Osprey's Dominion Vineyards

Osprey’s Dominion Vineyards is an active, family-friendly winery set in a beautiful, natural environment.

Founded in 1983 and now farming roughly 90 acres on Main Road in Peconic, Osprey's Dominion is one of the larger family-friendly tasting rooms on the North Fork — and one of the longest-tenured. Veteran winemaker Adam Suprenant (who also runs Coffee Pot Cellars) crafts more than 20 different wines under the Osprey's label, spanning estate Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Riesling, a long-running Flight sparkling, and a rotating cast of dessert and fortified bottlings. The portfolio is intentionally broad so groups with mixed preferences can land somewhere happy, and the spacious lawn — with picnic grounds, an all-weather pool table, and seasonal lawn games — is built for that. Bring a group of six or more and you'll appreciate how few East End wineries are still designed for actual hangouts; reservations are required for parties over six.

Award-winning wines

Osprey's is my recommendation for groups that include non-wine-drinkers. Suprenant's reserve Merlot is genuinely serious, the lawn fits a crowd without feeling crammed, and the price-per-pour is among the friendliest on the trail.

Scale and winemaking

Osprey's Dominion farms roughly 90 acres on Main Road in Peconic. Winemaker Adam Suprenant, who also runs Coffee Pot Cellars, produces more than 20 wines under the Osprey's label, including estate Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Riesling, a long-running Flight sparkling wine, and rotating dessert and fortified bottlings.

Grounds and groups

The tasting room grounds include picnic areas, an all-weather pool table, and seasonal lawn games, built for larger groups rather than an intimate one-on-one pour. Reservations are required for parties over six.

Getting there

The winery is on Main Road (Route 25) in Peconic. Contact the tasting room directly for current hours and tasting-fee details, since the winery's site could not be reached at the time of research to verify a current pricing menu.

Origins

Osprey's Dominion traces back to Bud Koehler, a Farmingdale native who left a construction career in 1983 and, with his wife and eleven children, bought a 24-acre plot in Peconic to plant grapes. He initially sold fruit to neighboring wineries before purchasing an additional 16 acres in Mattituck in the late 1980s and, with partner Bill Tyree, 50 more acres at the current Peconic site, where the winery bottled its first vintage in 1991 and converted a restored farmhouse into its tasting room.

The wine list and second label

The current lineup runs from Semi-Dry Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and an unwooded Chardonnay through Rosé, a Blanc de Noir, and reds including Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Malbec, and a Petit Verdot, alongside a Cabernet Franc–Merlot Meritage Flight blend and a spiced dessert wine. A 2012-launched second label, Richmond Creek, complements the Osprey's range with more everyday bottlings such as a Red Blend Table Wine and Merlot. The tasting room permits outside picnic lunches, a policy many neighboring wineries have dropped, and hosts live music on weekends through the season.

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Frequently asked questions

What are Osprey's Dominion Vineyards's tasting room hours?
Osprey's Dominion Vineyards's tasting room hours vary by season — typically Friday through Sunday during the off-season and daily in summer and harvest. Always check the winery's website before driving out, especially mid-week.
Do I need a reservation to taste at Osprey's Dominion Vineyards?
Reservations are strongly recommended at Osprey's Dominion Vineyards on weekends and during harvest season (September–November). Walk-ins are sometimes accepted on weekdays. Booking ahead also locks in your group size for seated tastings.
Where is Osprey's Dominion Vineyards located?
Osprey's Dominion Vineyards is in Peconic, NY, on the North Fork of Long Island. It's an easy stop on most North Fork or Hamptons wine-tasting day trips.
What wines is Osprey's Dominion Vineyards known for?
Osprey's Dominion Vineyards is known for award-winning wines. On the tasting menu, ask about their Award-winning wines.
How do I get to Osprey's Dominion Vineyards from NYC?
From Manhattan, Osprey's Dominion Vineyards is about a 2–2.5 hour drive via the LIE (I-495) to the North Fork, exiting toward Peconic. The LIRR reaches nearby Ronkonkoma and Greenport; from there you'll need a car, taxi, or a booked wine tour to reach the tasting room.
What's the best time of year to visit Osprey's Dominion Vineyards?
Late spring through fall is peak on the North Fork — May and June are quietest with the vines leafing out, July–August is busiest, and September–October harvest brings the best energy in the tasting room. Winter weekends are lower-key with shorter hours; always confirm before making the drive.