Senate Resolution No. 1446

BY: Senator PALUMBO

COMMENDING Wolffer Estate Vineyard upon the
occasion of producing New York State's Best Pink
Wine in the 2023 New York Wine Classic by the New
York Wine & Grape Foundation

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the
achievements of those individuals and businesses that contribute
substantially to the economic vitality of their communities, thereby
enhancing the economic well-being of the entire Empire State; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend Wolffer Estate Vineyard of Sagaponack, New York upon the
occasion of producing New York State's Best Pink Wine in the 2023 New
York Wine Classic by the New York Wine & Grape Foundation on Thursday,
July 13, 2023; and

WHEREAS, As a result of hard work, knowledge, diligence, and
dedication to the art of winemaking, Wolffer Estate Vineyard's 2022
Estate Rose, Long Island, was named Best Pink Wine in the 2023 New York
Wine Classic by the New York Wine & Grape Foundation; and

WHEREAS, Seeing an unprecedented growth over the past few years and
allowing wine enthusiasts to enjoy this unique part of the New York
experience across the state, this extraordinary vineyard has truly
showcased why New York State is a premier wine destination; and

WHEREAS, The Wolffer Estate Vineyard, since 1988, has been committed
to producing premium wines, ciders, and spirits, through their
dedication to quality, penchant for style, and celebration of place; and

WHEREAS, The success of Wolffer Estate Vineyard is in direct
correlation to the efforts of its dedicated owners and staff, whose
involvement is, and always has been, characterized by an impressive
commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of
excellence in all endeavors on behalf of the businesses and the
communities they serve; and

WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body
acknowledges this exceptional business, its contributions to the local
and state economies, and its vibrant role in improving the quality of
life in its community, fully confident it will continue to enjoy the
same sparkling successes it has experienced thus far; now, therefore, be
it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Wolffer Estate Vineyard upon the occasion of producing New York
State's Best Pink Wine in the 2023 New York Wine Classic by the New York
Wine & Grape Foundation; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Wolffer Estate Vineyard.