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Knapp Winery is a Finger Lakes winery on the shore of Cayuga Lake that has been producing wine for 40 years. It describes itself as a pioneer of the Finger Lakes wine region, makes both reds and Rieslings, and runs Field & Vine, which it says was the first winery restaurant on Cayuga Lake. It is a fit if you want a Cayuga Lake stop that combines tastings, food, and events rather than a tasting room alone.
Where it is and what makes it distinctive
Knapp sits a few steps from the shore of Cayuga Lake, in the heart of the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Two claims in its own account set it apart:
- It was the first winery in the Finger Lakes to plant and vinify Cabernet Franc.
- It opened its restaurant in 1992, becoming the first winery restaurant on Cayuga Lake.
The Finger Lakes region is generally known for white grape varietals. Knapp states that it uniquely prides itself on its premium reds, so its red program is the reason to choose it over a white-focused neighbor.
What you can do there
| Offering | What it involves |
|---|---|
| Winery visits | Tastings at the winery |
| The Wines | A range from Cabernet Franc to signature Rieslings |
| Field & Vine Restaurant | Menus and reservations; opened in 1992 |
| Events | Wine dinners, live music, and other scheduled happenings |
| Wine Club | Membership with benefits and member events |
Because the range runs from Cabernet Franc to signature Rieslings, there is a wine for a range of preferences — dry, sweet, or in between, as the wine club description puts it.
Planning a visit
The site frames summer as the season when the Finger Lakes wine region comes alive and suggests a weekend getaway built around the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. A full day can combine Field & Vine, the tasting room, and the vineyards.
For events, check the "Happening at Knapp" listings before you go. One example from the site: an October Wine Club Pick Up Party on October 25, 2026. Restaurant reservations go through the Field & Vine menu and reservations page.
Staying in touch or joining
- Newsletter: sign up with an email address for new vintages, wine club offers, upcoming events, and guides to the FLX region.
- Wine Club: described as a community of wine enthusiasts, with benefits and online specials that the winery says keep membership valuable even if you cannot visit often.
The site does not publish prices, tasting fees, or reservation requirements in the material available here, so confirm those directly before you plan around them.