A lifetime ago, when I was a community college professor who knew nothing about wine, I was contemplating a move to New York. I interviewed for a job at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, New York. I stayed overnight there and thought it was such a great little city. I jumped at the...
Hudson-Chatham Winery - Troy
Hudson Chatham Winery is Columbia County's first winery, established in 2006.
Best known for: Sustainably farmed wines from hybrid grapes
Hudson Chatham Winery, located in Ghent, New York, is Columbia County's first winery, having opened its doors in 2006.
Originally a dairy farm from the 1790s, the winery now specializes in hybrid grape varieties that thrive in upstate New York, such as Seyval Blanc, Baco Noir, and Chambourcin.
In 2020, the winery was acquired by Steven Rosario and Justen Nickell, graduates of The Culinary Institute of America, who have expanded the vineyard and embraced sustainable farming practices.
The winery offers a welcoming atmosphere for tastings, making it a notable destination for wine enthusiasts.
Tasting Hours
Thursday - Saturday 12:00PM to 7:00PM, Sunday 12:00PM to 5:00PM