About Hosmer Winery
After fifteen years of selling their grapes to others, Cameron and Maren had a vision of making and selling their own wine. Hosmer Winery is founded on the principle that great wine starts in the vineyard. With a degree in Pomology from Cornell University and a semester at California State University, Fresno (renowned for their world-class programs in viticulture and enology), Cameron had both the background and experience to get started in the budding industry. With their first vintage of 2,500 gallons in 1985, they opened a tasting room in their garage in the fall of 1986.
In 1990, with increased production and growing recognition, the decision was made to renovate a barn across the street and inaugurate a new tasting and retail facility. The friendly atmosphere and knowledgeable staff introduces thousands of visitors each year to a memorable tasting experience. The Tasting and Retail facility is located on State Route 89, along the western shore of Cayuga Lake, just 20 miles north of Ithaca.
Hosmer wines include a wide variety of styles made from traditional Vinifera, as well as French-American hybrid varieties. Today, Hosmer produces 20 thousand gallons of wine annually. At this boutique level, Cameron is able to assure the excellence of the entire process, from the basic fruit to the finished wine. He works closely with Winemaker, Aaron Roisen to produce consistent quality wines in the European tradition.
Hosmer was recognized in the New York Times and USA Today when our Dry Riesling received the elegant Governor's Cup which is awarded as the "Best of Show" or top prize of all entries in the New York Wine and Food Classic. The same 2001 Dry Riesling was voted "Best White Wine" and "Best Riesling" on its way to the ultimate award amongst over 500 entries. Hosmer wines have been recognized consistently over the years at both regional and international competitions, as well as by highly respected publications including the Wine Spectator, USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, Boston Magazine, and Continental Airline's In Flight Magazine.
Hosmer Wines are available in liquor stores and fine restaurants throughout most of New York State. Shipping is available directly from the winery, some restrictions apply. See our wines page to place an order. Shipping restrictions will appear after you start the ordering process.
Hosmer Winery Recent Accolades for currently released, and some not-yet-released, wine:
2011 Ratings from the Wine Enthusiast - "Best of the Year"
"86" 2009 Cabernet Franc - newly released November 2011
"85" 2009 Pinot Noir (not yet released)
New York Wine & Food Classic, August ‘11
Gold Sparkling Wine
Silver 2009 Pinot Noir
Silver 2009 Cabernet Franc
Silver 2008 Limited Release Chardonnay
Silver 2009 Chardonnay
Silver 2009 Dry Riesling
Silver 2008 Vintner’s Reserve Riesling
Silver 2010 Cayuga White
International Eastern Wine Competition, CA, June 2011
Double Gold 2009 Riesling
Gold Sparkling Wine/Champagne
Silver 2009 Cabernet Franc (not yet released)
Silver 2009 Dry Riesling
Silver 2010 Cayuga White
Riverside International Wine Competition, CA, May ‘11
Silver 2008 Lemberger
Silver 2009 Chardonnay
Silver 2009 Pinot Gris (not yet released)
Silver 2009 Riesling
Finger Lakes International Wine Competition, NY, March ‘11
Gold 2009 Cabernet Franc (not yet released)
Gold 2009 Lemberger (not yet released)
Gold 2009 Dry Riesling
Gold 2009 Riesling
Silver 2009 Pinot Gris
Beverage Testing Institute 2011
“88” – Best Buy 2009 Pinot Noir (not yet released)
“84” 2009 Riesling
Monterey Wine Competition, CA, March 2011
Silver Estate Red
Silver Fireside Red
Silver Carousel
New York Wine & Food Classic, August ‘10
Double Gold 2008 Cabernet Franc
Silver 2008 Pinot Noir
Silver Carousel
Silver Sparkling Wine
New York State Fair Commercial Wine Comp., June ‘10
Gold Carousel
“Best of Category” Specialty Wine Raspberry Rhapsody
2010 Ratings from the Wine Spectator
“86” 2009 Riesling
“85” 2009 Dry Riesling
International Eastern Wine Competition, NY, June ‘10
Silver 2008 Lemberger
Taster’s Guild International Wine Judging, MI, May ‘10
Gold 2008 Cabernet Franc
Silver 2008 Lemberger
Silver 2008 Pinot Noir
Beverage Testing Institute 2010 World Wine Championships
“86” – Highly Recommended 2008 Cabernet Franc
Great Lakes Wine Judging, MI, May ‘10
Silver 2008 Cabernet Franc
Grand Harvest Awards, Feb. ‘10, CA
Silver: 2008 Vintner’s Reserve Riesling
Florida State Fair International Wine Competition, FL, Feb. ‘10
Silver: 2008 Vintner’s Reserve Riesling
** This list includes Hosmer wines that may not yet have been released as of the 8/18/2011 update. **
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