The main vineyard for Shaw is located on the southwestern shore of Seneca Lake (behind the tasting room), sloping downward gently from the road toward the lake shore. The good drainage and southern exposure produce ripe grapes used in the majority of Shaw wines.

Planted: 1999-2001
Total Acres: 22
Types of Soil: Clay, Silt, Shale
Composition:
10 acres of Catawba (for industry sale)
12 acres of Vinifera, including—

Riesling
Sauvignon Blanc
Gewürztraminer
Pinot Grigio (under exclusive estate contract)

Pinot Noir
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot