Planting a vineyard isn’t just about putting a grapevine in the ground and waiting for wine to appear—though wouldn’t that be nice? The truth is, growing a vineyard is a long-term relationship with the land, the climate, and the vines themselves. It’s equal parts science, art, and patience, with a...

We’ve got something exciting—and bubbly—to share. Just in time for long summer days, outdoor dinners, and spontaneous beach hangs. We’re thrilled to unveil the newest addition to our sparkling lineup: Sparkling La Crescent, a first-of-its-kind release on the North Fork and across Long Island. Yes, you read that right. This...

We’re thrilled to share that we’ve just planted Saperavi—a bold, cold-hardy red grape with ancient roots—as the newest addition to our vineyard on the North Fork of Long Island. This decision marks a new chapter in our ongoing commitment to innovation, climate adaptability, and crafting wines that reflect both tradition...

North Fork Travel Guide: Top Things to Do in June on Long Island's East End Planning a summer getaway to Long Island’s North Fork? June is the perfect time to visit this charming coastal region, known for its wineries, farm stands, and peaceful beach towns. Whether you’re coming for a...

As we gear up for the December holidays , I find myself constantly looking for a fresh and new appetizer to bring to the many holiday celebrations with family and friends! Throughout the month of December we will be sharing a few of our favorites on the blog, each Wednesday—follow...

  Harvest 2024 has now officially come to a close. With the last of our red wines having finished fermentation and been pressed off, we want to take a moment to reflect on the 2024 Harvest season and share what happened this year in the Vineyard and in the Winery....

The cold weather is upon us! With the change of seasons, I am shifting my cooking focus to heartier, slow-roasted meals and richer red wines. Such as our Cabernet Franc, which will warm you up from the inside out! A staple cold-weather meal in my house is Roasted Leg of...

  Frankly, we are a little bummed that Chicken Scarpariello recipes are often missing on menus at Italian restaurants, or you see it jazzed up so much that it lost its original rustic charm. Ember being a Bordeaux style red blend, makes it an excellent wine to pair with food...

We wine nerds love our French words! We’ll sprinkle in terms like terroir, veraison, and méthode champenoise whenever possible. But despite its elegant ring, the name of the Lieb Estate Meritage doesn’t come from France at all. Instead, it comes from the American-based Meritage Alliance—and here’s the story. Back in...

  It was tempting to just throw a burger recipe in here because thats what we love to have with Merlot on the regular—however that just seemed a little too lazy. What we stumbled upon was actually much, MUCH better. We highly recommend giving Losh Kebabs a try! If you're...

One of the many joys of Fall is apple picking, however once you get all of those delicious apples home, the question is always what to do with them? There are only so many sweet apple dishes a girl can eat! While I love making apple pies and crisps, I...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and we’ve pulled together a few of our favorite wines to pair with Thanksgiving dinner to give you   some inspiration when you’re planning your own holiday meal. The most important thing to remember when it comes to pairing is there are no wrong answers! However if you’re...

  Sauvignon Blanc and Lobster, this pairing barely needs an introduction. Is there a more classic pairing? But when was the last time you finished your lobster on the grill?! The grill is the optimal lobster cooking method! Not only does the direct heat impart a new set of flavors,...

Without a doubt, Suhru Teroldego is a Staff Favorite at Suhru & Lieb Vineyards.  Of course the wine is delicious—and our visitors love trying it and taking it home.  But, because Teroldego is not a common grape in the United States, it’s the ‘nicknames’ we hear from our guests that...

One of the most classic Cabernet Franc pairings is Lamb and Cabernet Franc. Lamb gets a bad rep in the US—I think because of all the mint jelly. Growing up with an Australian father (aka our winemaker Russell Hearn) lamb was a staple in our house, leg of lamb, roast...

Over the last week the focus in the winery has switched over to the red harvest. So we thought we'd take a quick moment to review how red wine is made. Once our red fruit has been hand-harvested and delivered by tractor to the winery, the grapes are destemmed. The...

  There’s just no way around it—dry sparkling wines and fried foods are a match made in heaven! No matter what else we pair our bubbly wines with, we always come back around to these salty, crispy, rich bites. If you’re not into seafood, try a mix of veggies instead...

October is upon us which means everything is Harvest related here on the North Fork of Long Island! As you drive about Long Island Wine Country, you will pass many a tractor loaded up with freshly picked grapes heading from the vineyards to the winery. The Fall is a magical...

You asked for it—so we made it! We are thrilled to announce the release of our brand New 2023 Lieb Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, the latest addition to the Lieb Cellars portfolio and one that we are particularly proud of! The bottles have officially landed in the Suhru & Lieb Vineyards...

It may seem the obvious choice, but you can never go wrong with a baked brie! Hot, gooey cheese? Yes please! However if you are looking for an elevated approach I highly recommend dressing this classic appetizer up with a handful of chopped nuts, fresh fruit or fruit jam and...