Discover Long Island Wine Country on a Chef-Led Winery Vacation

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A Journey Beyond the Bottle

This isn’t just a tour; it’s a personal exploration led by us, Marcus and Jamie Guiliano. For us, food and wine are a lifelong passion. As a chef and food activist, Marcus brings the “fire”—a deep need to know the why behind every flavor and a joy in sharing that knowledge. As the hospitality “heartbeat,” Jamie curates the connections, ensuring you feel less like a tourist and more like family from the moment you arrive. We personally design every itinerary ourselves, ensuring our journey together is seamless, enriching, and filled with moments of genuine discovery.

What Makes Long Island Wine Country Special?

The North Fork of Long Island is a place of maritime magic. Its unique terroir, with sandy, well-draining soils and the constant influence of the Atlantic Ocean and Peconic Bay, creates the ideal conditions for producing elegant, balanced, and food-friendly wines. This is a region celebrated for its vibrant farm-to-glass culture, where you feel an unbreakable link between the land and the bottle.

  • Award-Winning Wines: Known for world-class Cabernet Franc, crisp Chardonnays, refined Merlots, and sparkling wines that rival the best from Europe.
  • Maritime Climate: Cool ocean breezes and a long growing season result in wines with bright acidity and nuanced flavors.
  • Boutique Production: The region is defined by small, family-owned wineries dedicated to quality and hands-on farming.

A Taste of Your Chef-Led Itinerary

Every part of this winery vacation is seen through a chef’s eyes. We don’t just visit great wineries; we experience them through curated food and wine pairings that elevate both. Expect seaside lunches with fresh local seafood, private dinners held at vineyard estates, and farm-to-table meals that showcase the region’s agricultural bounty. Because Marcus is a chef, he understands how wine and food should dance together, creating moments that are simply unforgettable.

Join Our Waitlist for Fall 2025

This is more than a vacation; it’s an opportunity to connect with a unique corner of the wine world in a way few ever will. Our groups are small and intimate to ensure a personal, “family feel,” and spots are extremely limited. By joining the waitlist, you’ll be the first to receive the finalized dates and the opportunity to book your place on this soul-shifting journey. Are you ready to discover the Long Island Wine Country we know and love?

  • Arrival at the Harbor Hotel: Meet us at the luxurious 4-Diamond Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, your stunning base on Seneca Lake.
  • Damiani Winery: Kick off with a tasting of bold, elegant wines from this sun-drenched vineyard.
  • Finger Lakes Distilling: Enjoy an immersive tasting of artisanal whiskeys and liqueurs, crafted the old-fashioned way.
  • Exclusive Opening Reception: Join us in our suite for a private, intimate gathering with hand-selected wines, spirits, and local foods.
  • Lakeside Breakfast: Start your day at Blu Pointe Restaurant, enjoying breakfast with stunning lake views.
  • Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard: Exclusive tasting at this pioneering vineyard, recently awarded “Winemaker of the Year.”
  • Authentic Local Lunch: Savor fresh, regional ingredients at one of our favorite local eateries.
  • Domaine LeSeurre: Explore French elegance in winemaking with Céline and Sébastien LeSeurre, bringing generations of heritage.
  • Weis Vineyards: Meet winemaker Peter Weis and experience wines blending German tradition with the Finger Lakes landscape.
  • Dinner at Graft: A culinary masterpiece awaits at one of Watkins Glen’s most sought-after farm-to-table restaurants.
  • Relaxed Breakfast: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast in our suite before our final day of tastings.
  • Fulkerson Winery: Discover the 200-year legacy of this family farm and taste their impressive variety of grapes.
  • Farewell Lunch at Thai Elephant: Close our incredible journey with vibrant flavors and local wines in a final celebration.