Dr. Konstantin Frank brochure

D irections : From South: Take I-86 to exit 38 in Bath, NY and follow signs to State Route 54 North to Hammondsport. Follow signs to Route 54A through Hammondsport and take the first left past Realty USA onto County Route 76. (We’re located 6 miles north of Hammondsport.) Follow signs to the winery. The winery’s address is 9749 Middle Road.

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New York’s most award winning winery since 1962!

From North: Take I-90 (NYS Thruway) to exit 42 and follow Route 14 South for 7 miles through Geneva, NY and for about 15 miles further south on Route 14. Take Route 54 South 4 miles to Penn Yan, then 54A South to Branchport. From the Branchport blinking red light, turn left to stay on Route 54A. Go about 9 miles and turn right up Gibson Hill Road. Continue through the stop sign and turn left onto Middle Road, where there is a Dr. Frank’s sign. Go about 1 mile to the next Dr. Frank’s sign and turn left. Turn right into our driveway. The winery’s address is 9749 Middle Road.

H ours : Open for tastings daily (year round) Monday through Saturday: 9am - 5pm Sunday: 12pm - 5pm (Reservations required for groups of 8 or more.)

9749 Middle Road Hammondsport, NY 14840 Phone 800.320.0735 Fax 607.868.4888 Visit Dr. Frank’s Tasting Room overlooking beautiful Keuka Lake. Dr. Frank’s offers award winning, world class wines and is open all year round.

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About Us:

Charles Fournier, a French Champagne maker and president of nearby Gold Seal Vineyards. Communicating in French, Dr. Frank revealed his research for growing the delicate European vinifera grape varieties Dr. Konstantin Frank ignited the “Vinifera Revolution,” a movement in cold climates. As a result, for the first time the Northeastern United that forever changed the course of wine growing in the Finger Lakes and States could produce European varieties of wines. the United States. Dr. Frank’s vision, knowledge and determination are credited with elevating the New York wine industry from a state In 1962, merely a decade after arriving in America, Dr. Frank founded of happy mediocrity to a level that today commands world attention. Vinifera Wine Cellars. The winery quickly earned a reputation for spectacular Rieslings and its original planting of vines formed the Dr. Frank and his family immigrated from Europe to the United backbone of New York’s world-class still and sparkling wines.

States in 1951. After a brief stay in New York City, Dr. Frank, a professor of plant sciences who held a Ph.D. in viticulture, moved to Dr. Frank’s son, Willy Frank, continued the tradition of excellence upstate New York to take a position at Cornell University’s Geneva and determination when he opened his own winery, Chateau Frank.

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Willy amazed the industry in the late 1980’s by releasing an exquisite sparkling wine made at Chateau Frank. Chateau Frank adheres to the Dr. Frank believed from his years in the Ukraine that the lack of proper “methode champenoise” using the three classic French Champagne rootstock, not the cold climate, was the reason for the failure of Vitis grape varieties successfully creating another first for the Finger Lakes Vinifera vines to thrive in the Northeastern United States. He continued Region of New York – world class sparkling wines. Willy also served to promote his beliefs and to seek a sympathetic ear, which he found in as chairman at Dr. Frank’s from 1984 to 2006.

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Willy’s son, Frederick Frank took over leadership of the winery in 1993 and expanded production with the introduction of a value brand, Salmon Run, which is in honor of the majestic landlocked salmon and beautiful Keuka Lake. Fred’s years of studying business and agriculture at Cornell University and the time spent studying viticulture and enology in Germany helped prepare him to take over the family business. Under Fred’s leadership, along with the help of his cousin and vineyard manager, Eric Volz, the winery has been able to increase both its production and its number of medals earned. Fred looks forward to one day turning over the reins to his son, Kyle Konstantin, who hopes to continue as the fourth generation of Franks at the winery. Kyle will begin studying enology and viticulture at Cornell University in 2010.

Dr. Frank’s Wine Cellars is proud of its international winemaking team with each member bringing in their particular expertise. The talented group includes winemakers from California, Australia, France and Germany. The focus on world class wines continues with each generation of the family, each member living up to the Frank Family tradition of excellence.

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Accolades: Dr. Frank’s Winery and Chateau Frank earned an impressive 67 gold medals in 2009, a number that far exceeds any other year. Nineteen different wines took gold medals last year and the big winners were our Rieslings and Gewürztraminers, proving how well cool climate grape varietals do in the Finger Lakes region.

The mouthfeel has a rich texture and a buttery taste that is carried by the acidity before finishing off with a hint of oak.

The light residual sugar gives a honey taste followed by an acidic balance enhanced by the slate influence of our vineyards.

The full-bodied taste balances with mineral characteristics produced by the slate terrior of the estate vineyards.

Delicate aromas of lemon and cherry blossoms delight drawing you towards a fruity taste with a dry zesty finish.

Alluring aromas of honeysuckle and ripe pear invite you to explore a slightly sweet balance of fruit and acidity.

On the palate, the smooth beginning is held up by the crisp acidity, leaving a pleasant finish of peach and mango.

One of the oldest vinifera grape varieties known, this wine presents a nose of fresh flowers balanced with crisp acidity.

Inviting aromas of violets and orange draw you towards plump flavors of cherry and chocolate capped by a smooth finish.

Dr. Frank’s was honored this year with a high rating from Wine Spectator Magazine’s February 2010 issue. The popular publication gave the 2008 Bunch Select Late Harvest Riesling a 92, saying, “Delightful, with rich, almost viscous peach ... Long and pure through the finish, with glazed apricot and maple notes hanging on nicely, leaving a mouthwatering feel.”

Every year Wine Enthusiast Magazine holds its annual Wine Star Awards. In the fall of 2009, Dr. Frank’s Winery was nominated by the Wine Star Awards for “American Winery of the Year.” Dr. Frank’s was the only Northeastern winery nominated. Wine Enthusiast states that Dr. Frank’s Wine Cellars, “...continues to lead the way for quality wine production and innovative approaches to winemaking in the region.”

The Dr. Frank 2008 Bunch Select Late Harvest Riesling also earned an impressive 97 points at the World Wine Championships that are held by the Beverage Testing Institute.

The dark, deep black currant color is followed with a nose of ripe plum, fig and oak with a touch of leathery notes.

Hearty flavors of cranberry and roasted red pepper erupt from this Bordeaux and finish with a supple mocha completion.

This wine has plum, blackberry and vanilla aromas, impressive ripe tannins and a clean finish.

Aromas of plum and cherry introduce an elegantly flavored Beaujolais style red wine. Perfect for salmon and dry cheeses.

“Finger Lake’s Most Award-Winning Winery” Wine Enthusiast 10/07

The 2008 Dry Riesling earned 90 points at the same competition. The Institute describes, “Pale silvery straw color. Aromas of apples, dried apple blossoms, and baked peach follow through on a soft, silky entry ... A beautifully dry, Old World styled riesling to pair with seared scallops and grilled shrimp.”

This year at the annual San Diego International Wine Competition Dr. Frank’s 2008 Semi Dry Riesling faced off with 60 other Rieslings and earned a Platinum Medal. The Riesling was the only Platinum winner in its Medium Dry Riesling category.

The 2007 vintage presents the green gold hue typical of cool climate Chardonnay.

The aromas of pineapple, pear and watermelon give way to a supple texture with good fruit concentration, vibrant acidity and a clean finish.

This off-dry wine is very appealing with its fruity intensity, moderate acidity and smooth finish. With luscious aromas of figs and melon, this makes an ideal everyday wine.

This Riesling displays beautiful characteristics of steely acidic backbone, floral elements and pear/apple notes. The fullmouthfeel of this wine makes it perfect for bbq foods and is the ideal afternoon sipping wine.

Made from a classic blend of red Bordeaux grape varieties, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon the Meritage has an exquisite balance of subtle berry flavors and soft tannins, this wine is certain to appeal to even discerning wine lovers.

“Greatest Wine Producer in the Northeast” Chateau Frank Blanc de Noirs is produced from the red skinned Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, grown in our own Finger Lakes vineyards.

These grapes are hand picked, then gently and slowly pressed so as to extract their superb fruit flavors without any of their color. With its assertive flavors, this style of wine makes a perfect accompaniment to shrimp or asparagus spears.

Chateau Frank Brut presents the characteristics of a French Champagne with its toasty yeast character, persistent foam and tiny bubbles. A balance is achieved between the fruity contributions of the Pinot Noir and the acidic backbone of the Chardonnay resulting in a long clean finish. The Brut shows complexity with layers of fruit, mineral characters, and an enduring creamy finish. Try with sushi.

Chateau Frank Blanc de Blancs presents typical complexity and delicate flavors, exemplifying the traditional Blanc de Blancs style.

A crisp acidity accompanied by citrus, floral and hazelnut aromas makes this medium bodied sparkling wine very pleasant. Extended lees aging gives it noticeable yeast autolysis character with notes of toast and honey. Serve with rich foods such as smoked salmon.

Wine Report 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006 & 2005

This delicious, fruity style sparkling wine is very inviting and even easier to drink. Following the Cremant method, the Célèbre is aged “sur lies” after the estate tirage and is made entirely from the Riesling grape. Apple, honey and spicy aromas on a solid acidic backbone give this wine a great balance and fruit forwardness. Serve with pastries, brunch, seafood and mild cheese dishes.

In September of 2009, the New York Times published an article on Rieslings and the New York favorite was the Dr. Frank Dry Riesling. Writer Eric Asimov states, “Two Finger Lakes wines from the two leading New York producers, Dr. Konstantin Frank and Hermann J. Wiemer ... I gave the edge to the Dr. Frank because it had a bit more of a mineral character than the Wiemer.”

For the fifth year in a row Dr. Frank’s Vinifera Wine Cellars was named the “Greatest Wine Producer in the Atlantic Northeast” by Wine Report 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006 and 2005!

Dr. Frank’s was delighted to be voted “Best Regional Winery”

by Rochester, New York’s City Newspaper. Every year City asks Rochesterians what their top picks are for the best restaurants, businesses and things to do in the Greater Rochester area and we are proud to be the number one winery pick. Thank you to everyone who voted for us!

Tara Q. Thomas, writer of The Pocket Idiot’s Guide to Wine, describes Rieslings of the Finger Lakes to be “... remarkably like Germany’s - lean, crisp and stony.” She notes that there are a few great Riesling vintners in California and Washington “... but nothing to match those from New York State.” Thomas specifically points out the Dr. Frank name as one to look for from NY State.

The Wegmans Holiday Menu recommends our Salmon Run Riesling with finfish, shellfish or pan-Asian cuisine. Wegmans describes, “Crisp minerality, floral elements and pear/ apple notes make this NY Riesling stand out.”

This sparkling Rosé offers very fruity red berry aromas and is made entirely from estate grown Pinot Meunier grapes. Like the Célèbre, the Célèbre Rosé follows the Cremant method and is aged “sur lies” after the estate tirage. It is then riddled by hand or gyropalette prior to disgorging. With its appealing color and forward fruitiness, this is a sparkling wine to please everybody. Serve with chicken, fish and light pasta.

The Menu also recommended the Dr. Frank Chardonnay in their winter issue, stating, “This is a nice, dry Chard with buttery notes and a not-too-oaky crispness.”