Eastern Promises: Appellations and Precision
Jim Meyers, Viticulture Specialist
Eastern New York Commercial Horticulture
Viticultural diversity is central to the collective identity of eastern New York wine culture. From the viewpoint of a consumer, diversity is manifest in a broad variety of grape cultivars and wine styles ranging from local expressions of ancient Bordeaux blends in the Hudson Valley, to the recently developed and less globally recognized grapes and wine styles of the Champlain Valley. There are additional brand differentiators across the region such as local history, varying philosophies of chemical use in the vineyard, and favored enological techniques, bot the products are significantly constrained by the expression of one key evolutionary force: local air temperature.
Eastern Promises: Appellations and Precision (pdf; 2821KB)
Upcoming Events
Wine Sensory Evaluation Workshop
April 26, 2024 : Wine Sensory Evaluation Workshop
Staatsburg, NY
In collaboration with Jeremy Schuster, Viticulture Specialist at the ENYCHP, Dr. Anna Katharine Mansfield and Chris Gerling, Enology Extension Specialists with the Cornell Craft Beverage Institute, will be presenting a wine production-focused, interactive workshop on sensory evaluation.
What is my vine trying to tell me?
May 15, 2024 : What is my vine trying to tell me?
Plattsburgh, NY
Are your grapevines showing signs of discoloration or stunted growth? Don't ignore these warning signs! Join us on May 15th at the Cliton County CCE office to learn about the essential nutrients that grapevines require to thrive, identify the symptoms of nutrient deficiencies, and how to fix them. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your grapevine cultivation skills! Attendance is free, but registration is required.
How man's best friend can help find Spotted Lanternfly
May 21, 2024
Millbrook, NY
Come and join us at the Dutchess County CCE office on May 21st for a special demonstration by Jennifer Fimbel, the Agriculture and Horticulture Program Leader with Dutchess County CCE. You will get to see her SLF K9 Cole in action as they demonstrate how man's best friend can be used to detect the Spotted Lanternfly. Attendance is free, but registration is required