Business Details
12 Years
experience
Handcrafted Small Batch Wines in South Salem, NY
South Salem Winery is a family-owned micro winery dedicated to crafting premium small-batch wines using traditional methods. Established in 2014, we source our grapes exclusively from small vineyards on Long Island's North Fork, prioritizing quality and sustainability. Our winemaking process emphasizes long fermentations, barrel aging, and minimal chemical intervention to produce dry, low-sulfite wines with distinct character. With decades of personal experience in viticulture and winemaking, our vintner brings generational expertise to every bottle. We are committed to fostering community connections while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship.Our unique partnership with Gossett Bros Nursery has created Westchester County's first NYS micro winery within a garden nursery setting. Each vintage reflects our dedication to authenticity and passion for the art of winemaking. We offer curated wine collections including reds, whites, ros, and ice wine, all produced in limited quantities. Our tasting experiences and direct-to-consumer sales provide personalized access to our handcrafted wines. As stewards of this craft, we continually strive to perfect our techniques while sharing our love for wine with discerning customers.
Services
Small Batch Wines
Red Wines
White Wines
Ros Wines
Ice Wine
Wine Tastings
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We specialize in small-batch wines with meticulous attention to detail
- Our vintner brings 30+ years of generational winemaking expertise
- We use 100% Long Island North Fork vineyard-sourced grapes
- Our natural fermentation process creates zero residual sugar wines
- We maintain strict quality control with barrel aging and minimal sulfites
Services
Small Batch Wines
Our small batch production ensures meticulous quality control throughout the winemaking process. Each batch receives individual attention using traditional techniques passed down through generations. This approach allows us to maintain consistency while highlighting the unique characteristics of each vintage.
Red Wines
We produce full-bodied red wines through extended fermentation periods of 10-14 days. Our malolactic fermentation process creates smooth, complex flavors while maintaining natural dryness. Barrel aging enhances tannin structure and develops rich, layered profiles in every bottle.
White Wines
Our white wines showcase the terroir of Long Island's North Fork vineyards through careful temperature-controlled fermentation. The absence of residual sugar allows the grapes' natural acidity and minerality to shine. Bottled unfiltered to preserve flavor complexity and mouthfeel.
Ros Wines
Crafted from carefully selected grapes, our ros wines balance freshness and structure through precise maceration techniques. The wines undergo complete fermentation with no added sugars to maintain dry character. Light, refreshing profiles make them ideal for seasonal enjoyment.
Ice Wine
This specialty wine captures concentrated sweetness through natural freezing of select grapes. The labor-intensive process preserves intense fruit flavors while maintaining balanced acidity. Limited production ensures exceptional quality and rarity in every bottle.
People
John Vuolo
Vintner
Third-generation winemaker with 30+ years of experience crafting small-batch wines in New York. Began winemaking at age five with family mentors. Established South Salem Winery in 2014 after decades of perfecting traditional techniques.
Tom Gossett
Property Owner
South Salem community leader and nursery owner who partnered with John Vuolo to create Westchester's first micro winery. His family's legacy of community contribution enabled the unique vineyard-nursery collaboration.
Questions
What makes your wines unique compared to other New York wineries?
Our small-batch production, family winemaking heritage, and partnership with Gossett Bros Nursery create a distinctive micro-winery experience focused on traditional methods and local terroir.
Do you offer wine tastings at your South Salem location?
Wine tastings will be available starting summer 2024 at our South Salem location within Gossett Bros Nursery's premises.
What grape varieties do you source for your wines?
We source Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Chardonnay, and Zwiegelt grapes from private vineyards on Long Island's North Fork region.
Are your wines available outside New York State?
Yes, we offer out-of-state shipping for our wine collection through our online ordering system designed for customers outside New York.
What winemaking techniques do you use to ensure quality?
We employ long fermentations, malolactic conversion, barrel aging, and minimal sulfite additions while avoiding chemical interventions throughout our traditional winemaking process.
How can I join your wine club?
Visit our website to sign up for the wine club and receive exclusive updates, special releases, and direct access to our limited-production vintages.
Reviews (2)
Ginette P.
Oct 06, 2017
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We were in the area for some apple picking & decided we wanted to checkout a winery this one was one of the closest places that came up, glad we gave it a try.
walking in u don't know what to expect since it doesn't look like a regular winery, once we looked around the owner introduced him self & told us what the deal was basically we did a little wine tasting 4 whites 2 reds & 1 cider, u can try all these choices with no obligation to buy pretty nice I must say. All wines are prepared on the premises by the owner whites were very good so was the reds. In the end I really
walking in u don't know what to expect since it doesn't look like a regular winery, once we looked around the owner introduced him self & told us what the deal was basically we did a little wine tasting 4 whites 2 reds & 1 cider, u can try all these choices with no obligation to buy pretty nice I must say. All wines are prepared on the premises by the owner whites were very good so was the reds. In the end I really
K. J.
Jul 08, 2016
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I enjoyed coming here. It's not every day that you get to taste some great wines in a greenhouse. When I went, there were three wines to taste for only $5. The best part of the experience was the owner who is clearly so passionate about his craft. He provides excellent customer service and tells you whatever you want to know about the wines! Check out live music nights!
