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Fulkerson Winery Shines at Finger Lakes International Wine Competition

Apr 05th, 2014

On the heels of major award announcements at the New World International Wine Competition (Best White and Best Riesling), Fulkerson Winery continues to accrue medals. The winery received 3 gold and 3 silver medals at the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition held March 29 and 30 in Rochester, New York. Gold medals were awarded to the 2013 Juicy Sweet Moscato, 2013 Diamond and Red Zeppelin. Silver medals were awarded to the 2012 Pinot Noir, 2013 Juicy Sweet Matinee and 2013 William Vigne Juicy Sweet Riesling. Owner and winemaker Sayre Fulkerson says, “The accolades from competitions across the country are a wonderful way to celebrate our 25th anniversary. We are dedicated to quality and it is an honor to see those efforts rewarded.â€Â

 

2014 marks the 14th Annual Finger Lakes International Wine Competition to benefit Camp Good Days, the world’s largest charitable wine competition. 3,749 wines were entered, from 20 countries, including all 50 U.S. states and 6 Canadian provinces. The competition was judged by 75 experts from 16 countries and 11 states.

 

Fulkerson Winery is located on the west side of Seneca Lake and produces more than 20 handcrafted wines including 8 Rieslings of varying styles and finishes, 8 dry reds, a number of sweeter wines and three dessert wines. Fulkerson also offers fresh pressed grape juices every fall, along with an extensive selection of home winemaking supplies and a newly-expanded selection of home brewing kits and supplies as well.

 

Experiences at Fulkerson Winery are varied and unique including private tastings featuring wine flights paired with cheese and chocolates; horse-drawn vineyard tours in the summer; hot air balloon flights launching from the property; and even a historic Fulkerson home that now functions as a vacation rental. Additional information about these experiences and much more can be found on the Fulkerson Winery website: www.fulkersonwinery.com or by calling the winery directly at 607-243-7883.

 

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