About

Influence Wines is a winery founded in 2009 by Erik P. Bilka, a winemaker with extensive experience on Long Island's North Fork and a passion for Finger Lakes Riesling. The brand began with Seneca County Riesling, leveraging Erik's background in hospitality, oenology, and production at Premium Wine Group in Mattituck, NY. It aims to produce exciting wines suited to the region.

Finger Lakes Riesling
Photos
Influence 2010 Riesling bottle
What They Make
Seneca County Riesling
Riesling from Finger Lakes, first vintage 2009
wine
Awards
Bronze Medal, Finger Lakes International Wine Competition 2022 2022
Silver Medal, New York Wine & Food Classic 2021 2021