What's Terroir? Vineyard Walk & Tastings

What's Terroir? Vineyard Walk & Tastings

 
Western New York and Pennsylvania have the perfect Germanic micro-climate for growing European grapes (Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chardonnay) and producing world-class wines. The region's wines are influenced by a unique combination of geography, soils, weather, and agriculture. That is "terroir." Winemaker Jeff Murphy and owners Fred and Jennifer Johnson will lead you through the vineyards to sample 8-9 wines and enjoy food pairings with them. See, touch, and taste the ripening grapes.

This class takes place at Johnson Estate Winery, 8419 W. Main Rd.
Westfield, NY 14787. Registrants provide their own transportation.
Tickets $99 and are sold through the Chautauqua Institution. 
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Here's a sample menu from 2024:
What’s Terroir?:  Vineyard Walk & Tasting
Welcome Glass: May Wine

FARMHOUSE GARDENS:
Sparkling Traminette
Crostini: Westfield Fisheries’ Smoked White Fish, Cream Cheese & Chives 

 Seyval Blanc Hand-Picked
Goote Essa Alpen with Pear Cardamon Sauce

CHANCELLOR & PINOT VINEYARDS:
Dry Rose of Pinot Noir
Goote Essa Sharp Cheddar  & Estate-made Quince Paste
 
2022 Pinot Noir
Ramp Pesto Crostini with Cherry Tomatoes

Founders’ Red
Sage Sausage Rolls

RIESLING VINEYARD ALONG THE RIDGE:
Black Locust Dry Riesling
Italian Parmesan + Peaches + Crisps

Semi-Dry Riesling
Shrimp & Asian BBQ Sauce

    Vidal Blanc Ice Wine
    Almond Shortbread w/ Apricot Jam

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