Grape Growing in the North East and Mid Atlantic Regions

[Thomas]

I certainly have been there--still am here come to think of it.

Re, Pinot Noir: Every five years the climate allows Finger Lakes PN to excel. Every year the grape is fine for inclusion in sparkling wine. The region is not only perfect for Riesling, it is terrific for sparkling wine production and for Cabernet Franc production.

Michael, unless you are quite wealthy, stay a home winemaker. If you are quite wealthy, I am willing to use your money to get back what i lost...