ALBANY – The winners of the 40th Annual New York Wine Classic include Hudson Valley winers.

The award for the best sparkling went to Milea Family Wines, Hudson Valley Vineyards, Right Bank Blanc De Blancs in Staatsburg.

The best red award went to Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, 2024 Cabernet Franc Clone 623, in Millbrook.

The New York Wine Classic is organized by the New York Wine & Grape Foundation.

This year, more than 100 wineries submitted over 700 wines. In total, 14 Platinum, 282 Gold, 296 Silver, and 106 Bronze medals were awarded.

The wine classic “shines a well-deserved spotlight on the exceptional wines being produced across our state and the craftsmanship of the grape growers and winemakers behind them,” said State Senator Michelle Hinchey (D, Saugerties).



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