Bill Text: NY J00024 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Honoring Pindar 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 [J00024 Detail]

Download: New_York-2023-J00024-Introduced.html

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Senate Resolution No. 24

BY: Senator PALUMBO

        HONORING Pindar 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
Pindar 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,  Pindar  Vineyards  was  awarded  for  its  2017 Cuvee Rare
Methode Champenoise Pinot Meunier, 2019  Cabernet  Franc,  2019  Reserve
Barrel  Select  Merlot,  2019 Syrah, 2020 Dr. Dan's Signature Collection
White Blend, 2020 Gamay, 2021 Riesling, 2021 Rose,  and  2021  Sauvignon
Blanc; and

  WHEREAS,  Founder of Pindar Vineyards, Dr. Herodotus "Dan" Damianos,
helped create the winemaking industry on Long Island in the early 1980s;
his dream, over 41 years, turned Pindar  Vineyards  into  Long  Island's
best known wine producer; and

  WHEREAS,  Pindar  Vineyards  encompasses more than 500 scenic acres;
they grow 17 varieties of grapes, crafting them into  23  varietals  and
proprietary  blends,  producing  an incredible 70,000 cases of wine in a
year, making them the largest vineyard on Long Island; 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 Pindar 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 Pindar 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 Pindar Vineyards.