Wine tours in New York City
Wine tours from New York City spend the day among cellars and vineyards. The most comfortable months are April to June and September–October, with highs around 71°F (22°C).
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Wines and wine areas near New York City
Names to look for on a tour itinerary or a wine list:
- Long island
- Vineyards on the North Fork and Hamptons, a couple of hours east of Manhattan.
- North fork
- The quieter vineyard arm of Long Island's East End.
- Hudson valley
- One of America's oldest wine regions, a couple of hours north of New York City.
- Finger lakes
- Upstate New York's lake region, best known for Riesling.
How to pick a good wine tour
- Count the wineries: three tastings in a day is comfortable; five turns into a rush.
- Check whether lunch is included. A long tasting on an empty stomach is the most common complaint.
- Small-group and private tours can change the route; big coach tours keep to a fixed schedule.
- Harvest season brings the most activity at wineries but also the busiest roads and cellar doors.
New York City month by month
Averages for New York, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 40 (4) | 42 (6) | 50 (10) | 62 (17) | 71 (22) | 80 (27) | 85 (29) | 83 (29) | 76 (25) | 65 (18) | 54 (12) | 44 (7) |
| Low °F (°C) | 28 (-2) | 29 (-1) | 36 (2) | 46 (8) | 55 (13) | 64 (18) | 70 (21) | 69 (21) | 62 (17) | 51 (11) | 42 (6) | 34 (1) |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:53 pm | 5:30 pm | 7:02 pm | 7:35 pm | 8:06 pm | 8:29 pm | 8:26 pm | 7:55 pm | 7:06 pm | 6:17 pm | 4:38 pm | 4:29 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for wine tours in New York City?
April to June and September–October. Expect highs around 71°F (22°C). The least comfortable months are January and February.
Where can I book wine tours in New York City?
The link above searches Viator for wine tours in New York City. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you book.
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