PALAIA VINEYARDS

LOCATED IN A 200-YEAR-OLD BARN on land once owned by Aaron Burr, Palaia Vineyards is right in the middle of a richly historic area of the Hudson Valley. History is a main theme in all the operations here, from our land to our labels, which feature different photos of our relatives on each variety.

We purchased the land in 2000 and began restoring the barn and converting it to a winery and tasting room. Planting began the following year, and currently we have 10 acres in production. Some of the varieties we grow include Cabernet Franc, Lemberger, Traminette, Seyval, Sangeovese and Pinot Noir. In addition to what is grown here, there are over 20 different wines to choose from in our tasting room, and tastings are always free.

We have won awards for our Merlots, Cabernet Francs, DeChaunac, Lembergers, Traminettes and Mead. It is the amazement of our guests at how good the wine really is, that is the best reward for us. People quite often remark on the "feel"of the place, and how this makes us special to them. Everyone also says we are "just around the corner", no matter how far away they seem to live. It is the people who come here who are our best advertisement. Our Joyful Pink wine has been very popular, and we donate 10% of all purchases of Pink wine and pink t-shirts to Breast Cancer. This year we raised $6,000 in a team walk at the Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets.

With the live music every weekend, all year long, how could you not have a wonderful time here? Come stomp grapes with us in September, pick grapes with us in October, and check the website for our events listing including our amazing annual free pig roast.

Something is always happening here at the vineyard!

Just released in April 2008, this is a superior vintage from our fields here at Sweet Clover Farm. Typical black cherry/ pepper of a Cabernet with a dark, rich, smooth finish.

Wonderful flavors of cherry and chocolate in a very drinkable wine that is a favorite with our guests. Voted the Best Merlot in the Hudson Valley with a Gold medal, and silver medal winners from both the New York State Fair and International Finger Lakes Competition.

Smooth and bold with plum flavors, black currant and a smokey long finish. 2007 was a very good year!