Original sentence: New York has subsequently developed significant plantings of the varietal  since Fournier and Frank’s early experiments.New York’s comparatively cooler growing season causes slower ripening requiring a longer time on the vine which may allow the grapes to develop greater complexity and character at more reasonable sugar levels than warmer Chardonnay producing regions
Edited sentence: Given these advantages, Chardonnay was a logical choice for New York and the state has subsequently developed a significant presence with the varietal  since Fournier and Frank’s early experiments.New York’s comparatively cooler growing season causes slower ripening requiring a longer time on the vine which allowing the grapes to develop greater complexity and character at more reasonable sugar levels than warmer Chardonnay producing regions