About Chateau LaFayette Reneau
For over 40 years, Chateau LaFayette Reneau has produced estate-grown vinifera wines on a 110-acre estate in a fully-restored, century-old barn on the east side of Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes. The stony shale soil and rolling slopes of Seneca Lake are ideally suited for growing cool-climate grapes.
Varietals
RieslingChardonnayRed WineWhite WineRoséBlush WineSweet Wine
When to visit Chateau LaFayette Reneau
Monday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Good to know about Chateau LaFayette Reneau
Can you visit Chateau LaFayette Reneau? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Chateau LaFayette Reneau has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026).
What is Chateau LaFayette Reneau known for?
Chateau LaFayette Reneau is known for picnic-friendly, old-world charm and family-run.
What wines does Chateau LaFayette Reneau specialize in?
Chateau LaFayette Reneau focuses on Riesling, Chardonnay, Red Wine, White Wine and Rosé, and more. Signature bottles include Chardonnay Unoaked 2025, Riesling Semi-Dry 2024.
Does Chateau LaFayette Reneau serve food?
Yes, Chateau LaFayette Reneau has food available alongside tastings.
Does Chateau LaFayette Reneau have a picnic area?
Yes, Chateau LaFayette Reneau has a picnic area.
Where is Chateau LaFayette Reneau located?
Chateau LaFayette Reneau is at 5081 NY-414 in Hector, NY, in the Seneca Lake wine region. Phone: (607) 546-2062.
When was Chateau LaFayette Reneau founded?
Chateau LaFayette Reneau was established in 1980.
What are Chateau LaFayette Reneau's tasting hours?
Chateau LaFayette Reneau is open Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (from their website, September 5, 2026).
Does Chateau LaFayette Reneau have outdoor seating?
Yes, Chateau LaFayette Reneau has outdoor seating.
Has Chateau LaFayette Reneau received notable recognition?
Three highly acclaimed Governor's Cup Awards and five Jefferson Cups, in addition to innumerable other awards and gold medals.
Where to find Chateau LaFayette Reneau
Chateau LaFayette Reneau is at 5081 NY-414, Hector, NY, United States, in the Seneca Lake wine region.