Savor the Flavor

Skimming along the shores of Lake Erie from the seat of a vintage helicopter our filmmakers introduce viewers to the oldest, largest Concord grape growing region in the world. The region’s rich agricultural heritage unfolds against the backdrop of a cobalt blue sky, where growers have toiled for more than 150 years perfecting the first truly native American grape. One of the nation’s most impressively beautiful landscapes is home to 30,000 acres of Concords, the luscious purple fruit that provides both the essence of healthy living and the lifeblood of the region’s economy. Following an illustrated history, the camera moves in for a close-up look at the unique grape growing, processing, and harvesting practices that have been handed down from generation to generation, along with the innovations that will assure the region’s future vitality.

The innovative travel DVD for the Concord Grape Belt Heritage Association greets visitors in Interstate welcome centers, The Tom Ridge Environmental Center, travel shows, and attractions throughout New York and Pennsylvania. The program introduces the idea of geotourism, defined as: Tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place—its environment, heritage, aesthetics, culture, and the well-being of its residents.