Wineudesign opened in Hicksville in 2010 as a place to make wine yourself. Participants crush real grapes, bottle 240 custom-labelled wines, and can commit to a barrel aging experience that unfolds over four visits across 11 months, with the wine resting for 8-10 months in a barrel room held steady at 55 to 60 degrees. Over 1,200 people have taken winemaking classes and blending workshops since the start. The program has crushed 12 million grapes, produced 800,000 bottles, and served 5,000 customers. Corporate groups of 10 to 30 or more are accommodated.
Yes — Wineudesign has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
Wineudesign focuses on Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Grenache, Bordeaux blend, and more. Signature bottles include Super Tuscan by Chef Chris LaVecchia, Riesling by Chattoo1942, Rose d'Grenache, Chilean Bordeaux Blend, Second Act by Serpico, Amarone Riserva, Re-Order your One Perfect Blend, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon - Grapes from Napa, Carmenere, 100% Montepulciano, fermENTERTAINment®, 100% Malbec - 2 Year Reserve, 100% Sangiovese Classico - 2 years in Barrel, Super Tuscan Blend, 100% Syrah, House Party Blend. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Wineudesign 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, Wineudesign is family-friendly and welcomes children. Kid-friendly estates tend to have space to move and something non-alcoholic on hand. Weekday visits are calmer than weekends.
Wineudesign is in Hicksville, New York. Phone: +1 516-939-9463. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Wineudesign was established in 2010, giving the estate 16 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
Wineudesign offers: Wine Blending Workshop, Hands-on Grape Crush - Winemaking, Barrel Experiences, Artisanal Pizza & Wine Pairing Residency and Corporate Wine Experiences. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Location
156 Engineers Dr Hicksville, New York, United States of America