Hammondsport

Keuka Lake Vineyards was founded in 1993 by Mel Goldman, after he and his wife fell in love with the Finger Lakes on a camping trip the year prior. With his passion for the area, combined with a dream to one day plant a vineyard after several farming experiences earlier in life and a love for fine wine, so began Keuka Lake Vineyards. 

In the early years, the Vineyard sold its crop to local wineries. As the years passed and the vines matured, Mel quickly saw the quality of his grapes and in 2005 he committed to making KLV’s first vintage. 

Today, KLV’s estate vineyards have grown substantially to include 40 acres on the east and west slopes of the southern end of Keuka Lake. They grow six varietals, both vinifera and hybrids, and have an intense focus on respect and honor for the land, growing as a sustainable vineyard. 

KLV strongly affirms that there are both vinifera and hybrids that can make beautiful wines, and has the accolades to back it up - twice winning Best Red Wine in New York State with their Leon Millot, and garnering several 90+ point scorings over the years across varietals. At KLV, it distills down to knowing what varietals can produce beautiful wine in the area, tending to them and the land well, and giving them a winemaking backbone to shine.

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A wine label from Keuka Lake Vineyards featuring a beige, textured background. It states the wine is Blaufränkisch 2024 from Finger Lakes, with alcohol content of 11.8%.

‘24 Blaufrankisch

This beautiful presentation of Blaufrankisch (also known as Lemberger) presents scents of blueberry, raspberry and black tea, with floral undertones. The palate has a structured elegance that is bright and soft at the same time. Raspberry, plum, and subtle black pepper on the finish.

11.8% ABV

Wine label for Keuka Lake Vineyards' 2023 Dry Riesling, Finger Lakes, with an abstract background of a lake scene.

‘23 Dry Riesling

A crisp, tart and light Dry Riesling, with a touch of lime zest and green apple. A beautiful and approachable Dry Riesling.

11.1% ABV

Wine label for Keuka Lake Vineyards KLV Red 2021 from New York, describing it as a red table wine with 10.7% alcohol by volume.

‘21 KLV RED

This red blend of DeChaunac, Merlot, and Syrah gives rich ripe red fruit and berries on the nose. That juiciness continues on the palate, with a hint of vanilla, and a smooth, pleasant finish.

10.7% ABV

Label for Keuka Lake Vineyards 2023 Seyval Blanc pétillant naturel sparkling wine, with illustrations of grape clusters on the left and right sides, black and white striped border, and text providing product details and health warnings.

‘23 Seyval Blanc Petillant Naturel

This unfined, unfiltered Pet Nat has a delightful crisp nose, with a mineral driven palate balancing melon, crisp green apple, lime zest, and a touch of white flower. A beautiful and unique light bubbly!

10.7% ABV

Close-up of a wine label for Keuka Lake Vineyards Vignoles 2022, Finger Lakes, estate-grown, with 12.1% alcohol content.

‘22 Vignoles

This Vignoles is dry and floral, with a strong backbone and good acidity. It shows on the nose with lime zest, quince, and honeysuckle, complemented by a bright and textured palate.

12.1% ABV