Grapes native to Long Island

[Thomas]

wondersofwine is correct--those grapes are not indigenous to the area at all. Chancellor is a French-American hybrid and of course Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc are European varieties.

As which are best for the area, do you mean to grow? If so, get to Lenz Winery in Cutchogue and talk with winemaker Eric Fry. He can point you to help with site selection. Every area or region has a multitude of micro-climates, and only a real site specific discussion allows for which varieties are best to grow in a particular location. I can tell you this, however, great strides have been made in NY with the European varieties, and almost anything goes these days.



[This message has been edited by foodie (edited 12-19-2002).]