Johnson Estate Winery, a Cornellian-owned winery and the oldest estate winery in New York State -- celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2011 -- is located in one of the great grape-growing regions of North America, known as America's Grape Country. Its wines are influenced by a unique combination of geography, soils, slope, weather, and agriculture, known as terroir.

Join the Cornellian owners and winemaker on this tour of the vineyards and winery on our century-old farm. Sample wines from the same vineyards you see and touch. Learn of our unique soil compositions, microclimate, and revel in the breathtaking vistas of Lake Erie, with wine glass in hand. Wine tastings, including Vidal Ice Wine, and food pairings included.

Where: Johnson Estates 8419 West Main Road (Route 20)
Westfield, NY 14787
When: Saturday August 27, 2011, Meet in Front of Winery (park in winery lot)
Time: 1pm-4pm
Who: Led by Fred ('75, MBA '77)) & Jennifer Johnson (MBA '79) and Jeff Murphy, Winemaker
Invitations: Cornell Clubs of Greater Buffalo as well as all Cornell alumni from the Rochester, Erie, and Cleveland areas
Cost: $20/person - includes vineyard walk, winery tour, and tastings of seven wines in the vineyards with light food pairings.
Max guests: 40
Registration & Payment: http://host31.spidergraphics.com/jos/jos_event.taf?_function=details&view=event&evid=143