guild - n. An association of persons of the same trade, pursuits, or interests formed for their mutual aid and protection, the maintenance of standards, or the furtherance of some purpose; especially, in medieval times, a society of merchants or artisans. The Finger Lakes Wine Guild brings together a group of wineries focused on the production of food-oriented wines from classic European grape varieties. These are winegrowers dedicated to exploring how the region’s sites, soils and microclimates translate into the scents and flavors of world-class wines. Production at each winecellar is driven by estate vineyards. In the tradition of medieval artisans, the Wine Guild is an association committed to nurturing and promoting a collective vision of Finger Lakes viniculture. Member wineries share quality standards and recommend each other to the trade and to consumers searching for wines in a food-oriented, European-inspired style... but with a distinctive Finger Lakes stamp. Guild wineries welcome visitors for personal tastings in settings that let you take time to savor the wines and learn about our wine region.

photo by Kristian Reynolds