Celebrating Local Flavor: The 16th Montrose Wine Festival Unites Businesses and Community

The streets of Montrose were alive with excitement on Saturday as the town hosted its 16th annual Susquehanna Wine Festival. This lively event, which began as the Montrose Wine and Chocolate Festival, has significantly grown over the years, showcasing a variety of local businesses and offerings.

Festival president Tom Follert emphasized the importance of supporting local enterprises: “We’ve got crafters of all kinds, our local restaurants have amazing things to offer. You can’t go wrong here, come on down.” His pride in Montrose is palpable, as he recalls growing up in the town and wanting to highlight its charm and dedication of its residents.

Local business owners shared their enthusiasm for the festival. Daniel Leichliter from Hidden Creek Vineyard expressed joy in connecting with fellow community members, stating, “It’s great being in our hometown here. It’s nice to be a part of this community and see people that we see often and see people that we don’t see very often.”

Attendees enjoyed a wide range of offerings from wine, hard cider, and beer, to creative crafts like flower crowns, ensuring there was truly something for everyone. Leichliter’s favorite aspect of the festival was the people, which was echoed by Follert who highlighted the joy of seeing smiles and community engagement during the event.

The Susquehanna Wine Festival not only enhances local business exposure but also fosters a sense of community and togetherness, drawing residents and vendors from across the county and beyond.

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