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Grindstone Island Winery Corp.

Grindstone Island Winery Corp.

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Grindstone Island Winery Corp. sits on Grindstone Island in Clayton, New York. Upper Schoolhouse Red is named after one of the island's two one-room schoolhouses. Lower Schoolhouse White is named after Grindstone's Lower White Schoolhouse. Delaney Bay Red takes its name from Delaney Bay. The portfolio spans Baco Noir, Frontenac, Merlot, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Prairie Star. The house pours an Unfiltered Baco Noir with intense barrel aging, a Baco Noir Rosé from estate-grown Baco Noir grapes, a 2017 semi-sweet Riesling, and a Tawny Red Port crafted outside Portugal. Food service, outdoor seating, and a picnic area are available.

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Varietals

Baco NoirFrontenacMerlotChardonnayRieslingPrairie Star

When to go

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sunday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Good to know

Grindstone Island Winery Corp. focuses on Baco Noir, Frontenac, Merlot, Chardonnay, Riesling, and more. Signature bottles include Unfiltered Baco Noir, Baco Noir, Frontenac, Merlot, Upper Schoolhouse Red, Backside Baco, Delaney Bay Red, Baco Noir Rosé, Chardonnay, Riesling, Lower SchoolHouse White, Prairie Star, Round Island Raspberry, Tawny Red Port, White Sail Port. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Grindstone Island Winery Corp. has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Yes, Grindstone Island Winery Corp. has a picnic area. Call ahead to confirm any corkage fee or outside-food policy. Some estates allow you to bring provisions; others have restrictions. Arrive early on weekends to secure a good spot.
Grindstone Island Winery Corp. is in Grindstone Island, Clayton, New York. Phone: +1 315-783-2361. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Grindstone Island Winery Corp. has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Location

42811 School House Rd
Grindstone Island, Clayton, New York, United States of America

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