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A lot of people fall in love with the idea of becoming a winemaker…

and a honeymoon is probably one of the most typical moments to have such fantasies! 

Our journey to Billsboro Winery began in 1992 when we met as Peace Corps volunteers in Tunisia. We got married when we returned stateside and honeymooned in wine country. We knew we weren’t cut out for the suit-and-tie city life, but as we walked the vineyards, we knew what we wanted to do.  Vinny left his job to become a winemaker’s apprentice on Long Island and began to learn the art of making wine.

The opportunity to purchase and operate Billsboro Winery arose in 2007.  Since then, we have been living our dream, and we extend special thanks to the many people in the area who have helped us along the way.

Join us to taste refreshing, artfully crafted wines, relax on our deck, and enjoy the view. We promise you a memorable experience.

Cheers!
Kim, Vinny, and the Billsboro team

Our team

Vinny Aliperti

Owner and Winemaker

Kim Aliperti

Owner and GENERAL Manager

Catherine Wyszkowski

tasting room & Wine Club Manager

Keith Whitten

Wine Education and Events Manager

Sarah Taylor

MARKETING MANAGER

Cary Becraft

Chocolatier - CARYMO CHOCOLATE

Our grower partners

Billsboro is eternally grateful to our grower partners for their steadfast dedication to producing ultra-premium wine grapes. Their west-facing vineyards are located just miles apart from each other in the heart of the so-called ‘banana belt’ microclimate along the southeast slope of Seneca Lake, an area that consistently records the most growing degree days in the Finger Lakes region. The steep-sided topography of these sites and proximity to the deep waters of Seneca Lake are ideal for growing high-quality classic European varieties.

Sawmill Creek Vineyards

Hector, NY

Elevation – 450 – 775 feet
Aspect – West
Soil Type – Lansing over glacial till
Slope – 8 -15%

Leidenfrost Vineyards

Hector, NY

Elevation – 700 – 750 feet
Aspect – West
Soil Type – Valois over glacial till
Slope – 8 -15%

Anthony Road Wine Company

Penn Yan, NY

Elevation – 700 – 750 feet
Aspect – East
Soil Type – Honeoye over glacial till
Slope – 3% – 8%
 

Environmental Sustainability

Here at Billsboro, we try our best to minimize our impact on the environment. From buying sustainably farmed grapes to sourcing our electricity from a local solar farm to using compostable products at our events, we are conscious of our choices.

 We are proud to work with growers and vineyards that adhere to sustainable viticultural practices, many of whom where certified by the first New York Sustainable Winegrowing initiative in the spring of 2023. 

What people are saying

Being a Rotondo Club member at Billsboro, I bring all my out-of-town guests for tasting. This time it was my brother who informed me he "wasn't much of a wine drinker" (not sure how we're even related!!!!) The servers were fabulous. They explained wine to him and made recommendations of good "introductory wines." We also did a chocolate tasting - simply delicious!!!! As always, a wonderful time. Thank you all for making a first time visit special. See you again soon!
Kristina Rogers
Great experience. We arrived upon opening and service was fantastic. Very knowledgeable staff. Unique barn tasting area with patio. Prices were better than many other wineries in the area. Not a large selection of wine but good quality. Grapes are grown locally by other vineyards.
Kent Royer
Nestled in the woods, Billsboro Winery has a classic barn-style presentation with stone interior walls and a maroon barn style exterior. They excel in service with restaurant type seating on the inside and outside on their covered deck. They offer a choice of dry and sweet wines, and uniquely offer a curated flight with chocolate parings. Although I was not interested, I can see where this would be a hit with many others. Billsboro’s classic look and well seated areas for enjoyment are a great draw for wine enthusiasts.
Paul Vanasse
Had a great wine tasting here! Lovely wine and very thorough history for our crew who wanted the full wine taste experience. Thanks to Keith who did an excellent job and the staff!!
Mykele Goodman
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4760 West Lake Road (Rte 14)
Geneva, New York 14456 | 315.789.9538

4760 West Lake Road (Rte 14)
Geneva, New York 14456
315.789.9538

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Vinny Aliperti

Owner and winemaker Vinny Aliperti got hooked on winemaking as a teenager in his grandfather’s cellar in Queens, NY, where he was first introduced to his family’s annual tradition. Vinny’s winemaking style is often described as energetic and fruit-driven, focusing on creating textural, contemplative wines. His dynamic approach has earned him praise both locally and nationally, including several write-ups in ‘Decanter’, ‘VinePair’, ‘Wine Spectator’, the ‘Washington Post’, ‘Wine and Spirits’, ‘Wine Enthusiast’, and the ‘New York Cork Report’.

Kim Aliperti

Kim is the creative force behind Billsboro Winery, curating a classic yet comfortable vibe for the tasting room. If she’s not behind the wine bar, she’s out making a difference in the community as a volunteer with many civic organizations, including the Finger Lakes Wine Alliance and The New York Wine Industry Association.

A long-time wine enthusiast, Kim was the impetus in moving forward to purchase Billsboro Winery in 2007. She is a former Peace Corps volunteer and high school English teacher. Kim puts her classroom and boardroom skills to work in juggling all the elements involved in running one of the Finger Lakes best destination’s for wine tastings.

Catherine Wyszkowski

Tasting Room and Wine Club Manager, Catherine Wyszkowski (‘Cat’), began working at Billsboro in 2018 and brought with her 17 years of experience in wine and spirits in both the retail and service sectors. That, combined with 30 years in administrative management, makes her an invaluable member of the Billsboro team. Catherine’s warm personality and rapport with wine club members and patience make her the obvious choice to head up our Il Fienile Wine Club.

Keith Whitten

Keith Whitten joins the Billsboro team with a decade of experience in hospitality leadership and wine education in various cities across the country, developing a particular fondness for celebrating unsung wines and introducing both teammates and guests to their joys. He and his wife (and their two cats) moved to the Finger Lakes to participate in the growth and evolution of this (re-) emerging wine region, as well enjoy its natural beauty.

Sarah Taylor

Sarah Taylor, a Geneva native and HWS alum, brings her scientific background and deep-rooted connection with the local community to the Billsboro team. With 6 years of experience in the wine industry, she’s nurtured her passion for marketing, content creation, and social media management. Sarah’s commitment to her craft, combined with her genuine appreciation for the place she calls home, fuels her desire to increase the visibility of and excitement for the Finger Lakes Wine Region.

Cary Becraft

Cary M Becraft moved to the Finger Lakes region from NYC in 2007 and brought her handcrafted chocolate business with her, as well as her passion for wine and hospitality.

She creates unique and seasonal artisanal chocolates to pair with Billsboro wines which you can experience year round in our beautiful tasting room barn.

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