What is now the bustling financial capital of the world was actually the first region to have grapes planted in New York State. Dutch settlers planted grapes on what is now Manhattan in the mid 1600’s. The vinifera grape stock they had brought with them from Europe could not survive, however, and later plantings in the state were based on native or hybrid varieties. Eventually it was discovered that vinifera canes could be grafted onto native rootstock and this made it possible for the New York wine industry to mirror the diversity found in the City that occupies Manhattan Island today. This diversity is one fo the strengths of our wine industries – just as it is one of the keys to what makes New York City the dynamic and exciting city that it is.
A note on “Viticultural Areas”—The Federal Government (Department of the Treasury, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms) considers and approves “viticultural areas” similar to the “appellations of origin” in France, which may be used on wine labels and in advertisements. While New York City is not a designated viticultural area, wine produced here obviously can be labeled New York State wine (as long 85 %of the grapes used were grown in New York).
Follow the Grapes …
… to the wine regions, along the wine trails, and to individual wineries.
Look for these signs.
Uncork New York City Calendar
May, 2008
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