Cutchogue Wineries and Vineyards - Cutchogue, NY - Multiple Wineries and Vineyards

Cutchogue is a hamlet in the town of Southold. It is located on Long Island in New York. Long Island is filled with wine country and known for producing Chardonnay, merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, and Viognier are also popular varietals from the area. The wineries and vineyards in Cutchogue, New York, are numerous and have a lot to offer.

Perhaps one of the best known wineries in Cutchogue is Castello di Borghese. The name means "Castle of the Borgheses,'' which is an homage to the operating family. Long Island Press awarded Castello di Borghese the Editor's Choice Award for "Best Winery in Long Island.'' Their signature wines are Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc. In 2001, the Winery introduced Borghese Meritage, which is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, merlot, and Cabernet Franc.

In 2009, Borghese won Double Gold for a number of their wines in the Best of Appellation evaluation. The Winery offers guided tours of the facility and vineyards for $20 per person. Reservations can be made by calling 631-734-5111. May through December, the Winery is open Monday - Friday 11am - 5:30pm, Saturday 11am - 6pm, and Sunday 11:30am - 6pm.

Bedell Cellars is located at 36225 Main Road, (Rt. 25), in Cutchogue, NY. Bedell Cellars has been owned by Michael Lynne, the former Co-Chairman of New Line Cinema, since 2000. The Cellars boast a leading team of operators such as Kip Bedell, Kelly Urbanik, and Dave Thompson. In 2005, this Winery was renovated and is known for its technological advances. Their bottling machine is capable of producing 65 bottles each minute. The vineyards for Bedell Cellars encompass 33 acres.

The Cellars famous wines include Musee and Gallery. Each of these labels represents blends using the finest grapes. Bedell Cellars offers a wine club. Members receive 15% discount on their orders, free tastings, and early notice of events and wine offers. Interested parties can call 631-734-5788 for more information.

Waters Crest Winery is located at 22355 Route 48, Unit 6 in the North Road Commons. The Winery is owned by Jim and Linda Waters and all the products are made and bottled at the location. Waters Crest produces both red and white wines, some of which are: merlot, Campania Rossa, Bookends, Cabernet Franc, Campania Bianco, and Chardonnay. The Bookends label is a made 100% from solo-varietal grapes. It is a merlot with vibrant color and is available only to members as there were 36 cases produced in 2005. Waters Crest operates a Wine Club and special events like Jazz on the Vine. Interested parties can call 631-734-5065 for more information.

There are several other wineries and vineyards in the Cutchogue area. Peconic Bay Winery is located at Main Road, Route 25 and can be reached by calling 631-734-7361. Pelligrini Vineyards is located at 23005 Route 25 and can be reached by calling 631-724-4111. Pugliese Vineyards is located on Main Road and can be reached by calling 631-734-4057. Vineyard 48 is located at 18910 Route 48 and can be reached by calling 631-734-5200. Macari Vineyards East is located on Main Road and can be reached by calling 631-734-7089.