Hazlitt 1852
Hazlitt 1852 produces wines from the Finger Lakes region of New York, where cool-climate conditions favor aromatic white varieties. The winery's portfolio centers on Riesling and Vidal Blanc, grapes that thrive in the region's glacial soils and moderate growing season. The Vidal Blanc Ice Wine demonstrates the potential of late-harvest production in this terroir, while the Dry Riesling and Homestead Reserve Riesling showcase the variety's range—from crisp, mineral-driven expressions to more structured reserve bottlings. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate have rated these releases, reflecting their standing among critics focused on cool-climate viticulture. The winery's emphasis on white wine production aligns with the Finger Lakes' reputation as a source for high-acid, food-friendly wines with distinctive regional character.
Critics
Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate