{"id":9819,"date":"2014-07-05T10:52:49","date_gmt":"2014-07-05T14:52:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/?p=9819"},"modified":"2014-07-08T22:26:33","modified_gmt":"2014-07-09T02:26:33","slug":"erie-pas-little-purple-secret","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/erie-pas-little-purple-secret\/","title":{"rendered":"Erie, PA\u2019s little purple secret"},"content":{"rendered":"

Grapevines don\u2019t want you to discover this secret about Erie, PA<\/h3>\n

For sixty miles or so, along the southeastern shores of Lake Erie, you\u2019ll notice the air smells a little different. Not the typical fresh lake air that you get driving along the coast of the Great Lakes. No\u2026.once you are around Erie, Pennsylvania the air takes on a fragrant, grapey, soda-popish aroma that comes from the Concord grape. Welcome to the Lake Erie Concord Grape Belt \u2013 with 30-40,000 acres of vineyards in the region, this is the largest Concord grape region in the world. Better yet, in this one stretch along I-90, there are twenty-four wineries specializing in not only Concord, but numerous other varietals as well. This has all the makings of a great getaway weekend.<\/p>\n

Let the sampling begin<\/strong><\/h1>\n

I had my sights on three locations I\u2019d never tried before. First stop was Mazza Chatauqua Cellars<\/a>, which also happens to be home of Five & 20 Spirits.\u00a0 They recently moved to this new location in Westfield, NY, just over the border from Pennsylvania and only 25 minutes from my hotel in Erie (see below). They needed the additional space as they intend to not only produce wine, but they\u2019ve started a distilling operation for their eau de vies and grappas. 2014 will also see their introduction of unaged whiskeys, liqueurs and small-batch distilled specialty products.<\/p>\n

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They are known for their \u201cPear in the Bottle\u201d pear eau de vie.\u00a0 I dare you to figure out how they get that whole pear in the bottle.\u00a0 I was amazed. \"Erie-9436\"<\/a> Mazza also has a vineyard in North East, Pennsylvania.\u00a0 Their wines are available in numerous outlets in Erie.\u00a0 I especially liked their Concord and Niagara table wines as well as their Bare Bones White. Mazza Chatauqua Cellars; 8398 West Route 20; Westfield, NY 14787; 716.793.9463<\/strong> Second stop was another relatively new location \u2013 the Lake Erie Grape Discovery Center<\/a>, also in Westfield, New York. Not a winery per se, but rather part museum, part educational center, part tasting bar and lots of retail items to choose from. \u00a0The discovery center is the official Visitors Center for the Lake Erie Concord Grape Belt.<\/p>\n

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The exhibit area takes you back through 150 years of grape production in this region. Interactive displays let you try your hand using old-school grape harvesting tools and techniques. This location was formerly a car dealership and was purchased back in 2008.\u00a0 Doors opened in September 2013 as the newest good-will ambassador for the grape. A large sign outside will point you to the two dozen wineries located within a 24-mile radius. The Lake Erie Grape Discovery Center; 8305 West Main Road; Westfield, NY 14787; 716.326.2003 \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> Third stop was the Arrowhead Wine Cellars<\/a> in North East, Pennsylvania. (Don\u2019t let that city name throw you \u2013 North East is actually almost as far northwest as you can get in Pennsylvania. Whatever????) \"Erie-9473\"<\/a> \"Erie-9477\"<\/a> If you like semi-sweet wines, be sure to try my two favorites:\u00a0 Diamond and 4 Winds \u2013 a white and a rose. They offer an extensive list of 100% fruit wines as well, eight flavors in all; but be sure to try the Peach. Arrowhead produces not only some great wines, but they also feature what have to be the best grape juices on the planet. Pick from four: Concord Grape Juice, Diamond Grape Juice, Steuben Grape Juice or Cherry Juice. Actually, instead of trying to choose, pick all four.\u00a0 Your family will love them. \"Erie-9489\"<\/a> Owners Nick and Kathy Mobilia first started producing grape juice back in 1980. As the business grew and since they already had a great vineyard producing wonderful grapes, the opted to start the winery in 1998.\u00a0 Since then it\u2019s been one award after another and one innovation after another. They now also have one of the biggest wine-themed gift shops around, as well as a fruit market in the summer months. This is on place you definitely won\u2019t want to miss. \"Erie-9475\"<\/a> Arrowhead Wine Cellars; 12073 East Main Road; North East, PA\u00a0 16428; 814.725.5509<\/strong><\/p>\n

You gotta sleep<\/strong><\/h1>\n

On my latest trip, I set up my base of operations at Lakeview on the Lake<\/a>, a great spot right on the southern shore of Lake Erie.\u00a0 You\u2019ll have your choice of accommodations from historic motel rooms, to guest cottages to a brand new three-bedroom lake house.\u00a0 Or, for something special, rent an Airstream trailer and \u201ccamp\u201d for the weekend.\u00a0 The property overlooks the lake and there\u2019s a 972-step staircase down to the water\u2019s edge. (Well, maybe that\u2019s an exaggeration.) \"Erie-9124\"<\/a> A little known fact is that Erie was voted years ago as being the 2nd<\/sup> best location in the world for consistently seeing beautiful sunsets.\u00a0 The night I was there, I wouldn\u2019t disagree.\u00a0 While it was mostly cloudy, the clouds parted just enough for a quick light show. Being like a good Boy Scout, I was ready for it.<\/p>\n

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Each of the units is fully equipped with cable TV, Wi-Fi, in-room coffee pots, microwave and mini-refrigerators. Despite all the different accommodations on this eight-acre property, you don\u2019t feel cramped at all. There\u2019s plenty of parking, your hosts are quite personable, and it\u2019s just a great alternative to the chain facilities that you\u2019ll find in the city.<\/p>\n

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From Lakeview on the Lake, it\u2019s just a few minutes into Erie and you\u2019re within quick striking distance for all of your winery sorties.<\/p>\n

For more information on all the great sights in the Erie region, visit<\/strong> \u00a0http:\/\/www.VisitErie.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Watch the blog for more about Erie.\u00a0 Going to be sharing some great places to eat and some non-alcoholic ways to spend a great day in Erie in the near future.\u00a0 Sign up for the new newsletter<\/a> coming out soon to make sure you don\u2019t miss anything.<\/p>\n[easyazon_block add_to_cart=”default” align=”left” asin=”1563054345″ cloaking=”default” layout=”top” localization=”default” locale=”US” nofollow=”default” new_window=”default” tag=”thetra03-20″][easyazon_block add_to_cart=”default” align=”left” asin=”1845336895″ cloaking=”default” layout=”top” localization=”default” locale=”US” nofollow=”default” new_window=”default” tag=”thetra03-20″][easyazon_block add_to_cart=”default” align=”left” asin=”0544005031″ cloaking=”default” layout=”top” localization=”default” locale=”US” nofollow=”default” new_window=”default” tag=”thetra03-20″]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Grapevines don\u2019t want you to discover this secret about Erie, PA For sixty miles or so, along the southeastern shores of Lake Erie, you\u2019ll notice the air smells a little different. Not the typical fresh lake air that you get driving along the coast of the Great Lakes. No\u2026.once you are around Erie, Pennsylvania the air takes on a fragrant, grapey, soda-popish aroma that comes from the Concord grape. Welcome to the Lake Erie Concord Grape Belt \u2013 with 30-40,000 acres of vineyards in the region, this is the largest Concord grape region in the world. 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