At Treleaven, we are proud to be part of the vibrant winery scene in the Finger Lakes region, just 20 minutes north of Ithaca, New York. Since 1988, our family has been crafting exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of this beautiful area.
Our story begins with our founders, Pete and Tacie Saltonstall, who dreamed of creating a winery inspired by the Burgundian ideal of a small family domaine. They envisioned a hands-on approach, managing every aspect of growing and producing our wines. When they first planted the vineyard, their children rode along in the tractor or watched from a shaded carrier, soaking in the experience.
Now, those same children, Lev and Hattie, have grown up and added their own chapters to the Treleaven story. With a commitment to meticulous farming and winemaking, they have redefined what a winery experience means for our guests. Just as the Saltonstalls cultivated a family atmosphere among barrels and tanks, we strive to make our guests feel not just welcomed, but at home.
Bring your laughter, children, and memories to Treleaven, and let us be the backdrop for your life. Whether you’re enjoying the Hangtime outside with live music, learning about our wines in the traditional tasting room, or savoring a bite and a local craft beer in the Oak Lounge, we invite you to join our family.
A native of King Ferry, NY, Peter Saltonstall grew up in a farming family. Pete’s father was an agriculture professor at Cornell University and after leaving his post, bought four hundred acres of local farmland which was developed to raise beef cattle and a variety of grains for seed purposes. Most of the land was sold after his passing, but a small parcel of land named Treleaven Farm was kept in the family and is now home to the vines that produce the grapes used in Treleaven’s wines.
Pete inherited the family grain farm and after a visit to Napa Valley wine country, he decided the family farm back in upstate NY might be suitable for growing high quality vinifera vines. Given the region’s terroir of soil composition and proximity to the large, deep Cayuga Lake – the two key factors in growing high-quality wine grapes in a cold climate – Pete began studying the winemaking process, traveled to France, and consulted with various industry influencers to hone his skills. The vineyard was planted in 1984, with four grape varieties – Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir and Gewürztraminer.
When he and his wife Tacie decided to convert the family farm into a wine business, they modestly started with “a card table and a cash register.” What started as a 7 ½ acre production, now stands at 27-acres of vines and currently produces nearly 6,000 cases of wine. Like many other wineries in the Finger Lakes region, Treleaven Wines has ridden the wave of growth, and as the oldest winery on the east side of Cayuga Lake, stands as a paragon for future wineries.
In 2013, Lev moved back to the area after spending years working in New York City. Shortly thereafter, Pete and Tacie passed the torch to Lev for running the daily operations of the family business. What started as a vision in Lev's wild imagination transpired into a plan of action for the construction of what is now known as The Hangtime. On April 11, 2016, Treleaven broke ground and by July 2016, The Hangtime hosted its first public event - Kings of Summer. Since then, Treleaven has expanded in just about every aspect, becoming a one stop shop for wine, beer, food, and most importantly, family fun.
Tasting Reservations / General Inquiries
Front of House, tastings@treleavenwines.com
Sales Manager
Jacki Myers, wholesale@treleavenwines.com
premier@treleavenwines.com
Wedding Coordinator & Private Events
Kara VanOrman and Hattie Saltonstall, events@treleavenwines.com
Band and Entertainment Inquiries
Hattie Saltonstall & Kara VanOrman
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