We had a great experience today at Bright Leaf! Weather was amazing and we just ordered a glass of beer and a Chardonnay (Oaked) plus a charcuterie board prepared by Rebecca. We asked for someone to take a photo, and Taylor was right there to do it.. We were pleasantly surprised by the owner Mike sitting down to visit with us, and talk all about his and Donna’s experience finding this property. Mike brought out a pizza for the two of us to share. I would highly recommend Bright Leaf Winery for your next visit to Cayuga Lake!
Richard Arthur
Lovely estate grown wines in a beautiful setting. Music and food trucks/caterers frequently.
Lori Pettit
Finally a Chardonnay I really like!
Bonnie H
This winery is our new favorite in the finger lakes! Went there in the afternoon for a tasting, added another tasting, then added a charcuterie board, and ended up coming back for dinner, chocolate, and music. Oh and bought 6 bottles of their wine! Their Riesling is a standout in a region where Rieslings are the one. Their reds really won us over! They grow their grapes in the levels of land where you want your harvest of reds versus the whites and the taste translates to wonderful wines. If you like smooth and rich go for their Merlot or find full body with a peppery vigor in the Lemberger. Their Pinot again is velvety and fruity. Cab Sav robust and berry. Then their blend gives you all the tastes perfectly married together. Don’t forget to try the chocolate pairings too! Make sure to stay for a bit (and return as we did) to take in the view as you lounge outside, it is perfect for viewing the sunset. Steven and Shannon were wonderful and knowledgeable hosts we thank you for the time you took with us. Wish we lived closer but fortunately our friends up in Aurora loved their first time there and will be visiting there now more frequently. Be sure to visit you will not be disappointed! And I’m sure you will return as we will. Thank you!!
Pradipta Mazumder
Outstanding!
Chakaya Howard
I walked in wine & spirits in Webster and I met a amazing lady her name was faith and the crazy part about meet this nice young lady was she didn’t even work at the location she was the only one that offered me assistant. Thank you very much faith you have are the best !
Taylor Dingman
Lovely place ❤️
David DiMora
We always stop at Bright Leaf when we're in the area. The people are as friendly as the wine is delicious. They've got some fantastic reds, the super dry, peppery reds with a hint of fresh raspberry that just linger on the palate. The view over the lake is always gorgeous. When the weather is warm(er) I love to grab one of their Adirondack chairs & look out over the lake with a glass (or two). Highly recommend!
dodgeman
Very friendly atmosphere. Definitely worth signing up for the wine club. There cab Franc is 👍 also nice selection of sweet wines
Brian Nowak
Bright Leaf Vineyard is hands down the best winery in the Finger Lakes! My wife and I have been coming here since Mike and Donna first opened, and it’s been our favorite spot ever since. We love it so much that we became Wine Club Members, and their quarterly shipments of wine are always a highlight.
What really sets Bright Leaf apart is how much care and passion Mike and Donna put into their wines. You can truly taste the difference—their wines stand out in a region full of great options. They take so much pride in their craft, and it shows in every bottle. The warm, welcoming atmosphere is a reflection of their dedication to making the experience special for everyone who visits.
If you're in the Finger Lakes, you need to give Bright Leaf a try. Whether you're sipping wine with the stunning view or picking up a bottle (or two!) to take home, I’m sure you’ll love it just as much as we do. Trust me—you won’t be disappointed!
Great views, excellent customer service and delicious wines. This was our first trip here but we definitely will be back. Try their dry reds. Dog friendly too which is always a plus!
Giveita Shank
Such a cozy atmosphere inside and great views of the lake and property. Wonderful selection of estate wines. The best is their semi-dry Riesling and the cab sauv :) Mike, the owner has a great personality. This is a small family run winery. Definitely worth a visit. It's a little hard to find but just follow your GPS Google map directions.
gutie
Outstanding view, wines, and staff.
Michael Jackson
I'm almost upset at how wonderful this winery is. I may be spoiled for all the other wineries in the region. I have had the most peaceful, enjoyable experience that I've had yet in the Finger Lakes region. Granted, it's the middle of the week just off season, but it is so relaxing, and the wines... The wines I can't adequately describe in this review. Absolutely top of the line. Cab Sav is too good. The unoaked chard totally fooled me as another wine. This winery is incredible.
Meta #bossinbeauty
Excellent service. Rebecca truly made us feel welcome. The views are stunning & the Chocolate & Wine Pairing exceptional
We had a great experience today at Bright Leaf! Weather was amazing and we just ordered a glass of beer and a Chardonnay (Oaked) plus a charcuterie board prepared by Rebecca. We asked for someone to take a photo, and Taylor was right there to do it.. We were pleasantly surprised by the owner Mike sitting down to visit with us, and talk all about his and Donna’s experience finding this property. Mike brought out a pizza for the two of us to share. I would highly recommend Bright Leaf Winery for your next visit to Cayuga Lake!
Lovely estate grown wines in a beautiful setting. Music and food trucks/caterers frequently.
Finally a Chardonnay I really like!
This winery is our new favorite in the finger lakes! Went there in the afternoon for a tasting, added another tasting, then added a charcuterie board, and ended up coming back for dinner, chocolate, and music. Oh and bought 6 bottles of their wine! Their Riesling is a standout in a region where Rieslings are the one. Their reds really won us over! They grow their grapes in the levels of land where you want your harvest of reds versus the whites and the taste translates to wonderful wines. If you like smooth and rich go for their Merlot or find full body with a peppery vigor in the Lemberger. Their Pinot again is velvety and fruity. Cab Sav robust and berry. Then their blend gives you all the tastes perfectly married together. Don’t forget to try the chocolate pairings too! Make sure to stay for a bit (and return as we did) to take in the view as you lounge outside, it is perfect for viewing the sunset. Steven and Shannon were wonderful and knowledgeable hosts we thank you for the time you took with us. Wish we lived closer but fortunately our friends up in Aurora loved their first time there and will be visiting there now more frequently. Be sure to visit you will not be disappointed! And I’m sure you will return as we will. Thank you!!
Outstanding!
I walked in wine & spirits in Webster and I met a amazing lady her name was faith and the crazy part about meet this nice young lady was she didn’t even work at the location she was the only one that offered me assistant. Thank you very much faith you have are the best !
Lovely place ❤️
We always stop at Bright Leaf when we're in the area. The people are as friendly as the wine is delicious. They've got some fantastic reds, the super dry, peppery reds with a hint of fresh raspberry that just linger on the palate. The view over the lake is always gorgeous. When the weather is warm(er) I love to grab one of their Adirondack chairs & look out over the lake with a glass (or two). Highly recommend!
Very friendly atmosphere. Definitely worth signing up for the wine club. There cab Franc is 👍 also nice selection of sweet wines
Bright Leaf Vineyard is hands down the best winery in the Finger Lakes! My wife and I have been coming here since Mike and Donna first opened, and it’s been our favorite spot ever since. We love it so much that we became Wine Club Members, and their quarterly shipments of wine are always a highlight.
What really sets Bright Leaf apart is how much care and passion Mike and Donna put into their wines. You can truly taste the difference—their wines stand out in a region full of great options. They take so much pride in their craft, and it shows in every bottle. The warm, welcoming atmosphere is a reflection of their dedication to making the experience special for everyone who visits.
If you're in the Finger Lakes, you need to give Bright Leaf a try. Whether you're sipping wine with the stunning view or picking up a bottle (or two!) to take home, I’m sure you’ll love it just as much as we do. Trust me—you won’t be disappointed!
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Great views, excellent customer service and delicious wines. This was our first trip here but we definitely will be back. Try their dry reds. Dog friendly too which is always a plus!
Such a cozy atmosphere inside and great views of the lake and property. Wonderful selection of estate wines. The best is their semi-dry Riesling and the cab sauv :) Mike, the owner has a great personality. This is a small family run winery. Definitely worth a visit. It's a little hard to find but just follow your GPS Google map directions.
Outstanding view, wines, and staff.
I'm almost upset at how wonderful this winery is. I may be spoiled for all the other wineries in the region. I have had the most peaceful, enjoyable experience that I've had yet in the Finger Lakes region. Granted, it's the middle of the week just off season, but it is so relaxing, and the wines... The wines I can't adequately describe in this review. Absolutely top of the line. Cab Sav is too good. The unoaked chard totally fooled me as another wine. This winery is incredible.
Excellent service. Rebecca truly made us feel welcome. The views are stunning & the Chocolate & Wine Pairing exceptional
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