Meet Your Local Guide
I have been lucky enough to call the Finger Lakes home my entire life. Growing up surrounded by vineyard-covered hills, sparkling lakes, and small-town charm, I learned early on just how special this region is, not just for its beauty, but for the people who make it feel like home.
In 2021, I turned my lifelong love of the area into something more and became an Airbnb host and Finger Lakes vacation professional. Not long after I started hosting vacation renters, I quickly realized that visitors were eager to explore, but not always sure where to start (or how to get home safely). So, I did what came naturally: I offered to drive. That is how Chauffour You FLX was born. That journey has deepened my passion for the incredible quality, and surprising diversity, of the wine, beer, and spirits produced right here on and around Keuka and Seneca Lakes.
Now, I spend my days meeting wonderful new people, sharing my knowledge of local wines, and safely guiding guests to the best tasting rooms, breweries, and distilleries the region has to offer. Whether it’s your first time here or your fiftieth, I take pride in making your day relaxing, memorable, and full of great sips and scenery.
This is not just my business, it’s my backyard. And I love nothing more than introducing others to the Finger Lakes I know and love.
🍇 Crafted by the Land, Poured by the People
The Finger Lakes is not just a scenic getaway; it is one of the most dynamic craft beverage and winery regions in the country. With its glacier-carved lakes, rich soils, and cool climate, this area is perfectly suited for growing grapes, grains, and hops that produce award-winning wines, flavorful beers, and handcrafted spirits.
What makes it truly special? It is the people behind the pour. Many wineries, breweries, and distilleries here are family-run, rooted in generations of farming tradition. You will find winemakers walking their vineyards at sunrise, brewers hauling local hops from just down the road, and distillers crafting small-batch spirits with New York grains and local ingredients.
From harvest to glass, everything here is hands-on, heartfelt, and proudly local. Each sip tells a story, of hard work, homegrown ingredients, and a deep connection to the land.