'Bounty of the Hudson' prepping for its 21st edition

Driving through the various wine regions of New York State is a wonderful way to pass the time, from seeing the vast grape fields of the western flat lands to the waterside vineyards of Long Island's North Fork.

My favorite, however, is the Hudson Valley region, which offers both the soaring palisades and mountains and the majestic Hudson River.

A great way to drink in the region's scenic views and its products is the annual "Bounty of the Hudson" celebration by member wineries of the Shawangunk Wine Trail. This year, the 21st annual rain-or-shine event is scheduled for the weekend of July 30-31 at the Applewood Winery in Orange County. It will offer tasting of wines of the Hudson Valley, fresh local produce, cheeses, baked goods and foods from local restaurants, as well as live music.

"Bounty of the Hudson" tickets, available online, include a souvenir Shawangunk Wine Trail wine glass, sampling at each of the attending wineries, and an afternoon of live music. It will run from noon to 5 p.m. each day. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door: $38 for tasters, tax included. Each ticket is valid for one day of the event. Only people age 21 and over will be admitted. A general admission ticket designed primarily for designated drivers will be available at the gate for $10, tax included. Attendees with a general admission wristband will not be served alcohol. No pets will be allowed on the grounds.

Applewood Winery is located at 82 4 Corners Road in Warwick. Phone (845) 988-9292.

The 15 members of the Shawangunk Wine Trail, listed alphabetically:

Adair Vineyards 

Applewood Winery 

Baldwin Vineyards 

Benmarl Winery 

Brimstone Hill Vineyard 

Brotherhood, America’s Oldest Winery 

Brunel & Rafael Winery 

Clearview Vineyard 

Demarest Hill Winery & Distillery 

Glorie Farm Winery 

Palaia Vineyards & Winery 

Robibero Winery 

Stoutridge Vineyard 

Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery 

Whitecliff Vineyard