Talk & Tasting: Wine-Growing In The Hudson Valley

From Wave Hill: Join viticulturist and winemaker J. Stephen Casscles for a talk and tasting of heirloom wines as he speaks about the fascinating story of this locally-produced beverage. Casscles has evaluated all of the grape varieties historically grown in New York State, and recently re-introduced several heirloom cultivars back into the commercial market. Followed by a signing of his book Grapes of the Hudson Valley.

Free with admission to the grounds.

What:
Talk and Tasting: Wine-Growing in the Hudson Valley

Where:
Wave Hill House
West 249th Street and Independence Avenue · Bronx, NY 10471

When:
1–2PM, Saturday, March 10, 2018


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A 28-acre public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades, Wave Hill’s mission is to celebrate the artistry and legacy of its gardens and landscapes, to preserve its magnificent views, and to explore human connections to the natural world through programs in horticulture, education and the arts.

HOURS: Open all year, Tuesday–Sunday and many major holidays: 9AM–4:30PM; Mar 15–Oct 31, closes 5:30PM.

ADMISSION TO THE GROUNDS: $8 adults, $4 students and senior 65+, $2 children 6-18. Free Tuesdays and Saturdays until noon. Free to members, children under 6.

DIRECTIONS: Getting here is easy! Located only 30 minutes from midtown Manhattan, Wave Hill’s free shuttle van transports you to and from our front gate and Metro-North’s Riverdale station, the W. 242 Street stop on the #1 subway line, and to and from our free offsite parking lot. Limited onsite parking is available for $8 per vehicle. Complete directions and shuttle van schedule at wavehill.org.

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