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Cayuga Lake AVA: 64 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Cayuga Lake AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in New York, established under 27 CFR 9.127. It covers Cayuga, Seneca, Tompkins counties and contains 64 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger Finger Lakes AVA.

Where These Wineries Are

Cayuga Lake AVA: 64 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

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Where the Cayuga Lake AVA Is

Cayuga

Seneca

Tompkins

Grapes Grown in Cayuga Lake

Cayuga White

Riesling

Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Sauvignon

Pinot Noir

Merlot

Chardonnay

Cider

AVAs Inside Cayuga Lake

None

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.127.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Cayuga Lake AVA?

64 licensed producers are located in the Cayuga Lake AVA.

Where is the Cayuga Lake AVA?

It lies in New York, covering Cayuga, Seneca, Tompkins counties.

What does the Cayuga Lake AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Cayuga Lake must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.127.

Is Cayuga Lake part of a larger AVA?

Yes, Cayuga Lake sits within the Finger Lakes AVA.

Parent

Finger Lakes AVA

States

New York Wineries

Grapes

Cayuga White Wineries · Riesling Wineries · Cabernet Franc Wineries · Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Pinot Noir Wineries · Merlot Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Cider Wineries

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.