FLCC Viticulture and Wine Center

05/28/2026

Learning by doing! Our Vit 110 students have been out in the vineyard for their internship, taking full advantage of a perfect Finger Lakes spring. Not a bad “classroom” if you ask us!🍇

Learn more about our programs: flcc.edu/winemaking

05/25/2026

We still can’t stop thinking about last week’s graduation and how grateful we are for this incredible group of students! Congratulations again to our 2026 grads — Peter Wronski, Daniel Shafer, Connor Calder, Luke White, Charles Sasson, and Abigail Selnick! 🎓🍷

We are so proud of everything each of these students has accomplished and can’t wait to see where their journeys take them next. Thank you all for leaving your mark on our program!

Learn more about our program: FLCC.edu/winemaking

05/21/2026

After last night’s private unveiling of our 2025 wines, we had the chance to slow down and spend time with the incredible students graduating this week. From relaxing together at Seneca Lake State Park to reflecting on all of their hard work, it was a reminder of just how special this program truly is.

We couldn’t be more proud of these students—and this time of year always reminds us why we love what we do. 🍷🎓

Learn more about our program: flcc.edu/winemaking

05/21/2026

Support our friends at Bottleland!

is a mother and daughter owned boutique wine and spirits shop in Geneva, NY. Their thoughtfully curated, rotating selection prioritizes sustainable farming and winemaking practices above all else, with an emphasis on small, unique producers from the Finger Lakes and beyond. Their mission is to bring gems from around the world just a little closer to home, while highlighting women and people of color wherever possible. In addition to their retail selection, Bottleland offers private tastings for small groups as well as a wine curation and concierge services for parties and private events.

Bottleland offers 10% off to all Women for Winesense member purchases. Max discount redemption is $10, applicable for wine only.

Thank you Bottleland for your generous Corporate Sponsorship and support of Women For WineSense.

05/19/2026

Bottling day at the Viticulture & Wine Center! 🍾 We kicked things off with our Riesling, and we’re so excited to finally see these new labels make their way onto the bottles.

We can’t wait to share this year’s wines with you!

Learn more about our program: flcc.edu/winemaking

05/14/2026

We’re so excited to feature Lauren Turner’s award-winning label design, Embracing Vines, on this year’s bottles! 🎨🍷 Though she earned a culinary degree, Lauren took a chance on graphic design—and her creativity earned top recognition at this year’s wine label design competition.

Read more about her journey to Finger Lakes Community College and the story behind her design on the FLCC news blog: https://www.flcc.edu/news/2025/how-returning-to-college-led-to-a-winning-design/

05/13/2026

Bottling day at the Viticulture & Wine Center 🍇🍷

We’re busy getting our 2025 wines into bottle—starting with Riesling! A lot of hard work (and excitement) going into every bottle.

Learn more about our program: flcc.edu/winemaking

05/07/2026

Today is FLCC’s Day of Giving! 🍷

If this program has meant something to you, today’s a chance to give back. Every gift supports our students and the hands-on experiences that shape their future.

Alumni: $100/year lets you audit up to 4 credits and stay connected!

Plus, matching gifts are happening—your impact goes even further.

Give here: https://give.fingerlakes.edu/schools/FingerLakesCommunityCollege/laker-day-of-giving-2026/pages/Viticulture

05/04/2026

FLCC Viticulture & Wine Program Day of Giving is this Thursday, May 7! 🍷

Every gift makes a real difference for our program and helps create incredible opportunities for our students.

Did you know? Alumni who donate just $100 annually can audit up to 4 credits per year—essentially taking classes for free if they don’t meet the 60+ age requirement! We also have several matching gift opportunities happening, meaning your donation could go even further in supporting our students and program.

We hope you’ll consider giving and helping us continue to grow the future of the wine industry!

Donate here: https://give.fingerlakes.edu/schools/FingerLakesCommunityCollege/laker-day-of-giving-2026/pages/Viticulture