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Dr. Konstantin Frank is the most historically important winery stop for many Finger Lakes visitors. The estate's story is tied directly to the successful cultivation of European vinifera grapes in the region, and hosts use the tasting to explain how that work helped transform Finger Lakes wine. The Keuka Lake setting adds beautiful vineyard and lake views.
The Signature Seated Tasting is a strong introduction to the portfolio, especially Riesling and other cool-climate varieties. The Vinifera Tour adds a more explicit historical and production component, while the 1886 experience is designed for visitors who want a longer, premium exploration of limited and library wines. Sparkling wines and aromatic whites provide variety beyond Riesling.
This is one of the wineries where even travelers with modest wine knowledge can benefit from the history. Serious wine drinkers will appreciate the opportunity to compare dry and sweeter Rieslings and understand why the estate is so influential.
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- Address
- 9749 Middle Rd, Hammondsport, NY 14840
- Phone
- 607-868-4884
- Reservations required
- Yes for Signature seated tastings and tours; reservations/prepayment are recommended or required. A casual garden option may be available without reservation seasonally.
- Tasting price
- $18–$75
- Typical visit time
- About 45–60 min for Signature tasting; Vinifera tour longer; 1886 experience about 2 hr
- Wine focus
- Riesling and other classic vinifera varieties — especially Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Noir and sparkling wine
- Discount available
- No tasting-pass discount listed
- Picnic
- Seasonal garden seating provides a casual outdoor option; follow current food/picnic rules.
- Food
- Limited — food pairings may accompany premium experiences; no full restaurant is central to standard tasting.
- Group tasting
- Yes — group tastings for roughly 7–14 can be arranged; larger groups should contact hospitality.
- Distance from Hammondsport
- 10 miles
- Distance from Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC)
- 70 miles
Tasting options and prices
- Signature Seated Tasting: about $18 / 45–60 min. Vinifera Wine Cellar Tour & Tasting: about $45. 1886 premium experience: about $75 / roughly 2 hr. Seasonal garden tastings may start around $5–$25 depending on selection.
Tasting fees and formats change. Confirm current options with the winery before you book.
Discount available
No tasting-pass discount is listed for Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery right now. Recheck Finger Lakes tasting discounts or confirm current offers with the winery.
Planning a day around Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery
Make Dr. Frank the fixed appointment in a Keuka Lake day. Pair it with Heron Hill and Bully Hill, both nearby. If booking the two-hour 1886 experience, plan only two other wineries and avoid a long drive to Seneca afterward.
Other wineries near Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery
- Heron Hill Winery
- Bully Hill Vineyards
- Keuka Lake Vineyards
- Point of the Bluff Vineyards
Use the Finger Lakes winery map to compare drive miles and reservation windows.
Information last verified: September 2026. Visitor details (hours, tasting prices, reservations) are sourced from the official winery website. Confirm before you visit. How we maintain listings.