Hilton Garden Inn at Riverhead, NY: Wine, Tangers and Seafood.
Did the Wine Tasting Tour package. Had a little windfall and decided to try it. Did my own tour two years ago, but knew this weekend was going to be crowded and wanted to drink more.
Pindar was the first stop.
Saw the inside of the production area. The Oak Barrels had a delightful odor.
A Wine Press. Beats using feet.
Malbec before going into Oak Barrels. Maybe one should not see the production.
It was interesting. The Vineyards we went to were more crowded and regimented. Yet, a good guide who knew everyone helped with the madness. There were eight people in all for the tour. Getting room for eight is harder than you think, but the guide used to work there. Made things a lot easier for a hectic scene.
Pumpkin picking caused most of the tie-ups on the road. Traffic jams galore.
Duck Walk North was next and less crowded. The tour included a Box Lunch and there was a beautiful Patio and entertainment. The Music was mostly Jimmy Buffet and a bottle of Cabernet helped to endure it. The Tasting was terrific and the staff kept things amusing.
Jason's Vineyard was last and had a terrific Meritage and the above, The Golden Fleece. The place was rocking and reminded me of the Hamptons.
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