By Lenn Thompson, Long Island Editor and Editor-in-Chief To most wine lovers outside of New York (and even many in New York) Dr. Konstantin Frank Viniifera Wine Cellars is synonymous with Finger Lakes wine. Dr. Frank's is one of the region's largest, best and most widely distributed producers. Of course, the winery is best known for its riesling bottlings, followed closely by Gewurztraminer and, partly because it's unique and partly because it's unique — Rkatsiteli. Today's review isn't of any of those well-regarded wines. Instead, we'll focus on a ripe, polished Dr. Konstantin Frank 2007 Cabernet Franc ($20) that still…
Posts Written OnSeptember 29, 2009
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News Briefs: Palmer Vineyards for Sale, Ben Feder Dies
By Lenn Thompson, Long Island Editor and Editor-in-Chief A couple news items that hit our virtual news desk over the last couple of days: When Bob Palmer, who founded Palmer Vineyards in 1983, passed away over the winter, many wondered if his family would take over and keep one of the oldest vineyards on the North Fork of Long Island running. They have so far, but it sounds as if they are ready to move on. The winery (and a separate vineyard) are now on the market and being sold in two parcels. The first property, on 61 acres in Aquebogue, includes the…