Welcome To Thirsty Owl
Home to some of the oldest vinifera vines in the Finger Lakes Region of New York.
Wine Shop Visit Us Scroll to discoverTasting Room Open Year-Round
10:00 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Saturday
10:30 am - 5:30 pm Sunday
Bistro Restaurant Hours of Operation
(Bistro is CLOSED for the season. We will reopen for food service in May 2025.)
Open 7 days a week, Monday - Saturday
Open 11:30 am - 5 pm, (Last seating 4:45 pm)
Sample an array of estate-grown wines, ranging from aromatic whites to unique reds, in our spacious tasting room or outside on our patio overlooking cayuga lake.
Sample an array of estate-grown wines, ranging from aromatic whites to unique reds, in our spacious tasting room or outside on our patio overlooking cayuga lake.
Visit Us By Car or Boat
We invite our visitors to enjoy our wines in the beautiful region of the Finger Lakes – our location boasts incredible views of Cayuga lake and our working vineyards for a truly unique wine country experience.
Arrive by boat! Our winery is one of the few on Cayuga Lake that offers a 14 slip dock to park your boat. Rides up to the vineyard based on availability and weather – please call our tasting room at 866-869-5805 for transportation to the winery. It’s also a pleasant half mile (uphill) ride to get to our tasting room from the boat dock. Please do not attempt to walk up - call us for a ride.
Shop Our Wines
Experience the Beauty of Finger Lakes Wine
Country With Us
Visit our vineyard, nestled on the Western Shore of Cayuga Lake, spanning 150 acres of breathtaking panoramic lake views. We are dedicated to producing award-winning wines of several varietals. Enjoy our wines in a fun, friendly atmosphere with our knowledgeable staff as your guide.
The Bistro at Thirsty Owl offers a unique outdoor dining experience with spectacular views of Cayuga Lake overlooking our vineyards. Enjoy a glass of wine and delectable seasonal menu options made with local ingredients – whether you’re looking for a casual lunch or to hold a larger gathering, we provide a true Finger Lakes culinary delight guaranteed to enhance your visit to this beautiful wine region.
*Walk-ins only, no reservations or call aheads
Our Location
Visit our Saratoga Satellite Location
Thirsty Owl Wine Bar and Bistro. Blocks from Saratoga Race Course and historic Downtown.
FAQs
Gift cards can be redeemed online, or in person in the tasting room and our Bistro here in Ovid.
Ted Cupp, founder and “visionary” of the winery (Jon’s dad), had a little too much to drink one night and, walking home, thought he saw a “large, thirsty owl” in the vineyards, and the name was born.
We officially opened our doors for business on Sept. 13, 2002, so, over 20 years ago! There were already vines planted and grapes growing on the property when we came: Riesling, Chancellor and Pinot Noir (all over or around 20 years old at the time). We built the tasting room and barn, and planted many other grapes when we got here, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and more Pinot Noir. Recently, we’ve planted Merlot and Cabernet Franc on our property across the street on Route 89.
No. We are open year-round in the tasting room. We are closed to customers only for the major holidays of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
No, we do not. We are a working vineyard and unfortunately don’t have the staff or time to do this. Plus, something is usually always going on here on the property – our vineyard staff is always on site hard at work, tending to the art of making wine.
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