Adirondack Winery’s Best Seller, Strawsling, Snags GOLD at Tasters Guild International Wine Competition

Adirondack Winery is proud to announce that its # 1 selling wine, Strawsling, brought home a GOLD medal from the annual Tasters Guild International Wine Competition; which was held May 1-4 in Grand Rapids Michigan.

Adirondack Winery’s Strawsling (a strawberry-infused Riesling wine) was professionally judged alongside approximately 2,000 other wines entered into the competition from over 15 countries and 30 states. Founded in 1987, the Tasters Guild is a society of wine and food enthusiasts with chapters all over the nation. This competition is known for judging wines with the mainstream consumer in mind; not the wine “connoisseur”.  Adirondack Winery also earned a Silver medal for its Cabernet Franc and Bronze Medals for its Gewurztraminer and Red Coat Reserve Merlot wines.

“Strawsling has been our top seller since we opened in 2008 and its popularity has only grown exponentially since,” said Adirondack Winery President. “It’s great to be able to say that professional judges agree with our customers!” she added. Adirondack Winery’s wines are also available at about 40 liquor/wine stores throughout New York and Strawsling is the one you are guaranteed to find at almost all of them, as customers demand it.

 “Our Strawsling is a nicely balanced, semi-sweet Riesling infused with a delicate Strawberry essence, which we age in Stainless Steel tanks,” said Mike Pardy, Adirondack Winery CEO and Wine-Maker.  “This wine is best enjoyed chilled and its lower alcohol level (appox. 8.5%)allows people to enjoy it not only with food, but also as a casual afternoon drink on a summer day,” he added.

Strawsling’s wine label features a photograph of hot air balloons taking off into the sky at the annual Adirondack Balloon Festival. Ms. Pardy took this photo, as she does all of Adirondack Winery’s labels, which all feature other local scenes.

Adirondack Winery started entering International wine competitions in early 2009 and with these latest awards, 32 of its wines have earned 74 medals in total.

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“Treat Your Mom” to Adirondack Winery this Year!

Mother’s Day is approaching fast…. Sunday, May 11th! It is probably a good idea to start planning a special “Thank You” for your loving mother. Something to make up for all those years of telling her she was “so unfair” or “the worst mother ever,” you know, all those things your kids are in their rooms for right now because they said them to YOU!   While it is your mother’s job to love you unconditionally, we have some ideas for you to help erase those not-so-loving moments from her memory.

Our Specially Labeled Mother’s Day Wines are Back! Orchard Blossom, Pinot Grigio, and Fireworks Red Merlot feature beautiful labels all about Mom!

Our specially-labeled Mother’s Day wine is back and is the perfect way to say “thank you” for putting up with your WINEing for all of those years. Our Orchard Blossom (Green Apple Gewurztraminer), Pinot Grigio, and Fireworks Red Merlot are adorned with Mom-themed labels so she has a special keepsake to display after she finishes her favorite bottle of Adirondack Winery wine!

Our Pinot Grigio, Strawsling, and Pinot Noir are available with blank labels that can be personalized with a handwritten message!

For an extra personal touch on this special day, Adirondack Winery is now featuring our Strawsling, Pinot Grigio, and Pinot Noir with labels that can be personalized with a handwritten message! These blank rose petal heart-adorned labels come blank and you can choose to write a message yourself, or have us write it for you!

If you are looking for a fun way to spend some quality time with your mom, join us for this special event:

“Treat Your Mom” FREE Mother’s Day Weekend Wine Tasting Event >>

 When & Where:

Sat. 5/11 (11a -6p) & Sun. 5/12 (11a – 5p) at

Adirondack Winery’s Tasting Room, 285 Canada St, LG

Adirondack Winery is treating mothers to a FREE wine tasting session on Mother’s Day Weekend!

Plus, we’ll have free samples of cheese, chocolate and fine foods out, too.

To treat your Mom, bring her with you to the winery; or Moms – bring a picture of your kid(s) to the winery.

SEE THIS EVENT ON FACEBOOK>>

If you want to treat mom EXTRA SPECIAL this Mother’s Day, our Custom Mother’s Day Winery Package is the way to go! >>

STARTING at ONLY $38! 

Buy this package for Mom to upgrade her experience during our Mother’s Day Wine Tasting Event  OR  Have this awesome custom gift shipped!

This Package includes:  Bottle of Specially Labeled Mother’s Day Wine; Fun Wine Glass “Woozie”; Gift Certificate for an Upgraded Tasting at the Winery including:  Wine Tasting Session for 2 (Incl. souvenir wine glasses), A small plate of Adk Cheese to enjoy with your tasting, 2 Tastings of Dessert Wine , and 2 delicious Champlain Chocolate Squares.  Gift Cert can be used the day of event, or any time!

While you are there, treat her to some of her favorite wine-themed accessories. A handbag-shaped cork cage, a wine-themed rhinestone shirt or a hand-painted wine glass make great Mother’s Day gifts and will be a cherished keepsake to remember your special day out together.  Need more ideas? Check out our Gift Guide for Her>>

Not able to see mom this year because she lives out of town or state? That is no excuse! Shop our online store and have her favorite wines & gifts shipped right to her door! Be sure to check our shipping policies for states we can ship to and take advantage of our great deals, just in time for Mother’s Day!

Mom gets one special day a year so make sure you show her what a wonderful mother she is and let Adirondack Winery treat her for a job well done!

Cheers!

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Adirondack Winery’s 5th Anniversary… A Look Back

Adirondack Winery’s 5th Anniversary… A Look Back. Click to Play.

Mike & I want to thank all our Customer for 5 great years!

It’s been quite a ride and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Thanks for:

• Visiting the Tasting Room
• Enjoying your Wine Tasting Experience
• Sharing your Experience with Friends, Family
• Posting Reviews of us Online
• BUYING OUR WINE
• Telling liquor stores near you that you want them to carry our wines
• Coming to our Special Events – both on and off-site
• Including us as part of your special days – weddings, birthdays, anniversary, family reunions, and so on.
• Sharing your lives with us

We are really looking forward to many years more of the same!

CHEERS!

Sasha & Mike Pardy and the Adirondack Winery Staff

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Let the Spring Season Flourish!

If you’re like me, you got your hopes up when Puxatony Phil predicted that an early Spring was on its way! And if you’re like me, each additional snowfall makes you more and more stir crazy! Cabin Fever has officially set in and I can’t help but look forward to spring!

While summer is the season that most of you associate us with, springtime at Adirondack Winery is one of the most exciting times of the year! It means a new, seasonal wine, free tasting events and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Lake George. It is a teaser of what’s to come in the summer months ahead.

Season’s Flourish (Pomegranate Zinfandel) is Back!

Many of you wait all year for our Spring wine, Season’s Flourish, to hit the shelves, and don’t worry, it is right on schedule! If you are one of our wine club members, you will  be the first to enjoy this seasonal, Pomegranate Zinfandel! A fan favorite, this easy-drinking, tart and slightly spicy-sweet red wine will leave you wanting more, so it is best to stock up while you can, since it only comes around once a year! Season’s Flourish is out!

Free Wine Tasting Event March 16th & 17th!

Itching to get out? Relieve Your Cabin Fever, FREE Wine Tasting Event on St. Patrick’s Day weekend (Sat. 3/16 11:30a – 5:30p & Sun. 3/17 11:30a – 4p)! Always a fun event, it will take place during Lake George’s Shamrock the Block celebrations! Stop into the Tasting Room to see us for free tastes of your favorite wines and gourmet foods while enjoying the St. Patrick’s Day parade and festivities on Lower Amherst Street.

Red Carriage (Cranberry Chianti) Won Gold!

While you are here, it is a great time to check out some of the new things we have at the winery and maybe even try some wines you haven’t tried yet… if there are any left! Have you tried our Red Carriage yet? This cranberry Chianti is our newest gold-medal winner! Entered among more than 800 other wines from wineries across the country, we are proud to announce that Red Carriage brought home a gold medal from the 2013 Florida State Fair International Wine Competition!

Adirondack Winery’s NEW Big Red Wine Glass!

With an upgraded tasting, you can now try our wines in our new, bigger, red wine glass!  What’s that you say? You haven’t seen our NEW Big Red Wine Glass! Most of you that collect our wine glasses know that we change our wine glass logo color each year. Well, this year, it’s silver; but we have added a big red wine glass as an option too! For an additional $2 on your tasting session, you can take home our Big Red Wine Glass – that’s right, only $2.00 extra – It holds almost a full bottle of wine and is a great quality, too!

AND NOW FOR THE BIGGEST NEWS OF SPRING FOR ADIRONDACK WINERY!

Olivia Kay Brown born 2/28/13

Our Marketing Coordinator, Danielle Brown, is out on Maternity Leave! On February 28, 2013 she became the proud Mama of her first child, Olivia Kay Brown! Darling Olivia was born healthy and happy at 8lbs, 8oz and 21 inches long!

Danielle is doing well at home with Olivia, relishing this time. She will return in May, and until then, you will see us slacking a little bit on our email newsletters, blog posts, social media posts, and more. Danielle does so much she is missed!

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Adirondack Winery Saves the Day…. Valentine’s Day!

If you are like many of us, Valentine’s Day tends to sneak up on you. You think you’re in the clear after Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve and then the next thing you know, February 14th is just a few days away and you are left scrambling for the perfect (last-minute) gift that says, “thoughtful” not “forgetful!”

Luckily you are a friend of Adirondack Winery and we always have your solution for gifts for any occasion; especially when it comes to gifts for your wine-loving Sweetheart! We even have special hours this week so you can get in all of your last-minute shopping! We will be open both February 13th & 14th so that you have plenty of time to pick up all of your Valentine’s Day necessities!

Wine, chocolates & flowers are always a nice gesture for your Valentine’s Day celebration, but why not take it to the next level and pair one of our specially-labeled Valentine’s Day wines with our delicious, Gourmet Lake Champlain Chocolates! Not sure how to pair them? Ask one of our Tasting Room staff and they will be happy to help you create the perfect combination! Our Valentine’s Day wines are available in Red Coat, Gewurztraminer and Red Carriage (our most recent Gold Medal Winner at the Florida State Fair!)  and are all adorned with romantic labels for you and your Valentine to treasure & enjoy! As for the flowers, you’re on your own!

If one of these wines doesn’t suit you or your Sweetheart, or maybe you just want to give your gift more of a personal touch, try one of our NEW, Personalized Wines with a handwritten message! Choose from Strawsling, Pinot Noir or Pinot Grigio (our best-selling fruity, red & white wines) and 3 different labels and we will customize your label with a heartfelt, handwritten Valentine’s Day message that you provide!

If you are lucky enough to live close by to the Tasting Room in Lake George, our FREE Valentine’s Day Wine Tasting Event is the perfect event for Sweethearts & Wine Lovers! Treat your Valentine to free tastes of our wines, gourmet food & chocolates as well as a champagne toast! All this event will cost you is a kiss with your Valentine and if you treat her to a little shopping spree while you are here, we think you are sure to get that kiss! We have picture frame cork cages, love-themed bottle stoppers and corkscrews and many more gifts for people in love to sweep your Valentine off her feet!

I hope we have taken some of the pressure off of you this year & given you some unique ideas to wow your Valentine! Once again, Adirondack Winery saves the day…. this time, Valentine’s Day!

Cheers!

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The Most Wine-derful Time of the Year!

It’s that time of year again! Time to shop Adirondack Winery’s wine and gift guide for all of your holiday needs! We have got all of your bases covered whether you are hosting this year’s holiday party, attending as a guest or just looking for unique gifts for your wine-loving family and friends!

Let’s start with how to be the hostess with the “mostess“…. Most wine, that is! Ok, maybe not the most, but if you’ve stocked up with Adirondack Winery wine, you’re sure to have the best wine! We, of course have all of your party staples like our award-winning Pinot Grigio, Fireworks Red Merlot and Strawsling but with the temperatures dropping, why not warm things up? Try one of our mulled wine recipes with your favorite dry red or white wine! The mulling spices will fill your home with the holiday aromas we have all come to know and love, such as nutmeg and cinnamon and it is a great way to put a twist on your holiday wine list.

Once the wine list is set, the rest is just details but we’ve got your details covered as well! Cheese servers, trivets, napkins, towels and aprons will all make your party go off without a hitch.

If you are lucky enough to just be a guest at your holiday parties this year, you’re not exactly off the hook. Do your part and thank your host or hostess with a bottle of Adirondack Winery wine or better yet thank them with one of our great wine-themed gifts. How about one of our wine racks filled with their favorite varietals? Or one of our cork cages? A House of Corks or a photo frame cork cage are great ways for you to thank them for their hard work while giving them a way to remember their favorite wines & occasions.

Now, for the rest of your holiday shopping. We know it gets harder every year to think of new gifts for the ones you love. You’ve done pajamas, fruit baskets and sweaters before, but you want to give a gift that your loved one will remember and cherish for years to come. We have a wide selection of unique gift ideas for the wine enthusiasts in your life and with our great holiday sales and shipping deals you don’t have to break the bank.

Everyone gives wine as gifts during the holidays, so why not add a personal touch to yours? We have a selection of holiday-themed custom-label options available in both our regular, 750ml bottles as well as our mini, 187ml bottles. Customize your favorite wines with holiday labels and add a personal message to turn a regular beverage into a holiday keepsake and even decor! If you are only looking to purchase one or two bottles, we also have specially-labeled holiday wines available in Chardonnay, Amethyst Sunset and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Do you know a true Adirondack Winery enthusiast? Why not put together a wine gift basket with all of his or her favorite wines and food items? Or even better, sign them up for our Wine Club so they can enjoy their favorite wines year round!

For the wine-loving fashonista, we have a selection of wine-themed shirts, bags and wallets. It’s bad luck to put your purse on the floor so get your girlfriends a rhinestone purse hanger to avoid the bad luck of running out of Adirondack Winery wine!

For the men we have funny, wine-themed t-shirts, cork cages and even a pocket wine tool that leaves no reason to leave his favorite bottle of Adirondack Winery wine unopened!

We have no shortage of stocking stuffers from corkscrews to bottle stoppers, cheese boards to wine glass charms and more we truly have something for everyone here at the Tasting Room. If you can’t make up your mind, a gift certificate to Adirondack Winery makes the perfect gift.

I hope we have given you some ideas and pointed you in the right direction (to the Tasting Room) for all of your holiday needs this year! Happy Shopping & Happy Holidays during this most wine-derful time of the year!
Cheers!

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Spice Up Your Summer BBQ with Adirondack Winery!

Barbeques are one of the best parts of summer and what better way to take it up a notch than to add some Adirondack Winery wine! We’ve got a few ideas to take your summer barbeque from good to great and leave your guests going back for seconds… maybe thirds!

A signature cocktail is a great way to set your barbeque apart from the rest. It’s a good thing our Wine Wednesday recipes are now available on our online store! Serve our refreshing Strawsling Slush, Fireworks Sangria or Berry Blush Punch with wine ice cream and your guests will be talking about it all summer long!

Anyone can serve up some burgers & hot dogs but pairing your menu with Adirondack Winery wines will bring out the best in your favorite barbeque foods! Serving fruit salad? Pair it with Prospect Mountain White, Strawsling or Serene White for added refreshment and flavor. Shrimp skewers go wonderfully with Semillon and try your grilled chicken with our Pinot Grigio!

Burgers can be paired with Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir, but if you like burgers and you  like red wine than you’ll love these red wine-infused burgers! And why have regular macaroni and cheese when you have Chardonnay Macaroni and Cheese!

Now that we’ve covered the menu you’re going to need a few little extras to make your summer barbeque complete! No one likes a wet wine glass dripping all over their summer’s best, or a refreshing white wine that turns luke warm before it’s finished. Woozies are the best way to solve this problem! With brand new designs, you’ll not only look good while enjoying your favorite wine, but these stretchable, washable wine glass and bottle covers will keep your wine the perfect temperature while keeping your hands and clothes nice and dry!

Our Picnic Stix Wine Set is a great way to keep your wine close by without the worry of tipping and spilling. Simply stake these bottle and glass holders into the ground and your Adirondack Winery wine is just an arms-length away!

I hope you’ll be able to use some (or all) of these ideas at your next summer gathering. All this talk about barbeques has made me hungry… and thirsty! So, until next time… Cheers!

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Love is in the Air at the Adirondack Winery!

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and whether you have been dating a couple of months or married for 30 years, there is always some pressure when Valentine’s Day rolls around. Sure, you can do the whole dinner and a movie routine, but why not shake things up a bit this year? The Adirondack Winery has all of your Valentine’s Day needs and with us on your side you’ll be sure to give your Sweetheart a Valentine’s Day that she (or he) won’t forget!

Spend Valentine’s Day weekend with the Adirondack Winery this year. All it will cost you is a kiss with your Valentine! Enjoy some champagne, taste some of our wines and be treated to fine chocolates and cheeses. If you join us on Saturday, February 11th, you can end your night with the Lake George Winter Carnival bonfire and fireworks show on the beach. After a day of wine tasting, it is only appropriate that your day ends with fireworks! You and your loved one will be glad you skipped the routine dinner out and opted for some fun, wine and romance in Lake George!

Flowers and candy round out the dinner and a movie cliche, right? Try surprising your Valentine with one (or more) of the many love and wine-themed gifts that the Adirondack Winery has to offer. Shop our “Gifts for People in Love” section of our online store or visit our Tasting Room to find the perfect gift for your wine-loving significant other. From photo frame bottle stoppers to home decor, we have a gift for everyone! Set the mood-lighting for a romantic dinner at home with one of our candelabras or put together a gift basket with some of your favorite wines and accessories. How about one of our rhinestone wine-themed t-shirts? Hey, what happens after you open up our wine is your own business!

Since you will probably celebrate with a bottle of Adirondack Winery wine anyway, why not pick up one of our special edition, Valentine’s Day bottles this year? Go the extra mile and show your special someone how much you care with a bottle of our Amethyst Sunset, Pinot Grigio or Red Coat (Reserve Merlot) adorned with a beautiful 2012 Valentine’s Day label. These bottles will add a sentimental touch to your romantic evening! Quantities are limited, so be sure to stop by our Tasting Room, reserve your bottle online for in-store pick-up or have it shipped to your door today.

I hope I was able to give you some ideas for a new twist on Valentine’s Day and that with my help you’ll be able to kick back with a bottle of Adirondack Winery wine & cheers to a Valentine’s Day well done! Happy Valentine’s Day, Wine Lovers! Cheers!

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Adirondack Winery!

Customize your own scrapbooking design

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Adirondack Winery Cleans up with 3 Gold and 3 Silver Medals at the 2011 World Value Wine Challenge

Yay! I am so happy and PROUD of my hubbie, Mike (and his wine making assistant Brad) for making such tasty, quality wines, that we walked away with 6 medals (3 Gold … yes that’s right 3 GOLD and 3 Silver) at the 2011 World Value Wine Challenge. Also, I am pleased that we’ve been able to keep our wines affordable for our customers, with most wines priced $20 and under! Read on for details… – Sasha

Adirondack Winery Cleans up with 3 Gold and 3 Silver Medals at the 2011 World Value Wine Challenge

Lake George, NY (October 11, 2011): Adirondack Winery is proud to announce that its locally hand-crafted wines earned three Gold medals and three Silver medals at the 2011 World Value Wine Challenge.

The World Value Wine Challenge (“WVWC”); put on by the Beverage Testing Institute, is recognized as the nation’s most comprehensive annual competition for wines priced $20 and under. According to BTI, wines priced at $20 and below per bottle represent over 90% of all wines sold in the United States and value-conscious consumers are searching for the best wines for their budget.

Adirondack Winery President, Sasha Pardy said, “Adirondack Winery is pleased to provide its customers not only with great wines, but good value, as the majority of its 35+ wine types are priced under $20.⁰⁰.” With taste and value a top priority for consumers in today’s economy, competition was steep for wineries at the World Value Wine Challenge. Adirondack Winery’s wines were judged alongside thousands of wines from across the Globe.

Adirondack Winery's Wines that Won Gold and Silver Medals at the 2011 World Value Wine Challenge

The WVWC judges awarded Adirondack Winery’s Muscat with 91 points, earning it a Gold Medal and “Exceptional” status. The Muscat was also named a “Top 10 White Wine $15 and Under” and the “Best Value US Muscat“! The judges described their Muscat as having “bright aromas of honeyed spiced apples and pear compote with a rich, supple fruity medium-to-full body and bright watermelon and mango sorbet flavor and a long, tangy finish.”

Adirondack Winery’s Orchard Blossom (Green Apple Gewurztraminer) and Sauvignon Blanc were both awarded 90 points, Gold Medals, and were named a “Best Buy” in their categories. The Orchard Blossom was also ranked in the Top 10 in its category. Adirondack Winery’s Cabernet Sauvignon, Rocky Shiraz, and Red Carriage (Cranberry Chianti) were awarded 88, 87, and 85 points, respectively, earning them each Silver Medals and “Highly Recommended” status.

Adirondack Winery started entering International wine competitions in early 2009 and with these latest awards, 29 of its wines have earned 52 medals in total, including 7 Gold, 22 Silver and 23 Bronze Medals.

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ABOUT ADIRONDACK WINERY:

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. Since Adirondack Winery began entering select wine competitions in 2009, 29 of its wines have earned 52 medals. Adirondack Winery’s wine making facility is located in Queensbury, NY and its Tasting Room is located in Lake George, NY.

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