Finger Lakes Grape Prices Swell
Finger Lakes Grape Prices Swell
Sep 12, 2012 6
(Wines&Vines) - In 2012, for the first time in several years, grape prices in the Finger Lakes region of New York are higher across the board. The list of prices in the accompanying table was furnished to Wines & Vines by Hans Walter-Peterson, viticulture extension specialist with the Finger Lakes Grape Program. Of the 56 varieties listed, 31 increased in price, 10 moved slightly lower, and 15 were unchanged. The strongest demand this year is for Riesling. The average price per ton is $1,479, up from $1,362, an increase of 9% from 2011. Walter-Peterson said Riesling is in such short supply that it’s impossible to find any for sale. Other white vinifera prices included Chardonnay, up 7% from $1,169 to $1,252; Gewürztraminer, 4% from $1,444 to $1,503; Viognier from $1,650 to $1,700; and Pinot Gris, up 3% from $1,572 to $1,619.
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