Tastings in the Summer House

Thank you for a great season!
We will resume Summer House tastings in March 2024.

Wednesday - Saturday, 11am, 1pm, 3pm

Guided tastings by reservation. For a more casual experience with flights, glasses & more, please visit our Salon.

In these informative and intimate guided tastings, our knowledgeable team shares insights into the glacial history, lakeside microclimate, and ancient soils that contribute to the distinctive character of our vineyard sites. Please join us in the Summer House where history, geology, and exceptional wines converge in a truly unforgettable experience.

When booking your reservation below, if you do not see your desired time available,
please consider joining us in The Salon for a flight of wines (and much more).


Because our tastings are held in a group setting, we ask that all guests arrive on time. Tastings begin promptly at the designated time. If any parties are late, it disturbs the flow and experience for all guests.

From the beginning, we have always preferred hosting tastings in a communal atmosphere, and believe that wine is meant to be enjoyed in good company with lively discussion. We look forward to sharing this sentiment with you during your time with us. All guests will be seated along our U-shaped table (see diagram). There are a total of 12 seats available in each tasting.

Wines will be pre-selected for you based on current offerings and rotated often to offer variety for those who visit us a few times throughout the season. Our staff will guide you through the wines and offer in-depth information about our sites and practices, local geology, and history.

Reservations must be paid at the time of booking. To hold your reservation, we ask that your tasting fees ($25/pp) be paid in advance. Members of The Foundry receive complimentary tastings for themselves and 1-3 guests depending on their membership level. If you are a member who would like to book a tasting, please email us at foundry@forgecellars.com to make your reservation.

Well-behaved dogs welcome. Good boys and girls are welcome to join their human companions in the Summer House. We also have a place for dogs to be safely tied outside if they would prefer to take in the view of Seneca Lake outdoors.

Cancellation and Scheduling Policies

You may cancel or reschedule your reservation up to 24 hours prior to the tasting for a full refund. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, you will not be refunded for your tasting fees. If you do not contact us to cancel your appointment, and are not in attendance for your tasting, you will not be issued a refund of your tasting fees. If you need to adjust the number of people in your reservation, please contact us at tastings@forgecellars.com.

For booking parties larger than 6 people please email tastings@forgecellars.com.


Directions to Forge Cellars

From New York State Thruway (I-90)

Take exit 42 towards NY-14/Geneva/Lyons
Right onto NY-14 South
Left onto Lake Street
Left onto US-20 East
Exit onto NY-96A South towards Ovid/Ithaca
Continue onto NY-414 South
Left onto Mathews Road
In 1/2 mile, Forge Cellars will be on the left

From Corning/Elmira/Watkins Glen

From Corning, follow NY-414 North
Right onto Mathews Road
In 1/2 mile, Forge Cellars will be on the left

From Elmira, follow NY-14 North
In Watkins Glen, turn right onto NY-414 North
Right onto Mathews Road
In 1/2 mile, Forge Cellars will be on the left