Assembly Resolution No. 135

BY: M. of A. Giglio JA

        HONORING  Paumanok  Vineyards upon the occasion of
        its designation as recipient of the  Winery  of  the
        Year Award by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation
        on March 18, 2021

  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 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 recipient of
the Winery of the Year Award by the New York Wine and  Grape  Foundation
at  its  35th  Annual New York Wine Classic on Thursday, March 18, 2021;
and

  WHEREAS, The  35th  Annual  New  York  Wine  Classic,  a  nationally
recognized  competition  highlighting  the  best  of  New  York's  wine,
recognized Paumanok Vineyards with its Winery of the  year  Award;  this
esteemed  award is presented to the winery with the best overall showing
based on the level and number of awards in relation to entries; 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, Paumanok Vineyards has truly showcased  why
New York State is a premier wine destination; and

  WHEREAS,  In  addition  to  winning  Winery  of  the  Year, Paumanok
Vineyards took home Gold Medals in Best Vinitera Kea Blend for its  2015
Assemblage, Best Traditional Method Sparkling Wine for its 2016 Blanc de
Blancs and Best Sauvignon Blanc for its 2019 Sauvignon Blanc; and

  WHEREAS,  Among  the  oldest  vineyards  on the North Folk, Paumanok
Vineyards was founded in 1983 by  Ursula  and  Charles  Massoud  and  is
located on Main Road in Aquebogue, New York and

  WHEREAS,   Furthermore,   Paumanok  Vineyards'  127-acre  estate  is
currently run by their three sons,  Salim,  Kareem  and  Nabeel;  Nabeel
Massoud  manages the vineyard, Kareem Massoud is the winemaker and Salim
Massoud is the administrative manager; and

  WHEREAS, At Paumanok  Vineyards,  premium  vinifera  grapevines  are
planted,  consisting  of  Chardonnay,  Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin
Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon,  Cabernet  Franc  and  Petit  Verdot;
furthermore, the traditional dense planting of the vineyards at 1,100 to
1,400  vines  per  acre  produces  more concentrated fruit and therefore
higher quality wines; and

  WHEREAS, Over its distinguished 38-year history, Paumanok  Vineyards
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 devoted 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 organization and the community it serves; 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 that it will  continue  to  enjoy
the  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
recipient of the Winery of the Year Award by the New York Wine and Grape
Foundation; and be it further

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