Sep 16 Sep 16 Pinot Blanc: a pale horse in the popularity sweepstakes but the true dedication of one Long Island winery. It began with 13 acres of mislabeled vines. Michael Braverman
Mar 7 Mar 7 Channeling Chile in a North Fork hamlet: Can a young South American winemaker deliver on the potential of making exceptional wines at fair prices? Michael Braverman
Sep 25 Sep 25 Can pinot noir challenge merlot as Long Island’s favorite red grape? A young winemaker gives at least a hint of an answer. Michael Braverman
Jul 28 Jul 28 Taking a chance and putting your name on the label: your wine buyers—and this wine columnist—are going to make the call and pass judgment. Michael Braverman
Nov 3 Nov 3 A classic oaked chardonnay from the North Fork and a chardonnay based ice wine from the South Fork: Long Island is strutting its stuff with this go-to grape. Michael Braverman
Oct 6 Oct 6 Tasting one winery’s premium labels: all gratifying with one masterstroke. A merlot that demonstrates why this grape has a natural affinity for Long Island. Michael Braverman
Oct 3 Oct 3 Spectacular art work on a label is the perfect match for a sophisticated blend in the bottle: Bedell’s Gallery wine with a Ross Bleckner label, raises the bar on quality. Michael Braverman
Jul 14 Jul 14 The 2005 harvest on Long Island was widely hailed as superb. Can the 2006 releases live up to the hype? First tastings of whites at Channing Daughters are a big hit for this critic. Michael Braverman
May 26 May 26 Moviemaker Michael Lynn makes a move into winemaking with a major investment in winemaking equipment, a decision to bring in young creative thinking, and the release of two new blends. Michael Braverman
Jul 12 Jul 12 Enjoy your wines when they are young, tender and in the springtime of life: a sampling of new releases showcases the beauty of youth. Plus a note on beer. Michael Braverman
Jun 10 Jun 10 Hits and near hits: one winemaker, three merlots, three chardonnays, a range of tastes and prices. Get out the glasses, there’s so much to explore. Joseph Peliska
Jun 2 Jun 2 Fine-tuned judgments on blending are at the heart of this winemaker’s singular and impressive accomplishments. It results in a wine that is deep, sensuous and lush. Michael Braverman
May 11 May 11 A wakeup call of a pinot grigio. An integrated single field blend of three white grapes. A chardonnay that slow ferments for a year. Channing Daughters’ grand slam of new releases. Michael Braverman
Mar 23 Mar 23 Tasting one winemaker’s mature chardonnays along with current ones: not anticipating much from the older ones and being happily surprised. Michael Braverman
Nov 11 Nov 11 Not your typical mom: her last name became a national brand, her first name now graces a winery. What’s up with this family? Michael Braverman
Dec 12 Dec 12 *Jamesport Vineyards took a homespun, hands-on approach to winemaking in their pastoral old barn. So what happened? An award for the best red in New York State. Michael Braverman
Jul 23 Jul 23 “You don’t work with measurable things.” Multiple tastings reveal the art of a dedicated winemaker from field to bottle with diverse grapes. Michael Braverman
Jul 8 Jul 8 Can an Old World approach to viticulture matched with traditional winemaking methods result in a Meritage with the finesse and austerity of a Bordeaux? One winery is betting on it. Michael Braverman
Nov 11 Nov 11 The sheer chance of geography and the dedication of a winemaking family: unexpected on Long Island, a sumptuous cabernet sauvignon. Michael Braverman
Aug 31 Aug 31 Tocai, a grape from the Friuli region of Italy, finds a compatible home in the fields of Bridgehampton, and a young winemaker produces a unusual wine. The news is barely out before it sells out. Michael Braverman
