BROTHERHOOD, AMERICA'S OLDEST WINERY

THIS YEAR, BROTHERHOOD WINERY is continuing its legacy as a premiere destination in the Hudson Valley. With the addition of our new restaurant, Vinum Café (scheduled to open this spring), and an arsenal of new and exciting events and parties, Brotherhood promises to deliver a memorable year for all visitors.

The addition of a small aesthetic vineyard on-site offers visitors a nice cross-section of the many different vinifera and hybrid grapes that thrive in the Hudson Valley Region. Seyval Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Franc and Baco Noir are just a few of the many vines we are currently cultivating.

Our tours and tastings will run full schedule starting in April, with our Wine Salesroom open from 11–5 Sunday through Friday and 11–6 on Saturday. Our “Historical Tour” is offered several times per day, where visitors get a glimpse into Brotherhood’s legendary history, winemaking techniques and barrel-aging, all in our famous, handexcavated underground cellars. The tour isn’t complete without experiencing one of three tasting “flights” of our award-winning wines. We have seasonal specials and one of the largest winery gift shops in the area, offering boutique- style clothing, jewelry, wine accessories, hostess gifts, local creations and unique imported items.

Our event schedule this year includes a variety of different activities and parties. If you’re at Brotherhood on a weekend in-season, relax in our courtyard listening to a variety of local artists while enjoying a bottle of wine with friends. In June join us for our “First Annual Beer and Wine Festival,” in July, a “4th of July Party,” and in August we’ll kick off the harvest with our “2nd Annual Wine and Sangria Pig Roast Festival.” September will be our “Grape Stomping Month,” and in October we’ll host the “Grape Harvest Festival” and a “Halloween Ball.” Brotherhood has it all!

Join us at the Winery, on our Website www.brotherhoodwinery.net or Facebook Page, and be a part of the growing Brotherhood Community!

This sparkling wine is made from Chardonnay grapes harvested at the perfect sugar/acid ratio. This sparkling wine pairs well with breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner and is delightful on its own. It’s reasonably priced at $10.99 and in blind tastings is usually favored over more expensive imported Champagnes.

Brotherhood’s nod to spring comes in the form of our May Wine. Made with white wine, strawberry juice and flavored with woodruff herbs, this sweeter wine is a great springtime drink. Add a splash of our May Wine to our Blanc de Blancs for a fruitier rendition of the classic Mimosa. Garnish with a fresh strawberry and serve chilled.