Lakeland Winery

Lakeland Winery is an urban winery in Syracuse, which means the wine is made in the city rather than out among the vineyards. The idea, as the winery tells it, is to be closer to customers and to make wine more accessible and less overwhelming.

The winery sources grapes, fruits and berries from multiple vineyards, then ferments, bottles and sells the wine at its Syracuse facility. Founder Andrew Watkins set out to create a homey place to sit back and sip wine with friends and family, and the winery hosts events too. Wines can also be bought online.

What to Know

• An urban winery makes its wine inside the city of Syracuse.
• Grapes, fruits and berries come from multiple vineyards.
• Andrew Watkins founded the winery with a homey, relaxed atmosphere in mind.
• Events are held at the winery, and the wines can also be bought online.
• The winery is featured by Visit Syracuse, the Onondaga County visitors bureau.