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Crush on Seneca Wine Tour

Our Signature Daily Wine Tours are designed for parties as small as 2 people and up to larger parties of your desired number.

Choose a tour below for details:

NORTH SENECA LAKE wine tours

Castle Views and Windy Waters

Castle views and windy waters plus lunch, foxes by the shore, small & mighty, small & mighty plus lunch, swift & stellar.

SOUTH SENECA LAKE wine tours

Seneca’s South & West

Seneca’s South & West plus Lunch

Seneca Lower Lake

Vineyards Views and Vinifera

Vineyards Views and Vinifera plus Lunch

Wild Vines and Classic Wines

Seneca:  The largest of all the Finger Lakes by volume and depth. This makes it an ideal moderating influence for vineyards on the shores that sit largely in Conesus Loam Soils. We will begin with breathtaking views of the Lake and Vineyards and visits to  FOUR  of the five wineries listed surrounding Seneca Lake . Due to the Covid 19 we will choose based on availability what wineries we visit.

We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from area accommodations or departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 9:15 a.m.  ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

Fox Run Vineyards

Under the dynamic, forward-looking ownership of Scott Osborn. Fox run is poised to become one of the handful of truly great producers in the Finger Lakes. Taste the quality that sustainable farming practices make. Explore the razor sharp Riesling created by wine maker Peter Bell.

Idol Ridge Winery

In November 2013 the Martins, opened the doors of Idol Ridge Winery. Sitting on a ridge in Lodi, NY the Martin’s have the perfect panoramic view of Seneca Lake to share with you while you enjoy a glass of their award-winning wine.  Home to more than 20 different wines, they guarantee to impress your taste buds with an assortment of dry to sweet as well as sparkling wines. They craft their wines using Native and European Vinifera varieties and premium Cornell Hybrids.

Belhurst Castle and Winery

Overlooking Seneca Lake, historic Belhurst is a beautiful attraction in the Finger Lakes Wine Country. Their winemakers create award-winning wines as unique as the Castle itself. Allow their knowledgeable and friendly staff guide you through a wonderful tasting experience. Whether you are a wine aficionado or novice, you will learn something new about wine, grapes, or winemaking in the Finger Lakes.

Zugibe Vineyards

Their mission is to craft only the finest wines and to share those wines and their passion with guests. Come experience their wines and enjoy one of the most beautiful views overlooking Seneca Lake, right here in the Finger Lakes, NY! They began their journey in 2005 with an initial planting of 23 acres of vinifera grape vines. They now have 40 producing acres and are growing 11 different varieties of vinifera on their estate property!

Miles Wine Cellars

Miles Wine Cellars is the home of famous wines from the Finger Lakes region. Enjoy their famous award-winning Finger Lakes Wine, including Riesling, Cabernet Franc, and their famous Ghost Wine. They also have a sparkling that needs no special occasion! Take a tour of the beautiful estate, and they can also be reached by their boat accessible dock when boating across the serene, majestic Seneca Lake.

• Pick-ups & drop-offs are available from a central pickup point, hotels, and B&B’s in the surrounding area.
• Advance booking is required for daily tours. Last minute inquiries are welcome.
• As the afternoon turns into evening your tour will end back at the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack at 4:30 p.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Castle Views and Windy Waters tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Keuka Wine Trail, transportation to four wineries listed above, all Planning and scheduling and all winery tastings.
• Group size 2-12 people.
• Sunday – Friday price per person is $169.00 + tax. Saturday price is an additional $10 + tax per person
• Credit card payment is required at time of booking.
• Tours are 100% non-refundable. You can reschedule your tour date asap to confirm your new date is available, OR, you can receive a Gift Certificate/Credit worth the amount that you have already paid towards any Crush Beer & Wine Tour. This credit will expire a year from the date of your original tour and re-scheduling fees waived.  Due to our advanced scheduling for our drivers and vehicle assignments, if your tour is canceled, missed or rescheduled within 14 days of your original tour date, a re-scheduling fee of $50 will be applied. If a tour is canceled the day before or the day of, a re-scheduling fee starting at $50/person and depending on group size, up to $100/person, may be applied due to pre-payment of tasting fees, lunches and driver’s wage. Please call us at 855-TO-CRUSH to reschedule.
• On occasion, Crush reserves the right to change winery venues due to availability.
• All itineraries can be customized. Please call us for some fresh ideas!

** Lunch at Belhurst Castle is unavailable for groups over eight and unavailable on Saturdays from May 1st thru October 31st. **

Would you like to add a stop for lunch on our full day Castle Views and Windy Waters tour?  Just book our Castle Views and Windy Waters lunch Tour.

Our Castle Views and Windy Waters plus Lunch tour  is now the same great Full day tour PLUS a visit to Bellhurst Castle on Seneca Lake AND a delightful lunch will be served at the Restaurant. The lunch served comes with a glass of Wine. This  FULL DAY TOUR  includes a knowledgeable Crush Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four out of the five Wineries listed above (or alternative Wineries depending on availability), all Winery tastings, all Planning and Scheduling and Lunch.

Belhurst Castle

In Stonecutter’s restaurant, you will enjoy a scrumptious tavern fare and an unmatched atmosphere. Stonecutter’s is the perfect place to sit back, relax and entertain friends. Enjoy Lunch either outside overlooking Beautiful Seneca Lake or inside the Castle and enjoy rich history over the years.

• We will depart the Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack at 9:15 am and return at 5:30 pm. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Castle Views and Windy Waters plus Lunch tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four or the five wineries listed above, all Planning and scheduling and all winery tastings and lunch with a glass of wine.
• Group size 2-12 people.   ** Lunch at Belhurst Castle is unavailable for groups over eight and unavailable on Saturdays from May 1st thru October 31st. **
• Sunday – Friday price per person is $219.00 + tax. Saturday price is an additional $10 + tax per person
• On rare occasion, Crush reserves the right to change venues due to availability.

Seneca:  The largest of all the Finger Lakes by volume and depth. This makes it an ideal moderating influence for vineyards on the shores that sit largely in Conesus Loam Soils. We will begin with breathtaking views of the Lake and Vineyards, and visits to  THREE  of the four wineries listed surrounding Seneca Lake . Due to the Covid 19 we will choose based on availability what wineries we visit. We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from Area accommodation Departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 11:30 a.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

Torrey Ridge Winery

A Finger Lakes family winery tradition, Torrey Ridge Winery is in the heart of Amish country with Mennonite farms surrounding the Winery. They are located half way between Geneva and Watkins Glen on the West side of New York’s beautiful Seneca Lake. You will enjoy one of the most panoramic views in the Finger Lakes from their second floor tasting room balconies. Sample their award winning wines in sun filled, spacious tasting rooms. Converse with their knowledgeable & friendly staff as they will help guide you down the path to the wine you like.

Belhurst Castle & Winery

• As the afternoon turns into evening your tour will end back at the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack at 5:00 p.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Foxes by the Shore tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to three of the wineries listed above, and all winery tastings.
• Sunday – Friday price per person is $144.00 + tax. Saturday price is an additional $10 + tax per person

We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from area accommodations or departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 10:15 a.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

A Finger Lakes family winery tradition, Torrey Ridge Winery is in the heart of Amish country with Mennonite farms surrounding the Winery. They are located half way between Geneva and Watkins Glen on the West side of New York’s beautiful Seneca Lake. You will enjoy one of the most panoramic views in the Finger Lakes from their second floor tasting room balconies. Sample their award winning wines in sun filled, spacious tasting rooms. Converse with their knowledgeable & friendly staff as they will help guide you down the path to the wine you like..

Ventosa Vineyards

Taste a variety of flavors found in Ventosa’s wines as you marvel at the view of the vineyards and Seneca Lake. The wine tasting experience at Ventosa Vineyards is second to none. Enjoy a glass of wine while overlooking the 23-acre property.

Anthony Road Wine Company

Arrive at this charming pioneering property on 100 acres of the northwestern bank of Seneca Lake. Taste through the crafted portfolio of Anne & John Martini. With the help of friends and family, they planted the first grapes, all hybrid varieties, in 1973. An array of wine is produced – from dry to dessert – with a range of tastes designed to please connoisseurs and casual aficionados alike.

White Springs Winery

Founded in 2003 by owner Carl Fribolin, White Springs Winery includes 40 acres of vineyards that produced their first full crop this harvest. White Springs Winery offers a wide selection of wines, made from grapes grown in our vineyards and crafted to appeal to every palate. Our wines make a great accompaniment to your dinner table or for any occasion.

• As the afternoon turns into evening your tour will end back at the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack at 4:00 p.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Small & Mighty tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four of the wineries listed above and all winery tastings

Would you like to add a stop for lunch on our full day Small & Mighty tour, just book our Small & Mighty lunch Tour.

Our Small & Mighty plus Lunch tour  is now the same great Full day tour PLUS a visit to Ventosa Vineyards on Seneca Lake AND a delightful lunch will be served at the Café Toscana. The lunch served comes with a glass of Wine. This  FULL DAY TOUR  includes a knowledgeable Crush Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four out of the five Wineries listed above (or alternative Wineries depending on availability), all Winery tastings, all Planning and Scheduling and Lunch.

Café Toscana at Ventosa Vineyards

Café Toscana offers a warm setting and light Mediterranean style food. Order from the rotating seasonal Menu. They offer panini, wraps, salads, homemade soups and of course our famous pizza.

• We will depart the Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack at 9:30 am and return at 5:30 pm. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Small and Mighty plus Lunch tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four or the five wineries listed above, all Planning and scheduling and all winery tastings and lunch with a glass of wine.

Seneca:  The largest of all the Finger Lakes by volume and depth. This makes it an ideal moderating influence for vineyards on the shores that sit largely in Conesus Loam Soils. We will begin with breathtaking views of the Lake and Vineyards, and visits to  THREE  of the four wineries listed surrounding Seneca Lake . Due to the Covid 19 we will choose based on availability what wineries we visit. We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from area accommodations or departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 11:30 a.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

You will taste a variety of flavors found in Ventosa’s wines as you marvel at the view of the vineyards and Seneca Lake. The wine tasting experience at Ventosa Vineyards is second to none. Enjoy a glass of wine while overlooking the 23-acre property on the northeastern shore of Lake Seneca.

Arrive at this charming pioneering property on 100 acres of the northwestern bank of Seneca Lake. Taste through the crafted portfolio of Anne & John Martini. With the help of friends and family, they planted the first grapes, all hybrid varieties, in1973. An array of wine is produced – from dry to dessert – with a range of tastes designed to please connoisseurs and casual aficionados alike.

Founded in 2003 by owner Carl Fribolin, White Springs Winery includes 40 acres of vineyards that produced their first full crop this harvest. White Springs Winery offers a wide selection of wines, made from grapes grown in our vineyards and crafted to appeal to every palate. Our wines make a great accompaniment at your dinner table or for any occasion.

• The Swift & Stellar tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to three of the wineries listed above, and all winery tastings.
• Credit card payment is required at time of booking

Seneca:  The largest of all the Finger Lakes by volume and depth. This makes it an ideal moderating influence for vineyards on the shores that sit largely in Conesus Loam Soils. We will begin with breathtaking views of the Lake and visits to  FOUR of the five wineries listed surrounding Seneca Lake . Due to the Covid 19 we will choose based on availability what wineries we visit. We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from area accommodations or departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 9:00 a.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards

Back in 1852, David Hazlitt bought 153 acres of fruit and vineyard in Hector, NY.  Over six generations various Hazlitts farmed the land, raised families and made award winning wines from the fantastic grapes the land produces.  Hazlitt is world renown for their Red Cat series of wine and produce a full line-up of varietals.

Fulkerson Winery

The 1st generation of Fulkersons started the farm in 1807. Grapes had been grown on the farm since the 1830s, but it wasn’t until a blight wiped out the raspberry industry in the 1960s that Roger Fulkerson began expanding grape plantings. They acquired Jensen Juice and began to offer fresh grape juice to home winemakers. Before they knew it, their passion grew into the Fulkerson Winery you know & love today. Steven Fulkerson represents the 7th generation of Fulkersons to work this land.

Wagner Vineyards

Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery is one of the oldest and most recognized wineries in the Finger Lakes Region of upstate New York. Centrally located on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake. Family Owned and operated, the 4th and 5th generation Wagners are in the vineyards on Seneca Lake and in the cellar to bring you the best quality Finger Lakes wine.

Lakewood Vineyards

The original grapes planted were primarily Labrusca and French-American Hybrid varieties, which were favored by the large wineries and grape juice companies. In the mid-80′s the family diversified to add some new hybrid varieties and Vinifera plantings. The commercial grape production continued for 36 years, until 1988 when they the family pressed the grapes for their first vintage, today with 80 acres of grapes planted, the farm is home to Lakewood Vineyards winery.

Barnstormer Winery

( *groups of 2-8 guests only at barnstormer during the off season).

While seated in a semi-private setting, enjoy a personalized and informative tasting at Barnstormer Winery focusing on their limited-production, handcrafted Finger Lakes wines.  The 170-year-old, renovated barn offers a rustic and relaxed setting for your wine tasting experience. Enjoy a cheese board paired with your wine tastings.  We look forward to hosting you!

• As the afternoon turns into evening your tour will end back at the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack at 3:30 p.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Seneca South & West tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four of the wineries listed above and all winery tastings.
• Group size 2-12 people.  If your group size is over 8 guests during the off season, we will substitute Barnstormer Winery with a different winery.  
• Sunday – Friday price per person is $179.00 + tax. Saturday price is an additional $10 + tax per person

Seneca South and West plus Lunch

Would you like to add a stop for lunch on our full day Seneca South and West tour, just book our Seneca South and West Lunch Tour.

Our  Seneca South and West plus Lunch tour  is now the same great Full day tour PLUS a visit to Wagner Vineyards on Seneca Lake AND a delightful lunch will be served at the Ginny Lea Cafe. The lunch served comes with a glass of Wine. This  FULL DAY TOUR  includes a knowledgeable Crush Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four out of the five Wineries listed above (or alternative Wineries depending on availability), all Winery tastings, all Planning and Scheduling and Lunch.

Ginny Lee Café at Wagner Vineyards

The Ginny Lee offers a delightful selection of foods and utilizes only the freshest fruits and vegetables in their preparation. All of our menus have been designed to complement and enhance the medal-winning estate wines of Wagner Vineyards and craft brewed beers from Wagner Valley Brewing Co.

• We will depart the Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack at 9:00 am and return at 4:30 pm. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Seneca South and West plus Lunch tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four or the five wineries listed above, all Planning and scheduling and all winery tastings and lunch with a glass of wine.
• Group size 2-12 people.  If your group size is over 8 guests, we will substitute Barnstormer Winery with a different winery.  Barnstormer’s max group size is 8 guests.
• Sunday – Friday price per person is $229.00 + tax. Saturday price is an additional $10 + tax per person

Seneca:  The largest of all the Finger Lakes by volume and depth. This makes it an ideal moderating influence for vineyards on the shores that sit largely in Conesus Loam Soils. We will begin with breathtaking views of the Lake and Vineyards, and visits to  THREE  of the four wineries listed surrounding Seneca Lake . Due to the Covid 19 we will choose based on availability what wineries we visit. We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from area accommodations or departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 10:30 a.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

While seated in a semi-private setting, enjoy a personalized and informative tasting at Barnstormer Winery focusing on  their  limited-production, handcrafted Finger Lakes wines.  The 170-year-old,  renovated barn offers a rustic and relaxed setting for your wine tasting experience. Enjoy a cheese board paired with your wine tastings.  We look forward to hosting you!

• The Seneca Lower Lake tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to three of the wineries listed above, and all winery tastings.
• Sunday – Friday price per person is $154.00 + tax. Saturday price is an additional $10 + tax per person

Vineyards, Views and Vinifera

Seneca: The largest of all the Finger Lakes by volume and depth. This makes it an ideal moderating influence for vineyards on the shores that sit largely in Conesus Loam Soils. We will begin with breathtaking views of the Lake and visits to FOUR of the five wineries listed surrounding Seneca Lake. Due to the Covid 19 we will choose based on availability what wineries we visit. We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from area accommodations or departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 9:30 a.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

Chateau LaFayette Reneau

For nearly 35 years, Chateau LaFayette Reneau has produced estate-grown vinifera wines. Their 110-acre estate provides optimal sun exposure and air flow for consistently aromatic white wines and rich, full-bodied red wines. They are home to three highly acclaimed Governor’s Cup Awards and five Jefferson Cups, in addition to innumerable other awards and gold medals. Their commitment to quality and integrity in grape growing and winemaking results in the finest Finger Lakes wines..

Tabora Farm Winery

Tabora’s wines are 100% estate-grown, harvested, and produced from 200+ acres of vines. Their current wine portfolio focuses on native and hybrid varieties and more recently has expanded on vinifera plantings. Their winemaker focuses on minimal intervention while still maintaining pristine and traditional winemaking practices in order to highlight clean, crisp, and concentrated wines sure to please a variety of palates.

Red Newt Cellars Winery

Red Newt Cellars was founded in 1998 by David and Debra Whiting.  The current production at Red Newt Cellars focuses on aromatic varieties: Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris. “Circle” Riesling, Red Newt’s most popular and widely distributed wine, shows off a classic Finger Lakes style, expressing bright aromas of tangerine and honeysuckle and an elegant palate of citrus and peach.  Red varietals include limited quantities of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Castel Grisch Winery

Located off the beaten path but just a short drive off the main road, Castel Grisch has a one-of-a-kind panoramic view of Seneca Lake. Established in 1983 the winery and tasting room sits on 200 acres of land with over 40 acres under vine. Since their founding they have striven to produce the most consistent and best quality wine, vintage to vintage. The diverse wine list features white wines such as fine viniferas including Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Chardonnay alongside Cornell hybrids Cayuga White and Traminette. Try one of North America’s most successful hybrid red grapes with our Baco Noir and Chancellor.

Magnus Ridge Winery

When you walk into Magnus Ridge Winery you are walking into old world France. With the exposed post and beams, large tasting bar and custom wine glass chandelier you will instantly feel relaxed. Browse the large selection of wine related gifts as you wonder throughout the facility. Be sure to check out the custom glassware produced by Cazenovia College out of the recycled tasting bottles.  Enjoy a cheese board paired with your wine tastings.

• The Vineyards Views, Vinifera tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four of the wineries listed above and all winery tastings.
• Group size 2-12 people. 

Vineyards, Views and Vinifera plus Lunch

Would you like to add a stop for lunch on our full day Vineyards, Views and Vinifera tour?, just book our full day Vineyards, Views and Vinifera plus Lunch Tour.

Our Vineyards, Views and Vinifera plus Lunch tour is now the same great Full day tour PLUS a visit to Tabora Farms & Cafe on Seneca Lake AND a delightful lunch will be served at the Tabora Farms & Cafe. The lunch served comes with a glass of Wine. This FULL DAY TOUR includes a knowledgeable Crush Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four out of the five Wineries listed above (or alternative Wineries depending on availability), all Winery tastings, all Planning and Scheduling and Lunch.

Tabora Farms & Café

The Tabora Farms & Cafe offers a delightful selection of foods and utilizes only the freshest fruits and vegetables in their preparation. All of our menus have been designed to complement and enhance the medal-winning estate wines of Tabora Farms Winery & Café.

• We will depart the Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack at 9:30 am and return at 5:00 pm. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**
• The Vineyards, Vines and Vinifera plus Lunch tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to FOUR or the five wineries listed above, all Planning and scheduling and all winery tastings and lunch with a glass of wine.
• Tours are 100% non-refundable. You can reschedule your tour date asap to confirm your new date is available, OR, you can receive a Gift Certificate/Credit worth the amount that you have already paid towards any Crush Beer & Wine Tour. This credit will expire a year from the date of your original tour and re-scheduling fees waived. Due to our advanced scheduling for our drivers and vehicle assignments, if your tour is canceled, missed or rescheduled within 14 days of your original tour date, a re-scheduling fee of $50 will be applied. If a tour is canceled the day before or the day of, a re-scheduling fee starting at $50/person and depending on group size, up to $100/person, may be applied due to pre-payment of tasting fees, lunches and driver’s wage. Please call us at 855-TO-CRUSH to reschedule.

Seneca: The largest of all the Finger Lakes by volume and depth. This makes it an ideal moderating influence for vineyards on the shores that sit largely in Conesus Loam Soils. We will begin with breathtaking views of the Lake and Vineyards, and visits to  THREE of the four wineries listed surrounding Seneca Lake. Due to the Covid 19 we will choose based on availability what wineries we visit. We will take your recommendations of which wineries to visit but cannot guarantee them.  Door-to-door service from area accommodations or departure from the Finger Lakes Casino and Racetrack is at 11:00 a.m. ** Pickup times may change depending on your pickup location. Please refer to email communication from Crush Beer and Wine Tours for specific pickup information.**

• The Wild Vines and Classic Wines tour includes a knowledgeable Crush Wine Country Host on the Seneca Wine Trail, transportation to four of the wineries listed above and all winery tastings.

We look forward to seeing you on your next wine tour.

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Our business is our livelihood but it is also so much more. Finger Lakes Winery Tours is a family owned and operated transportation company that offers service to any U.S. destination, no matter the distance. Finger Lakes Winery Tours was started in 2001 to fill in a void in the area by making a business that the people can place their trust in. Over the years we have never lost our commitment to our clients and that is what has allowed us to succeed. We stand committed to our purpose as we stand committed to our customers.

We are certified by NYS and Federal DOT to operate our transportation service anywhere in the US and Canada. Each of our vehicles goes through a continuous rigorous maintenance program to ensure that the vehicles are ready for the road ahead in any weather conditions.

Finger Lakes Winery Tours treats you with pure luxury as you visit the wine region. With our fleet of luxury Limousines and our certified wine tour Chauffeurs you will have a memorable and enjoyable experience. Our in house Wine Tour Experts can provide you with sample itineraries at no cost to you. All of our professionally trained Chauffeurs qualify at the highest obtainable level of certification and training so you can be assured that your driver is amongst the best in the industry.

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Guided EAST SENECA Lake Wine Tour with Lunch

Quick Details

• Map Marker Note: Pick-up time varies based on location. See below Departure Locations for specifics.
• Clock Duration: 7 Hours
• Users Ages: Ages 21+
• Calendar When: Pickups begin at 10:00 AM with last drop off at approximately 6:00 PM. Check below for specific pickup times associated with each hotel

Guided East Seneca Lake on a Wine Tour with Lunch

This tour gives guests the opportunity to experience some of the best wine in Upstate New York. East Seneca Lake is known in the region as the “banana belt” for its exceptional terroir, making it ideal for crafting dry classic European styled wines. At each winery, guests taste multiple vintages and varietals from different sites, discovering firsthand the effects of seasonal variation, age, and terroir in each glass.

The three wineries for your tour will be selected based on availability and timing and  will include 3 producers, an interactive guided tour, experiential food pairings, and a locally sourced lunch. For more information on which wineries we visit for this tour, please see the drop-down below.

Our first stop will include an interactive vineyard or production tour. You will learn about the process of making wine from soil to grape to bottle to glass. After the tour you will have a curated tasting experience with a senior tasting room associate, owner or winemaker. Your tour will be weather dependent and may focus on what is happening now in the cellar.

After your first immersive experience and tasting, you will be hosted for a locally-sourced lunch with seasonal flavors ready to warm you from the inside out. Enjoy captivating views while eating local!

After lunch we will visit 2 wineries for an guided tasting curated with an experiential pairing ranging from artisan cheese to locally crafted chocolate. You will be fully immersed in the warmth of stunning food and wine pairings.

To see the participating wineries on a given day, please visit the touring calendar. These wineries and lunch locations may be subject to change.

(as needed additional lunch destinations may be incorporated into the tour)

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Silver Thread Vineyard  will welcome you, glasses in hand. Owners Paul and Shannon Brock have built their vineyard using sustainable and biointensive farming practices. You will learn all about them on the vineyard* tour while they share with you their philosophy of sustainable farming. Afterward, you will head to their VIP wine cellar tasting room, and explore a flight of their award-winning, biointensive, small-batch wines including Rieslings, Gewurztraminers, and their very popular Blackbird red blend paired with local cheese.

Damiani Wine Cellars situated on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake is sure to impress with their elegant and nuanced wines which truly capture the terrior of the region. Be captivated by an elevated, private wine tasting paired with locally-made, hand-crafted chocolate, carefully curated to match Damiani’s award-winning red and white varietal wines. Damiani is known for consistently having some of the best red wines in the region.

Flatt Rock Wine Cellars is an exciting boutique winery on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake. Owner and grower Dave Flatt guides you through a tasting of elegant wines created in the French winemaking tradition particularly inspired by bottle-aged reds. The tasting features a locally-crafted chocolate pairing. 

At Idol Ridge Winery. head winemaker Phil Plummer, who has been making wine in New York’s Finger Lakes region for over a decade, will greet you. This experience is only available to our guests. Phil  has taken a lead role in the development and production of a wide-ranging portfolio of wines. Phil has a penchant for innovation and exploring the outer regions of what the Finger Lakes wine region is capable of producing. The result of his experience and passion are wines that are contemplative, engaging and down-right delicious.

We have had the distinct pleasure of visiting Red Newt Wine Cellars for many years! You are in for a fantastic tasting of their wines. With an award winning winemaker and a reputation for delightful Rieslings, you are sure to find something you love. They are known for their Rieslings and have a wide variety of well balanced wines. Enjoy our custom tasting there with their Hellbender port-style wine to end.

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This tour is available in three different options:

Shared Tour: Small, guided experience for up to 7 guests (2-3 different households) with knowledgeable wine professional tour guide. This is the enhanced shared group experience for which we are known, now in an extra small format.

Traditional Private Tour:  The high-quality experience you have come to expect in an E!FLX tour, now available as a private experience for 2-7 people. Comes with $15 of “Bottle Bucks” per person, that serves as cash towards wine purchases at all stops.

Premium Private Tour Upgrade:  All the enhanced features of our traditional private tour (including “Bottle Bucks”) with upgraded premium tastings at each winery. Tastings will feature limited library and reserve wines not typically offered to the public. You can upgrade your Traditional Private Tour to a Premium Private Tour for an additional $50 per person.

Want to get even more out of your private tour? Premium Private Tours offer the option to have a certified sommelier serve as your tour guide for the ultimate experience!

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• All-inclusive wine tour experience for 2-7 guests 
• Transportation provided in our 7-passenger Mercedes Metris
• Vineyard and winemaking tour at the first winery
• Private, fully-curated, enhanced, tasting experiences at each winery
• An experiential food pairing at each winery
• Locally-sourced lunch at a winery overlooking vineyards & Seneca Lake
• Added services including water and snacks on board your vehicle
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The following locations are available for pick up and drop off on our Shared Tours:

• 10:00 AM @ La Tourelle Hotel & Spa , 1150 Danby Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850
• 10:15 AM @ Hotel Ithaca , 222 S. Cayuga St., Ithaca, NY 14850
• 11:00 AM @ Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel , 16 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891

On private tours, we provide custom pick-up and drop-off at your preferred location (additional fees may apply).

• Chevron down Important Information
• Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or special considerations, and we will do our best to accommodate.
• All guests are required to verify they have read and understood our Assumption of Risk Waiver.

Guest Minimum and Maximum on Shared Tours

All Shared Tours require a  minimum of 4  total guests  in order to run the tour at the listed price. These tours will typically consist of 2-3 separate parties joining together in a shared experience, offering exceptional value for couples and small groups.

In the event that the 4 guest minimum is not met, we will contact you one week prior to the scheduled date where you will be offered the following options depending on the number of guests currently booked:

• Upgrade to a shorter private afternoon tour just for you
• Reschedule the tour for a future date at no penalty
• Cancel the reservation and receive a full refund

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Wine Tastings On Seneca Lake

Delight your taste buds with one of our popular tasting flights! We're proud to offer a variety of our world-class wines and are sure everyone will find a new favorite. Tasting flights are $9 (Flights are poured in 1oz samples). You won’t regret making us a part of your Seneca Lake wine tasting experience.

We also have a menu available with the retail packs of charcuterie and cheeses available. We do not have the ability to cut or "build" charcuterie boards per say, but we'll supply a knife and cutting board for you to enjoy your selections. Our wine tastings on Seneca Lake are unparalleled experiences that are enjoyed by tourists and locals alike.

Walk-ins welcome based upon availability, if space is available.

Groups of 1-5 people, no reservations needed Groups of 6-10 people, reservations RECOMMENDED (last tasting at 4:15pm) Groups of 11-20 people, reservations STRONGLY RECOMMENDED (last tasting at 3:00pm) Groups of 21 and more people. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED with 10 day notice, available 9:00am-2:00pm-cost $15/person

Please note that Fulkerson Winery will be closed for renovations from January 22 to February 14.

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Pick Your Own Grapes

Discover the joy of doing it yourself! Pick your own fruit at our 215 year old farm! We have Apples and Grapes in the fall - and numerous varieties. Picking times are from 9am-4:30pm every day from September 15th-October 10th. Come inside to purchase boxes/bags, or bring your own and have us weigh them first so we don't charge you for them!

U-pick by the pound, prices vary.

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Self Guided Vineyard Tour / Walk - 3.5 Miles of Trails!

The ultimate Fulkerson experience. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through vineyards, fields, and forests on our 3.5-mile trail system (the trail walks through a disc golf course, so please watch for flying discs). There are many opportunities on the walk to enjoy views of the Seneca Lake wine tour! After your walk, settle in for a wine tasting with a nibble of cheese, crackers, and charcuterie.

Walking is free, averaging 1:50 minutes for the entire trail, but the main loop is 1.5 Miles and takes approximately 45 Minutes. You can Turn Back at any time during your walk. Trail map available here

Please come between the operating hours of 10 am-5 pm. The trail is open year-round!

Taste the Trail

Coming out to explore the Finger Lakes region and interested in Seneca Lake wine tours? Stop by Fulkerson Winery, we're closer than you think!

• Glenora Wine Cellars - 1 minute drive
• Toast - 4 minute drive
• Fruit Yard Winery - 4 minute drive
• Lakewood Vineyards - 5 minute drive
• Tabora Farm and Winery - 5 minute drive
• Torrey Ridge Winery - 10 minute drive
• Earle Estates Meadery - 10 minute drive
• Castle Grisch Winery - 11 minute drive
• Miles Wine Cellars - 12 minute drive
• Anthony Road Wine Company - 17 minute drive
• Catharine Valley Winery - 17 minute drive
• Fox Run Vineyards - 19 minute drive
• Seneca Shore Wine Cellars - 19 minute drive
• J.R. Dill Winery - 20 minute drive
• Atwater Estate Vineyards - 20 minute drive
• Cheateau LaFayette Reneau - 21 minute drive
• Leidenfrost Vineyards - 24 minute drive
• Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 24 minute drive
• White Springs Winery - 25 minute drive
• Penguin Bay Winery - 26 minute drive
• Bagley's Poplar Ridge Vineyards - 26 minute drive
• Caywood Vineyards - 27 minute drive
• Belhurst Estate Winery - 28 minute drive
• Wagner Vineyards - 30 minute drive
• Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars - 30 minute drive
• Ventosa Vineyards - 35 minute drive
• Boundary Breaks Vineyard - 37 minute drive
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Discover why we’re known to give some of the best Seneca Lake wine tours at Fulkerson Winery. We offer rich flavors and breathtaking scenery of the Finger Lakes region that are second to none. Our wine tasting on Seneca Lake experience offers a delightful journey through Fulkerson-approved varietals and vintages. Plan your visit for an unforgettable time.

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SENECA LAKE WINE TRAIL

Seneca lake has more than 50 beautiful vineyards that stretch for hundreds of acres on the sloping hills that ring the lake. the seneca wine trail includes 34 of these vineyards, and draws more than half a million visitors each year to sample the fruits of the local vintners’ labors. participating wineries host tasting events throughout the year, including food and wine pairings. , visit the seneca lake wine trail website here ., seneca lake wine trail map.

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