Duck Walk Vineyards & Winery - Water Mill, New York

Address:231 Montauk Highway
Water Mill, New York
Tel: (631) 726-7555

While the large majority of Long Island's vineyards are located on the North Fork, if you are looking for a vineyard near the Hamptons you won't be disappointed with South Fork's wineries. Despite its arguably inelegant name, Duck Walk Vineyard in Watermill is a 130-acre winery housed in a Normandy-style chateau. Founded in 1994, Duck Walk Vineyard claims a number of gold medal wines including Windmill Red, a 2004 Blueberry Port, and a 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2005 Annual Tasters Guild International Wine Judging awarded gold medals to Duck Walk's 2003 Pinot Grigio and 2002 Merlot Reserve; their 2003 Vidal Blanc Ice received a silver medal. Duck Walk's Pinot Grigio was described by New York Times as "virtually weightless," with a "fairly long finish." Duck Walk Vineyard is open daily for tours and complimentary tastings.