Bedell Cellars is proud to release our first vintage ever of 100% Sauvignon Blanc. This wine was gently whole cluster pressed using sustainably farmed, estate grown fruit from our sites at Bedell and Corey Creek. It was then fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged in steel to maximize its youthfulness and aromatic character. The 2013 vintage was unique and exceptional, perhaps the greatest growing season in 40 years of Long Island winemaking.
A dry aromatic blend unique to Long Island, made in the North Fork style with crisp acidity, moderate alcohol, and a distinct minerality. It was fermented in steel from sustainably grown grapes using indigenous yeasts. The 2014 vintage provided exceptional, nearly perfect growing conditions. Thomas Matthews of Wine Spectator said “Crisp and light, this white offers light apple and herbal flavors, with lively acidity and a short, clean finish. A refreshing aperitif.” 70% Chardonnay, 20% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Riesling.
Gewürztraminer vines are among the oldest in North America, producing deeply fragrant wines with exotic fruit notes and crisp minerality. It was fermented in steel from sustainably grown grapes using indigenous yeasts. The 2012 vintage was unique and exceptional. Characteristic flavors of lychee, rose and apricot define this expressive white, with a silky, slightly oily texture and enough acidity to keep the finish focused.
First Crush is a unique red blend made with sustainably farmed young vine fruit, and aged in stainless steel to preserve its easygoing character. The 2013 vintage was unique and exceptional, one of the greatest in 40 years of Long Island winemaking. Lettie Teague of The Wall Street Journal described it as, “A light juicy blend, pretty, uncomplicated, marked by soft tannins and bright red berry fruit.” 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Franc.
Malbec is a rising star on Long Island, with early ripening times and intense color and flavors. This 100% varietal was made from sustainably farmed estate grown fruit fermented with indigenous yeasts. The 2013 vintage was unique and exceptional. Ed McCarthy, the James Beard Award winning Author of Wine for Dummies said “A rich, supple, concentrated marvel that was the best red wine of the day for me.”
Our hand selected clones of this ancient noble grape are producing stunning wines. Aged in older oak barrels and stainless steel to preserve its elegance and finesse, this wine was fermented with indigenous yeasts using our sustainably farmed estate grapes. The 2013 vintage was one of the top 5 on Long Island, producing flavorful fruit with refreshing acidity. Lettie Teague of The Wall Street Journal said “The Bedell Cabernet Franc is delicious and one of my favorite renditions of the grape.”