 
Assembly Resolution No. 581
 
BY: M. of A. Palmesano
 
        COMMEMORATING the 40th Anniversary of Knapp Winery
        on May 7, 2025
 
  WHEREAS,  It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those businesses and institutions within the State of  New  York
that  have  brought  pride  and  prosperity to their communities through
their commitment to excellence and innovation; and
 
  WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and  in  full  accord  with  its
long-standing  traditions,  this  Legislative  Body  is  justly proud to
commemorate  the  40th  Anniversary  of  Knapp  Winery,  celebrated   on
Wednesday, May 7, 2025; and
 
  WHEREAS,  Established  in 1984 by Doug and Susan Knapp, Knapp Winery
is located in the Cayuga Appellation of Upstate New York, in  the  heart
of  the  Finger  Lakes  region-North America's premier cool-climate wine
territory and home to over one hundred wineries; and
 
  WHEREAS, Over the past  four  decades,  Knapp  Winery  has  built  a
lasting   legacy   rooted  in  tradition,  community,  and  viticultural
excellence, establishing itself as a destination winery  known  for  its
premium wines and warm hospitality; and
 
  WHEREAS,  In  December of 2021, Knapp Winery entered an exciting new
chapter under the ownership of Cole and Karen Wilson, longtime  visitors
who  had already fallen in love with the winery and who are committed to
building upon the foundation laid by the Knapps; and
 
  WHEREAS, Knapp Winery was the first in the Finger Lakes  Appellation
to  plant  and  vinify  Cabernet Franc and has consistently demonstrated
leadership in the cultivation  of  both  classic  and  innovative  grape
varieties, including Riesling, Chardonnay, Saperavi, Bla§ frankisch, and
Siegerrebe-the latter of which Knapp is uniquely the only grower east of
the Mississippi; and
 
  WHEREAS,  The Winery's 2022 Governor's Cup Award for "Best in Class"
Blaufrankisch affirms its status as a producer of some of  the  region's
finest  wines,  crafted  by  a talented and passionate team committed to
quality and sustainability; and
 
  WHEREAS, In 1992,  Knapp  Winery  opened  the  Vineyard  Restaurant,
becoming  the  first  winery  on  Cayuga  Lake  to  offer a full-service
restaurant and further emphasizing the integral connection between wine,
food, and local agriculture; and
 
  WHEREAS, Knapp Winery continues to be a significant  contributor  to
the  regional  economy  and  tourism,  offering  tastings,  wine-pairing
dinners, and a warm  Finger  Lakes  welcome  to  thousands  of  visitors
annually; and
 
  WHEREAS,  The  40th  Anniversary  of  Knapp  Winery marks not only a
milestone of longevity but  also  a  celebration  of  continued  vision,
 
innovation, and dedication to the craft of winemaking in New York State;
now, therefore, be it
 
  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the  40th  Anniversary  of  Knapp  Winery,  recognizing  its
outstanding  contributions  to  the  viticulture  and agritourism of the
Finger Lakes Region and the State of New York; and be it further
 
  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted to Cole and Karen Wilson, Knapp Winery.
Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of Knapp Winery on May 7, 2025

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