Fox Run occupies a 55-acre estate on the western slope of Seneca Lake, combining a winery with a market garden and a cooking school that puts it in a category distinct from most Finger Lakes tasting rooms. The winery produces a broad range, from crisp Riesling and Lemberger to Meritage-style blends, with an emphasis on approachability. This is not a place for austere, age-worthy bottles; it is a place where wine is treated as part of a meal.

The tasting room opens onto a terrace overlooking the vineyard and lake. Seasonal food-and-wine pairings draw on produce from the estate garden, and cooking classes run through the warmer months. Fox Run’s annual garlic festival, held each August, has become a local institution. The atmosphere is more casual and farm-focused than many of its neighbors, making it a strong choice for visitors who want to eat well alongside their tasting.