ProducerNew York State
Bedell Cellars
ベデル・セラーズ
Long Island Merlot icon served at Obama's inaugural luncheon
About Bedell Cellars
- Wines listed
- 4
- White 1, Red 3
- Main grapes
- Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay
One of Long Island's founding wineries, producing benchmark Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the maritime-influenced North Fork of Long Island.
Who Is This For?
Ideal for wine lovers seeking elegant, cool-climate American Merlot and food-friendly reds beyond the West Coast.
Wines of Bedell Cellars
Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of winery is Bedell Cellars?
- Bedell Cellars is one of the founding wineries of Long Island's North Fork in New York, established in 1980. It is known for sustainable farming, artisanal winemaking, and wine labels designed by contemporary artists.
- What is Bedell Cellars' signature wine?
- Merlot is the estate's flagship, led by the Reserve Merlot. The 2009 vintage of Bedell Merlot was famously served at President Obama's inaugural luncheon, cementing its status as a Long Island benchmark.
- What food pairs well with Bedell Cellars wines?
- Thanks to the maritime climate, the wines show fresh acidity and supple tannins that pair beautifully with roast poultry, duck, grilled fish, and mushroom dishes, as well as local Long Island seafood.
- Does Bedell Cellars practice sustainable farming?
- Yes. Bedell Cellars farms its North Fork vineyards sustainably, focusing on vineyard health and minimal-intervention winemaking to express the region's maritime terroir.