From Canandaigua to Skaneateles, these gorgeous properties offer everything from wine tasting to outdoor adventuring. Courtesy The Lake House on Canandaigua Northwest of the Hudson Valley , New York’s sprawling Finger Lakes region offers another version of upstate New York, straddling the 9,000-square-mile stretch between Syracuse and Rochester. This underrated nature and wine haven promises year-round Riesling tastings, scenic byways, and endless outdoor adventures—yes, even during the region's notoriously rough winters. As a longtime Rochester resident, I’ve experienced the idiosyncrasies of all 11 Finger Lakes, which range from Cayuga—the longest lake, framed by state parks and waterfall trails—to Seneca, my personal favorite, if only for its proximity to Spotted Duck ’s frozen custard.…