Just 60 miles north of New York City lies the gorgeous (and nearest wine region to the city in New York State) Shawangunk Wine Trail. Nestled between the Shawangunk Mountains and the Hudson River, the trail features 13 member wineries, which are producing diverse and unique wines to share with locals and visitors in the bucolic Hudson Valley region. The trail winds amid stunning landscapes and a range of attractions, including hiking, kayaking, spas, antique shopping, farm-to-table eateries, U-pick farms and markets, and holiday tree farms. On September 30th, at EscapeMaker's annual Applepalooza + Craft Wine, Cider & Beverage Fest - a fall harvest festival celebrating New York apples, local fare and craft sips - the Hudson Valley Wine Magazine unveiled a special edition dedicated to the Shawagunk Wine Trail! The special edition is produced with support from Taste NY, the official “eat-local, drink-local” program for New York State. Inside the magazine, there is a discount pass for 2-for-1 tastings, discounts on purchases and more for wine trail visitors to use at the 13 wineries. To celebrate the issue, several wineries were at the event representing the trail and showcasing their amazing Hudson Valley wines. They included: Baldwin Vineyards: Celebrating its 27th year this year, Baldwin Vineyards is a second generation winery. Pat and Jack’s daughter Wendy and her husband Alex are creating an atmosphere where customers want to relax, kick their feet up and enjoy the delicious wines made in the classic Baldwin style. Baldwin Vineyards offers fifteen different wines, including Gold Medal Awarded: Chardonnay, Riesling, Claret and Strawberry wine, plus Merlot, Brut Sparkling wine, Ice wine, Port and Raspberry wine. The Strawberry wine is made from only the freshest strawberries (no other fruit or liquid is added to dilute the intense flavor). Because of its intensity, it synergizes with your favorite dessert, especially
Just 60 miles north of New York City lies the gorgeous (and nearest wine region to the city in New York State) Shawangunk Wine Trail. Nestled between the Shawangunk Mountains and the Hudson River, the trail features 13 member wineries, which are producing diverse and unique wines to share with locals and visitors in the bucolic Hudson Valley region. The trail winds amid stunning landscapes and a range of attractions, including hiking, kayaking, spas, antique