Finger Lakes · Keuka Lake AVA

Hammondsport

The Cradle of American Aviation on Keuka Lake

Hammondsport sits at the southern tip of Keuka Lake — a Y-shaped glacial lake where American aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss was born, Prohibition-era wine secretly continued, and modern New York wine culture was reborn.

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Wineries
Nearby
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Best For
Wine & dining
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Tasting Fees
$15–$50
Vibe
Wine country charm
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🤓 Did You Know?
Wine has been produced commercially in the United States since the 1830s — California alone now has over 140 designated American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), more than any other state.

Wineries to Visit

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Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery
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Heron Hill Winery
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Ravines Wine Cellars
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Bully Hill Vineyards
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McGregor Vineyard
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Where to Eat

Crooked Lake Ice Cream$

Village institution — housemade ice cream on the main square.

Village Tavern Restaurant$$

Longtime local favorite — reliable American food and comprehensive Finger Lakes wine list.

Ravines Wine Cellars Café$$

Wine bar and small plates at the winery — ideal lunch between Keuka tastings.

Stonecat Café$$

Lakeside casual dining on Seneca Lake (20 min drive).

Things to Do

  • ✓ Glenn Curtiss Museum of Aviation — extraordinary and underrated
  • ✓ Walk the village square around Pulteney Park
  • ✓ Keuka Lake wine trail (54 miles, both east and west branches)
  • ✓ Finger Lakes Distilling tasting room
  • ✓ Rowboat or kayak rental on Keuka Lake
  • ✓ Antique shopping on Main Street
🍷 WinoNotion Insider Tip
Dr. Konstantin Frank's winery is a pilgrimage site for East Coast wine lovers — Frank proved vinifera grapes could thrive in the Finger Lakes when everyone said it was impossible. The Dry Riesling is benchmark.
Known For

Keuka Lake wine trail, Glenn Curtiss Museum, Dr. Konstantin Frank, Y-shaped lake geography, Bully Hill

Drive Times
Penn Yan
20min
Watkins Glen
45min
Rochester
1h 10min
Where to Stay
J.S. Hubbs B&BB&B

Victorian-era B&B in the heart of the village — charming and excellent breakfast.

Pleasant Valley InnMid-range

Comfortable inn overlooking the lake — some rooms with Keuka Lake views.

Finger Lakes InnMid-range

Reliable mid-range option convenient to the Keuka Lake wine trail.

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