The city of Hammondsport where I tasted wine (in the snow) at Keuka Lake is getting some respect around the States – they are one of ten finalists for America’s Coolest Small Town 2012.

Pretty impressive – Hammondsport received the most number of votes in the first round (8,036) while the runner-up pulled in only 999 (Weaverville, CA).

Check out my recent stories from a colorful fall adventure back at the end of October and head over and give them some love (via vote).

I’ll be headed back to the Finger Lake region at the end of January for the Wine on Ice festival, a scenic flight, and a stay at the Rosewood Inn.