| The
Bedell Cellars
Tasting Room
was renovated
in 2001, completing
the first
stage of an
extensive
renovation
of its historic
building on
the North
Fork of Long
Island. The
ceiling was
raised to
reveal the
full height
and character
of the original
barn structure
that was built
in 1919. A
split mezzanine
was added,
along with
a fireplace
to warm up
a cold winter's
day. From
the mezzanine,
visitors now
have a sweeping
view of the
vineyards
and can look
into the winery
and state-of-the-art
bottling line.
The high ceilings
and multi-level
space also
make an ideal
showcase for
owner Michael
Lynne's private
art collection,
featuring
the works
of such renowned
artists as
Sam Taylor-Wood,
Cindy Sherman,
Uta Barth
and Sarah
Morris. The
Guest Cottage
at Bedell
Cellars
dates back
to the late
1700's and
has historic
landmark
status.
Its pergola-covered
entrance
path is
lined with
wisteria
and leads
to a lavender
and herb
garden,
all designed
by landscape
architect
Edmund Hollander
of Edmund
Hollander
Design.
During
the warmer
months,
visitors
can taste
the wines
and picnic
in the shaded
lawn adjacent
to the Cottage's
apple orchard
and the
vineyards.
Visitors
can also
enjoy the
views from
a beautiful
outdoor
tented terrace
connected
to the tasting
room.
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