Bedell Cellars, Cutchogue

I spent a lovely afternoon at BEDELL cellars with my adult niece who was visiting from Texas. We each had a tasting and one glass of wine each. We enjoyed crackers and cheese outside on their beautiful covered deck. The scenery was gorgeous and the staff was warm. The wine was amazing, can’t wait to return.

I have been wanting to come here for years and finally made it. Did not disappoint. They were very accommodating to a family member who couldn’t make it to sit on the lawn. Wonderful tastings and we actually left with a few bottles. I’m never a fan of Chardonnay and loved theirs and took a bottle home. Wonderful staff and atmosphere.

Pros: Nice location with a great view overlooking their vineyard. Huge, pretty covered patio. When the weather is good, tables are set up in the grass along the grapes so you can sit in the sun. Bonus pros: No reservations/fee required. Oysters on the deck. Cons: We ordered a couple flights, and everyone in the group of 5 agreed: None of the wines were good or enjoyable. Several tasted watered down, which tells me they aren't giving production enough time (short season wines, but still). Overall Impression: Definitely visit to grab a bottle or two and sit outdoors with a few friends while overlooking beautiful scenery. I would not take a bottle home, however.

Lovely and large winery. They had live music and lovely views. They do enforce the new law about having to buy food with your first alcohol purchase. They sell local potato chips for $2. They are being very safe with their covid precautions and they have everyone fill out a form for contact tracing.

Beautiful and spacious winery. Plenty of tables and seats outside that are spaced out for social distancing. You order and bring the food and drinks to your table. It was nice to be outside with friends in months.