3 Vineyards to Visit in Eastern Long Island

It’s officially wine tasting season — as if we needed an excuse to enjoy fine wine! Whether you’re a Long Island native or just visiting, make it a point to head out to the east end this summer to have your fill. Once you plan your trip, be sure to stop at our top three vineyard picks!

1. Sparkling Pointe: Long Island’s sparkling wine-only vineyard, Sparkling Pointe offers guests the opportunity to sit back and relax while enjoying breathtaking views of the grounds. Though we may not be in Champagne, France, you can get a taste of fabulous sparkling wine right here on Long island with the staff is committed to hospitality and wine education.

   Cuvée Carnaval Rosé pairs perfectly with sunny Spring days .. Get it now before it's sold out! #sparklingpointe

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2. Lenz Winery: Established in 1978, Lenz Winery is one of the most mature vineyards on the east end. With impeccable service from friendly and knowledgeable staff, the tasting room is open year-round, seven days a week. In addition, they host special events throughout the year — like their 9th annual Dinner in the Vines, coming up this August.

   #TBT to summers past at Lenz Winery. When the vines by our entrance are full they provide great shade from the sun and one of the most picturesque views of the winery.

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3. Vineyard 48: Looking for more of a party atmosphere? Vineyard 48 has got you covered with wine slushies, sangria buckets, and an awesome DJ spinning the hottest jams. On some weekends, you’ll even find delicious food trucks on the grounds slinging scrumptious creations.

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Pro Tip: After a long day at the vineyards, unwind at one of the many amazing restaurants the area has to offer — and don’t forget to arrange for transportation to and from the east end!

When it comes to wine tasting on Long Island, here at Dynasty Limousine we’re experts. Contact us today and we’ll set up a fully customizable wine tour for your next outing: 631-587-8500. Our expert wine tour representatives will handle all the arrangements necessary to create the perfect package to suit your needs.

5 Reasons to Go Wine Tasting on Long Island This Season

Whether you have a special occasion coming up or are just looking to spend time with good friends, there’s always a good reason to spend an afternoon among the vines.

Need an excuse to go wine tasting with Dynasty Limousine? How about five:

1. It’s the perfect season!
Let’s be real, all seasons bring their fair share of perks for wine lovers: Fall’s harvest, winter’s Winterfest, summer’s beautiful weather, and spring’s lack of crowds!

2. Bachelorette parties.
Is there a better way to celebrate your fling before the ring? Grab your gal pals, Dynasty Limousine and head out to Long Island Wine Country. Our wine tour division, First Class Wine Tours, can handle everything from vineyard arrangements to gourmet lunches for you and your party.

3. Birthday celebrations.
Whether you are celebrating your 21st or your 40th, gather your nearest and dearest and celebrate in style. Discover one of Long Island’s hidden gems like Whisper Vineyards or Bridge Lane Wine Tasting Room and then check out the music scene at Baiting Hollow or Vineyard 48.

4. Family outings.
If you only spend time with your extended family on the holidays, we think it’s time to start a new tradition: a trip to the East End each season! Get out of the house with your loved ones and enjoy some fresh air and vino.

5. Sunday fundays.
And if the above reasons weren’t enough, how about a good ol' Sunday funday. With vehicles that can hold 7 or 27 passengers, invite your friends, family or colleagues out east for a lazy afternoon with wine, music and door-to-door transportation courtesy of Dynasty Limo!

When it comes to wine tasting on Long Island, we know a thing or two. Call us today and we’ll set up a fully customizable wine tour for your next outing: 631-587-8500. Our expert wine tour representatives will handle all the arrangements necessary to create the perfect package to suit your needs. 

Trending News: Will LI Wine Tours as We Know Them Soon Come to an End?

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It goes without saying that wine tours are a popular Long Island outing - but latest news from the East End explains the nature of a day at the vineyard may soon change. 

 
Members of the Long Island Wine Council announced in Tuesday’s Southold Town Board work session that they are working to shift the focus of the North Fork wine business away from the party centric, live music atmosphere and toward the quality of wines grown. Meaning? Goodbye party bus crowds and hello wine connoisseurs.

 
According to the East End Beacon:

“One of the biggest problems is music is not profitable,” said Long Island Wine Council Executive Director Steve Bate. “You have people sitting around for a whole afternoon sipping one glass of wine to listen to music, and they’re not actually taking the wine home with them.”
“We want to go after a different customer, one that is more interested in the product than in live music,” said Mr. Bate.

The Wine Council has begun a complete overhaul of the region’s branding strategies, creating a new website to focus on what goes into the making of award-winning North Fork wines and their winemakers. Wineries will also undergo a two-day training to help them redefine how wine is sold, pour no more than an ounce, and set a minimum standard for purchases when people spend all day at a tasting room.

“Customers should expect to invest when they come out here, not be looking for a deal. We want to make sure tasting room fees are not waived unless there is a significant investment.”

Read even more details here via Patch. What are your thoughts about this new initiative? Share your views on our Facebook page.

 
Given this will take time to see the shift take place, it’s certainly something to consider when heading to the wineries in the future. In the interim, connect with our expert wine tour representatives to create the perfect Vineyard Tour Package to suit your needs. For more information on our Winery Tour Packages or to make a Reservation please call 631-587-8500 today.

New Long Island Wines Available This Summer

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With a plethora of vineyards and wine producers practically in our backyard, it's no wonder wine tasting on Long Island is a popular summer (and Fall!) activity. If you've headed out east before, you're likely familiar with the vineyards and their offerings - but are you aware of the new wines coming out this season? 

 

Check out the list below for a sneak preview, then reserve your ride with us and explore what new varieties Long Island Wine Country has to offer: 

Martha Clara Vineyards
6025 Sound Ave, Riverhead
Prepare yourself for three new vintages this summer, including two of their 2014 Northern Solstice Blends (the Rosé with notes of watermelon, strawberry and hints of cotton candy and the Blanc with hints of pineapple and other tropical fruits) as well as their new vintage of Northville Blanc, a blend of 65% Chardonnay and 35% Viognier.

Sparkling Pointe
39750 Middle Rd, Southhold
On Saturday, July 25th from 1-6pm, head to Sothhold’s Sparkling Pointe for their 6th Annual Carnaval Celebration! The event celebrates the second release of Cuvée Carnaval Rogue(sparking red with notes of black cherries and cinnamon) as well as the NV Cuvée Carnaval Rosé (sweeter sparking rose with notes of watermelon and strawberries). Plus, you’ll enjoy the Samba Nova Drum Band and Brazilian Carnaval dancers!

Wolffer Estate Vineyard
139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack
Pay homage to summertime in the Hamptons with Wolffer’s new vintage of their extremely popular rosé, Summer in a Bottle. Following its success, they are also releasing Summer in a Bottle White. In July, visitors can expect to find a new rosé from the Wolffer Estate vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina called the Finca Wolffer Rosé 2015. Plan for a Sunday Funday at Wolffer, Sundays on the Terrace takes place from 9a-1p offering a brunch service with rosé mimosas and cider cocktails, not to mention this vineyard offers live music, yoga in the vines and other special events throughout the summer.

Raphael Vineyard
39390 Route 25, Peconic
Taste one of four new wines alongside live music every Sunday, including: Bel Rosso, a new label remade from a previously discontinued blend incorporating Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon; Rosé of Pinot Noir, a dry wine with balanced acidity exhibiting flavors of grapefruit and lime; 2014 First Label Sauvignon Blanc, hand selected from the vineyard’s oldest vines offering crisp flavors of pineapple, grapefruit and lemongrass; Cabernet Franc, a fruity red wine showing notes of raspberries, licorice, and black olive.

 

Call us today and we’ll set up a fully customizable wine tour to the above vineyards. We provide our customers with luxurious limousines and/or limo buses which can accommodate a party of 2 to 30 guests to the East End of Long Island for a day of relaxation and fun. Visit our wine tour page for more information!
 

Celebrate Spring - Plan a Trip to the Vineyards

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Happy first day of spring! Time to start planning for activities that require a little sunshine and warmer temps - a wine tour in your near future perhaps? No need to jet off to Napa to sample first-class wine when we have some in our own backyard. For this #TravelThursday we’re spotlighting Long Island’s very own vineyards.

With over 3,000 acres of vineyards and over 50 wine producers, Long Island Wine Country is booming! So grab some friends, reserve your ride with us, and explore Long Island and all it has to offer:

Martha Clara Vineyards, North Fork - Riverhead
The winery maintains a festive atmosphere with a calendar packed with live music, food, open-mic nights and pet-friendly events like the Vines and Canines Vineyard Walk.

Wolffer Estate, South Fork - Sagaponack
Surrounded by 55 acres of rolling hills planted with vines, the neatly trellised vineyard provides a truly magnificent setting for wine tastings, evenings filled with live music, weddings and other magnificent parties.

Pindar Vineyards, North Fork - Peconic
Pindar Vineyards encompasses more than 500 scenic acres, grows 17 varieties of grapes, and crafts them into some 23 varietals and proprietary blends. They also produce 70,000 cases of wine a year, making them the largest vineyard on Long Island!

Jamesport Vineyards, North Fork - Jamesport
Jamesport Vineyards emphasizes its commitment to protecting the environment through sustainable farming practices both on land and in the water as a sponsor of SPAT, a community-based initiative to restore shellfish by creating private shellfish gardens. The vineyards even offer free tastings and wine discounts for patrons who return empty Jamesport bottles to the winery. 

However you decide to celebrate the dawn of spring on Long Island, let us take care of your transportation needs, so that you can focus on what matters – having fun! Call us today (631) 587-8500! For more information please visit our website www.dynastylimoli.com. 

A Guide To The Perfect Girl's Weekend

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Whether you're a working professional, student, wife, daughter or stay at home mom, we all need a girl's weekend every now and again. It could be a long-awaited reunion, birthday festivities, one-last hoorah bachelorette party, or just a good old girl's weekend, this will for sure be one of the best weekends of the year! Here are some tips and recommendations for your girl's weekend - North Fork Style.

• Bed and Breakfast Style - Skip the hotel chains and find one of the cute bed and breakfasts in the area.
• Go Wine-ing -  The North Fork has been called the Napa Valley of the East Coast. With over 3,000 acres of vineyards and over 50 wine producers, Long Island Wine Country is booming! For more information on Long Island Wine Country visit http://www.liwines.com/
• EAT - Some of the best locally grown food can be found on the North Shore.  The farm-to-table approach has visitors coming back year after year.
• Farms - Check out the burst of colors as you pass by each farm and farm stand. Stop by and grab some fresh produce to bring home to friends and family. We recommend the pies!

For your girls weekend let us take care of your transportation needs, so that you can focus on what matters – having fun! Our premier limousine services are the best out there. We know that after one ride with us, you’ll come back again! Call us today (631) 587-8500! For more information please visit our website www.dynastylimoli.com.