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Apollo's Praise
Ovid

Apollo's Praise

About Apollo's Praise

Kelby and Julia shape the program at Apollo's Praise in Ovid, in the Finger Lakes cold climate region. The portfolio spans white and red, from Riesling and Chardonnay to Grüner Veltliner, Gewürztraminer, Gamay Noir, Cabernet Franc, and Scheurebe, drawing fruit from Lahoma Vineyard. Tasting appointments are required. The house offers vineyard tours, outdoor seating, and a Wine and Glee Club membership that arrives twice yearly. Dogs are welcome.

Reservation only

Tasting Experiences

Tasting Appointments

Available Thursday-Saturday 10am-5pm, plus limited weekday appointments Monday and Wednesday, bookable on Tock

Lahoma Vineyard Visits

Personal vineyard visits with knowledgeable tasting associates, dog-friendly, open 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday with walk-ins welcome

Farmhouse Wine Dinners

Events available to Wine and Glee Club members with first access

Varietals

RieslingChardonnayGrüner VeltlinerGewürztraminerGamay NoirCabernet FrancScheurebe

When to visit Apollo's Praise

Monday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SundayClosed

Good to know about Apollo's Praise

Can you visit Apollo's Praise? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Apollo's Praise has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

What wines does Apollo's Praise specialize in?

Apollo's Praise focuses on Riesling, Chardonnay, Grüner Veltliner, Gewürztraminer and Gamay Noir, and more. Signature bottles include The Knoll, Dry Riesling, Chardonnay, Grüner Veltliner, Pentecostal Block, Dry Riesling, Pentecostal Block, Riesling Spätlese, The Knoll, Noble Dry Riesling, Lovejoy, Gewürztraminer, Gamay Noir, Cabernet Franc 'Picardie', Scheurebe, Riesling 'Kabinett', Lahoma Vineyard, Dry Rosé of Cabernet Franc, Dry Riesling, Lahoma Vineyard.

Do you need a reservation to visit Apollo's Praise?

Yes, Apollo's Praise requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, September 5, 2026). Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Does Apollo's Praise serve food?

Yes, Apollo's Praise has food available alongside tastings.

Is Apollo's Praise dog-friendly?

Yes, Apollo's Praise welcomes dogs.

Does Apollo's Praise offer vineyard tours?

Yes, Apollo's Praise offers vineyard tours. Options include Tasting Appointments, Lahoma Vineyard Visits and Farmhouse Wine Dinners.

Where is Apollo's Praise located?

Apollo's Praise is at 7448 County Road 153 in Ovid, New York. Phone: +1 315-830-9993.

Who makes the wine at Apollo's Praise?

The winemaking at Apollo's Praise is led by Kelby, Julia.

What are Apollo's Praise's tasting hours?

Apollo's Praise is open Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, closed Sunday.

Does Apollo's Praise have outdoor seating?

Yes, Apollo's Praise has outdoor seating.

Where to find Apollo's Praise

Apollo's Praise is at 7448 County Road 153, Ovid, New York, United States.

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