A bad season for reds in the Finger Lakes?

[Scoop]

I don't know where you are upstate, but you probably experienced the weather yourself, which was rainy and cool for the most part (and at crucial times). And red grapes really need sun and extended periods of warmth to achieve good ripeness at more northerly/cool climate latitudes, e.g. in the Finger Lakes. Whites like Riesling and Gewurztraminer generally do better, more consistently there.

So, no surprises here. The "Speculator" has indicated a tough year for the region. Our own Foodie might have more specific info on how the vintage fared, but he will tell you that in the FL, a good red wine vintage happens only about once every four years or so.

Cheers,

Scoop