About Milea Estate Vineyard
Welcoming You to the Hudson Valley
Modern Hudson Valley Winery on Historic Property
Discover our award-winning Hudson Valley winery in Staatsburg, NY, where modern sustainable winemaking meets centuries of agricultural heritage on our historic 102-acre estate, established as a winery in 2015.
Meet Your Hosts – Barry & Sang Milea
Barry & Sang Milea
Proprietors & Winery Founders
In 2015, Barry and Sang realized their longtime aspiration of launching Milea Estate Vineyard, bringing sustainably produced regional wines to New York City while supporting local farmers in the Hudson River Valley. Their commitment to sustainable winemaking and modern viticulture techniques has quickly established Milea Estate as one of the premier Hudson Valley wineries.
Sang grew up on a farm in Korea, and is the driving force behind the organic gardens at Milea Estate Vineyard. Sang is also an accomplished equestrienne, practicing the elegant and demanding sport of dressage on our estate property. A food lover with a discerning palate, Sang is actively involved with the winemaking at Milea Estate, ensuring our wines reflect the unique Hudson Valley terroir.
Barry spent his youth driving trucks and working construction before launching his own business, Milea Auto Group in the Bronx. Through this work, Barry became a leader in importing and selling electric commercial trucks in the United States. In 1984, Barry and his father, “Papa Joe” Milea, purchased the historic farm property that would later become home to Milea Estate Vineyard, one of the region’s fastest-growing New York wineries.
Meet Our Mascots – Estate Horses
The Hudson River Valley is legendary for its stables and horse farms. Barry and Sang Milea are both avid equestrians, and Sang continues to compete in Dressage. On our estate property, we provide homes for three retired competition horses, who greet guests who have booked a private winery tour. We are also proud supporters of horse-rescue organizations such as Lucky Orphan Horse Farm and 13 Hands Ponies, reflecting our commitment to the Hudson Valley community.
The Milea Family Story – Four Generations of Hudson Valley Heritage
After the 1908 Messina earthquake and subsequent tsunami devastated his home in Calabria, Italy, Anthony Milea immigrated to the United States. He purchased a farm in the Hudson River Valley in the 1920s, where he grew fruit and raised his family, establishing the Milea family’s deep connection to New York agriculture.
Six decades later, his grandson and great-grandson, Joe and Barry Milea, returned to the Hudson Valley and purchased the historic Rymph Family Farm in 1984 as an homage to their forefathers. After decades of farming, in 2015 they launched Milea Estate Vineyard, transforming the property into one of New York’s premier wine destinations.
Our Mission: We are committed to producing award-winning wines using sustainable farming practices while honoring the Hudson Valley’s agricultural heritage on our historic 102-acre estate vineyard.
The River That Runs Both Ways – Historic Hudson Valley Wine Region
For some ten thousand years, members of the indigenous Lenape (also known as Delaware) tribe lived alongside the Mahicannituck (“The River that Runs Both Ways”). French Huguenots arrived in the 1660s, and soon after, began planting grapevines. The oldest continuously operated vineyard in the United States today was planted in the Hudson Valley in the 1700s, making this America’s second-oldest wine region.
This stretch of the river later gained renown for its grand Gilded Age mansions, but farming never ceased to be the primary activity. Milea Estate Vineyard is located just north of Hyde Park, in the quiet hamlet of Staatsburg, NY. Our property includes the historic 1799 Staatsburg House, a beautifully preserved early American residence that now serves as luxury lodging for guests seeking an authentic Hudson Valley historic experience.
A Taste of Centuries Past – Hudson Valley Heritage Wines
The Hudson River Valley is the second-oldest wine region in the United States, with French Huguenot vineyard plantings documented as far back as 1677. Today, Milea Estate Vineyard supports the preservation of antique grape cultivars through our Hudson Valley Heritage Wines, continuing 350+ years of New York winemaking tradition.
Why Choose Milea Estate Vineyard?
- Modern Excellence: Award-winning winery established in 2015 with state-of-the-art sustainable winemaking practices
- Historic Property: Operating on land with centuries of agricultural heritage, featuring the 1799 Staatsburg House
- Sustainable Commitment: Organic farming and environmentally responsible viticulture on our 102-acre estate
- Award-Winning Wines: Producing exceptional wines that showcase the unique Hudson Valley terroir
- Luxury Accommodations: Stay in our historic 1799 Staatsburg House for an authentic Hudson Valley experience
- Educational Experiences: Private tours, wine tastings, and horse meet-and-greets on our estate
- Community Support: Proud supporters of local farmers and horse rescue organizations in the Hudson Valley
Visit Milea Estate Vineyard in Staatsburg, NY and experience the perfect blend of modern winemaking excellence and historic hospitality on our beautiful Hudson Valley estate. Book your visit today and discover why we’re rapidly becoming one of the premier wineries near NYC.