Dr. Konstantin Frank
The Legacy of Dr. Konstantin Frank Dr. Konstantin Frank ignited the "Vinifera Revolution" a movement that forever changed the course of wine growing in the Finger Lakes and the United States. Dr. Frank's vision, knowledge and determination are credited with elevating the New York wine industry from a state of happy mediocrity to a level that today commands world attention. A European immigrant, Dr. Frank and his family arrived in the United States in 1951. After a brief stay in New York City, Dr. Frank, a professor of plant sciences who held a Ph.D. in viticulture, moved upstate to take a position at Cornell University's Geneva Experiment Station. Dr. Frank believed from his years in the Ukraine that the lack of proper rootstock, not the cold climate, was the reason for the failure of Vitis Vinifera vines in the Finger Lakes region. He continued to promote his beliefs and to seek a sympathetic ear, which he found in Charles Fournier, a French champagne maker and president of nearby Gold Seal Vineyards. Communicating in French, Dr. Frank revealed his research for growing the delicate European vinifera grape varieties in cold climates. For the first time the Northeastern United States could produce European varieties of wines. In 1962, merely a decade after arriving in America, Dr. Frank founded Vinifera Wine Cellars. The winery quickly earned a reputation for spectacular Rieslings and its original planting of vines formed the backbone of New York's world-class wines and champagnes.
Dr. Frank 'Dry' Riesling 2020
$12.95 $16.16
121c
New York » Keuka Lake
Our classic dry style of Riesling made from vines dating back to 1958 from both our estate vineyard sites. Ripe and tropical, harmonizing fresh lime juice,
Dr Konstantin Frank Sparkling Celebre
$15.95 $20.43
121dNew York » Finger Lakes
Wine & Spirits 90 "Brisk, lemony and thoroughly refreshing, this sparklers ripe pear flavors and mild pear-skin finish would merit a pairing with miso-glazed chicken. Its
Dr. Frank 'Semi Dry' Riesling 2020
$12.95 $16.16
121cNew York » Finger Lakes
Winemaker Notes Delicate at first then tropically ripe, brimming with apricot, nectarine and a touch of pineapple. Lemon citrus and acacia blossom balance the sweetness effortlessly. Pair
Dr. Frank Chardonnay 2020
$12.95 $15.09
121dNew York » Keuka Lake
From our Estate vineyards on Keuka Lake with vines dating back to 1962 originally planted by our founder. Aged 9 months in 54% French oak
Dr. Frank Gewurztraminer 2020
$14.95 $18.29
121dNew York » Keuka Lake
An exotic grape from vines dating back to 1968 made in a dry style. Seductive on the nose with rose, ripe apricots, and lychee, with
Dr. Konstantin Frank Cabernet Franc 2016
$16.95 $21.33
Wine Advocate 89 The 2016 Cabernet Franc was aged for 18 months in well-used French oak. It comes in at 13.3% alcohol. This puts it all
Dr. Frank Gewurztraminer 2019
Seductive on the nose with rose, ripe apricots, and lychee, with a touch of white pepper and ginger. The rich palate is balanced with lively
Dr. Frank Chardonnay 2019
Wine Enthusiast 90 Bright, crisp aromas of peach, apple and yellow blossoms grace the nose of this deftly balanced Chardonnay. About half sees time in French
Dr. Frank 'Dry' Riesling 2019
A subtle style with notes of minerality, grapefruit, lime, candied citrus and soft apricot. The crisp lime-driven acidity enhances the distinct Keuka Lake minerality, rounded
Dr. Frank 'Semi Dry' Riesling 2019
Wine Advocate 90 The 2019 Semi-Dry Riesling comes in with 11.5 alcohol, 22 grams per liter of residual sugar and seven grams of total acidity.
Dr. Frank 'Dry' Riesling 2018
An expressive style with dominant characters of minerality, grapefruit, lime and soft apricot. The crisp lime-driven acidity enhances the distinct Keuka Lake minerality, rounded by
Dr. Frank Chardonnay 2018
"Dr. Frank Vintage Chardonnay, entices with rich nuances of pear, vanilla and almond. The mouth is a field of butter and vanilla with a luxuriously
Dr. Frank 'Semi Dry' Riesling 2018
Wine Enthusiast 91 Bright, fruity aromas of mango and pineapple are lifted by zesty accents of lime peel and juiced ginger on the nose. The palate
Dr. Frank Gewurztraminer 2018
Winemaker Notes Clean and delicate on the nose with white flowers, orange zest, and lychee, with a touch of white pepper and ginger. This off-dry wine
Dr. Frank 'Dry' Riesling 2017
" A crisp acidity and characteristic Keuka Lake minerality enhance the lively lemon, green apple and floral notes of this wine. " ~ Winery notes
Dr. Frank 'Semi Dry' Riesling 2017
" Dr. Konstantin Frank Semi-Dry Riesling, has anose of orange blossom, lavender and pear make this wine irrestible. The vibrant mouth feel of this wine
Dr. Frank Chardonnay 2017
" Dr. Frank Vintage Chardonnay, entices with rich nuances of pear, vanilla and almond. The mouth is a field of butter and vanilla with a
Dr. Frank Gewurztraminer 2017
Wine & Spirits 91 A gewurz that flirts with the herbal and walks away with its dignity intact, this wine has a lovely balance between a
Dr. Frank Chardonnay 2016
" From an excellent vintage, the fruit aromas of this wine really shine. Characterized by notes of fresh pineapple, dried apricot and honeysuckle. Finishes with
Dr. Frank Gewurztraminer 2016
" Medium intensity with dominant characters of spice, honey and rose with citrus undertones. The time on skins and the yeast used add palate
Dr. Frank Gruner Veltliner 2016
"Gruner Veltliner, the great white wine of Austria, finds another happy home in New York's Finger Lakes wine region. Dr. Konstantin's Gruner Veltliner is an
Dr. Frank 'Semi Dry' Riesling 2016
" A nose of orange blossom, lavender and pear make this wine irrestible. The vibrant mouth feel of this wine reveals flavors of apple, peach,
Dr. Frank 'Dry' Riesling 2016
" A crisp acidity and characteristic Keuka Lake minerality enhance the lively lemon, green apple and floral notes of this wine. " ~ Winery notes
Dr. Frank Gruner Veltliner 2015
"Gruner Veltliner, the great white wine of Austria, finds another happy home in New York's Finger Lakes wine region. Dr. Konstantin's Gruner Veltliner is an
Dr. Frank 'Semi Dry' Riesling 2015
"The fruit was picked in the early morning to retain freshness and fermented at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks. The fermentation was stopped before