For travelers looking to check out Oswego County’s craft beverage scene, Grace Tyler Estate Winery has it all! Located in the charming town of Constantia, N.Y., the winery offers award-winning wines as well as locally produced hard cider and craft beer.
Whether you’re celebrating an occasion or are just looking for new wines to try, Grace Tyler Estate Winery is open year-round for you to enjoy an incredible tasting experience.
Established in 2018 by Richard and Elizabeth Hamilton, the winery is located in the charming town of Constantia, N.Y. While there are many reasons to visit Grace Tyler Estate Winery, we’ve narrowed down five reasons why you need to include a trip there during your Oswego County getaway.
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1. The delicious wines, of course!:
Grace Tyler has a wide variety of delectable wines to choose from, including a 2022 dry Riesling, 2022 stainless steel chardonnay, 2021 skin fermented LaCrescent, 2022 diamond, 2023 Marquette Rosé, 2021 cabernet franc, 2021 stainless steel Marquette and many others!
Grace Tyler wines are also available to purchase online at https://www.gracetylerestatewinery.com/, and visitors have the option of joining the Grace Tyler Wine Club to get discounts, a complimentary wine tasting, personalized vineyard tours, access to purchase pre-release wines and more.
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2. The winery is open year-round:
While some wineries close up shop during the off season, Grace Tyler is open to visit year-round. Whether you’re celebrating an occasion or are just looking for new wines to try, a wine tasting hosted by a knowledgeable team member is always a great time. Groups larger than six should call the winery ahead of time to make a reservation.
Visitors also have the option of reserving a private tent rental, providing a unique experience for up to 10 people. The rental includes a private tasting, local cheese board and private fire pit with Adirondack chairs, perfect for guests to relax and enjoy the scenic vineyard. The winery can also be booked for private events.
Looking to enjoy local artists? Grace Tyler hosts live music from popular Central New York musicians every Friday night June through August and on Saturday nights in September and October.
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3. The location:
As mentioned before, Grace Tyler Estate Winery is in Constantia, New York, a scenic area located in the southeastern part of Oswego County. Visitors can enjoy beautiful views of Oneida Lake on their drive to Grace Tyler and take in all of the natural beauty that surrounds the winery when they get there.
One unique feature of Grace Tyler’s location is its proximity to a local ATV and snowmobile trail. Accessible by the Vanderbilt snowmobile trail, Grace Tyler is the perfect place for guests to take a break from the cold and responsibly enjoy all the winery has to offer.
There are also multiple restaurants in Constantia and nearby Cleveland for those looking to have a full meal before or after their wine tasting.
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4. Grace Tyler is dog friendly:
Not only are dogs welcome at Grace Tyler, but they also have a special wine named after their furry friends! Dog lovers will want to check out the 2022 Belle & Boon Juice, a 100% New York State concord named after the owners’ chocolate Labrador retrievers, Bailey Boon and Annabelle. Visitors may even have a chance to meet Annabelle and Ozzy, the Hamilton family’s other chocolate lab!
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5. It’s a stop and shop for local goods:
Not only does Grace Tyler sell its own wines, but it also has locally produced hard cider and craft beer in stock as well. If you’re looking for a snack, the winery offers cheese, popcorn and dipping sauces from local businesses.
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Grace Tyler Estate Winery is located at 1180 NYS. Rte. 49 Constantia, NY 13044. For more information, visit the website at https://www.gracetylerestatewinery.com/, follow their Facebook page, or call 315-382-5830.
To view other attractions in Oswego County, visit https://visitoswegocounty.com/attractions/.