Merritt Winery

06/19/2024

Did you know today is National Martini Day? 🍸🎉 Celebrate at home and make yourself a martini with these recipes! Whether you like it shaken or stirred, it’s time to raise a glass and enjoy!

XTC Tini
✨1 Part Vodka of your choice
✨2 Parts XTC Wine

5 O'clock Tini
✨1 Part Whipped Cream Vodka
✨2 Parts 5 O'clock Wine

Pour it, Shake It, or Stir It

06/18/2024

It's a hot one this week🔥 There is no better way to cool off than with a refreshing wine slush!

We are on the move this weekend! Kicking things off at Music on the Pier and wrapping up in Lackawanna for the Bite of Lackawanna🎉

06/16/2024

Cheers to all the dads, stepdads, and father figures out there! Happy Father's Day🤍

06/15/2024

Cheers to the weekend🍷 It’s going to be a gorgeous weekend making it the perfect excuse to enjoy a glass on the patio ☀️ Pictured is a glass of our Dry Riesling & Riesling.

Open today from 10am-6pm & Sunday from 12pm-6pm!

06/12/2024

School is (almost) out for the summer 🍎☀️

Our annual teacher appreciation day is back Friday, June 28th, to celebrate all of the hard-working teachers on another successful school year!

Join us and our friends at Liberty Vineyards & Winery, Willow Creek Winery / New York, and Woodbury Winery & Vineyards for a relaxing afternoon of wine tasting, paired with a delicious snack.

06/10/2024

06/10/2024

THANK YOU to all of our wonderful attendees for another amazing Strawberry Festival!🍓What a great weekend thanks to our fabulous vendors, bands, and of course our staff!

A huge thank you to our sponsor, Tallchief Territory, Home of the Native Pride Travel Plaza in Irving, NY. We appreciate your support!

06/08/2024

The sun is out and Strawberry Festival is in full swing☀️🍓 we’ve got a full day of live music, delicious food, cold drinks, craft vendors & more so come on down!

Thank you to our sponsor Native Pride Travel Plaza

06/08/2024

What a night! A huge thank you to Ten Cent Howl & Uncle Ben's Remedy for an amazing Friday night to kick off strawberry festival! Y’all rock🤘

Shoutout to our sponsor Native Pride Travel Plaza

06/07/2024

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL IS HERE!
Here are a few reminders for tonight's concert with Uncle Ben's Remedy & Ten Cent Howl:

🍓Doors Open at 5 PM
🍓Concert is from 7PM-10PM
🍓No vendors or children's activities this evening (all regular activities begin tomorrow)
🍓Our full food & beverage menu will be available
🍓The tasting room will be open for all regular activities
🍓Admission & parking is free
🍓All ages are welcome to attend
🍓Bring your lawn chair as we will have limited seating available
🍓The event goes on rain or shine

**We ask that attendees refrain from bringing in any outdoor food or beverage**

06/06/2024

Reminder: Saturday & Sunday we are hosting the Food Drive to support FeedMore WNY and their mission to help those in need in our community. Don't forget to bring canned goods and non-perishable items to donate.

Throughout the weekend please stop by their booth, meet some wonderful volunteers, and learn more about the organization!

06/06/2024

Exciting News! The Slush Bus is at the Dunkirk Pier tonight!

The Slush Bus is back for another season of Music on the Pier in Dunkirk, NY!

Catch us (almost) every Thursday starting this week until the end of August for the summer concert series 🎶☀

06/05/2024

Looking for Wine Vendors

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Call: 240.893.9564

06/05/2024

🚨Countdown Alert: TWO DAYS AWAY🚨

The 42nd annual Strawberry Festival is almost here & you don't want to miss out on all the fun featuring:
🍓Live Music
🍓Delicious Food
🍓Wine & Beer
🍓Strawberry Desserts
🍓Kids Activities & more!

Visit our website for more details
https://bit.ly/Strawberryfest24

06/03/2024

Look at this delicious menu for the Strawberry Festival! Indulge in all your summer favorites including burgers, hot dogs, chicken wraps, and more! And let's not forget the strawberry desserts, featuring chocolate-covered strawberries & shortcake🍓🍰

The full menu will be available Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

06/01/2024

Check out the music lineup for NEXT WEEKEND! On Friday Uncle Ben's Remedy & Ten Cent Howl kick off the weekend but the fun keeps on rolling with more live music featuring our friends
🎸Tacoma Meltdown
🎸Black Widow Band
🎸UnCovered
🎸Red Rain
🎸Party McFly

Less than one week to go!

A special thank you to our 2024 sponsor Tallchief Territory, Native Pride Travel Plaza!

05/31/2024

The Slush Bus is on the move!

☀Hello June☀

It's time for warm weather and a refreshing ice-cold wine slush🍷 Check out the busy month ahead, and find us at an event near you!

05/31/2024

ONE WEEK AWAY!🎉

Our friends Uncle Ben's Remedy and special guest Ten Cent Howl kick off the festivities on Friday night from 7pm-10pm🎶

Doors open at 5pm, and admission is FREE! Get ready to enjoy great music, delicious food, and a refreshing beverage🍔🍻

The party goes on rain or shine!

05/30/2024

Don't forget about our food drive to support this year's charitable organization, FeedMore WNY! Both non-perishable items and monetary donations will be accepted on Saturday & Sunday, and we need your help to make this initiative a success!

Let's come together to make a difference in our community!

Hint: Screenshot this post, save it to your camera roll, & reference the most needed items list next time you go grocery shopping!

05/28/2024

We're officially 10 days away from the Strawberry Festival 2024! 🍓 Let the countdown begin! 🎉Get ready for a weekend packed with excitement and fun for the whole family featuring:

🍓Live Music
🍓Delicious Food
🍓Craft & Artisan Vendors
🍓Strawberry Desserts
🍓Wine & Beer
🍓Classic Car Cruise-In
🍓Bounce House
🍓Face Painter
🍓Balloon Artist & more!

A special thank you to our sponsor Native Pride Travel Plaza!

05/27/2024

Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Remembering their courage, honor, and bravery, today and every day.

All veterans and military personnel will receive a free tasting and 10% off their purchase in the tasting room. Stop in from 10am-6pm today.

05/25/2024

Raise a glass because today is World Wine Day🍷 There is no better way to celebrate than with a sip of your favorite Merritt Wines! Cheers🥂

05/24/2024

Spring is finally here, and you know what that means – it's patio season! ☀️ Swing by and bask in the sunshine while savoring a glass of wine paired perfectly with one of our yummy charcuterie boards. See you out on the patio😉

05/22/2024

Calling all car enthusiasts! 🚗 Our annual Strawberry Festival features a classic car cruise-in, and we want YOU to join us! All drivers will receive a $5 voucher redeemable on food and beverages throughout the weekend. Come on out and show off your hot rod in style!

05/21/2024

Get ready to rock out with us all weekend long! 🤘🎸 Check out this amazing lineup for Strawberry Fest 2024! Only 17 days to go—let the countdown begin! 🎉

05/17/2024

The Slush Bus is on the move! Cheers to the weekend!

Slush Bus season is here and we are ready for another busy summer☀️🎉We are kicking off our 8th season with a fun weekend at the Chautauqua County Fairgrounds. Here's what's happening:

📅Friday May 17-Saturday May 18
🛻 Overdrive Monster Trucks Show

📅Sunday May 19
🕰 Junque and Disorderly Toys & Collectable Market

05/16/2024

Memorial Day Weekend is right around the corner and this year we want to not only take the time to honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice but also those who have served and those who are currently serving 🇺🇸

All veterans & active military personnel will receive a free tasting & 10% off their purchase, when visiting the winery on Saturday, May 25th-Monday, May 27th.

05/15/2024

We are so excited to announce that our charitable organization for Strawberry Festival 2024 is FeedMore WNY!

Each year we choose a local charity to collect donations on their behalf, in place of charging admission or parking fees. Donations are not mandatory, but any amount helps.

We chose FeedMore WNY whose mission is to offer dignity, hope and a brighter future by providing nutritious food, friendship and skills training to our Western New York neighbors in need. To help their mission we are hosting a food drive and we need YOU!

Non-perishable items will be accepted on Saturday & Sunday, or you can make a monetary donation or both! The list below includes some of their most needed items.

Thank you for your support!

05/12/2024

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there! 🌸 Visit us today at the winery from 12pm-6pm to raise a glass and celebrate the special women in our lives – whether you're a mom, sister, friend, or someone who's been like a mom to others. Cheers to you all! 💜🤍