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    Ventosa Vineyards

    4.1 (283 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Classy
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Kim G.

    I had an enjoyable time at this winery. The back patio area is lovely with a great view of the lake. The inside area is impressive and had live music which is a total plus! Our service was efficient. The wine was good overall but not great.

    Jennifer T.

    Great atmosphere! Great view , the pizza was fantastic. The wines were not really our favorite. But did enjoy the dry Riesling . We both enjoyed a flight , wished we could have chosen our own types of wine . Service was friendly.

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    Marietta C.

    10 stars for the incredible views at Ventosa! Located in the middle of the Finger Lakes Wine Country, this winery will give you a little taste of Tuscany without having to leave NY. From wine tastings to live music and weddings, Ventosa is the perfect destination spot to enjoy a gorgeous view will enjoying delicious wine. I highly recommend during the warmer months since you really will be captivated by their gorgeous view and will be very tempted to sit outside but might lowkey freeze your butt off if you try to when it's not the perfect weather for it. With gorgeous vines and the view of Seneca lake, this place is incredibly beautiful to get married at. We really enjoyed coming here and getting a bottle of their dry Riesling and enjoying the lake view while we had a light lunch. Their cafe food is just ok but I'm happy they do have a variety of hot and fresh food and not just cheese and charcuterie boards (which we love but somethings you just need a little something more). Ordering at the cafe is pretty easy, there's no table service, you order directly at the counter and when the food is ready, it'll get delivered to you. They offer up sandwiches, pizza, wraps and soups to name a few. Bottom line, great spot to enjoy the gorgeous outdoor space while sipping vino, do a little picnic and even hang out with your dog, they're welcome in the outside space only.

    Great wine and beautiful sunsets!
    Amy K.

    By far, my favorite winery on Seneca Lake. This places makes you feel like you're in Tuscany! Beautiful views overlooking the vineyards and the lake, so the sunsets were spectacular. We visited on a Wednesday so they had happy hour (BOGO drinks) as well as live music!! It was so fun and we really had a good time! For the food, we tried a charcuterie board and it was just the right size for 3 people to share. Pairs very nicely with their white blend- yum! I can't wait to come back here!

    Christina S.

    It's a great experience everytime I visit. Staff is friendly and the food is delicious. They also have a huge selection of wines and the view of the lake is beautiful.

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    Nicci G.

    Walking into Ventosa Vineyards takes you away from New York and brings you to Tuscany. Once you arrive you go right to one of their two bars. Once you get there, you have three choices. You can order food from their cafe, you can sample their different wines, and/or do a flight. If you are sampling their wines, then you stay at the bar to sample them. If you are doing a flight, you wait for the flight and then you can take it outside or stay inside. If it is a gorgeous day, you are going to want to go outside. The view outside is absolutely beautiful! The view will take your breath away. If you are looking for a winery in the Finger Lakes with a beautiful view, then Ventosa is the place for you!

    Jill K.

    Amazing wine, Amazing view, and amazing live music!!!! By far the best winery on Seneca Lake! Glad we chose to end our night coming here

    Spirited R.

    We finally stopped at a winery we've passed by many times before but never visited--until now. We did a tasting of several wines, and I started with the Dry Riesling, which had lovely hints of apricot and orange peel. Next, I tried the 2020 Tocai Friulano, which had a grapefruit aroma but was incredibly smooth and delicious. Then, I sampled the 2020 Pinot Gris, which had notes of peach and kiwi with a touch of sweetness on the finish. My favorite was the Tocai Friulano--I couldn't leave without taking a bottle home. Our server shared a fun story about a woman from Georgia who visits once a year just to buy three cases of it, using it to make sangria for her annual party.

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    Roshan R.

    We were here on a Wednesday afternoon. The ambience was serene and beautiful. We chose outdoor seating as the weather was just perfect. The Cafe Toscana has limited menu. I like the system where we just mark what we want on the menu and give them and wait for it on your table. This way, we are not often bothered by waiters when you want a calm and romantic time. The white wine - pinot gris was amazing. We loved it! The artisan pizza was super fresh and flavorful. My wife also liked their side salad. The cheesy garlic bread tasted good but I wish they had some herbs sprinkled on the top. They have a wide selection of white, rose and red wines which is kinda obvious considering it's a vineyard and the place is beautiful right along the lake. Great for some pictures Would definitely recommend this place.

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    Started our trip to the Finger Lakes here and finished up here, too, with lunch and wine overlooking Seneca Lake.

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