! This weekend is the Adirondack Nationals Car Show, Next Weekend is the Lake George Jazz Festival, the weekend after that is the fabulous Adirondack Balloon Festival with the yummy Taste of the North Country on Sunday. Then in October, the first weekend is the can’t miss Country’s largest garage sale in Warrensburg. Soon after is Columbus Day weekend, which many of us enjoy getting off from work, and then its the perfect time to go “leaf peeping”.

After that, it will be time to Christmas Shop! Don’t forget you all voted us as the best place for wine and best place to shop for gifts on LakeGeorge.com this year — so we’re really hoping to see our customers remember not only our wines and gift certificates for those people in your life, but also our great selection of unique wine-related gifts.

So what’s next for Adirondack Winery? A few things:

– We’re moving some of our less popular wines to a limited availability list and we’re adding a new fruity wine to our list – to be announced soon. We also plan to have special holiday wines.

– We’ve run out of room in our current Lake George location to continue operating how we have been, so we are seriously looking at an expansion to make wine off-premises, which should give us more room in our Lake George location to double the size of the tasting bar and hopefully have some room for private parties as well.

– We’ll start holding events monthly again in October, likely every month through May. Hopefully we’ll have time this year to do some outside wine tasting events as well.

–We’re offering custom holiday wine labels to customers this year — it’s a really neat Christmas / Hanukkah gift idea for your friends or family, as well as for clients, employees, or co-workers.

–We’re trying hard to get liquor stores near our customers to carry our wines. While it’s not easy by any means, I think we’ll get there little by little.

–We’re continuing to try and get our wines into local area restaurants. This season, we secured the Log Jam, Davidson’s Brewery, Mama Riso’s, Adirondack Pub & Brewery, East Cove, Tamarack Inn, Olde Mill Cafe, and Dunham’s Bay Resort. Lake George Steamboat Company and the Boardwalk Restaurant continue to offer our wines as well. However, our efforts were definitely challenged – we still hope to get our wines into many more restaurants. We welcome your help!

- Send us your thoughts!

Sincerely,

Sasha

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Please endorse our nomination as an insipiring small business for NBC’s Shine-A-Light competition.

Your votes, plus judges’ opinions of our business could earn us a grant to expand our winery and making the wines you love more accessible!

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Wine Cocktails Are “In”: Check Out These Recipes

Well, probably most of you are saying you didn’t know they were “out” – but wine cocktails are “in style” again! That’s right we’re talking Sangria, Mulled Wine, & More… Adirondack Winery’s Wines make a great base for these satisfying cocktails.

SANGRIA RECIPE:
1 Bottle Blue Twilight (Blueberry Shiraz) or Amethyst Sunset (Blackberry Merlot); 1 Lemon cut into wedges; 1 Orange cut into wedges; 2 Tbsp sugar; 1 Shot brandy; 2 c. ginger ale or club soda. Pour chilled wine in pitcher; squeeze lemon and orange into it, then toss in wedges; add sugar, brandy, and ginger ale or club soda. Add some ice and serve immediately.

Red, White & Night Wine Cocktail Recipe:
Ice; 1 oz. simple syrup; 1oz lemon juice; 2 oz. Cabernet Sauvignon; 2 oz. Vodka; Blueberries or black raspberries; Powdered sugar. Stir all in highball glass with ice. Roll 3 berries in the powdered sugar; use as garnish.

Fremont Fruit Punch Recipe:
1 bottle chilled Adirondack Winery “Strawsling” Strawberry Riesling; 1 bottle chilled sparkling wine; 3 Peaches and 3 Apricots, all pitted and wedged; 3 c. sliced strawberries; cracked ice; 5 oz. apricot liqueur; 5 oz. maraschino liqueur. Put peaches, apricots and strawberries in large punch bowl. Mix well. Fill bowl almost halfway with ice. Add apricot and maraschino liqueurs. Stir well. Add Strawsling and sparkling wine at same time. Stir well. Serve immediately.

The Star Gazer Recipe:
Ingredients: 2 oz. Adirondack Winery Chardonnay; 1 oz. dark rum; ½ oz. vanilla bean syrup; ½ oz. pineapple juice; 1 lime wedge. Directions: Shake all liquid ingredients in a cocktail shaker for 10 seconds. Fill a highball glass with ice and strain cocktail over ice. Squeeze lime over top of drink, then drop it in.

Warm Mulled Wine:
Mix 1 bottle of Adirondack Winery’s red or white wine that is light on oak tones with 12oz water and 1/2 c. brown sugar in crock pot or pot on stove. Float 1 pack Wine Country Mulling Spices (sold at our store) in pot. Simmer on low for 1 hour. Serve warm.

Wine Cocktail Tips:
Use good wine and liquor. Use a glass if possible. Use fresh ice. Leave any wine snobbishness behind. Don’t forget that the main ingredient is fun!

Adirondack Winery Introduces a New Wine: Cabernet Franc

LAKE GEORGE, NY (August 6, 2009): Adirondack Winery, Warren County, New York’s first winery, is pleased to introduce a brand new wine to its list: Cabernet Franc. Since introducing this new wine, Adirondack Winery’s wine list now includes 34 different wines, encompassing white wines, red wines, fruity wines and dessert wines.

Adirondack Winery’s Cabernet Franc is a medium bodied, plum-colored red wine offering a peppery perfume that combines with tones of raspberry, violets and tobacco, ending with a smooth finish. Adirondack Winery recommends pairing this Cabernet Franc with a variety of meats including Chicken, Duck, Ham, Pork, Veal, or Venison, as well as tomato-based pizza or pasta dishes, and Mediterranean cuisine. Ideal cheese pairings include Sharp Cheddar, Brie, Blue, Gorgonzola,Fontina, Goat Cheese, and Swiss. Adirondack Winery’s Cabernet Franc comes in a 750ml bottle and contains approximately 13.5% alchohol by volume.

To make this wine, Michael Pardy, Adirondack Winery’s wine maker and CEO, started from grape must sourced from the Lockeford-Clements grape growing region of California. Applying his own formula, Pardy brewed this red wine in a stainless steel tank, which after aging, made Adirondack Winery’s “Cab Franc” into the wine it is today.

Adirondack Winery's New Cabernet Franc Label Features a picture of twilight falling on Battlefield Park in Lake George

The label photograph on Adirondack Winery’s Cabernet Franc features a view of Lake George from the historic Battlefield Park, taken just as twilight was falling on an October day in 2008. Adirondack Winery president and co-owner, Sasha Pardy, took this photograph and designed the wine label, as she does all of Adirondack Winery’s wines. “We are proud that we are able to translate the beauty of Autumn in Lake George through our wine labels. Our winery customers frequently save these empty bottles as souvenirs of their visit to the area,” said Sasha. Adirondack Winery recently won an award at the New York State Wine Labeling and Packaging Competition for a series of its wine labels featuring Autumn scenery in Lake George and Queensbury (for details on that, click here.) All of Adirondack Winery’s wine labels feature photographs of landscapes and landmarks in the local region.

Adirondack Winery opened its doors on April 17, 2008 as the region’s first micro-winery. The owners, Michael & Sasha Pardy are available for interviews upon request by calling 518-668-WINE or emailing at ILoveWine@AdirondackWinery.com. Images of the winery are available here: http://www.adirondackwinery.com/Adirondack-Winery-Media-Room-Public-Relations.htm

More Restaurants Now Carry Adirondack Winery Wines

Adirondack Winery recently added three to its growing list of area restaurants offering its wine. We want to thank these restaurants for supporting our locally-made product and also encourage you to visit these places — enjoy a great meal along with our wines! Additionally, if you’d like to see our wines at a restaurant you frequent in the area, go ahead and make a request with the manager — customer requests are one of the best ways to encourage a restaurant to offer our wines…THANKS!

Here are details on our newest restaurant customers:

LOG JAM RESTAURANT

 

The Log Jam Restaurant takes pride both in the beauty of the Adirondacks and in providing you with superb food and accommodating hospitality in an authentic log cabin. If it weren’t for the aromas of sizzling steaks, you just might think you walked into an Adirondack logging camp of 100 years ago. An old pot-belly stove warmly greets you at the front door and three massive stone fireplaces provide the perfect romantic setting. Serving lunch and dinner, the menu includes seafood, prime rib, lamb chops, char-broiled steaks, fresh lobster, original chicken and veal entrees, a great salad bar, and a kids menu.

 

Located at the Lake George Outlets, corner of Route 9 & 149. / (518) 798-1155 / www.LogJamRestaurant.com

 

Featuring Adirondack Winery Pinot Noir for the month of August.

 

EAST COVE RESTAURANT

 

 A Lake George mainstay for locals and tourists alike, East Cove has been open since 1968! Casual Dining in a Warm Adirondack Log Atmosphere, East Cove is known best for its exceptional seafood selections; but the menu also features Prime Rib, Steaks, and a kids menu. Some house favorites include Weiner Schnitzel, Veal, and Salmon dishes.

 

Route 9L and Beach Road, Lake George / (518) 668-5265 / www.EastCove.com

 

Now offering Adirondack Winery’s Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Merlot and Pinot Noir

 

DUNHAM’S BAY RESORT REST. & BAR

 

 Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or a drink at Dunham’s Bay Resort. From their renowned Sunday Brunch overlooking Lake George’s Dunham’s Bay, to their lunch menu including burgers, wraps, salads, soups and pizza; to their dinner menu including steaks, fresh fish, pasta, chicken and veal; Dunham’s Bay has it all. Professional staff under the direction of Executive Chef and General Manager Mark Childe prepares all of the restaurant’s dishes.

 

2999 State Route 9L, Lake George / (518) 656-9242 / www.DunhamsBay.com

 

Now offering Adirondack Winery’s Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

 

Also, these restaurants continue to offer our wines:

DAVIDSON BROTHERS

 

Davidson Brothers restaurant and brewery is a must-do in Downtown Glens Falls, located right near the traffic circle. With 10 different varieties of its own craft-brewed beers, from IPA to Scotch Ale, there’s a beer for everyone. Davidson’s menu is diverse and original, with light to hearty selections, all tasty. Kid-Friendly. Outdoor Seating. Live Entertainment.

 

184 Glen Street, Glens Falls / (518) 743-9026 www.DavidsonBrothers.com

Featuring a rotating selection, currently Sauvignon Blanc.

 

MAMA RISO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

 

 Proudly serving the North Country for over 50 years, Mama Riso’s traditional and timeless recipes have been passed down through generations.  The menu includes seafood specialties, handcut veal and homemade pastas, as well as a kids menu, scrumptious desserts, and a great wine list.  The friendly staff at Mama Riso’s promises to make your next dining experience truly unforgettable.

 

Located on Rte 9 in Lake George, just off exit 21 / (518) 668-2550

 

Now offering Adirondack Winery’s Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon

 

ADIRONDACK PUB & BREWERY

 Adirondack Pub & Brewery’s craft-brewed beers are made on premises using only the finest malt, hops, yeast and water. Aside from trying the great selection of fine beers, enjoy a casual dinner for two or with a group of friends and family. “Build a meal that makes it all better, and wash it down with the freshest ale in the North Country. Its kitchen staff is waiting to prepare the finest Adirondack cuisine.

 33 Canada Street, Lake George / (518) 668-0002 / www.AdkPub.com

Now offering Adirondack Winery’s Chardonnay and Fireworks Red Merlot

THE TAMARACK INN

 Fine Food and Spirits in a traditional rustic setting. Candlelight, cocktails and creative regional cuisine. The Tamarack’s menu covers breakfast, lunch, the kids, dinner and drinks with entrees from Yankee Pot Roast to Surf & Turf and Chipotle Ribs and Quadruple Chocolate Mousse Pie!

Located on Canada Street in Lake George, just 1/4 mile south off the Northway (I-87) Exit 22. (518) 668-5400 / www.TamarackInnLG.com

Now offering Adirondack Winery’s Fireworks Red Merlot

THE BOARDWALK RESTAURANT

 The Boardwalk is a casual restaurant located right on the water’s edge. Family friendly, this is the ideal place to go if you want an enjoyable casual meal to eat by the water, without people walking by your window. They’ve got a great bar, too! Click here for their menus. Click here for their menus; which have just been upgraded. Now they boast great surf & turf selections, as well as BBQ on the deck!

Featuring “Steamboat Sangiovese”, “Blushing Minne” White Zinfandel, and “Mohican Pinot Grigio”

 /www.LakeGeorgeBoardwalk.com / Lower Amherst St., Lk. George / (518) 668-5324

OLDE MILL CAFE

 

 One of Ticonderoga’s gems, the Olde Mill Cafe is located in a historic, but modest building. The Chef’s menu, however, impresses,
featuring gourmet selections of the mouthwatering variety. Olde Mill really supports local products, including local game, produce and Adirondack Winery wine! Sample lunch and dinner menus.

 

Now offering Adirondack Winery’s Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinot Noir 

133 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga, NY / Phone: (518) 585-9097  

Adirondack Winery Wins “Best of Lake George” and Label Competition

Thanks to you and others that voted for us on LakeGeorge.com’s “Best of Lake George” 2009 Survey – We Ranked in Three Spots!

• #1 Best Wine (#2 was the Inn at Erlowest)
• #1 Best Shopping for Gifts (#2 was Sutton’s Marketplace)
• #2 Best Overall Shopping (#1 was the Factory Outlets)    

Thanks for voting and we’re glad you not only love our wine but agree that our store is an excellent place to shop for quality, unique gifts!

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Adirondack Winery Won Second Place for its “Autumn Brilliance” series of wine labels at the 2009 New York State Wine Labeling and Packaging Competition.

Adirondack Winery's Sauvignon Blanc features a photograph of Lake George's Shepard Park Sparkling in the Golden Hues of its Autumn Leaves

Included in our Autumn Brilliance series is our Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel, and Sangiovese wine labels, all of which feature photographs of Lake George’s Shepard Park and Glens Falls’ Crandall Park Pond in Autumn. All of the photographs were taken by Adirondack Winery co-owner and president, Sasha Pardy.

In fact, all of Adirondack Winery’s labels feature photographs of landscapes and landmarks of the Lake George / Queensbury area, showing off the Adirondacks’ beautiful scenery.

Adirondack Winery's Zinfandel features a photograph of ducks enjoying a late Autumn swim at Crandall Park Pond in Glens Falls, NYAdirondack Winery's Sangiovese features a photograph of a tree with red leaves in Autumn, taken looking up Shepard Park Hill in Lake George

Adirondack Winery's Sangiovese features a photograph of the Orange and Red Hues of Autumn looking up Shepard Park Hill in Lake George

It’s Been too Long

Hi everyone! First, I would like to start with it’s been way to long since my last post! In fact, it’s been so long that I can’t even remember when it was, so I thought I would give a bit of a recap of life at the winery these days.

It’s Summer (sort of), so we are now open 7 days a week from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. While this makes for some really long days for us, we are thrilled customers are coming in during all those hours! As some of you may know, when you locate any business in a seasonal tourist town, if the people are here, you need to be open!

The good news is that our business is holding up pretty well – we have been battling both the economy and maybe even more important — the weather! We can’t do much about either, so with a little planning and some creativity, we have been able to survive pretty well.

We are always asked about new wines, and we do have plans for a couple of more this year. Unfortunatly, in order to accomodate these new wines, we will be allowing a few of our wines to sell out. But don’t fret – if one of your favorite wines sells out; it will be brought back at various times of the year, so you will still have the chance to purchase them. Keep checking back here for updates on our new wines, or even better, join our Inner Circle email newsletter list to hear about new and returning wines (and other good stuff) directly in your inbox! We are not ready yet to announce new wines, but the first one will be announced shortly.

Recently, we won some awards for our wines and our wine labels. We were very happy to see that our Chardonnay won Bronze at the International Finger Lakes Wine Competition and our Pinot Noir won Silver at the International Eastern Wine Competion. Of Course, we are proud to have won and hope there will be many more to come! Also our series of labels featuring Autumn scenes in Lake George (Sauvignon Blanc, Sangiovese, Zinfandel, and Viognier) won an Honorable Mention (equivalant to second place) at the Roses and Sonnenberg Label Competion.

Also, we’re happy to say that there are a number of area restaurants that are now offering our wines on their menus including: The Lake George Steamboat Company, The Boardwalk Restaurant, The Tamarack Inn, The Olde Mill Cafe, Mama Riso’s, Adirondack Brew Pub, and Davidson Bros. Brewery! Please be sure to support these great establishments and have a glass of wine while you’re there!

For those of you in the Danbury, CT area or in Dutchess County, Caffrey’s Wine and Spirits in Fishkill NY is the sole wine store we currently have; and we’ve already heard feedback that are customers are visiting the store to buy our wines and we hope its close enough for some CT residents to make the trip! If you’d like to see us in a wine store near you, the best way to make it happen is for our customers to request the wine store owner order our wines, so we definitely welcome your assistance in that category!

Well, that is about it for today and I really am sorry for the long break, I will try really hard to post at least 2 times a month during the summer and fall. Until next time have a great week!

– Mike