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Wine Weekend featuring Kevin Zraly

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January 8-10, 2027

Wine Weekend featuring
Kevin Zraly

Join us for an immersive weekend celebrating the vibrant wine, food, music, and arts of New York State. Renowned wine expert Kevin Zraly of the Windows on the World Wine School returns to lead an exploration of New York’s diverse wine regions, with a special focus on Cabernet Franc and Riesling as part of the Cab Franc Forward movement. Discover exceptional wines from the Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley, and Long Island, meet the makers behind the region’s growing wine and cider scene, and enjoy creative cuisine from Mohonk’s Culinary Team throughout the weekend.

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What’s Included

Your stay at Mohonk Mountain House includes access to countless activities and experiences for guest of all ages, including our indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, show gardens, and an award-winning spa. Discover all that Mohonk has to offer during your mountaintop getaway.

Fine Dining at Mohonk Mountain House

Dining

Three meals daily featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients from our farm-to-table partners.

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Recreation & Wellness

Enjoy countless activities such as guided hikes and outdoor activities as well as yoga, meditation, and fitness classes.

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Great entertainment at Mohonk Signature Events

Entertainment

Themed Mohonk Signature Events, featuring live music and engaging performances, changing daily

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This Year’s Events Highlights

Cab Franc Forward: A New York Wine Tasting with Kevin Zraly

Renowned wine expert Kevin Zraly leads you on a tasting journey through New York State, exploring the growing recognition of Cabernet Franc and the diversity of the state’s wine regions. Inspired by Cab Franc Forward, a collective of New York wineries working to champion Cabernet Franc as the state’s flagship red grape, this tasting features eight wines showcasing both Cabernet Franc and Riesling from the Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley, and the forks of Long Island. As you taste, Kevin will share stories and insights into the character of each wine, from acidity and tannin to oak and fruit, while exploring what makes these varieties and regions so distinctive. After the tasting, join Kevin for a reception featuring a curated menu of hors d’oeuvres presented by the Mohonk Culinary Team. This will also be your chance to purchase a signed copy of Kevin’s bestselling wine book, Windows on the World Complete Wine Course.
*Note: Pre-registration with overnight reservation is required. There is a $75 per person program fee for admittance to the wine tasting. Space is limited. Persons under age 21 may not attend the wine tasting.

The New York Wine and Cider Scene

Discover why New York has become one of the country’s most exciting wine and cider regions during this walk-around tasting celebrating producers from across the state. Alongside renowned wine educator Kevin Zraly, you’ll meet the makers behind exceptional wineries and cideries, sample their handcrafted offerings, and learn what makes New York’s vineyards and orchards so distinctive. Meet our neighbors from Fjord Vineyards, Whitecliff Vineyard, Rose Hill Winery & Cidery, Brotherhood Winery, Brooklyn Cider House, and more, and take home your favorites with select bottles available for purchase.

Chef’s Table*

Elevate your Mohonk dining experience with our exclusive Chef’s Table, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the heart of our fast-paced kitchen. This unforgettable experience celebrates a farm-to-table philosophy, highlighting the very best seasonal ingredients from the Hudson Valley region. You’ll meet our talented culinary team as they prepare and present a specially created 10-course tasting menu with perfectly paired wines.*Advance sign-up is required. Seating is limited to 8 adults. Please inquire about specific pricing.

Wired Art Gallery

Founded in 2012, Wired Gallery showcases the work of talented Mid-Hudson Valley artists, celebrating the region’s vibrant creative spirit. This special exhibition will also feature pieces inspired by the beauty of the Hudson Valley alongside works that pay homage to both France and the United States. Stroll through the gallery, meet the artists, and discover one-of-a-kind treasures. Artwork is available for purchase, making it the perfect opportunity to take home a unique memento of your visit.

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Coming just for the day?

You can enjoy a day of wine & culture
with our Wine Weekend Day Pass.

Past Program Leaders

Kevin Zraly

Kevin Zraly is celebrating 45 years as the founder and teacher of the immensely popular Windows on the World Wine School, which has graduated over 30,000 students since its inception. Creator of the famous wine list at Windows on the World (which sold more wine than any restaurant in the world), he is the author of Kevin Zraly’s Windows on the World Complete Wine Course, Red Wine, The Ultimate Wine Companion, Kevin Zraly’s Wine Journal, and his Guide to American Wine. Kevin was honored with the James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award and is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Culinary Institute of America. He has been featured in The New York Times, People magazine, The Wall Street Journal, GQ, Newsweek, and USA Today, among others. His charisma, engaging style, and love of wine captivate everyone he teaches. To learn more, please visit www.kevinzraly.com.

Mohonk Executive Chef,
Jim Palmeri

Jim Palmeri is Executive Chef at Mohonk Mountain House. Since arriving at Mohonk Mountain House in 2007, Chef Palmeri has created an outstanding culinary experience that embraces a farm-to-table philosophy, highlighting the bounty of the Hudson Valley region. The Wisconsin native graduated from the nationally acclaimed Culinary Institute of Kendall College in Chicago and has worked in resorts for most of his professional career. A good part of it was with Hyatt Regency properties in places such as Scottsdale, Arizona; Coral Gables, Florida; Las Vegas, and even the Cayman Islands. Palmeri also worked at the Four Seasons in big cities including Washington D.C. and Chicago.