27 Best Wineries near Hector

“Fantastic wine served by top notch people!“

“We had the best time at this winery of all the ones in the area! Our Taste Server was great sorry I forgot your name. (oldtimers)
We also purchased the most here. Maybe that why I forgot your name. Every one we tasted was great. Doubt if we get back up your way but highly recommend your wines.“

“Great selection and helpful personnel.“

“Delicious burger and wine pairing! Give Red Newt a try for your next weekend lunch, you'll be glad you did! I had the newt burger with fries and a glass of Red Eft. The local ingredients create a hearty meal that fueled me rather than weighed me down. Can't wait to try another burger or a grilled cheese and soup. They put an elegant twist on all they do with bright and friendly staff.“

“We stopped in yesterday and had a nice bottle of wine. Assistant Wine Maker Rhett Seeley stopped by to chat. Never met him before, but he was passing by and we asked him for some recommendations. He was extremely helpful and friendly. We ended up buying the wines he recommended as well as some beautiful garlic, a bag of coffee and some wine glasses! They are known for their dry reds and they did not disappoint. I highly recommend adding Hector Wine Company to your list of stops along the wine trail.“

“My favorite winery. Good wine, good people and a beautiful view. I just love the whole vibe.“

“This was the first winery my spouse and I visited for a 3 day trip. We ended up hitting around 8 spots and let me tell you, the bar was set incredibly high here. Beautiful spot, great views, friendly service, and absolutely delicious wine. We left with a bottle of their Pet-nat which was seriously impressive for the style. We would absolutely come back here again.“

“We had a wonderful experience with Cayla. The wine selection is fantastic and the service was top notch. Thank you 😊“

“Robert and the other gentleman behind the bar were highly informative and genuinely personable, which made our visit so relaxed and enjoyable! The ciders—especially the Ithaca Punch and Pommeau—were outstanding. We loved having our tasting and picnic lunch inside the barn, where we got to unwind with the view of the garden, chickens, and bunnies. It truly made this visit one of the highlights of our family’s second annual winery and cidery tour in the Finger Lakes. I highly recommend stopping by, and I wish the team continued success in all their future endeavors.“

“Great people, views, wines!!!! Family!“

“We had an amazing time at Damiani, especially because of Bryan's amazing service and knowledge. The wine was delicious, too, with the MC2 as a favorite red and the Chardonnay Reserve as a favorite white. Bryan learned our palette well and even allowed us to experience a vintage wine not on the tasting menu. There was plenty of staff there on a Saturday morning to give everyone the same dedicated attention we received from Bryan. Definitely a must stop!“

“Absolutely amazing, exceptional service- informative and our favorite wine today!! Barnstormers is a must do when visiting Seneca Lake!“

“Fantastic stop! The Valentine pairings were really great! Descriptions was spot on. On our list of must stops winery list!“

“We shared a wonderful tasting experience here last weekend. We did not schedule an appointment and walked in. The associate was very friendly and offered us some tasting options at the bar area as their reservations were full for guided tastings. She then quickly realized that she could squeeze us into a guided tasting and gave us the option. We gladly accepted. Cyrus (hope I spelled his name correctly) was very knowledgeable and friendly, and patiently took us through each round of wines to taste, occasionally offering an additional glass to taste the co parison between vineyards the grapes came from. We left with 7 bottles of wine and a heavy interest to join their wine club (currently a member of too many at the moment, otherwise we would have joined here, as well). All of the staff was very friendly and welcoming, even those we ran into in the parking lot who didn’t know us or serve us. An outstanding experience from beginning to end.
Special note that the tasting room is beautiful, cozy and quaint.“

“Love this place! The wine is Amazingly delicious and the staff is top notch! Definitely recommend! 😃🍷“

“They had nice wine tastings“

“great views, great wine, and super friendly staff! Thanks for having us!“

“Loved it here and the weather was perfect! Wine was great!“

“Great wine, beautiful view of the lake and friendly, helpful staff. Sam did our tasting and was excellent!“

“Although the restaurant was busy today we were seated, waited on, and served in a reasonably amount of time. The food was good and the wait staff was friendly and accommodating, especially since we wanted a window table that had not been bussed yet.“

“Great wine, fantastic views, friendly service - looking forward to going back. We enjoyed a tasting flight, which includes 5 wines from the category of your choice (sweet white, dry red, etc.) while relaxing on the patio and taking in the gorgeous view of Seneca Lake. The flight was $19, a bit pricey but refunded if you buy 6 bottles - which I gladly did. The wait staff was very helpful and friendly. Looking forward to our next visit.“

“Great wines, beautiful views from the spacious patio!“

“Wonderful reds and super nice people! Try the Synergy . . . you won’t be disappointed! 🍷“

“Had a great lunch there today with my mini me. So excited to have a place to eat on this side of the lake.“

“We love making this our first stop to visit the owners who have become our friends!!!“

“Caitlin B. was amazing and I definitely need to come here again. The biggest appeal to me is the fruit wine. I'm looking for a local alternative to what I already know. Where I wish they'd bring some back and understand how expensive it could be. I just hope they keep them. The blueberry was my favorite of the ones I tried, I'll see you in two weeks! 🩵“

“Catharine Valley Winery offers a delightful experience with its great atmosphere, friendly people, and fantastic views. Nestled in a picturesque setting, it's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy some exceptional wines and ciders. Whether you're a connoisseur or just looking to relax with a glass in hand, you'll find this winery to be the ideal spot for a lovely afternoon. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a taste of local charm and excellent beverages!“