Foodstuffs: North Fork Eats, Wine, Honey and More

The North Fork Is for Foodies

The 17th Annual North Fork Foodie Tour, sponsored by North Fork Reform Synagogue, will take place on Sunday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Over the last 17 years the annual Foodie Tour has become a “go to” fall event, attracting foodies from the North Fork and beyond. It has become a highlight of the pleasures and educational opportunities represented within the unique environment on the North Fork.

Guests are invited to chart their own course for a day, exploring the bounty of the North Fork with behind-the-scenes tours of 19 locations where they will meet people who have dedicated their lives to the art of great local food and libation. Learn about artisanal foods, wines, beers, spirits, and new methods of sustainable agriculture. New participants this include : Lavender by the Bay, Calverton; Red Barn Farm (alpacas), Baiting Hollow; 1760 Homestead Farm, Riverhead; North Fork Chocolate Company, Riverhead; Matchbook Distilling Company, Greenport.

Enjoy talks and demonstrations by some of the North Fork’s finest at Peconic Land Trust’s Ag Center at Charnews Farm in Southold, including: Deb Kimmelman, Suffolk Alliance for Pollinators; Harrison Tobi, Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Peconic Bay Scallop Program; Erin Latham Stanton, Latham Farms, Orient; April Alexander, Blooming Curiosity, a herbal educator, beekeeper, gardener and consultant; Allison Katz, Ali Katz Kitchen who offers recipes for making seasonal salads with local ingredients.

Tickets are $30 for adults, and free for children under 12. Tickets, details and participating locations are available at northforkfoodietour.com or 917-903-4228. To purchase tickets by mail, send checks payable to North Fork Reform Synagogue, P.O. Box 1625, Southold, NY 11971. On the day of the event, tickets can be purchased at any participating Foodie Tour location.

Honey Harvest Fun

Corey Creek Tap Room in Southold is hosting a Honey Harvest Party with Promise Land Apiaries (promiselandapiaries.com) on Sunday, September 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests will learn about the fascinating lives of honeybees from expert beekeeper Chris Kelly of Promise Land Apiaries. Kelly will be bottling fresh, day-of-harvest honey from Corey Creek Vineyard and guests will have the opportunity to help with the process and will receive a jar of honey to take home. The cost of the event is $65 and includes a glass of wine and cheese pairing. Tickets can be purchased at coreycreektaproom.com/events. Corey Creek Tap Room is at 45470 Main Road, Southold.

New Releases From Bedell Cellars

Bedell Cellars has released its 2019 Musée and 2022 Sauvignon Blanc, both of which can now be purchased at the winery.

As one of the North Fork’s most age-worthy red wines, the 2019 Musée is Bedell Cellar’s ultimate expression of North Fork terroir. The wine is powerful, with a show-stopping core of dark, ripe fruit and a complex array of flavors that textural nuances.

“The 2019 vintage on the North Fork was one of the finest of the last decade and allowed me to make this beautiful red blend — the first one since the vintage of 2015,” said winemaker Richard Olsen-Harbich. “It’s probably the wine I love to make the most as it captures the true potential of our terroir. I consider this wine to be the pinnacle of quality and prestige in the region and it will age gracefully for decades to come. One of the most collectible and rare wines produced on the East Coast of the United States.”

Fermented with wild yeasts and aged for 14 months is 25 percent new French oak cooperage, the 2019 vintage shows ripeness levels rivaling that of their legendary vintage of 2010. On the palate, the wine showcases impeccable balance and finesse with ripe black fruits dominate, luscious flavors of blackberries, black cherries and beach plums. The silky tannins are beautifully integrated, lending structure without overpowering the palate and a touch of dark chocolate and roasted coffee beans add a delightful richness and complexity.

The Musée 2019 is 48 percent Petit Verdot, 25 percent Merlot, 19 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 8 percent Merlot. The bottle costs $75 and can be purchased at the winery or at bedellcellars.com

Bedell’s 2022 Sauvignon Blanc displays a brilliant pale straw-yellow color, reminiscent of the sunlight filtering through the glass and its luminosity and clarity are a testament to its freshness. The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc embodies the quintessential characteristics of the North Fork, boasting a refreshing acidity, low in alcohol, and a distant minerality, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a sophisticated and harmonious white wine.

“Our 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is the best example of this variety I’ve ever produced in my 40-plus years of making wine on Long Island,” said Olsen-Harbich. “An example of the great potential of this variety on the North Fork.”

On the nose, the Sauvignon Blanc exudes vibrant aromas. The first inhalation reveals intense notes of citrus, grapefruit, passion fruit and lemon. Alongside the citrus, there is a nuanced saline minerality that adds depth, imparting a subtle earthiness and contributing to the overall structure.

The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is 100 percent Sauvignon Blanc. The bottle costs $20 and can be purchased at the winery.

Bedell Cellars is at 36225 Main Road in Cutchogue. Visit bedellcellars.com or call 631-734-7537 for details.

U.S. Open at Claudio’s

Claudio’s Waterfront in Greenport is streaming the U.S. Open now through Sunday, September 10. Guests may sit at the bar alongside fellow tennis enthusiasts and sip on the special Honey Deuce cocktail featuring Grey Goose vodka. Live music will be featured Saturday and Sunday from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. and the back deck will be set up with group games featuring a ping pong table and more.

Next door, Crabby Jerry’s is serving Breakfast by the Bay every weekend from 8 to 11 a.m. featuring a mimosa carafe for $25 with $1 refills. A selection of menu items include the SOFO omelet, kielbasa platter, fig and goat grilled cheese, lobster quesadilla, egg sandwich and avocado toast.

Claudio’s Waterfront and Crabby Jerry’s are both at 111 Main Street in Greenport. Call 631-477-0627 or visit claudios.com/crabby-jerrys for details.