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Food & Wine Pairings and Recipes
Holiday Feasts: Perfect Wine Pairings for Your Holiday Dinner
December 7, 2025
The holidays are a season of warmth, celebration, and connection—a time when kitchens fill with the aroma of roasting meats, spiced vegetables, and sweet desserts. Families and friends gather around tables that overflow with seasonal bounty, sharing laughter, stories, and traditions that bring everyone closer. Wine has always been part...
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Cozy Winter Recipes with Local Wine Pairings
December 4, 2025
When the North Fork settles into its winter rhythm, there’s a quiet magic that fills the air. The vines rest under pale skies, the tasting rooms glow with soft light, and kitchens across Long Island come alive with the comforting aromas of simmering soups and slow-cooked stews. It’s the perfect...
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North Fork Holiday Gift Guide
November 27, 2025
The holidays are the perfect time to celebrate with friends, family, and of course, great wine. Whether you’re shopping for a wine enthusiast, a hostess, or someone who loves Long Island’s North Fork, we’ve curated a North Fork holiday gift guide. We invite you to explore the guide for festive,...
Insiders Guide: Tips & Tricks
Wine & Chill: The Ultimate November Binge-Watching Pairings
November 13, 2025
November means cozy nights, binge-worthy TV, and, of course, the perfect glass of wine. Whether you’re wrapped in a blanket at home or hosting a small get-together, pairing your favorite Long Island wines with the right snacks and shows takes your chill session to the next level. At Suhru &...
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Wine and Thanksgiving: The Perfect Pairings for Your Holiday Table
October 28, 2025
Thanksgiving is more than a meal—it’s a celebration of family, friends, and the harvest season. From savory roasted turkey and creamy mashed potatoes to sweet pumpkin pie and spiced desserts, the holiday table is full of flavors that deserve thoughtful wine pairings. Choosing the right wine not only elevates the...
Winery & Vineyard: Behind the Scenes
October Harvest Update: The Rhythm of Ripening
October 19, 2025
September’s Rush Toward Ripeness October is more than halfway over, and it always carries a different rhythm than September. September is full-on—warmer weather pushes grape ripening forward, and every day feels urgent. We’re constantly balancing the decision of when to pick: harvesting early enough to preserve acidity and freshness, while...
Wine Guides
How Terroir Affects Wine: Soil, Climate, and Elevation Explained
September 28, 2025
When it comes to wine, few concepts are as essential—or as fascinating—as terroir. This French term refers to the unique combination of soil, climate, and elevation that shapes the character, flavor, and style of a wine. Understanding terroir helps wine enthusiasts appreciate why a Chardonnay from one vineyard tastes different...
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A Guide to Fall Wine & Food Pairings on the North Fork
September 7, 2025
There’s nothing quite like fall on the North Fork. The vineyards are buzzing with harvest, farm stands are piled high with squash and apples, and cooler evenings make you want to linger over a hearty meal and a great bottle of wine. It’s also one of the best times to...
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A Wine Lover’s Guide to Cabernet Franc
August 31, 2025
Cabernet Franc is often called the “parent” of Cabernet Sauvignon, but here in New York it has stepped into the spotlight on its own. Winemakers across the state champion it for its balance, versatility, and ability to thrive in cool-climate vineyards. On the North Fork of Long Island, it has...
Winery & Vineyard: Behind the Scenes
Planting Saperavi: A Bold New Chapter for Our North Fork Vineyard
June 1, 2025
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...
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Lieb Cabernet Franc Featured in The New York Times: A Must-Try Wine from Long Island
March 16, 2025
We’re excited to announce that our Lieb Cabernet Franc has been featured in The New York Times' 10 New York Cabernet Francs to Find Right Now! With its exceptional quality and complex flavor profile, this wine is a must-try. Lieb Cellars North Fork Cabernet Franc Eric Asimov of The New...
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Shiraz: An Exploration of the Wine Grape
March 9, 2025
Shiraz: An Exploration of the Wine Grape Shiraz wine, also known as Syrah in some regions, is a beloved red wine variety known for its bold flavors and velvety texture. Whether you are a seasoned wine enthusiast or just beginning your journey, exploring the history, characteristics, and winemaking styles of...
Winery & Vineyard: Behind the Scenes
Vintner’s Choice: A New Wine Club Level
January 14, 2025
We are thrilled to announce the release of our brand New Wine Club level. We invite you to join the Vintner's Choice Wine Club! A highly asked for club level, Vintner's Choice Wine Club features four (4) bottles of wine pre-selected each quarter—in March, June, September & December—by the Suhru...
Food & Wine Pairings and Recipes
Lamb Roulade & Shiraz
January 5, 2025
One of my favorite things about the winter months is that when it is cold outside—all I want to do is cook and drink red wine! One of our latest dinners was roast leg of lamb roulade over a bed of root vegetables.We paired it with a glass of Shiraz...
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Holiday Appetizers and Red Blends
December 15, 2024
One of our most popular wines this and every time of the year is our Bordeaux style red blends—the Suhru Ember and Lieb Estate Meritage. As two of our favorite wines we have a wide variety of excellent food pairings and these two are always a crowd favorite, whether you...
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Holiday Appetizers with Shiraz & Merlot
December 8, 2024
As we gear up for the December holidays, I find myself constantly looking for a fresh and new appetizers! Throughout the month of December we will be sharing a few of our favorites on the blog, each Wednesday—follow along for holiday inspiration! Baked brie is the best appetizer, there I've...
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Baked Mac & Cheese with Merlot
December 4, 2024
There are few dishes that provide more warmth, satisfaction, and comfort than homemade mac & cheese! Maybe it's just me, but there is something completely irresistible about hot cheese no matter its form, but if I had to pick a favorite way to eat it, this recipe takes the cake...
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Holiday Appetizer Recipe with Sauvignon Blanc
December 1, 2024
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...
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Roast Leg of Lamb & Cabernet Franc
November 17, 2024
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...
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Chicken Scarpariello & Suhru Ember
November 10, 2024
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...