Cutchogue is a picturesque hamlet located on Long Island's North Fork, named for an Algonquin word meaning "principal place." The town is home to some of New York's oldest buildings, originally settled in the mid-17th century. It was a favorite destination for scientist Albert Einstein, whose visits to the region with fellow physicists Leó Szilárd and Edward Teller led to the inception of the Manhattan Project atomic bomb government program. Since the 1970s, the hamlet has been known as a top wine-producing region in the greater New York City area, known for its signature locally-grown Merlot grape varietals.
Lieb Cellars
Lieb Cellars was founded in 1992 and has expanded to showcase over 85 acres of vineyards on Long Island's gorgeous North Fork. The winery, which is helmed by veteran winemaker Russell Hearn, is best known for its fruit-forward dry wines, including its acclaimed Reserve Pinot Blanc, which has been named as one of America's top wines by The Wall Street Journal. Visitors can stop in at the winery's rustic-chic tasting bar throughout the week and sample flights of the company's award-winning wines, paired with snacks like locally-produced cheese boards. A private library room can be booked for small group tastings and private special events. Live music performances are showcased throughout the week against the backdrop of the winery's lovely front deck.
13050 Oregon Rd, Cutchogue, NY 11935, Phone: 631-734-1100
Pellegrini Vineyards
Pellegrini Vineyards are the vision of married duo Bob and Joyce Pellegrini, pioneers of the North Fork's winery scene in the early 1980s. Since 1991, the 14,000-square-foot Pellegrini Vineyards has been at the forefront of Cutchogue's wine scene, housed within a stunning Old World-style tasting room and production facility designed by Bob's graphic design firm. Classic Italian and rustic modern design elements are showcased throughout the winery's tasting room, which is open to the public throughout the year for flight tastings of the winery's high-quality red and white varietals and blends. Visitors are also free to take self-guided tours of the winery's public production facility areas and gorgeous outdoor Italian courtyard.
23005 Main Rd, Cutchogue, NY 11935, Phone: 631-734-4111
Castello di Borghese
Castello di Borghese is Long Island's oldest vineyard, founded in 1973 by married duo Louisa and Alex Hargrave. The winery was renamed in 1998 following its purchase by Philadelphia transplants Ann Marie and Marco Borghese and is operated by the couple's children today, producing international-award-winning wines that take advantage of the unique microclimate of Long Island's East End. Delicious French grape varietals can be sampled as part of private wine tastings, available with advance appointments. Private tours also showcase the winery's operations, exploring its vineyard, cellar, and barrel room areas. Artisanal cheeses and charcuteries are available to pair with all tasting flights.
17150 County Rd 48, Cutchogue, NY 11935, Phone: 631-734-5111
Alex Ferrone Gallery
Alex Ferrone Gallery is the premiere contemporary fine art gallery of Long Island's North Fork, housed within an historic landmark building constructed circa 1820 by the Wickham family. The gallery, which is helmed by namesake gallerist Alex Ferrone, showcases works by emerging and mid-career contemporary artists, including award-winning photographers like Onne van der Wal, Linda K. Alpern, Dan Welden, and Carolyn Conrad. It has hosted international juried exhibitions overseen by curators from prestigious institutions like the Heckscher Museum of Art and frequently partners with area nonprofit organizations and businesses to present public special events like gallery talks and educational workshops. Artistic styles represented range from traditional black and white photography works to pieces using abstract, surrealist, and avant-garde photography techniques.
25425 Main Rd, Cutchogue, NY 11935, Phone: 631-734-8545
Old Town Art and Crafts Guild
Old Town Art and Crafts Guild is a lovely nonprofit arts organization in Cutchogue that was established in 1984, showcasing the works of community artists working in a wide variety of media.
8 Hands Farm, Cutchogue, NY
8 Hands Farm is a lovely 28-acre sustainable family farm on Long Island's scenic North Fork, striving to connect area residents and customers with their food and directly engage them in the farming process. All livestock kept at the farm is raised on natural pasture and cared for according to eco-friendly methods. The farm's flock of Icelandic sheep are used to produce a wide variety of products, including fibers used for crafting yarns and apparel. Pastured eggs are sold throughout the year at the farm's public store, along with grass-fed USDA lamb cuts, pastured-raised pork and chicken, and organically-grown produce and herbs. Visitors can tour the farm with advance request and learn about operations from friendly, knowledgeable farm staff.
4735 Cox Ln, Cutchogue, NY 11935, Phone: 631-494-6155
Suhru Wines
Suhru Wines is a family-operated winery established in 2008 by married duo Susan and Russell Hearn, born from the couple's deep love of food and wine connected to their extensive world travels.
Braun Seafood Co.
Braun Seafood Co is a high-quality full-service seafood distributor and restaurant, serving as one of Long Island's largest and most acclaimed seafood distributors since 1928.
Touch of Venice
Touch of Venice has been one of Long Island's favorite dining destinations for more than two decades, originally founded in the nearby city of Mattituck. Today, the restaurant has transformed the former space of local favorite restaurant Fisherman's Rest into a vintage European-style bistro helmed by executive chef Brian Pennacchia. Rustic decor details like tin ceilings and Venetian glass chandeliers serve as a beautiful backdrop for the Pennacchia family's beautiful Italian photography collection. An extensive wine and cocktail list pairs with classic Italian menu favorites like three-cheese lasagna, mushroom tagliatelle, veal rollatini, and lobster fusilli.
28350 Main Rd, Cutchogue, NY 11935, Phone: 631-298-5851
Bedell Cellars
Bedell Cellars is a lovely winery on Long Island's North Fork, founded in 1980 by Kip and Susan Bedell.
Pugliese Vineyards
Located on the North Fork of Long Island, Pugliese Vineyards are something of a hidden gem.
Pugliese Vineyards, 34515 Main Rd, Cutchogue, NY 11935, 631 734 4057
McCall Wines
The very first McCall vineyards were planted in the late 1990’s on land which had been in the family for nearly 100 years. The first vintage was produced in 2007 and in 2010 Mc Call vineyards opened their tasting room. Today McCall Wines produce a range of fine wines including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and several carefully crafted blends.
Red Rooster Bistro
The Red Rooster Bistro is the perfect place to stop for lunch while exploring the North Fork.
