Norfolk winery keeps creative spirit

Supporting local food businesses is possible, even in the depths of winter at Bregg’s Winery on Main Street in Norfolk on the Raquette River.

In 1926, Martin Bregg’s Hungarian grandfather opened a bar that was passed to Martin’s father, and eventually shuttered after 60+ years in operation.

After wrapping up his first career in education, Martin dreamed up a new plan renovating the building and opening Bregg Winery in 2016.

His creative flair can be seen in the intricate decoration of the space as well as his flavor combinations such as apple wine with Thai pepper.

He’s a diehard for using locally grown inputs including managing his own gooseberries, rhubarb, pears, aronia berry and raspberries along with supporting multiple area producers like Canton Apples by purchasing apples, blueberries, garlic and more. Cornell Cooperative Extension photo.