Edible Brooklyn highlights the "tremendous value"
in our Estate White in this Fall 2007 article.
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in the Fall 2007 issue says, "This is one of those winery experiences that makes you wish the
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Finger Lakes Times, Business Section- September 30, 2007
"Billsboro opens with new owners, Vincent and Kim Aliperti"
Ithaca Journal Article - September 20, 2007
"Local vineyards turn to webbing to keep birds out"
Katie Marks' debut on television! - Channel 11 morning news in July 2007
to view the video, please click on this link to Finger Lakes Wine Country website, then scroll down to the bottom of the page
Reserve Riesling 2005 Takes Top Prize for Best North American Riesling
October 13, 2006
7th Annual Hyatt International Riesling Challenge Trophy for Best North American Riesling was awarded to our 2005 Reserve Riesling . Held in Canberra, Australia, the "Riesling Challenge" has become one of the most important wine competitions is Australia. We are overcome with pride for this prestigious award and are truly rewarded that the Finger Lakes has again received this award, solidfying that this region's terrior makes world-class Rieslings. Sheldrake Point Vineyards of Cayuga Lake, won last year for their 2004 Riesling Ice Wine.
“The Challenge is now a truly international competition with over 100 wines from Europe and a growing number from North America,” said Chairman of Judges, Louisa Rose from Yalumba. “The gold and trophy winning wines are truly world class. Their makers should be very proud of their achievement.”
We salute the innovators of the challenge, Ken Helm, Wolf Blass, and the members of the Hyatt International Riesling Challenge Committee as they continue to develop the concept to promote Riesling, nationally and internationally, to improve its quality and encourage innovation and research for better styles.
For a complete list of winners and background history of this prestigious award competition, visit www.rieslingchallenge.com.
June 30, 2006
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Writer David Schildknecht, writer of mostly German wines for acclaimed Robert Parker's Wine Advocate visited our region in March 2006. He met with winemaker Vinny Aliperti and tasting room manager Katie Marks at 5:00 pm on a blustery winter evening and tasted, talked, and recorded his thoughts on his mini-recorder during his tight schedule that included visiting almost fifteen other wineries in the region.
Of those wineries visited, he sought in his report to"single out wines of special distinction, thus focusing on those most deserving of respect and attention worldwide." Here is what we wrote about Atwater:
"Katie and Ted Marks, along with winemaker Vincent Aliperti, farm a relatively warm stretch of eastern Seneca Lake shoreline and the "sold out" status of most of their wines testifies to the reputation they have been building within the state. Their 2005 Vidal Blanc - a wine to which, like most of thier 2005s, they added acid in response to an unusually warm vintage and which finished with a bit of residual sugar - offers satisfying aromas and flavors of ripe melon, lime, honey, and sweet herbs. The palate is silkly and refined and the finish exuberantly juicy and immensely satisfying. Abandon your prejudices about hybrids all ye who uncork a bottle of this extraordinary value! Unfortunately, the corresponding Riesling was on its finings when I visited and impossible to judge. Several young reds here - notably a 2004 Pinot Noir - showed promise, although the latter was palpably stressed from recent filtration when I tasted it."
2005 - Vidal Blanc 88 points
For the entire article, visit Issue 165 on eROBERTPARKER.com.
May 31, 2006
Wine Spectator: "New York Rising "
Finally! The Finger Lakes receives much deserved accolades in the "bible" of all wine publications, Wine Spectator. The article beautifully focuses on the three main wine regions of New York, Finger Lakes, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley and features smaller boutique wineries, innovative restaurants and accomodations within each region. Writer Mitch Frank graced us with several mentions throughout the twenty-page article and acknowledged the Finger Lakes as producing the "best Riesling on this side of the Atlantic"!
A few blurbs from the article:
"For a look at the future of the Finger Lakes, check out some of the newer wineries, particularly around Seneca's southeastern shore. Vintners at places like Standing Stone, Atwater Estate Vineyards and Red Newt Wine Cellars are revealing the potential of the region's wines. The tasting rooms at all these wineries are friendly and inviting."
"Having released its first vintage in 1999, Atwater is among the area's younger wineries but is located in a prime spot at the southern end of Lake Seneca's "banana belt". The vines are planted on particularly steep slopes above the water. Winemaker Vincent Aliperti makes 6,000 cases a year, including very refreshing Riesling and Gewurztraminer.
Wine Scores from the article:
88 - Atwater Estate Riesling Finger Lakes 2004 $16
Classic citrus, peach, mineral and herb flavors mingle in this expressive white. A touch of sweetness gives it softness, but vibrant acidity keeps it lively.
86 - Atwater Estate Riesling Finger Lakes Dry 2004 $16
Vibrant acidity gives this white verve, while fresh pineapple, mineral and lime flavors keep it balanced. It's expressive and harmonious.
82 - Atwater Estate Dry Rose Finger Lakes Dry 2004 $16
It was very exciting to have Wine Spectator visit and write such positive things about New York wines. If you have the opportunity take a look at the articles, we'd like to mention that the Finger Lakes section opens with a full two page photograph of a beautiful early evening look over our vineyards and Seneca Lake taken by our own Amanda Gumtow.
Please note that the above wines mentioned are unfortunately sold out. Please come and try our new vintages.
September 28, 2005
Meet the Winemakers - Our winemaker,Vinny Aliperti, is featured in his own words.
Also hear what nine other top winemakers have to say about making wine in the Finger Lakes at
FingerLakesWine.com, hosted by the Democrat and Chronicle - Rochester, New York.
August 10, 2005
New York Wine & Food Classic - Canandaigua, NY
Atwater Estate Vineyards 2004 Dry Riesling - "Best New York Dry Riesling"
Atwater Estate Vineyards Somerset Blush - "Best New York Blush or Rose"
Known as the "Oscars" of New York State wine competitions, and celebrating it's 20th year, this year's Wine and Food Classic was held at the Inn on the Lake in Canandaigua. The competition is open to New York wineries only and included over 600 entries. 44 wines were awarded a Double Gold medal, and 53 Gold. Atwater was among the top five wineries considered for "Winery of the Year", an honor for us, as we are coming upon our fifth year of production.
Visit our awards page for a listing of our other winners or click on the link for a complete listing of all the Gold medal winners at Uncork New York!
June 30, 2005
Wine Spectator
89 - Atwater Estate Riesling Finger Lakes 2003 $14
Ripe and juicy, with lots of pear, slate, fig and honeysuckle notes that stay fresh through the rich finish. Nice hint of anise at the very end. Drink now through 2006.
