Picking grapes for ice wine, our winter wine selection, meet our winemaker Vanessa Hoffman, induldge in Fry Fridays, and more!

So you’re hosting the girls for a Galentine’s Day soirée. Heart-shaped balloons, chocolates, and love-themed decor have already been checked off the shopping list — only things left to pick up are wine and cheese.

With an impressive resume and recognized talents in winemaking, to say we’re honored to have Vanessa Hoffman here at Knapp Winery would be an understatement. Learn a bit about her story, her time here at Knapp with Hammie the dog, and her favorite haunt for a Negroni.

Shining lights are hung, and winter festivals have begun in Downtown Rochester. Dare we say we’re just waiting for some more snow to complete the vibes? Luckily for us — snow or not — our Railroad St. location is in the heart of holiday spirit in the Public Market District. When planning to bring friends and family to grab a brew and bite, check out some other local businesses in the area and make a day out of it! Mister Rogers’ “It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” immediately comes to mind when thinking about all the cheer in the city.

Five wine & cheese pairings for Galentine’s Day!