Wine, Bites, and Vineyard Views
By: Ashley Rea
Summer may be winding down, but some of the best days on Long Island are just beginning. As the first signs of fall arrive, warm afternoons, cooler evenings and harvest season create the perfect excuse to spend a day among the vines.
And while the wine may get you through the door, these North Fork vineyards offer plenty to snack on while you stay awhile. From cheese and charcuterie to authentic Mexican dishes and wood-fired pizza, these four wineries pair their pours with bites that make them destinations in their own right.
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