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Our Story

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Tucked in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains near Lake George, New York, Adirondack Winery was built on the belief that great wine should feel welcoming, adventurous, and meant to be shared. What began as a small Lake George winery tasting room in 2008 has grown into one of New York’s most recognized craft wineries — a place where locals and travelers alike gather to discover new wines, celebrate with friends, and experience the relaxed, joyful spirit of the Adirondacks.

From the beginning, the goal has been simple: create wines that anyone can enjoy. Today, Adirondack Winery produces more than 35 wines ranging from dry reds and crisp whites to the fruit-infused wines that have become a signature of the brand. Using grapes sourced primarily from New York vineyards, each wine reflects the creativity and sense of place that make the Adirondack region so unique.

As the winery grew, so did the experiences it wanted to offer guests. Adirondack Winery’s Lake George tasting room has welcomed visitors from around the world for more than a decade, while the opening of its 14,000-square-foot winemaking facility and tasting room in Queensbury in 2022 created an exciting new destination just minutes from the lake. There, guests can enjoy wine tastings, craft beverages, food, live music, and private events — all while watching the winemaking process happen right on site.

Innovation has always been part of the journey. In recent years, Adirondack Winery expanded its craft beverage lineup with Extreme Heights Cidery, inspired by the 46 High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountains and the adventurous spirit of those who climb them. The cidery continues to grow with creative seasonal flavors and canned ciders that bring the Adirondack experience to even more people.

Behind every bottle is a passionate team dedicated to quality and creativity. In 2024, Adirondack Winery welcomed winemaker Courtney Rankin, bringing fresh perspective and expertise to the winery’s growing portfolio. The wines continue to earn recognition throughout New York State, including multiple Gold Medals at the New York Wine Classic.

Community has always been at the heart of Adirondack Winery’s mission. Through its annual Drink Pink campaign, the winery has raised tens of thousands of dollars for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of the Adirondacks — rallying customers, local businesses, and supporters throughout the region to make a meaningful impact.

Adirondack Winery is also proud to host the Adirondack Wine & Food Festival in Lake George, one of the region’s most celebrated culinary events. Each summer, thousands of guests gather to enjoy wineries, craft beverages, artisan foods, cooking demonstrations, live music, and unforgettable Adirondack views.

Today, Adirondack Winery continues to grow, innovate, and welcome new guests into its story. Whether you’re stopping in for a tasting, enjoying cider on the patio, attending a special event, or sharing a bottle with friends at home, the goal remains the same.

As a family-founded business deeply rooted in the Adirondack region, the vision is to continue growing, evolving, and sharing these experiences with new generations of guests for years to come.

To create craft beverages and experiences that bring people together and celebrate the Adirondack lifestyle.

Adirondack Winery Opens in Lake George

2008

Adirondack Winery opens its first tasting room in Lake George, New York with a mission to create approachable wines inspired by the Adirondack lifestyle.

Adirondack Winery Renovates Lake George Tasting Room

2011

The winery expands operations by moving winemaking to a larger facility in Queensbury, allowing the Lake George tasting room to be renovated and expanded to better accommodate the thousands of visitors who visit each year.

Adirondack Winery launches Drink Pink Breast Cancer Fundraising Campaign

2012

Adirondack Winery launches its annual Drink Pink campaign, supporting Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of the Adirondacks — a tradition that continues today and has raised well over $130,000 for the cause.

Adirondack Winery Rebrands with new Wine Labels and logo

2014

Adirondack Winery expands into wholesale distribution through a partnership with Opici Family Distribution, making wines available across Upstate New York. A major rebrand introduces a “Modern Adirondack” visual identity — elevating labels, packaging, and the brand while still celebrating the beauty of the region through Adirondack photography.

Adirondack Winery Launches Adirondack Wine and Food Festival

2015

Adirondack Winery owner, Sasha Pardy, launches the first Adirondack Wine & Food Festival is held in Lake George, celebrating New York craft beverages, artisan food producers, and culinary creators. The event quickly grows into one of the region’s most anticipated annual festivals.

Adirondack Winery Opens Bolton Landing Tasting Room

2017

Adirondack Winery opens a second tasting room in Bolton Landing on Lake George, expanding its presence in the region and continuing the transition to wines made entirely from New York grapes.

Adirondack Winery Launches Serenity Lavender Wine

2020

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Adirondack Winery adapts quickly to continue serving customers through creative experiences such as virtual wine tastings, wine tasting games, and online events. New wines including Serenity (Lavender infused Rose) and Stargazer (Lemberger) launch during this time, with Serenity selling out in just eight days — twice.

Adirondack Winery Opens Queensbury Wine Making Facility

2022

Adirondack Winery opens its $2.6 million, 14,000-square-foot winemaking facility and tasting room in Queensbury, significantly expanding production and creating a destination for tastings, craft beverages, events, and gatherings. The Bolton Landing Tasting Room transitions to the main strip, within American Oak Distillery‘s Tasting Room.

Ella Pardy Extreme Heights Cidery Muse

2023

Adirondack Winery celebrates 15 years of winemaking and hospitality in the Adirondack region and launches spin-off brand, Extreme Heights Cidery, inspired by ADK 46-er Ella Pardy. The winery establishes “The Mezz” at Adirondack Winery’s Queensbury headquarters as THE place for awesome events in the local region, ranging from hosting Private Events to Public events like Dueling Pianos, Comedy, Uncork and Craft and so many more!

Courtney Rankin Adirondack Winery Wine Maker

2024

Courtney Rankin joins Adirondack Winery as winemaker, bringing fresh creativity and expertise to the wine program. Adirondack Winery launches “Escape“, a Pina Colada infused white wine as the first in a line of wine cocktail-themed wines; as well as “Esther” Cider (Hibiscus Lime) and “Skylight” Cider (Orange Passion Fruit Guava).

New York Wine Classic Gold Medal Wines

2025

Adirondack Winery earns three Gold Medals at the New York Wine Classic, reinforcing the quality and recognition of its wines. Extreme Heights Cidery launches its first canned cider lineup, making the brand more accessible to customers throughout the region.

Extreme Heights Cidery Maple Bourbon Hard Cider

2026

Extreme Heights Cidery releases Whiteface Maple Bourbon Cider, continuing its tradition of bold flavors inspired by Adirondack adventure.

Mission Statement

At Adirondack Winery, our mission as a family-owned business is to provide our customers with delicious, award-winning, quality wines that are all hand-crafted locally. We provide an unparalleled selection of wines with something to satisfy every palate, from unique, fruit-infused wines to traditional white and red varietals and more! Whether you are reflecting on your experiences in the Adirondacks or reside in this beautiful region, our goal is for our guests to regard Adirondack Winery as the most memorable winery they have experienced and welcome our brand into their lifestyle.

Value Statement

We will accomplish our mission by adhering to the following values:

Customer Relationships:

  • We treat our customers as we would good friends, combining accurate, timely, dependable and exceptional customer service with a friendly rapport and welcoming atmosphere.

Wine Experience:

  • We invite our customers to join us in our journey through wine enjoyment, providing a wine tasting experience that is relaxing, fun and educational. We are proud that we foster many non-wine drinkers into wine learners and then wine lovers through this experience; Becoming as much a part of the customers’ lives as they are of ours.

Love Local:

  • We aim to support our local area. We do this through sharing the beauty of the Adirondacks with visitors from all over via the local photography on our labels; by providing a wine experience that brings customers back to the region time and time again; and by donating to local charitable causes. We also do our best to source locally made foods and accessories to sell at our tasting rooms!

Continuous Improvement:

  • We are dedicated to the continuous growth and development of our people and business. We are consistently working to improve our wines and customer experience, as well as working to increase the availability and awareness of Adirondack Winery’s products and services to the general public.

Wine Making Passion:

  • Adirondack Winery believes that great wine-making starts with a passion for wine. We have successfully translated our passion into a business we love and are proud of. We take pride in selecting the best ingredients and using a traditional, hands-on approach to wine making that is guided by our talented winemaker every step along the process. It is our dedication to quality and process that results in our outstanding, award-winning wines that can be enjoyed by everyone!

Within our company, we live up to the mission and values we want our customers and the community to associate with us by striving to embody these Core Values day in and day out:

Core Values

  • To Consistently go the extra mile
  • To Deliver the same service, quality and respect that you expect yourself
  • To Take initiative that creates continuous improvement
  • To Create growth through committing to the greater good of the company
  • To have a Passion for the brand and creativity that leads to a wow experience

Do you feel these Core Values would be a good match for you in your career?

If so, email us and tell us why – while you’re at it, include your impressive resume and best cover letter!

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