Dr. Frank's Winery Hammondsport, New York

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Due to the Corona Virus, there is still not a lot of travel going on.  I would love to drop everything and take a trip but the problem would be getting to a location and finding little in the way of lodging or restaurants that are open.  With that in mind I thought we would do a travel blast from the past. Check out Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery....
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While traveling with the Road Scholars in NY I had the opportunity to see several wonderful wineries.  Among them was Dr. Frank's Winery.
(Quotes from their website will be in italics)

"Dr. Konstantin Frank ignited the “Vinifera Revolution” a movement that forever changed the course of wine growing in the Finger Lakes and the United States."

 First off, what is Vinifera?  I consulted Google and found this definition...a common European grape (Vitis vinifera) that is the chief source of Old World wine and table grape varieties
"In 1962, merely a decade after arriving in America, Dr. Frank founded Vinifera Wine Cellars. The winery quickly earned a reputation for spectacular Rieslings and its original planting of vines formed the backbone of New York’s world-class wines and champagnes."


The drive that day was lovely.  Blue skies and grapevines.  Nothing could make it better than a nice glass of wine.  And believe me, I did indulge in a glass of wine and I was not disappointed:-)





"Overlooking the crystal clear waters of Keuka Lake, our winery offers breath-taking views year-round. Situated in the former home of Dr. Konstantin Frank, our main tasting room is both cozy and welcoming."  

The tasting room was very nice.  We spent a lot of time learning about and tasting the wines.


Dr. Frank Wines
9749 Middle Road Hammondsport, NY 14840 
Phone: 800-320-0735

If you find yourself in the Finger Lakes region of NY I suggest you visit Dr. Franks.  
You will love it!
Happy Travels and Wine Tastings.
KathieyV:-)

Comments

  1. J. A. BusfieldJanuary 24, 2017 at 4:05 PM

    That red flower! Beautiful!! So, how did the Riesling here compare to the one at Cloer Family Vineyards?

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  2. Kathiey's WorldJanuary 25, 2017 at 7:43 AM

    Thanks for stopping by J.A. I would say it was a bit less sweet then the one here in NC. Both are wonderful in their own way:-)

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  3. UnknownJanuary 26, 2017 at 8:56 PM

    It looks like a beautiful area! I'm hoping to check out the Finger Lakes area soon; I'll have to look this up when I go!

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    1. Kathiey's WorldJanuary 27, 2017 at 7:56 AM

      if you go be sure and go to Watkins Glenn Park and hike the gorge. Beautiful. The Great Western Winery is lovely be sure and go there too:-)

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