I'm only about two hours but with my recent diagnosis I should avoid mead (and any concentrated sugar). However, I can indulge in wine every now and again. I'm planning a trip to the Lakes with the wife.
Sorry to hear about the diabetes. Runs in my family.
If I remember the name of the fantastic restaurant we went to out there, I'll PM you. Funny that it's 2 hrs away from you, it's about the same from central PA.