In this festive episode of the Buffalo Brews Podcast, Jason and Bri take listeners along for their annual adventure on the Seneca Lake Deck the Halls Wine Trail, celebrating its 30th year. Over three days and 19 wineries, they dive into the magic of holiday décor, creative food pairings, standout wines, and the quirky moments that make wine weekends unforgettable.
They kick things off with a stop at Wagner Vineyards and Brewing, enjoying a doppelbock and exploring the tank rooms before heading north to new trail additions like Idle Ridge—home of their unexpected favorite dessert: a build-your-own holiday s’more with handmade vanilla fudge. From corn chowder at Boundary Breaks to the historic charm of Caywood, the pair reflects on the highs and lows of tastings, including the differences between wineries that pour with enthusiasm and those that rush through the crowds.
A mid-trip detour takes them to Ravines Winery for a cozy wine-club tree-lighting event, followed by a lively night out at The Rusty Pig. Along the way, they sample everything from moonshine to berry-pomegranate wine slushies, wrapping up the weekend at Three Brothers Wineries & War Horse Brewing—what they lovingly call their favorite “campus” in the Finger Lakes.
The episode also includes a visit with their friends at Toast Winery, where they share their homemade mead and reconnect over new releases, standout rosés, and why Toast continues to deliver some of the region’s most consistent bottles.
Pour a glass and join Jason and Bri for stories of great wine, better company, holiday vibes, and the craft beverages that keep them coming back to Seneca Lake year after year.
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