Winery Tasting Tour of Cayuga Lake With Owners
Meet Cayuga Lake winemakers for owner-led tastings
Duration
4.5 hrs
Ideal For
4 to 6 people
Includes
Two owner-led tastings
Highlights
Meet the owners behind two Cayuga Lake wineries through tastings designed for this tour. Winery reservations and tasting payments are arranged; transportation and lunch are not included.
- Explore owner-led wine experiences created specifically for this tour
- Discover each winemaker's approach through guided tastings
- Sample selections that may include new releases, prereleases, and library wines
- Choose how to spend your lunch break in Aurora
- Arrange transportation between the wineries independently
Itinerary
You will begin at Constantia Wine. This new boutique winery is located in the heart of the village of Aurora. Owner and winemaker Paul Paluszewski will guide you through an exclusive tasting created just for this tour. Taste and learn about four ‘curated’ wines selected by Paul that can include new releases, pre-releases and library wines of his stunning vinifera wines. Afterwards, choose another three wines from his current offerings to round out your tasting.
Take a break for lunch at one of our recommended restaurants, or choose to get your lunch to go and enjoy it lakeside at the Aurora Village Park.
After lunch, head to Long Point Winery, where you are treated to another truly intimate wine tasting experience. Owner and winemaker, Gary Barletta, will host you in his wine cellar as he talks about his winemaking process. He will share his special love of Zinfandel, as you taste four different styles of wine created from this one grape varietal. Afterward, you will have the opportunity to choose an additional three wines from their extensive list of wines, from crisp or fruity whites to rich, full-bodied reds.
What's Included
- Reservations at two wineries
- Wine tasting payments
Important details
- Arrive on time for every tasting; arrivals more than 15 minutes late may receive a modified experience
- Food allergies and dietary restrictions must be shared for each affected member of your group
- A minimum 5% service charge applies in 2026 and is not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before start for a refund minus a $25 service fee. Cancellations 24–47 hours before start receive no refund. No refund for day-of cancellations or no-shows. Full refund if the winery cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
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FAQs
Arrange your transportation to the wineries; it is not included. Transportation recommendations are provided.
Groups of 4–6 have private tastings at each winery. Parties of two may be paired with another party at each tasting.
Begin at Constantia Wine Company at 11:00 AM, take a lunch break at 12:15 PM in Aurora, and continue to Long Point Winery at 1:45 PM.
Meeting details
Constantia Wine Company, 381 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026
