Join the movement that’s redefining New York wine! Cab Franc Forward is a bold collective of pioneering New York wineries, each crafting Cabernet Franc with passion, precision, and character. We’re not just making wine; we’re making a statement, drawing attention to New York's Cabernet Franc as a premier red with elegance and complexity.

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Cab Franc Forward has two exciting events on the horizon: join us on June 3 at Neverstill Tasting Salon in Hudson, NY, for an exclusive trade and media tasting where you'll sample over 25 New York Cabernet Francs poured by the winemakers themselves, and stay tuned for a very special all-New York Cabernet Franc wine dinner coming this summer at The Marshal in NYC.

Save the date: NY Cab Franc Grand Tasting 2/2

Interested in hosting a NY Cabernet Franc event at your wine shop, restaurant, bar, or winery? Email us! hello@cabfrancforward.com

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 11-3 PM

Hudson, NY

TRADE AND MEDIA TASTING AT NEVERSTILL

RSVP TRADE ONLY
RSVP TRADE ONLY

SUMMER 2026 | TBD

NY, NY

NY CAB FRANC WINE DINNER AT THE MARSHAL

TICKETS COMING SOON
TICKETS COMING SOON

INSTAGRAM: @cabfrancforward

WHAT. A. DAY. 🍷✨ 600+ wine lovers. 40 New York wineries. Over 250 wines. One mission: celebrating New York Cabernet Franc. The energy at yesterday’s Grand Tasting was electric. Winemakers pouring their passion, guests discovering why this i
New York Cab Franc is adaptable, limitless, and delicious. Couldn’t have said it better, @fjordvineyards 🙌 #NYCabFranc #NYWines
🍷♻️ CAB FRANC FORWARD x CORK COLLECTIVE Thrilled to partner with @corkcollective at our NY Cab Franc Grand Tasting on 2/3. Bring your wine corks to the event and give them new life. Cork Collective transforms used corks into safe, susta
Confirmed for the Grand Tasting 2/3 in NYC: @neverstillwines 🍷 “New York Cabernet Franc is the perfect grape from the perfect place at the perfect time. With a changing consumer palate trending towards lighter, fresher wines, the NY Cab Franc
@vinepair just released their 30 Best Red Wines for 2026, and FOUR New York Cab Francs made the cut 🍷🏆 @drfrankwine @fjordvineyards @wolfferwine @forgecellars are proving what we’ve known all along: New York Cabernet Franc stands with the wo
Confirmed for the Grand Tasting 2/3 in NYC: @forgecellars 🍷 “New York Cabernet Franc covers the range of emotions and interest. From fruity and light examples that make you smile and perhaps even giggle, to exotic, richer flavors that invite
Exactly what @vanessalenoreprice said 📢 “People should pay attention to New York Cabernet Franc because it’s one of the most expressive, terroir-driven red wines made in the U.S. today. It is quickly emerging as New York’s signatu
Your favorite winemakers and winery teams. 40+ wineries. One epic day/night. Come taste, sip, and learn from the teams behind New York’s best Cabernet Franc at our Grand Tasting on February 3rd at @princegeorgeballroom Link in bio for ticket
Confirmed for the NY Cab Franc Grand Tasting 2/3 in NYC: @redhookwinery 🍷 “The farmers with whom I am acquainted, who grow this varietal, have proven — even amidst much meteorological variation (vintage to vintage) — that Cabernet
Confirmed for the Grand Tasting next month (2/3 in NYC): @boundarybreaks 🍷 Link in bio to register/purchase tickets! #NYCevent #winetasting #NYCabFranc

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