32nd Annual · Friday, February 13, 2027
NYS Ice Wine & Culinary Festival
A celebration of New York's finest ice wines, paired with a curated culinary menu and the signature Ice Lounge at Casa Larga Vineyards.
2027 Festival
Friday, February 13, 2027
Now in its 32nd year, the NYS Ice Wine & Culinary Festival returns to Casa Larga Vineyards on Friday, February 13, 2027. This premier event brings together ice wine producers from across New York State for an unforgettable tasting experience.
Sessions
Two SessionsChoose Session 1 or Session 2. See each session page for full details.
Tickets
$80 Per SessionTickets sell out quickly. Advance purchase is recommended.
Location
Casa Larga Vineyards2287 Turk Hill Road, Fairport, NY 14450
The Centerpiece
An Evening in the Ice Lounge
Hand-carved ice sculptures, a winter-lit room, and signature ice wine cocktails set the tone for the night. The Ice Lounge has become the festival's most photographed room.
Paired with a curated culinary menu and tastings from wineries across New York State, it is a single evening built entirely around the rarest wine in the cellar.
What to Expect
Festival Highlights
Ice Wine Tastings
Sample ice wines from Casa Larga and wineries across New York State. Discover the rich, concentrated flavors that make ice wine one of the world's most prized dessert wines.
Culinary Pairings
Each year features a unique culinary theme. Recent festivals have showcased Asian-inspired fusion pairings, crafted to complement the sweetness and acidity of ice wines.
Ice Lounge
Step into the Ice Lounge for a signature cocktail experience featuring celebrity bartenders and ice wine-based creations in a winter wonderland setting.
Winter Activities
Enjoy vineyard rides through the winter landscape, live entertainment, and a festive atmosphere celebrating the beauty of New York's wine country in February.
The Craft
Ice Wine Production
“It's the most awarded product that we have.”
— Andrea Colaruotolo O'Neil
Casa Larga's ice wine is a labor of love. The grapes are intentionally left on the vine long after the traditional harvest, waiting for temperatures to drop to 14–15°F. Harvest crews often begin picking at midnight, pressing the frozen grapes before they can thaw.
By the Numbers
- Grapes are intentionally left on the vine to freeze naturally
- Harvested at 14-15 degrees F, sometimes starting at midnight
- 1 ton of ice wine grapes yields approximately 15 gallons versus 150 gallons from traditional winemaking
- For every bottle of ice wine produced, four bottles of traditional wine could have been made
- Ice wine starts at $40 per bottle
Featured on CBS News
“Inside the delicate, unique process of making ice wine” — CBS News profiled Casa Larga's ice wine production, showcasing the painstaking process from frozen vineyard to finished bottle.
Watch on CBS News →The Festival
Inside the Evening
In the Press
News & Media
Don't Miss Out
Get Your Tickets
The NYS Ice Wine & Culinary Festival sells out every year. Two sessions on Friday, February 13, 2027, $80 each. Secure your tickets early for this premier winter wine event.