Bill Text: NY J00016 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced

New York Senate Resolution 16

Introduced

Bill Title: Honoring Paumanok Vineyards upon the occasion of its designation as a Gold Medalist by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation on July 12, 2022

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Introduced) 2023-01-05 - REFERRED TO FINANCE [J00016 Detail]

Download: New_York-2023-J00016-Introduced.html


Senate Resolution No. 16

BY: Senator PALUMBO

        HONORING  Paumanok  Vineyards upon the occasion of
        its designation as a Gold Medalist by the  New  York
        Wine and Grape Foundation on July 12, 2022

  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 honor
Paumanok  Vineyards  upon  the  occasion  of  its  designation as a Gold
Medalist by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation at  its  36th  Annual
New York Wine Classic on Tuesday, July 12, 2022; and

  WHEREAS,  The  36th  Annual  New  York  Wine Classic is a nationally
recognized competition highlighting the best of New York's wine; 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,  Paumanok  Vineyards was awarded for its 2014 Grand vintage
Merlot, 2014 Limited Edition Apollo Drive Vineyards Petit  Verdot,  2014
Tuthills  Lane  Vineyard  Cabernet Sauvignon, 2015 Assemblage Red Blend,
2019 Cabernet Franc, and 2021 Dry Rose; and

  WHEREAS, This renowned winery believes  that  only  the  healthiest,
ripest  grapes  will  produce great wine; the Paumanok Vineyards ensures
that their highest standards are always  met,  with  adherence  to  such
standards  proving  fruitful, being awarded a Gold Medal by the New York
Wine and Grape Foundation; and

  WHEREAS, Paumanok Vineyards produces several  varietal  and  blended
wines  with  fruit  originating from its 80 acres of vineyards; Paumanok
produces New York's only Chenin Blanc along with  Chardonnay,  Riesling,
Sauvignon  Blanc,  Cabernet  Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit
Verdot; and

  WHEREAS, Over its distinguished history, this esteemed vineyard  has
demonstrated  continuous  service to the residents and communities which
it serves; and

  WHEREAS, The success of Paumanok Vineyards 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
honor Paumanok Vineyards upon the occasion of its designation as a  Gold
Medalist by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation on July 12, 2022; and
be it further

  RESOLVED,  That  a  copy  of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Paumanok Vineyards.