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The largest grape-growing region east of the Rockies
2012 Special Events • Event Hours: Friday 12 - 5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm
Lake Erie Wine Country continues to include Fridays for our Trail-wide events! No increase in price, just more time to enjoy all
that we offer. Ticket holders provide their own transportation, choose their own itinerary and visit the wineries in any order.
One winery is designated as the pick-up point for your ticket, event wine glass, a great gift, a recipe booklet
and a $5 voucher for wine purchase. Order your tickets online via PayPal.
Lake Erie Wine Country,
formerly the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Wine Trail,
promises a picturesque combination of small historic villages,
lakes, unspoiled woods and farmland, cozy inns, quaint shops and
unique restaurants. Enjoy it all as you visit our 23 wineries
and taste award-winning wines.
January 13th, 14th, 15th & 16th
Bare the Barrels – “A White Sale”
December 26th – January 2nd
Holiday Week at the Wineries
FREE EVENT
We are clearing the tanks and barrels to prepare for 2012
releases. Find the bargains and stock up on your favorite wines.
No tickets or reservations necessary.
(Excluding New Years Day)
FREE EVENT
Visit the wineries over the holiday break! Got cabin fever?
A wine tour provides a perfect outing for guests and relatives.
No tickets or reservations necessary.
February 17th, 18th & 19th
Wine & Chocolate Weekend
$35/person
Calling all Lovers! This Valentine’s treat is especially for you.
Wineries will pair their own splendid chocolate creations with
a delightful wine accompaniment. Sponsored by Finney’s
Chocolates.
April 14th
Wine & Art Saturday
P.O. Box 44
Westfield, NY 14787
1-877-326-6561
www.lakeeriewinecountry.org
Savor the wine...
and bask in the
warmth of our
hospitality!
FREE EVENT
Art and Wine is a natural pairing! Enjoy wine tastings amidst
artworks created by artists from the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art
Trail and the North East Arts Council. Special opportunities
to converse with the artists as they work; a schedule of art
demonstrations will be available online.
May 18th, 19th & 20th
Wine & Cheese Weekend
$35/person
Visit all the wineries for fabulous cheeses and special fare,
each paired with a complementary wine. Cheese provided by
Yancey’s Fancy. A unique way to celebrate Mother’s Day!
November 2nd, 3rd & 4th or 9th, 10th & 11th
Harvest Wine Weekends
www.lakeeriewinecountry.org
1-877-326-6561
www.Facebook.com/LakeErieWineCountry
Twitter: @LakeErieWines
$35/person
Choose the weekend that suits you best, then come ready
to celebrate the fall harvest. Sample delicious autumn fare
paired with inspired wine choices. We think you’ll be
thankful you did!
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DESIGNATED DRIVER TICKETS available for $20.
SORRY, no refunds; but tickets are transferable!
NOT ALL WINERIES participate in all events.
NOTE ON BUSES: We reserve the right to limit
the number of large groups purchasing tickets for
our events. Incentive offered for attending events on
Friday or Sunday. Please see our policy online.
EVENT SPONSORS
Finney’s Chocolate Shoppe
24688 Hwy. 99, Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
Ph: (814) 398-8009 or (814) 573-3099
www.finneyschocolates.com
“We raise our glass to you...
Nothing Tastes Better Than Chocolate...
and a Great Glass of Wine”
Specializing in Weddings, Showers, Corporate Events, Private
Parties, and Special Gifts. Voted #1 Chocolatier in Chocolate Poll of
NW Pennsylvania (Sept. 2011, goerie.com – blog Chew On It).
Yancey’s Fancy
857 Main Road, Corfu, NY 14036
Ph: 585-599-4448
www.yanceysfancy.com
Throughout its sixty plus year history, Yancey’s Fancy (Kutter’s Cheese) has
established a reputation for high quality, innovative products. In recent
years, Yancey’s Fancy has launched in excess of forty five new and exciting
varieties of cheeses that reintroduced the flavors that made New York
famous for handcrafted cheddar cheeses many years ago. Yancey’s Fancy
continues to create new varieties of products with several new products
ready for introduction into the market in the near future.
Order tickets online via PayPal: www.lakeeriewinecountry.org
Order by mail to: PO Box 44, Westfield, NY 14787 • 1-877-326-6561
21 Brix Winery
6654 West Main Road • Portland, NY 14769
716-792-2749 • Email: [email protected] • www.21Brix.com
21 Brix Winery - where it all comes together.
We offer something for everyone with our
distinctive wines created from family-owned
vineyards. 21 Brix is surrounded by grape
vineyards and cherry orchards, which provide
a beautiful backdrop to enjoy finely crafted wine. Come and visit
our spacious tasting room, sample our wines and browse our gift
shop. Large groups, buses and limos are welcome; an appointment
is appreciated. Experience the newest addition to Lake Erie Wine
Country! W+V
Burch Farms
Country Market & Winery
9210 Sidehill Road • North East, PA 16428 • 814-725-0747
Email: [email protected] • www.burchfarmswineshop.com
Burch Farms, with its breathtaking
views of Lake Erie, is in its sixth
generation of operation. The
winery opened in the spring of
2009. The market offers a variety
of seasonal produce items, an
in-house bakery, and wine sampling; specializing in fruit wines.
Check our web site for dates and times of seasonal family-oriented
events. Located 3 miles off I-90 between the Harborcreek and Rt.
89 North East exits. Open year round. Tasting & Sales 10-8 Summer,
10-6 Winter. W+V
Arrowhead Wine Cellars
Courtyard Wineries
12073 East Main Road • North East, PA 16428
814-725-5509 • www.arrowheadwine.com
10021 West Main Road • North East, PA 16428 • 814-725-0236
Email: [email protected] • www.courtyardwineries.com
Since 1998, owners Nick and
Kathy Mobilia have been producing
internationally recognized awardwinning wines using only the finest
European, Native and Hybrid grapes, mostly grown on their 250
acre farm. We boast one of the region’s largest winery gift shops,
featuring unique gifts from around the world. Plenty of free parking
and fully handicapped accessible. Conveniently located just off
Interstate 90 at exit 45 on U.S. Route 20. Hours: 10-6 Mon.-Sat.;
Noon-5 Sun. Winter and Spring hours vary. Closed some holidays. W+V
The area’s newest winery offers
a most unique experience - two
distinct brands of fine wine, two
separate tasting bars, all in one
beautiful location. Courtyard’s
LaCourette line offers varietal
selections that please the most discriminating palate. Our Barjo Bons
(“crazy friends”) line of creative blends creates a fun atmosphere as
you enjoy delicious wines. Both brands deliver exceptional taste
and distinctive quality. Visit or click courtyardwineries.com. Wine
tasting and tours available. Hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day Mon.Sat. 10 to 7; Sun. Noon to 5; September - May Mon. - Sat.,10 to 5:30,
Sun. Noon to 5. W+ V
Blueberry Sky Farm Winery
10243 NE Sherman Rd. (Chaut. Co. 6)• South Ripley, NY 14775
Phone & Fax: 716-252-6535 • Email: [email protected]
www.blueberryskyfarm.com
Blueberry Sky Farm is the area’s only all fruit
winery. The small winery proudly makes
high quality old fashioned wines. Blueberry,
elderberry, dandelion, honey, rhubarb,
plum, raspberry and more are available for
tasting. The farm also makes unique cooking wines such as tomato,
garlic, and jalapeno. Wine jelly and vinegar made with farm grown
herbs are also for sale. Organic blueberries are available July and
August. Hours: May - Dec: Mon-Sat, 10-6; Sun 12-5 / Jan - April: Sat
10-5; Sun 12-5; Mon- Fri, call first. W+V
Heritage Wine Cellars
12160 East Main Road • North East, PA 16428
814-725-8015 • 1-800-747-0083 • Fax: 814-725-8654
Email: [email protected] • www.heritagewine.biz
Established in 1977, Heritage is a thirdgeneration owned winery where you
can taste anything from a traditional
American Niagara to a European
Chardonnay.
We also offer a wide
selection of Specialty wines, such as Peach,
Elderberry and our famous Almonderia.
With over 50 varieties to choose from,
you’ll be sure to find one you’ll enjoy. Located off I-90
exit 45. Open year-round: April-Dec. 10-6; Tastings & Sales:
Jan.-March 12-5. W+V
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Portage Hill Art Gallery
6439 South Portage Road, Route 394, between Westfield & Mayville
Westfield, NY 14787 • Ph: 716-326-4478
Email: [email protected] • www.portagehillgallery.com
Portage Hill Art Gallery is the studio and gallery of well-known clay artist and
painter, Audrey Kay Dowling. It also features the artwork of over 200 regional &
national artists. Renown for high quality art and customer service, the gallery is also
the custom framing studio of Donald Dowling. Donald uses his exquisite sense of
color & design to create archival framing for your treasures. Call for current hours.
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Ripley Country Market
66 East Main Street Ripley, NY 14775
Ph: 716-736-3276
Seasonal, Farm-fresh local produce; Full Deli of Troyer meats & cheeses; Jams
& canned goods; Snacks & Candies; Noodles; Flowers, plants, cards & gifts;
Cappuccino & Doughnuts! Monday-Friday: 6am-9pm, Saturday: 7am-8pm,
Sunday: 8am-6pm.
Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau
PO Box 1441, Chautauqua Main Gate, Rt. 394, Chautauqua, NY 14722
Ph: 866-908-4569 • www.tourchautauqua.com
For trip planning information, accommodations directory and a free travel guide
contact the Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau 866-908-ILNY (4569) or visit
www.tourchautauqua.com.
Chautauqua Limousine Service
5464 Genesee St., Lancaster, NY 14086
Ph: 716-683-7455 • 1-800-695-5515
Email: [email protected]
www.chautauqualimousine.com
Serving the Western New York region, offering Sedans, Limousines, Vans,
LimoBuses, Mini Coaches from 1-34 + passengers. Private and Scheduled Wine
tours, available year round. Call today to schedule your wine trail excursion.
Concord Grape Belt Heritage Association
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Sugar Shack Farm Gift Shop
Fruit Syrups - Maple Products • 7904 Route 5, Westfield, NY 14787
Ph: 716-269-9393 or 716-326-3351 • www.sugarshack1.com
Free syrup tasting on ice cream! 27 varieties of fruit syrups. Maple products.
Guided Maple & Grape farm tours to Lake Erie Cliffs by reservation. Open 1-4PM
Thursday thru Monday. Other times by chance or appointment.
P.O. Box 194, Westfield, NY 14787
The Concord Grape Belt is the oldest and largest Concord grape growing region in
the world, beginning in Harborcreek, PA and continuing to Silver Creek, NY. The
Association recognizes our grape heritage and continues to build for the future.
Visit our website for more at www.concordgrapebelt.org
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Yerico Farms
3186 East Main Road (Rt. 20), Dunkirk, NY 14048
Ph: 716-673-1271 • Email: [email protected] • www.yericofarms.com
A seasonal country market brimming with fresh homegrown fruits and vegetables,
June-October. Offering baked goods, kettle corn, honey, maple syrup, jams & jellies,
all from our wonderful county of Chautauqua. Come visit us for a taste of summer!
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La Grand Elite Limousine has a variety of limousines
& buses to accommodate you on your wine tour. From
our 4 passenger Sedan to our 26 passenger Party Bus
& everything in between. Our experienced drivers
will safely take you to the wineries of your choice
in comfort & style.
814.725.8339
TOURISM & TRANSPORTATION
Adventure Limousine
428 Lakeshore Dr. E, Dunkirk, NY 14048 • Ph: 716-366-0480 • 1-800-419-7423
Email: [email protected] • www.limoadventures.com
Planning a wine tour? Leave the driving to us! Our prompt, courteous chauffeurs
have firsthand knowledge of all the local wineries. Adventure Limousine is nestled
right in the heart of the wine trail providing service with sedans and stretch
limousines. Visit our website for more information.
Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce
10785 Bennett Road, Dunkirk NY 14048
512 Falconer Street, Jamestown NY 14701
Ph: 716-366-6200 or 716-484-1101 • www.chautauquachamber.org
With some 20,000 acres of vineyards, Chautauqua is the largest grape growing
county in the United States outside of California. Yet wineries are just a part of
what the region has to offer for businesses and for tourists. To learn more, visit our
web site at www.chautauquachamber.org.
Findley Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 211, Findley Lake, NY 14736
Ph: 716-769-7609 • Email: chamber@findleylakeinfo.org
www.findleylakeinfo.org
Findley Lake, New York - Come for the Day or to Stay - Shop, Dine or Play!
Shopping • Dining • Lodging • Skiing • Golfing. Minutes from Chautauqua-Lake
Erie Wine Trail.
North East Chamber Of Commerce
17 East Main Street, North East, PA 16428
Ph: 814-725-4262 • Fax: 814-725-3994
www.nechamber.org
Tucked in the northern corner of Pennsylvania, hugging the shores of Lake Erie,
a small piece of America still thrives. The birth place of grape juice, fine wines,
specialty shops, fishing and festivals. Come spend an hour or a few days, there is
plenty to do! Home of the Wine Country Harvest Festival: September 28-30, 2012.
Michael’s Italian Restaurant
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20 South Lake Street, North East, PA 16428
814-725-9202
Established 1987 in the heart of downtown North East on
Route 89, just south of Main Street. Specializing in Italian
& American cuisine; Over 100 menu items! Purchase wine
from the Wine Trail wineries and enjoy while dining with us!
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Cross Roads Farm & Craft Market
6017 Sherman-Westfield Road, County Road 21, Westfield, NY 14787
Ph: 716-326-6278 • Fax: 716-326-6800 • www.TheCrossRoadsMarket.com
Email: [email protected]
Save Saturdays for Cross Roads – Fun, food, shopping and more! Over 40 shops
featuring handcrafted treasures, collectibles, eateries, and special events. Open
every Saturday 9am to 5pm. Call for more information.
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Rocco’s
44 Orchard Street, Fredonia, NY 14063 • 716-679-0044
Upscale Italian restaurant with a casual atmosphere. Business Hours:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, Open 4pm –9pm, Friday and Saturday,
Open 4pm – 10pm.
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Webb’s Captain’s Table Restaurant
115 W. Lake Rd - Rt. 394 • Mayville, NY • Ph: 716-753-3960
www.webbscaptainstable.com
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Zebro’s Harbor House
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Grape Country Candles
2787 Main Road, Rt. 20, Sheridan, NY 14135
Ph: 716-672-4117 • www.grapecountrycandles.com
“The Highly Fragrant Candle!” Marcie Martin makes her own soywax/beeswax
candles right in her Sheridan shop! Stop in, right next to Liberty Winery. Gift shop
has an abundance of wine scents, including Concord Grape! Plus cocktail candles,
votives, pillars, jars & tea lights. Over 250 fragrances available & there’s always a
Sale going on! Choose Grape Country Candles for your Wedding centerpieces or
favors for your next event. Customizable candles!
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8254 First St., Barcelona, Westfield, NY 14787
Ph: 716.326.2017 • www.zebrosharborhouse.com
Zebro’s Harbor House is located on the shores of beautiful Lake
Erie. If you are looking for a perfect view and gorgeous sunsets, then
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Zebro’s is the place. We have a variety of menu choices from steaks,
seafood, and pasta to pizza and wings. You can enjoy a meal in our
spacious dining room with a view of the lake or outside on our patio. Enjoy a drink at our Tiki
Bar, a walk on the beach or relax at our firepit. Zebro’s has a full bar with many local wines.
Barker Chocolate Box
9704 Townline Road, Barker, NY 14012 • www.barkerchocolatebox.com
Candies and homemade fudge of various flavors all created with the finest
ingredients in small batches. The finest Peanut Butter Cups, Truffles, Nut Brittles,
Barks, Carmel Squares are available as well as special order items. We also carry
seasonal items throughout the year and create cookie and chocolate plates for
your holiday needs. Try our Grampy’s Apple Elderberry Pie filling made with our
home-grown elderberries and NYS apples. Wedding favors, chocolate or cookie
plates available for your Special Day. Open house before Christmas and Easter
each year. Open by appointments only or at various locations. 716-572-4940
Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art Trail
North Shore Arts Alliance • P.O. Box 1301 • Dunkirk, NY 14048
Ph: 716-269-9811 • www.chautauquaarttrail.com
Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art Trail Open Studio Tours: Memorial Day Weekend, May
26-27 and June 2-3, 2012, 10 am - 5 pm. North Shore Arts Alliance invites you
to meet 25 artists in their studios along Chautauqua County’s Wine Trail. Visit
www.chautauquaarttrail.com – learn about the artists, request a brochure, and
get detailed directions to the artist’s locations. North Shore Arts Alliance–Keeping
Art Personal.
Mazza Vineyards
11815 E. Lake Rd. • North East, PA 16428 • 814-725-8695
Toll-Free: 800-796-9463 • Email: [email protected]
www.mazzawines.com • facebook.com/mazzawines
Johnson Estate Winery, the oldest estate winery in
New York, celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2011
with an expanded and remodeled tasting room and
a new celebratory sparkling wine. Grapes from our
110-acres of vineyards are carefully tended to make
over 25 prize-winning wines including Riesling
and vinifera wines, American Heritage wines,
port, sherry, and ice wines. As an “estate” winery,
we control the process from “bud to bottle,” insuring that quality,
not quantity, is the governing principle. Visit our website, meet us
on Facebook, or call any day. Hours: 10-6, 7 days, year-round. W+V
Since 1973, Mazza has been
successfully blending the ancient art
of winemaking with the most modern
techniques and equipment. Fine wines
are born from the highest quality
wine grapes and we work intimately
with select growers in the Lake Erie Wine Region to craft only
the finest wines at our winery. Tours available. Buses and limos by
appointment; phone orders welcome. W+V
Lakeview Wine Cellars
Merritt Estate Winery
8440 Singer Road • North East, PA 16428 • 814-725-4440
Email: [email protected] • www.lakeviewwinecellars.com
2264 King Road • Forestville, NY 14062
888-965-4800 • 716-965-4800 • www.merrittestatewinery.com
Email: [email protected]
Lakeview Wine Cellars is located in the
center of Lake Erie Wine Country. We are
a small boutique winery that takes pride in
producing premium oak-aged wines. Our
rolling vineyard, wine bottle-shaped pond
and views of Lake Erie make it a great place
to enjoy a picnic lunch or a glass of wine. We are located 1.25 miles
from Exit 45 on I-90 making us an easy destination. Summer hrs: Mon.
10-6; Tues. & Wed., By chance; Thurs.-Sat. 10-6; Sun. 12-5. Winter hrs:
Mon. 11-5; Tues. & Wed., By chance; Thurs.-Sat. 11-5; Sun. 12-5. W+V
Established in 1976, our winery is familyowned and operated. We have been making
premium, award-winning table wines for over
30 years. Year-round wine tasting and winery
tours are available. Wine festivals are held in
June, August and September. Our picnic
pavilion is available to rent for all occasions and
we offer full catering for your convenience.
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10-5; Sun. 12-5. W+V
Liberty Vineyards & Winery
2861 US-20 (Main Rd.) • Sheridan, NY 14135
716-672-4520 • Fax 716-672-4521 • www.libertywinery.com
New York Wine & Culinary Center
ATTRACTIONS & SHOPPING
Johnson Estate Winery
8419 US Route 20 West •Westfield, NY 14787
800-Drink-NY OR 716-326-2191 • www.johnsonwinery.com
800 South Main Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
Ph: 585-394-7070 • Email: [email protected] • www.nywcc.com
Sample New York all in one place! Enjoy lunch or dinner in the casual dining
atmosphere of the Taste of NY Restaurant, try a flight of NYS wine, beer or spirits in
the Tasting Room, discover a unique gift in the Gift Boutique, reserve space in the
Sands Gallery for your private party or reception, or enroll in a variety of classes.
Visit our website for a detailed list of classes and events. Open year-round.
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North East Marina
11950 East Lake Road, North East, PA 16428
Ph: 814-725-8244 • Email: [email protected] • www.northeastmarina.com
Full Service Marina In a Rural Setting Located In Wine Country! 220 Slips,
Bait & tackle shop, Boat & motor sales, Service shop, Both inside & outside
storage. Open seasonally April 15th through October 15th. North East
Marina is owned by the Pa. Fish & Boat Commission and operated by North East
Marine Services, Inc. Come and enjoy beautiful sunsets and world class fishing!
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Panama Rocks Park
11 Rock Hill Road, P.O. Box 176, Panama, NY 14767 • Ph: 716-782-2845
Email: [email protected] • www.panamarocks.com
Chautauqua’s scenic wonder. Explore an enchanting world set amid an ancient
forest; half a mile of towering rocks; cavernous dens; hundreds of passageways;
deep crevices; small caves; hike & explore (self-guided); gigantic natural
playground; wonderful family recreation; Adult supervision required; admission
charge; no pets; open Early May – Late October. 10am-5pm daily.
Family owned and committed to producing
award-winning wines to please every palate.
Owners Gary and Pam Burmaster believe
that “Great Vines Make Great Wines” and are
dedicated to creating delightful wines made
from locally-grown grapes (most are from
the Burmaster family’s own vineyards - some
of which have been in the family since the 1860s). For an unforgettable
experience, stop by the beautiful tasting room, see the state-of-the-art
winemaking facility and savor the delicious wines. W+V
Noble Winery
8630 Hardscrabble Road •Westfield, NY 14787
716-326-WINE (326-9463) • Email: [email protected]
www.noblewinery.com
Come and enjoy wine from Noble Winery
high on the hills overlooking a spectacular view
of vineyards and Lake Erie. This farm winery
produces wine that will delight the palate of
the most discriminating connoisseurs. Come
and enjoy a glass of Noble fine wine. Hours:
10-6 seven days a week May through Oct. 10-5
Nov. through April. Until 8 Fri. & Sat. July & Aug. W+V
Mazza Chautauqua Cellars
4717 Chautauqua Stedman Road • Mayville, NY 14757
716-269-3000 • facebook.com/mazzawines
Email: [email protected] • mcc.mazzawines.com
Located
near
the
Chautauqua
Institution, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars’
Mediterranean
style
architecture
welcomes visitors year-round. A view
of the handcrafted copper pot still is the
winery’s centerpiece. Wine and Eau de
Vie (fruit brandy) are featured along with a selection of light fare and
desserts from the café. Expect to see new offerings from the distillery in
2012, including a variety of whiskeys. W
Penn Shore Vineyards
10225 East Lake Road • North East, PA 16428
814-725-8688 • www.pennshore.com
As one of the largest, and longest established
wineries in the state, we strive to produce the
finest varietals and blends from European and
American wine grapes grown nearby. Enjoy
a glass of wine while sitting on our patio
surrounded by hundreds of acres of grapes.
Or simply browse through our large retail and
tasting rooms. W+V
Presque Isle Wine Cellars
South Shore Wine Company
9440 West Main Road • North East, PA 16428 • 814-725-1314
800-488-7492 • Email: [email protected] • www.piwine.com
1120 Freeport Road • North East, PA 16428
814-725-1585 • ss.mazzawines.com
We have been producing award-winning wines
since 1969 that we are proud to share with our
visitors. Our rich history, carefully crafted wines,
and romantic vineyard presence, make us a ‘must
stop’ along your trail. From our full-bodied, dry
red wines to our sweet ice style wine, you’re sure
to find something to please your palate! Hours:
Our new tasting room: The Isle House: Wed.-Sat. 11-6, Sun. 11-4
(Jan.-April). Mon.-Sat. 11-6, Sun. 11-4 (May-Dec.). Supply House:
Mon.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-Noon, Closed Sun. W+V
Historic Wine Cellar, Banquet Facility,
Seasonal Café. Originally established in the
early 1860s and recently re-established by the
Mazza Family in 2007, the South Shore Wine
Company is one of the oldest wine brands in
the Lake Erie Region. Visit our historic tasting
room located in the impressive stone cavern
and cellar; the original home to Erie County’s
first commercial winery. Buses and limos by
appointment; phone orders welcome. WO
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The Spencer Hotel & Spa
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A Unique Destination in the Heart of Chautauqua Institute
25 Palestine Avenue, Chautauqua, NY 14722
Ph: 800-398-1306 • www.thespencer.com
The only literary themed, four-season resort offering special packages and spa
services. All our special packages include gourmet breakfast and professional
hospitality. Perfect for reunions, retreats, seminars and small weddings. The
Spencer...more captivating than opening your favorite storybook.
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Snow Ridge Motel
6023 Portage Road, Route 394, Mayville, NY 14757
Ph: 716-753-2712 • www.snowridgemotel.com
Quiet, comfortable rooms located in the rolling hills of Chautauqua. Luxury suite
with heart-shaped Jacuzzi. Country cottage and efficiency units available.
DINING
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Boston Bean Café
12 S. Lake St. North East, PA 16428 • 814-725-0750
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Quincy Cellars Winery
Sparkling Ponds Winery
10606 Route 20 • Ripley, NY 14775 • 716-736-2021
Email: [email protected] • www.quincycellars.com
10661 West Lake Road • Ripley, NY 14775 • 716-736-4525
Email: [email protected] • www.sparklingponds.com
Quincy Cellars is the premier winery and banquet
facility in the Lake Erie Appellation. In our completely
revamped 130+ year old barn, the original beams are
combined with a contemporary, minimalist décor,
epitomizing where old meets new. The stone wine
cellar and undulating bar makes for a unique and
memorable respite. Our banquet possibilities are endless with the
fresh ambiance of the rejuvenated barn, the array of spaces available
throughout the building to accommodate small or large parties, and
for the contemporary menus prepared from scratch in our on-site
commercial kitchen. Our professional staff is eager to serve you! W+V
Sparkling Ponds Winery combines an idyllic
setting with sumptuous offerings that are sure
to please the beginner and connoisseur wine
drinker alike. Our products include sparkling
and true Ice Wines; our biggest seller, the semisweet “Woman Pleaser”; regional specialties;
and fine vinifera reds and whites that are second
to none. Join us in the friendly atmosphere of
our beautifully appointed tasting room. Stroll our vineyards and
picnic near our ponds. Located less than one mile from the Ripley
exit off of I-90 on scenic U.S. Route 5. Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11-5, Fri.
& Sat. 10-6; (June-Oct.) Sun.-Thurs. 11-5, Fri. & Sat. 10-7. Call for
winter hours. W+V
Sensory Winery & Art Gallery
Allison Cihiwsky - Artist
10599 Route 20 • Ripley, NY 14775
716-736-2444 • Email: [email protected]
The vision for Sensory Winery and Art Gallery
is to meld the perception of our senses into one
location. Sensory Winery seeks to deliver an
appreciation for the arts through a variety of
media including artwork, wine, music, video
commentary, and a blend of steel, concrete, and
wood construction. Enjoy! WO
Seven Vines Winery
7540 East Main Street, Route 20 • Westfield, NY 14787
716-326-6672 • Email: [email protected] • www.7vineswinery.com
Our wines were formerly produced on King Road in Sheridan
under a different label, now produced by Seven
Vines. From the vineyard to the bottle, Seven
Vines Winery owners work hard to ensure that
the wine you drink is crafted with great passion
every step of the way. All of our wines are a result
of 30 years of vineyard management combined
with 25 years of winemaking mastery. Stop in to
taste our wine and visit. Hours: Nov-May, Thurs-Mon, 11-5; Jun-Oct,
Fri & Sat 10-6, Sun-Thurs 11-5. W
St. Elmo Accommodations
1 Pratt Avenue, Chautauqua, NY 14722 • Ph: 716-357-3566
Email: [email protected] • www.chautauquaarea.com
The St. Elmo is Chautauqua’s finest accommodations, located on the corner of
Bestor Plaza in the heart of Chautauqua Institution. Open year round, studios, one
& two bedroom suites.
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Casual dining in an authentic café atmosphere. Enjoy soups,
specialty salads, panini sandwiches or pastries while relaxing.
Lattes, cappuccinos, smoothies and unique coffee blends. Free wireless internet.
View local artist’s works and treat yourself to a bowl of artisan ice creams made
in small batches on site. Be sure to take a break and stop at “The Bean.”
Open Mon. - Fri: 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Sat: 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (extended hours
during summer months and festivals). IN-HOUSE ROASTED COFFEE.
Vineyard Bed & Breakfast
10757 Sidehill Road, North East, PA 16428 • Ph: 888-725-8998
Email: [email protected] • www.vineyardbb.com
Our large country home can be your home away from home with five beautifully
decorated rooms, all with private bath, TV, and AC. Enjoy a cup of coffee in our
gazebo overlooking the countryside and Lake Erie.
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Vetter Vineyards Winery
Eclectic American cuisine in a comfortably
distinctive atmosphere. Serving dinner
Tuesday-Saturday from 5-9pm, lounge
opens later for cocktails. Reservations highly
recommended.
8005 Prospect Station Road (off Route 20) • Westfield, NY 14787
716-326-3100 • Email: [email protected] • www.vetterwinery.com
Vetter Vineyards is producing wines with
one of New York’s most experienced
winemakers. Our wines are made from
Native, Hybrid and Vinifera grapes from
our vineyards in the classic estate tradition.
Our gift shop features gourmet foods and
many wine related gifts. Enjoy a chilled bottle or a glass of wine
at our beautiful hillside location. Hours: Open Thurs.- Mon. 11-5 all
year. Available Tues. and Wed. by appt. or chance. W+V
FORTE
114 East 3rd St, Jamestown NY 14701
Ph: 716-484-6063 • www.ForteTheRestaurant.com
LODGING & DINING
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Blue Heron Inn - lakefront lodging, dining & shops
10412 Main St., Findley Lake, NY 14736 • Ph: 716-769-7852
Email: [email protected] • www.theblueheroninnn.com
Antique-appointed accommodations with a spectacular lake view are the specialty of
the house at the Blue Heron Inn. Nestled on Findley Lake’s scenic north shore, the
Innkeepers invite guests to relax in nature-inspired accommodations that feature
private baths, A/C and full breakfast each morning. We also offer on-premise dining,
shopping and free wireless internet. Located near the NY/PA state line, on the Wine &
Snowmobile trails and around the corner from Peek ‘n Peak Resort; convenient to many
Chautauqua County attractions. Open year ‘round – please call for seasonal hours.
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Clarion Hotel Marina & Conference Center
30 Lakeshore Drive East, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Ph: 716-366-8350 • 1-800-525-8350 • Fax: 716-366-8899
Email: [email protected] • www.clariondunkirk.com
This full service hotel (I-90 EXIT 59) on Lake Erie offers 127 newly renovated rooms
including some with Lake views, and whirlpool suites. Windjammer’s Lakeview
Restaurant & Lounge serves FREE hot breakfast to hotel guests, plus seasonal lunches
& daily dinners and refreshing beverages. Our Dockside Café’s bar serves (seasonal)
lunches & dinner with weekend live music. We also offer a fitness center, indoor &
outdoor (summer season only) pools & sauna, plus meeting and banquet facilities.
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Jack’s Barcelona Drive-In
8249 First Street in Barcelona, Westfield, NY 14787
Ph: 716-326-2277 • www.jacksbarcelonadrivein.com
Open March 1st - Thanksgiving. Mon. - Fri. 7am - 9pm, Sat. & Sun. 7am - 3pm.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, Featuring Local 100% Pure Concord Grape Products,
Omelets and Pancakes, Cheeseburgers and Homemade Curly Fries, Homemade
Spaghetti Sauce and Meatballs, Fish Fry, Homemade Pies and Desserts. Casual, Summer
Cottage Atmosphere in a Harbor Setting with Patio Seating on the Shore of Lake Erie.
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Brick House B&B
Brookside Manor Bed and Breakfast
3728 Route 83, Fredonia, NY 14063 • www.bbonline.com/ny/brookside/
Ph: 800-929-7599 or 716-672-7721 • Email: [email protected]
Enchanting Victorian manor in the heart of Lake Erie Wine Country, near historic
Fredonia, and Lily Dale. Four tastefully appointed spacious non-smoking guest
rooms with private baths, queen beds, a/c, TV, telephone, and wireless internet.
Relax in our peaceful surroundings after a day of wine trail touring and enjoy
our gourmet breakfast. The grounds provide a flourish of spring color, beautiful
summer flowers, and spectacular fall foliage. Open year round with full time hosts,
Andrea Andrews and Dale Mirth. $95-$110. MC/VISA.
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Cabin at the Gorge
8037 Taylor Road, Westfield, NY 14787 • Ph: 716-864-4593
Email: tom @cabinatthegorge.com • www.cabinatthegorge.com
Private, Secluded 3 bedroom vacation house close to the WineTrail and many
other Chautauqua recreational venues but off the beaten path. All the comforts of
home, surrounded by the wonders of nature!!!
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Candlelight Lodge Bed & Breakfast
143 East Main Street, Westfield, NY 14787 • Ph: 716-326-2830
Email: [email protected] • www.landmarkacres.com
Victorian mansion, 7 spacious suites, heart of wine country, elegant
antique furnishings, private baths, modern amenities (DirecTV,
wireless, AC, mini-fridge, microwave, coffee), 5 patios & porches,
expansive lawns, 4 fireplaces for the ultimate romantic getaway.
Walk to shops & restaurants. 15 minutes to Chautauqua Institution.
4 additional luxury suites at the Captain Storm House next door,
available individually, or for a special price - the whole house.
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51 E Main St., North East, PA 16428
Ph: Toll Free 866-725-0048 or 814-725-0048
www.grapearborbandb.com
Email: [email protected]
Serving guests in style since 1881
Our door is always open for you! • 7573 East Route 20, Westfield, NY 14787
Ph: 866-804-0347 • Fax: 716-299-2040
Email: [email protected] • www.brickhousebnb.com
Experience this charming historic 1840 brick home. Nestled in the heart of the
wine and art trails, Brick House blends old world with new. 5 guest rooms each
with private bath, wi-fi, climate control, full breakfast, signature blend coffee/teas/
cocoas throughout stay, evening refreshments, and ‘thank you’ gift for staying
with us. Park-like setting, surrounded by vineyards, just minutes from all Western
NY has to offer; open year round. Why you are here is your business – where you
stay is ours!
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Grape Arbor Bed and Breakfast
Athenaeum Hotel at Chautauqua Institution
1.800.821.1881 / 716.357.4444
www.Athenaeum-Hotel.com / [email protected]
Chautauqua Institution’s premier 3-season lakefront lodging destination with a
full-service restaurant. Open 7 days a week during the Chautauqua season. Full
Afternoon Tea each Sunday. Historic dining room, majestic lakefront
veranda. Specializing in American regional cuisine, exceptional wine
list. Available for weddings, meetings, banquets, and conferencing
in May, June, Sept. and Oct. Special public programming: Farm to Table dinners, Jazz at
Chautauqua, Road Scholar programs, Fall Festival, culinary events and more. Open May-Nov.
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Cherry Creek Inn Bed & Breakfast
1022 West Road (CR-68), Cherry Creek, NY 14723 • Ph: 716-296-5105
Email: [email protected] • www.cherrycreekinn.net
Luxurious country home on 31 acres of rolling farmland dedicated to providing
sanctuary for the weary traveler. The classic 1860s Italianate Villa features three
elegant rooms with private baths & a two bedroom suite with satellite TV.
Amenities include a mystery tower filled with board games, conservatory, pub,
carriage house special events facility, 3500 volume Victorian Library, club house
with lawn games & pavilion with hot tub, all enhanced with generous amounts
of good local food.
Full-service accommodations in two elegantly restored Victorian era
mansions minutes from many wineries. Eight room/suites, all with private
bath, AC, TV, WiFi, jacuzzi and fireplace suites available. Four course
gourmet breakfast. Easy access from I-90 in historic village of North East near the NY border.
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Great Tree Inn and Stables
6642 East Lake Road, Mayville, NY 14757 • Ph: 716-753-7989
Email: [email protected] • www.greattreeinn.com
Conveniently located to restaurants, wineries and the Institution,
this romantic country Inn originated as an 1820 farm and barn.
All guest rooms include flat screen TV’s, fireplaces, private baths,
a/c and Wi-Fi whilst retaining old world ambiance and elegant
country decor. Guests enthuse about the innkeepers hospitality,
full country-style breakfasts and candle-light dining. Our “Wine and Dine”
packages make the Inn a unique destination.
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Hazen Manor
9582 Hazen Road, Sherman, NY 14781 • Ph: 716-761-6814
Email: [email protected] • www.hazenmanor.com
Come to stay and experience a Country Inn with unique and interesting décor,
charm, and warm hospitality. We have five spacious rooms with private baths,
beautiful views, a sauna and hot tub, as well as many comfortable places to sit and
relax. Close to many area attractions, but off the beaten path, between Findley
Lake and Sherman. Great place to unwind and recharge with or without friends.
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LakeView On The Lake - Erie, PA
8696 East Lake Road, Erie PA 16511 • Ph: 814-899-6948/888-558-8439
Email: [email protected] • www.lakeviewerie.com
Nestled on the bluffs of Lake Erie, LakeView offers over a dozen impeccably
clean accommodations: Mini-cottages, Motel rooms, Romantic Suites,
Family Cottage and Annie’s Retreat. Every guest room includes a minifridge, coffee maker, microwave, cable TV and wireless. While here relax &
enjoy the spectacular sunsets from our comfortable Adirondack chairs, and
unwind on our peaceful 8-acre lawn. OPEN YEAR-ROUND.
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Chautauqua Lake’s ONLY Lake Front Inn
Willow Creek Winery
2627 Chapin Road • Silver Creek, NY 14136
Phone/Fax: 716-934-9463 www.willowcreekwines.net
Visit and taste some of our excellent wines
including our specialty wines, Chocolate
Temptations, Chautauqua Chocolate, and
Cream Sherry. Enjoy sipping wine in our
private picnic groves or sample grapes right
off the vine. Willow Creek offers many
great extras: gift shop, trails, picnic groves,
fishing, national concert series, and much more. Visit our website
for festivals and upcoming events. Large groups, buses, and limos
are welcome by appointment. Hours: May 1st – December 31st:
Mon. - Sat. 10-6, Sun. Noon-5. Jan 4th – April 30th: Wed - Sat. 10-5,
Sun. Noon-5 (Closed Mon & Tues). W + V
Woodbury Vineyards
3215 South Roberts Road (off Route 20, just 3 miles
from I-90 exit #59) • Fredonia, NY 14063
866.NY1.WINE (866.691.9463)
716.679.WINE (716.679.9463)
www.woodburyvineyards.com • [email protected]
Fun and Casual...experience the
many flavors from the world of wine!
Woodbury Vineyards began its
winemaking tradition in 1979 and now
offers a wide range of wines, from dry
to sweet and everything in between!
Enjoy a glass of wine, a refreshing fruit wine slushie, or a picnic in
an apple orchard. Browse one of the areas largest and most charming
gift shops! Groups are welcome and an appointment is appreciated.
Pavilion available for your special event. Call or check our website
for hours. W+V
Maple Springs Lake Side Inn
4696 Chautauqua Avenue, Maple Springs, NY 14756
Ph: 716-386-2500 • www.mslsi.com
One of Chautauqua Lake’s last grand old estates, our Inn has stunning
Lake views from every room. Enjoy charming fireplaces and hearty
country breakfasts. Only 15 minutes from the heart of the Wine Trail.
Visit our website & check out our wine trail guest packages!
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The Pines Motel & Cottages
10684 W. Lake Road, Ripley NY 14775 • Ph: 1-800-736-8850 • 716-736-7463
Email: [email protected] • www.thepineslakeerie.com
Located on the shore of Lake Erie, the Pines offers a relaxing getaway from everyday
lifestyles. Situated on 3.5 acres, the grounds allow you to enjoy yard games or take
a walk along the shore of Lake Erie, enjoying its beauty & incredible sunsets.
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Plumbush Bed and Breakfast
4541 Chautauqua-Stedman Rd. CR 33, Mayville, NY 14757
Ph: 716-789-5309 • Email: [email protected] • www.plumbushbb.com
An elegant 1865 Victorian home, located less than one mile from Chautauqua
Institution. Each room has a private bath, central AC and internet access. King,
Queen and Single rooms available. Five acres of country vistas, three course
breakfast served in the glass enclosed porch, fresh pastries, local fruit preserves
and County Fair Blue Ribbon Sausage! New England style barn is available for
private celebrations.
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Lake Erie Wine Country
All wines start with grapes and all grapes start with “terroir” or
the dirt and climate in which the grapes are grown. Lake Erie
Wine Country, formerly the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Wine Trail,
is located in the largest grape growing region east of the Rockies,
now known as America’s Grape
Country. It extends roughly 40
miles from Silver Creek, NY
(Chautauqua County) to North
East, Pennsylvania (Erie County),
and is home to over 23 commercial
and estate wineries.
The Creation of Terroir – Geological History
During the Ice Age, glaciers descended from the north gouging
out great trenches and bringing with them tremendous quantities
of Canadian soil, rocks and boulders. As temperatures began to
warm, these glaciers receded, filling the trenches with glacial melt
to form the Great Lakes and leaving in their wake ridges of soil
and gravel along the Lake Erie shore. These glacial ridges are the
basis for ideal growing conditions for wine grapes and fruit trees.
The well-drained gravel-loam soils and the moderating effect of
the lake on spring and fall temperatures combine to create the
perfect growing environment or “terroir” for healthy vineyards
and premium wines and one that is not unlike that found in parts
of Germany.
Viticultural History
For over one hundred years, the area has been home to a vigorous
grape and juice industry supplied by 30,000 acres of vineyards.
The majority of these vineyards are labruscan grapes, such as
Concord and Niagara. Almost five decades ago, Frederick Johnson
(Johnson Estate est. 1961) and Doug Moorehead (Presque Isle est.
1968) were pioneers in planting French-American hybrid and
vinifera grapes in the area. Passage of the Pennsylvania Limited
Winery Act (1968) and the New York Farm Winery Act (1976)
sparked the creation of a chateau or “estate” industry and in the
last ten years, the planting of premium wine grapes has accelerated,
paralleling the growth in the number of wineries.
The Wines
Today, the twenty-three wineries in Lake Erie Wine Country
produce an abundant and diverse list of wines that fall into four
categories:
Fruity, Native Labruscas: Concord, Ives, Niagara, Delaware
French-American Wines: Seyval, Vidal (popular for ice wines),
Chancellor, Chambourcin, Marechal Foch
European Vinifera Wines: Riesling, Chardonnay, Merlot,
Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon
Dessert and Specialty Wines: Sweet late harvest and ice wines,
fortified wines (Brandy, Port, Sherry), fruit and sparkling wines
* Due to space constraints, our map is not to
scale and some roads are not accurately shown
or included
2012 REGIONAL FESTIVAL INFORMATION
Experience the rich heritage behind the diverse
and unique wines expertly crafted in
Lake Erie Wine Country. Learn about and
appreciate the best of what our region has to offer.
With four seasons of Grape Country beauty,
anytime is the right time to plan your next
visit to Lake Erie Wine Country!
www.lakeeriewinecountry.org
1-877-326-6561
america’s
Grape Country
wine
August 13 & 14
America’s Grape Country
Wine Festival
Dunkirk, NY
See web site in 2012 for details
www.agcwinefestival.com
September 28, 29 & 30
North East Wine Festival
North East, PA
31st Annual Wine Country
Harvest Festival
www.nechamber.org/winefest
814-725-4262
* Note to Visitors:
• The distance between Merritt Estate, the eastern-most
winery, and Burch Farms, the western-most winery,
is 45 miles.
• Signage laws in Pennsylvania are more restrictive than in
New York and so you will not see the familiar green
Wine Trail marker signs. You will need to rely on this
printed map to guide you to the wineries; we apologize
for any inconvenience this may cause.