Lake Erie Wines of Distinction

2012 PA Farm Show Awards

Silver
Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc, 2010

Bronze
Riesling, 2009
Bare Bones Red, NV
Cream Sherry, NV
Port, NV
Pinot Grigio, 2010
Bare Bones White, NV

Wine Results

NEW Wine Shop Location!

Mazza Vineyards & South Shore Wine Co. wines are now at our newest wine shop, located inside of Fuhrman’s Cider Mill, Bakery & General Store.
Just South of I-90 on Peach Street in Erie
8270 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509
http://www.fuhrmanscidermill.com/

Bare Bones Rosé Gets High Rating

88 • Mazza Wines NV “Bare Bones Rosé, Lake Erie $9.95. Best Buy.
Pale silvery pink color. Mild aromas of circus peanut and raspberry preserves on brioche with a silky, dryish medium body and a tangy sour cherry and Meyer lemon finish. A refreshing, table friendly rosé with a certain Old World charm. (tasted on Nov-21-2011)

(from tastings.com)

2011 Beverage Testing Institute Medals

Mazza Vineyards 2010 Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc - Gold Medal
Mazza Vineyards Bare Bones White - Bronze Medal
MCC 2010 Riesling - Gold Medal & Best Buy
MCC 2010 Pinot Grigio - Silver Medal & Best Buy
MCC 2010 Reserve Pinot Grigio - Silver Medal & Best Buy
Bull’s Eye “ Blue” Riesling - Silver Medal & Best Buy
Bull’s Eye Riesling - Silver Medal & Best Buy

Award-winning wines from the PA Wine Competition

Gold
2009 Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc
Bronze
Bare Bones White
2009 Pinot Grigio
South Shore Rosé

2011 Pennsylvania Wine Competition

Indy International Wine Competition Awards

Mazza Vineyards 2008 Ice Wine of Vidal Blanc - Double Gold

Mazza Chautauqua Cellars 2009 Pinot Grigio - Bronze
Mazza Chautauqua Cellars Bulls Eye Riesling N/V - Silver
Mazza Chautauqua Cellars 2007 Proprieter’s Reserve - Silver

Mazza Wines in the News

Erie, Crawford County wineries bring home Farm Show honors

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The Ice Wine Cometh

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Video - Wine Fest set to kick off

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Video - Real Truth TV Takes a Tour of Mazza Vineyards

Video - VisitPA - “Wine and Wilderness”

Today’s Q&A: Bob Mazza

Editorial - Middleman doesn’t belong in wine sales

Historic restoration: South Shore winery is third property for Pennsylvania family.

Warm, dry summer could mean great wines from Pa.

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Harvesting for Mazza Vineyards

Winery Tour

Large Groups

Mazza Vineyards honors and appreciates the decision to have a designated driver, limousine or limo bus for visits to the wineries in our area. We ask that groups larger than 10 call in advance to give us a date and approximate time of their visit, so that we may accommodate them appropriately. Large groups should also know that they will be taken through a “guided tasting” at our wineries, and there is a minimal tasting fee. Please have a valid ID on hand, and remember that it is illegal for us to serve anyone who appears intoxicated. Thank you in advance for your respect towards other visitors to the wineries, and for your continued understanding in our attempts to make visits to the winery safe and enjoyable for everyone. 

Proud Sponsor

We are proud to continue our support of Kenda Pro Cycling and Mazza Vineyards Motorsports.

Motorcoaches Welcome

Group tours are always welcome at Mazza Vineyards and the South Shore Wine Company. Enjoy a tour and tasting from our knowledgeable and friendly staff for groups of up to 60 people. Please call (814) 725-8695 to make your reservation (required for group tours). Tasting fees do not apply to individuals in motorcoach tour groups.

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Private Labels

Custom private labels are available for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, class reunions, and other special occasions.
Click here or call for more information.

Downloadable Winelist

Click here for a printable winelist.

Additions to the Mazza Family of Wines

In 2005 the Mazza family expanded into New York with the establishment of a sister operation, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars.  With a seperate and distinct range of wines as well as a distillery and cafe, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars offers a perfect compliment to Mazza Vineyards.  The inability to establish a distillery led to the idea of establishing another facility in neighboring New York state.  When the opportunity came to establish it within walking distance of the Chautauqua Institution’s main gate, the decision was an easy one.

The most recent expansion for the Mazza’s was the re-establishment of the South Shore Wine Company. Established as the first commerical winery in Erie County in 1864, the unique stone cellar offers an experience like no other in the area.  In 2007 the 1200 square foot stone cavern and adjoining 1200 square foot stone cellar were restored and reopened bearing the original South Shore Wine Company name in addition to a new and unique line of wines.

Fresh Juice Available for Home Winemakers

Fresh juice is now available for home winemakers.  While we do not hold or reserve juice, you can call to check on available quantities.  Click here for the 2011 Juice List.

Motorcoaches Welcome

Group tours are always welcome at Mazza Vineyards and South Shore Wine Company. Please call in advance. 

Contact Information

Mazza Vineyards
11815 East Lake Road
North East, PA 16428

814.725.8695 p
814.725.3948 f
800.796.WINE (9463)

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