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A lifestyle magazine for Virginians with distinctive taste, Virginia Wine Lover celebrates Virginia wine and food and all that it encompasses. Covering the entire Commonwealth, VWL is a full-color, glossy, bi-annual publication focusing on one of our state's most beloved industries and features beautiful photography, entertaining and informative editorial and current events relevant to the wine industry. Published by VistaGraphics, Inc.TRANSCRIPT
You Called Them!Cheers to the winners in our
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Virginia FesTiVals & eVenTs
Your guide to what’s going on
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35You Called Them!Cheers to the winners in our Annual VWL Best Of Awards
By Patrick Evans-Hylton
2015Spring
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6 Publisher’s Note9 Editor’s Note
POPPING THE CORK10 Cuvee – VWL mixes it up with
top Virginia winemakers12 Insider – Petit Mansengs wowed at
annual Virginia Wine Summit14 Cork Report – A full pour
of wine-related news16 Bloggers Imbibe – Cyber sips
and tips from the blogosphere19 2015 Coastal Virginia WineFest Recap COMING RIGHT UP24 Celebrate the Season: Farmers
markets are blooming this spring A FORK ANd THE ROAd 26 A Tale of Two Lakes: It’s summertime
and the living’s fine at Smith Mountain Lake and Lake Anna
30 To Market, To Market: Exploring the farm fresh side of three Virginia towns
GRAPEVINE44 Winery map46 Winery list48 Wine events
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I raise my glass to all the wonderful Virginia
wineries who participated in our Second Annual Coastal Virginia Wine Fest.
This year’s event, at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, was spread over two days of the Martin Luther King holiday weekend on Jan. 17 and 18. What a fun time we all had with approximately 6,500 in attendance. Many of the vendors had to return to their winery to re-stock Saturday evening before the show re-opened on Sunday. Many of their varietals sold out.
This year’s show included a juried art show of Virginia artists presented by the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art. Nearly 70 artists from across the commonwealth showcased and sold their art to the attendees. This new component brought an additional touch of class to an already first-class event.
In addition to the Virginia artisans, our wineries were joined by a good representation of Virginia craft breweries from across the state to create a craft beer garden to complement our other offerings.
Entertainment on Saturday included Nashville recording artist Mark Cooke, and Sunday’s entertainment featured a local jazz favorite, Charles Darden.
Dozens of other vendors filled the convention center with offerings that varied from great food samplings to unique wine gifts to garden flags for all occasions.
Locals and guests to Virginia Beach took advantage of the great oceanfront packages offered by many of the local hotels, all with discounted rates and free shuttle transportation to the convention center.
Virginia Beach Restaurant Week overlapped with the WineFest so dozens of restaurants offered pre-fixe menus meant to complement the WineFest experience.
All in all, we had a great supporting cast for them but our Virginia wineries were the superstars. We look forward to having them back next year and are already planning ways we can make the “Third Annual” even better than year two.
The weekend, Martin Luther King weekend, Jan. 16 and 17, will be the same as will the venue, the Virginia Beach Convention Center.
I hope you all will join us for one great weekend and one great event.
Cheers!Randy Thompson
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VOLUME 8 IssUE 1
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ed noteVirginia has been noted for its unique
food scene, it seems, since the beginning.
On April 27, 1607, English explorers dined on oysters at present-day Virginia Beach. They ate the bivalves roasted over an open flame, their shells popped open with the application of heat, and briny juices bubbling away around the flesh.
It prompted one, George Percy, to write they “were very large and delicate in taste.”
The fact that the state, the birthplace of American cuisine, has had many wonderful food and beverages to laud over the past 408 years is nothing new to us Virginians.
But finally we’ve started getting the attention we deserve.
According to the good folks at the Virginia Tourism Corporation, in 2014 alone:• Received accolades from Esquire Magazine naming Virginia the food region of the year, citing foods by land and sea, including Bordeaux-style wine from the Piedmont region.• USA Today saying “Virginia is for (oys-ter) Lovers.”• Departures Magazine naming Richmond the “Next Great American Food City.”• Virginia listed among “Four States to Beer-Tour Now” according to Draft Magazine.• Wine Enthusiast Magazine naming Charlottesville one of “America’s 5 New Foodie Cities.”• A profile on the state’s quality wine from Food & Wine Magazine’s “The Best Wineries to Visit in Virginia.”
In this, our annual Best Of issue of Virginia Wine Lover, we find more things to be proud of across the commonwealth.
Thousands of you told us what you love to eat and drink here, and the results are found in our pages: the best white wine, the best winemaker, the best cheese shop—we’ve got it.
Supporting Virginia isn’t just a matter of civic pride—although that’s a great reason. It’s also about supporting our economy. Agriculture, overall (of which wine production falls under) is the biggest component of the state’s budget, and that benefits us all.
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10 spring/summer 2015 | Virginia Wine Lover
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VWL mixes it up With three top Virginia Winemakers
horton Vineyards
Michael heny, winemaker at Horton Vineyards, has been a winemaker for a quarter century, with 17 years at Horton.
Open Daily, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.
horton Vineyards, 6399 spotswood trail, Gordonsville; 540-832-7440; www.hVWine.com
roseMont Vineyards, 1050 Blackridge rd., LaCrosse; 434-636-9463; www.rosemontofVirginia.com
Chateau Morrisette Winery, Mp 171.5 Blue ridge parkway, 287 Winery rd. sW, Floyd; 540-593-2865; www.thedogs.com
roseMont Vineyards
Justin rose, winemaker and vineyard manager at Rosemont Vineyards, has been a winemaker for nine years, with the last eight at Rosemont.
“After graduating University of Virginia with a Chemical Engineering degree in 2004, I attended Napa College for winemaking school and worked at O’Shaughnessy Winery and Capiaux Cellars (both in California). In the summer of 2007 I returned to Virginia to head up Rosemont Vineyards’ first crush.” Monday–Saturday, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, 1–6 p.m.; Memorial Day through Labor Day, open until 7 p.m. Friday–Sunday
Chateau Morrisette Winery
Brian Cheeseborough, oenologist and winemaker at Chateau Morrisette, has been making wine professionally since 2004 and is new to Chateau Morrisette, there less than a year.
Open year-round, Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Friday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
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THE WINERY
Overview:“Chateau Morrisette is well known for our sweet and semi-sweet wines. While that will not change, I will be improv-ing our traditional varietals and making new blends worthy of service in the finest restaurants of Virginia and beyond. We produce almost 80,000 cases of wine annually.” —BC
Highlighted events:• The Winemaker’s Dinner–
May 24• The Black Dog Mountain
Adventure Weekend–June 5–7• The Black Dog Arts Festival–
July 11
• The Black Dog Wine and BBQ Festival–Aug. 8
• The Black Dog Beach Music Festival–Oct. 10
Offerings:“Chateau Morrisette currently produces over 25 different wines; however some are limited productions available only in the tasting room and restaurant. Depending on the season, we offer 8–9 white, 7–8 red, 6–7 dessert and 2–4 fruit wines.” —BC
Recommendations:2014 Vin Gris is a dry rose produced with the traditional saignee method. Release date: February 2015
2013 Chardonnay Reserve is 100% barrel fermented and aged. Release date: April 2015
2014 Nouveau Chien, a unique blend that starts with Petit Manseng and Viognier. Release date: June 2015
Our Dog Blue is a Virginia-styled Edelzwicker with Riesling, Traminette and Vidal Blanc. Currently released
2012 Archival is a barrel aged Bordeaux inspired blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Currently released
THE WINERY Overview:“Horton Vineyards is on a quest to discover the best vines suited to central Virginia’s unique terroir. This journey has led to the discovery of Viognier, Petit Manseng, Albarino and Rkatsiteli among whites; Cabernet Franc, Tannat, Nebbiolo, Pinotate and Norton from the reds.” —MH
Highlighted events:• Mardi Gras Celebration–
Feb. 7 • Past Vintage and Vertical
Tasting–March 7
• Spring Cellar Tasting; taste the new 2014 vintage wines–TBD
• Pig Roast – July 11
Offerings:Forty, including white, red, sparkling, dessert, port-style and fruit.
Recommendations:Rkatsiteli–an aromatic white wine redolent of orange zest and honeysuckle
Viognier–a wine full of floral aromas, exotic tropical fruit surrounded by subtle oak nuances from barrel fermentation
Petit Manseng–rich, full bodied dry white wine is fragrant with unforgettable aromas of Pyrenean honey, toasted hazelnuts and acacia blossom, enhanced by a touch of guava and vanilla.
Tannat–rich, full bodied red wine, with a strong tannic backbone, leathery fruit fla-vors, and a long spicy finish.
Norton–inky, smooth, intense; a native Virginia red.
In eachCuvee we talk to three winemakers to find out more about their winery, their winemaking philosophy, and get some useful tips in the enjoyment of their juice.
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THE WINEMAKER
Philosophy:“I’ve had the opportunity to make wine across three conti-nents; it’s the people involved that makes each wine unique due to the detail and care they apply. I’ve learned to respect the science and whether it’s liquid poetry or a stained tablecloth, a great wine needs to be respected as an art with passion.” —BC
A Word of Wisdom:“If you are going to invest in wine and purchase for more than the next few days, invest in proper storage to protect your wine (and money). Age and store your wines about 15C (59F); you can always bring them out
of storage and prepare for proper temperature a few hours before service.” —BC
Among accolades:• Five semesters of post-bacca-
laureate and graduate studies (Enology) at Fresno State;
• Sixteen harvests since 2004 between Paso Robles, Sonoma, Argentina, Bordeaux and now Virginia;
• Consistent critical ratings of 90+ in both Wine Spectator and Wine Advocate since 2007
• More than 30 gold/double gold awards since 2006.
—PEH
THE WINERY
Overview:“At Rosemont we combine over 150 years of farming knowledge with modern winemaking tech-niques to produce wines that are 100 percent estate grown and produced. Being involved in every aspect of winemaking, from bud break to harvest and bottling, allows us to produce wines of the greatest quality that showcase this great Southern Virginia ter-roir.” —JR
Highlighted events:• Memorial Day Concert–May 23• Sixth Annual Rosemont Wine
and Art Festival–June 20• Fourth of July Fireworks and
Concert–July 3
• 2013 Kilravock Release Party–August, TBD
• Labor Day Concert–Sept. 5
Offerings:“We currently offer 13 wines for tasting—dry whites, a dry rose’, dry red wines and then a few sweet wines as well. We also offer a Rhone-style red blend and a port-style wine that are available only to our club members.” —JR
Recommendations:2012 Kilravock–the signature wine, delicately balanced with fruit and earthy flavors building into a smooth, spicy and slightly oaky finish.
2014 Rose’–becoming another signature wine, this light bodied
Rose’ is dry and elegant with aromas of grapefruit and cranberry and crisp acidity.
2012 Syrah–a rare find in Virginia, this Syrah features aromas of dried cherries, figs, and toasted oak with spicy undertones.
2014 Traminette–dry white with aromas of linalool, citrus and spice. Its clean finish and crisp minerality pairs perfectly with seafood.
Rosemont Virginia Red–an energetic, fruit driven red blend comprised of all the red grapes we grow on our estate.
THE WINEMAKER Philosophy:“Protecting the zip and verve of Rkatsiteli and Albarino, preserv-ing the aromatic richness of Viognier and Petit Manseng, expressing the berry fruit of Cabernet Franc and Nebbiolo, releasing the intense richness of Tannat and Norton. “ —MH A Word of Wisdom:“Taste as many wines as you can at wine shops, wineries, festivals etc. But when you find a wine you enjoy, avoid the one night stand. Invest in at least a few bottles so that you can live with it for a while. You can get to know the wine, the wine can get to know you.” —MH
Among accolades:• Gold–2014 Governor’s Cup and
placed in Governor’s Case for 2010 Tannat
• Best Of Category–2014 Atlantic Seaboard Competition for 2012 Pinotage
• First Commonwealth Quality Alliance-approved wine in Virginia for 2009 Tannat
—Frank Morgan
THE WINEMAKER Philosophy:“I believe the best wines start in the vineyard, so we focus a lot of time and energy into producing quality fruit. We ferment upwards of five dif-ferent lots of each grape vari-etal we grow, keeping clones and vineyard blocks separate throughout the aging process. I then rely on blending to shape complex and balanced wines.” —JR
A Word of Wisdom:“Try something new! Many people get stuck in a rut of only drinking the same thing. I always encourage people try something new—perhaps a variety you haven’t experienced
before, or even a new region that you might not be familiar with. You never know what you’ll end up discovering.” —JR
Among accolades:• Best in Show–2010 Atlantic
Seaboard Wine Competition for 2007 Meritage
• Gold–2010 Virginia Governor’s Cup for 2007 Kilravock
• Gold–2013 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Completion for 2010 Kilravock and 2010 Cabernet Franc
• Gold–2014 Finger Lakes Wine Competition for 2013 Rose’
—Frank Morgan
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The summit, held in Richmond in fall 2014 brought together more than 200 industry profession-
als including winemakers, winery owners, chefs, writers, sommeliers—including three master sommeliers—at the historic Jefferson Hotel.
Ray Isle, executive wine editor of Food & Wine magazine, served as keynote speaker at this year’s Summit.
With an authentic fluency in Virginian wine, Isle praised those winemakers responsible for the state’s rise in wine prominence and those ‘extraordinarily impressive’ wines from the state that stand alongside wines from better-known regions.
That some Virginia wineries are producing world-class wines may not have been news to many at the sum-mit, but a small, thick-skinned grape most commonly associated with the Jurançon region of southwestern France did seem to be a pleasant surprise to many.
Starting with the Sunday evening kick-off dinner at The Roosevelt restaurant, to the panelist/media tour of Charlottesville area wineries on Monday, through the main event on Tuesday, Virginia Petit Manseng was the topic of much discussion.
“Petit Manseng has been a wonderful awakening for me and the potential of the grape here in Virginia,” said Isle during his keynote address on Tuesday.
Isle was not alone in his observation, or awakening, about Virginia Petit Manseng.
At the panelist dinner on Sunday evening, a travel writer visit-ing Virginia wine country for the first time told me that he was most impressed and pleasantly surprised with the Petit Manseng wines he tasted the previous two days.
During the tour of Charlottesville area vineyards and wineries on Monday, our group visited with noted Virginia and Burgundy winemaker and consultant Michael Shaps at his eponymous winery.
Of the 22 wines Shaps shared with our group, both the 2012 and 2013 dry Petit Manseng were standouts.
“More than most other varieties grown here in Virginia, Petit Manseng is made in the vineyard,” said Shaps. “The loose clusters, small berries with thick skins make Petit Manseng well suited for our climate.”
A number of other winemakers and sommeliers at the summit voiced similar opinions about this promising grape.
“Petit Manseng ages beautifully,” said Mike Heny, winemaker at Horton Vineyards, north of Charlottesville, who, along with Graham Bell, helped make Virginia’s first Petit Manseng in 2000. “And, it’s the easiest vinifera variety to grow in the state.”
At a reception and dinner hosted by Barboursville Vineyards’ wine-maker Luca Paschina at Palladio Restaurant that evening—while
sipping on Barboursville’s Vermentino Reserve (which I consider to be one of the best white wines in the state)—a
conversation with several out-of-state wine professionals turned to the growing number of promising white grape varieties in Virginia.
Several in the group suggested that Petit Manseng may have been a better choice for the state’s official grape, referring to the decision by the Virginia Wine Board in 2011 to designate Viognier as Virginia’s official signature grape.
Praise for Petit Manseng continued throughout the summit at breakout sessions like the ‘Meet Virginia Whites’ tasting on Tuesday morning, which featured 10 compelling Virginia white wines.
While each of the 10 white wines poured during the session were indeed compelling, the three Petit Manseng
wines—Shaps 2013 Honah Lee Vineyard, Delaplane Cellars 2013, and Early Mountain 2013 Block 11 (65% Petit
Manseng, 35% Muscat)—were the standouts based on an infor-mal poll following the tasting.
Petit Manseng is not new to Virginia of course. In 1987, Dr. Tony Wolf, professor of viticulture at Virginia Tech,
obtained Petit Manseng budwood from the Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, N.Y., and began formally evaluating the vines at the Virginia Tech Virginia Agricultural Experiment Station in Winchester the next year.
Like several of Virginia’s most popular varieties, Dennis Horton, found-
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er of Horton Vineyards, played an important role in the early days growing Petit Manseng, as did Jenni McCloud of Chrysalis Vineyards, Jeff White of Glen Manor Vineyards, and Jose Morejon of the former Mount Juliet (now known as Grace Estate).
More than 15 years after those first vineyard plantings (for commercial wine production), statewide plantings of Petit Manseng are still small. Only 63 acres of the total 3,088 bearing wine grape acreage in Virginia are planted to Petit Manseng.
“I’m advising clients to plant Petit Manseng,” said Shaps. “It’s a good viticulture decision in terms of quality as well as yields and profitability.”
A number of other Virginia winemakers, including Jordan Harris, winemaker at Tarara Winery in Loudoun County, are in the process of planting more Petit Manseng or have near-term plans to plant more.
While the popularity and plantings of Petit Manseng is growing, this promising grape comes with its own set of viticultural challenges.
“One real challenge is taming the bold, high acidity, and balancing the sugars,” adds Shaps.
There is also the matter of consumer educa-tion. Because Petit Manseng is not widely produced outside of the Jurancon region in southwest France, wine enthusiasts are likely more familiar with the sweeter versions.
“Petit Manseng does not show terroir well and can hamper the beauty of so many sites in Virginia,” said Harris. “Part of our charm is the diversity of terroirs and how transparent they can be.”
“With that being said, a huge potential upside of Petit Manseng is making affordable entry-level wines,” added Harris. “With less [vineyard] maintenance required, more con-sistent yields, stainless steel fermentation, and earlier release dates, Petit Manseng can be made and sold at lower price points that may appeal to more consumers, especially those new to Virginia wine.”
A good point that highlights the importance of a grape like Petit Manseng to the Virginia wine industry. Given the advantages—more consistent yields, good resistance to bunch rot, fruit quality, lower production costs—it’s tempting to contrast the potential of Petit Manseng to that of Viognier in the context of the best grape for Virginia.
Rather than being viewed as a competitor to Viognier, or any other grape, Petit Manseng, like other varieties, is one more grape with the potential for fantastic wine.
The truth is, the industry needs both grapes (and more of them) as demand for Virginia wine in the global marketplace that continues to grow.
—Frank MorganEditors note: for Frank Morgan’s picks for three Petit Mansengs to try now—and why—read the Bloggers
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BLACK DOG SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Aug. 9. An annual festival featuring wine from area
wineries, arts and crafts, food, and live music from
The Mastersons and Railroad Earth. $. 11 a.m.
Château Morrisette.
DINNER UNDER THE STARS
Aug. 10. Listen to live music and enjoy a wine-paired
meal on the lawn; covered wagon rides at sunset. $.
6:30 p.m. Mountain Rose Vineyard.
GRAYSON COUNTY WINE FESTIVAL
Aug. 23. An evening of wine and food from Blue Moon
Catering at the 1908 Courthouse; proceeds to benefit the
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BLACK DOG MUSIC & BBQ FESTIVAL
Sept. 13. An official Kansas City Barbecue Society
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Château Morrisette.
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Oct. 18. Enjoy mead tasting and music from Adam
Markham on the Sippin’ Porch. $. 11 a.m.
Blacksnake Meadery.
HILLBILLY HALLOWINE PARTY
Oct. 31. Celebrate the holiday with wine and a live per-
formance by Huckleberry Pie. Beliveau Estate.
CELEBRATE THE HARVEST
Nov. 1. Enjoy a fall day with live music from Jason
Paul Curtis, local food, and wine. Greenhill Winery
& Vineyards.
THANKSGIVING OPEN HOUSE
Nov. 28-29. Drive out to the orchards for seasonal
homemade soup, live music, and artisan cider. $. 11 a.m.
Foggy Ridge Cider.
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Nov. 29. The Sippin’ Porch will be open for a Black
Friday mead tasting. $. 11 a.m. Blacksnake Meadery.
HOLIDAY SONGFEST
Dec. 14. Toast the holidays at the winery with live music
by local musicians. Beliveau Estate.
HOLIDAY SEASON FINALE
Dec. 20. Celebrate the holidays and the end of the sea-
son with artisan cider and seasonal snacks. $. 11 a.m.
Foggy Ridge Cider.
SHENANDOAH
CARIBBEAN NIGHT
Aug. 9. An evening of wine and live music from SAM’O
and JFC. 7 p.m. Cave Ridge Vineyard.
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Aug. 9. Bring a picnic and enjoy wine and the music
of Fat Daddy and the Lenny Marcus Band. $. Blue
Ridge Vineyard.
WINE AND WAGS
Aug. 9, Sept. 12, Oct. 10. Enjoy an afternoon at the
vineyards with your pet; wine and snack baskets available
for purchase or bring a picnic. Lexington Valley Vineyard.
WINE & ART
Aug. 10. Paint your own masterpiece at the vineyard.
Artist Lindee Katdare provides instructions and sup-
plies; gourmet lunch and wine tasting to follow. $.
Fincastle Vineyard.
YOGA & WINE
Aug. 10. An afternoon of meditation and yoga fol-
lowed by wine tasting and a healthy lunch. Reservations
required. $. 2:30 p.m. Virginia Mountain Vineyards.
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UNCORKED WINE FESTIVAL
Nov. 8. Shenandoah Uncorked is a family-
friendly event with a great selection of Virginia
wines, food and craft vendors, and kids activi-
ties. Wine tasting is indoors at the Yellow Barn.
Festival admission is free, tasting cost includes
a signature glass. Shenandoah Caverns
attractions admission is discounted for the
day. $. 10 a.m. www.shenandoahuncorked.
com. 540-477-2432.
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To plan your culinary adventure,
visit lexingtonvirginia.com/dining.
The delicious place to chill to perfection.The award-winning wines and
craft brews of Lexington and Rockbridge County pair perfectly
with our special destinations. From tastings like Wine & Wags
and Sundays Uncorked at local vineyards to the Rockbridge Beer
& Wine Festival and the Harvest Festival, you’ll savor a taste and
history that are uniquely ours.
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T he farmers market season is in full swing,
and across Virginia there are markets filled
with summer’s bounty. Many markets are
close to wineries, making a stop special for
picking up items for a picnic, or perhaps for
supper later that night.We recently came across Dark Hollow Farm in
Markham, not far from several wineries, includ-
ing Philip Carter Winery, Naked Mountain
Winery & Vineyards, Aspen Dale Winery at
the Barn, and Three Fox Vineyards.
Here the family-run farm raises heritage
pork and turkeys as well as selling free-
range chickens and eggs. There are also
shitake and oyster mushrooms, and from a
small storefront a host of other Made in Virginia
products, too.A source of food that is so good, chef and innkeeper of nearby The Inn at Vineyards Crossing,
Joshua Haugh, stops by Dark Hollow Farm nearly every day for something special for his guests.
And here’s a farm stand actually at a winery: FarmFarm at Barrel Oak Winery features produce,
eggs, and pasture-raised and free-range organic meats, in addition to crafts and more.
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Joe Walker, Dark Hollow FarmPhoto by David Uhrin
For more information on: Dark Hollow Farm,
visit www.DarkHollowFarm.netFarmFarm at Barrel Oak Winery, visit www.BarrelOak.com
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Spotsylvania County’s Mattaponi Winery has opened a new tasting room titled The Tasting Post.
The name is an homage to the area’s frontier roots and the Virginia Indian Company’s early 18th century trading post between Colonial Virginians and Native Americans.
The Tasting Post, which opened Nov. 1, 2014, replaces a smaller tasting room. The new one is 3,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 100 wine lovers. Inside is a bar for tastings, and outside a wrap-around porch can accommo-date special events.
Mattaponi has a portfolio of white, red and dessert wines. The Odeimin wine, which translates from the Algonquin language to “strawberry,” won a silver medal in the 2012 Virginia Governor’s Cup.
Mattaponi Winery is at 7530 Morris Rd., Spotsylvania. Call 540-582-2897 or visit www.MattaponiWinery.com
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go West, Paradise sPrings!
Kirk Wiles, founder of Paradise Springs Winery in Northern Virginia, has
announced the start of a winery in Santa Barbara, Calif., also called Paradise Springs.
Wiles cut the ribbon on the D.C.-area winery in January, 2010. We’ve heard to look for a release of a Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir later in 2015; we’ll keep you informed.
Paradise Springs Winery is at 13219 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton. Call 703-830-9463 or visit www.ParadiseSpringsWinery.com
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Cyber sips and tips from the blogosphere
Bloggers Imbibe
The internet brings folks together—instantly. Across the world, people Facebook, Tweet and otherwise blog about everything going on in their lives; fortunately many of them are imbibing at the time. What are some of Virginia’s top bloggers enjoying at the moment? Two of them—VWL contributing editor Frank Morgan, who blogs at Drink What You Like, and Brian Kirby of the blog The Other 46—share their current Virginia wine finds with us.
the promise of petit manseng
petit Manseng, a small, thick-skinned grape most commonly grown in southwestern France, is showing great promise in Virginia.
I recommend seeking out these three delicious examples:
Michael Shaps 2013 Honah Lee Petit Manseng ($26) — Made from 100% Petit Manseng grapes grown in the Honah Lee vineyard in Gordonsville. A bright, precise, dry wine with notes of pineapple, peach, and mineral. Zippy yet not overwhelming acidity that showcases the potential of dry varietal Petit Manseng.
Delaplane Cellars 2013 Petit Manseng ($30) — Made from 100% Petit Manseng this wine is luscious with
notes of pineapple, peach, and honey. The 2% residual sugar provides just enough weight on the palate without tasting ‘sweet.’
Early Mountain 2013 Block 11 ($25) — A blend of Petit Manseng, Chardonnay, and Muscat, this wine offers loads of honey-suckle, white flower and sweet lemon. This wine pairs well with fish tacos with pineap-ple-jalapeño salsa.
—Frank Morgan Editors note: read more of Frank Morgan’s
take on Petit Manseng as presented at the 2014 Virginia Wine Summit on page 12.
Frank Morgan is associate editor of VWL and the author of the award-winning wine
blog, www.DrinkWhatYouLike.com. Follow Morgan on Twitter: @DrinkWhatULike
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many wine lovers will make reference to a sweet wine and insist that it is where their crush began. Undeniably, a journey back to the beginning of my wine history lands smack
dab in the middle of the wine store lanes containing Moscato, sweet Rieslings, and Port.
Times have changed, and except for the occasional soi-ree on the back deck or at the beach on a hot summer day, typically, I avoid the high residual sugar sippers.
Vidal Blanc is the most widely planted hybrid grape in Virginia, due to its suitability to cold climates. Produced from 100 percent Vidal grapes, grown in their vineyard; New Kent Winery’s Vidal Blanc is their top selling wine and a favorite of mine—oddly, for not being a fan of sweet wine.
Pressed and cold pressed cooled to 38 F and aged for 12 months in stainless steel, winemaker Tom Payette consistently pro-duces a light and crisp wine with bright acidity. Aromas of tropical fruits, honey, orange blossom, white peach and pear lead to a mildly sweet taste with a clean finish.
2013 New Kent Vidal Blanc is a perfect “porch wine” for the warmer seasons; served cold it is delightfully refreshing. While this wine does well on its own, its subdued sweetness pro-vides wonderful versatility for enjoy-ing with cheeses, fish, and red sauce pasta dishes, as well as desserts.
Garnering several awards, includ-ing Governors Cup silver medals in both 2012 and 2013, New Kent’s Vidal Blanc has certainly earned its place on the palate.
—pamela riley Pamela Riley blogs at
www.VinesOfVirginia.com/blog
Let’s hear it for the hybrid
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New Kent Winery & Vineyards
www.NewKentWinery.com
Michael Shaps Wineworkswww.MichaelShapsWines.com
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VIRGINIA WINERIES:
PUT YOUR BEST VINTAGE FORWARD
Now is the time to register for the 7th annual Virginia Wine Lover Magazine Wine Classic
All participants get included in an exclusive feature in the Summer/Fall issue of VWL, touting your tasty accomplish-ments and medals to showcase in your tasting room for your well-deserved kudos.
BUT HURRY Application
registration ends April 1
Wine submissions deadline May 4.
More information and online registration
on the VWL website:www.VirginiaWine
LoverMag.com
Questions? Contact: Pam Hopkins, special events manager, [email protected] Patrick Evans-Hylton, executive editor/event chair, [email protected]
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The Virginia School of Wine has
opened at Northern Virginia’s Breaux Vineyards.
Offering classes throughout the year for students of all levels and featuring a variety of wine-related topics, offerings range from “How to Taste Wine Like a Pro” to level one and level two Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) certification courses.
Breaux is one of Virginia’s largest vineyards, and the school, adjacent to the winery, plans on taking advantage of the resources there.
The Virginia School of Wine is at 36888 Breaux Vineyards Lane, Purcellville. Call 540-668-6060 or visit www.VirginiaSchoolOfWine.com
—PEH
Virginia School of Wine opens at Breaux Vineyards
growling—and more—at MicHaEl SHaPS WinEWorkS
Things are happening at Michael Shaps. A note we received from the acclaimed Virginia and
French winemaker notes that he recently bought out Philip Stafford, his business partner.
Shaps says he “is refocusing the brand—the winery will now be marketed as Michael Shaps Wineworks, and along with the shift in the brand will come many new, exciting winery and vineyard projects.”
In January, the winery also opened a new tasting room, became Virginia’s first winery to serve up vino in refillable growlers and released two new vintages: the 2012 Chardonnay and the 2010 Merlot.
Michael Shaps Wineworks is at 1781 Harris Creek Way, Charlottesville. Call 434-206-3438 or visit www.VirginiaWineWorks.com
—PEH
Do you have some Virginia wine news to share? We’d love to help you spread the word in an upcoming Cork Report column. Please email your information to VWL Executive Editor Patrick Evans-Hylton at [email protected]
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EventRecapJanuary 17–18,
2015
Held at the Virginia Beach
Convention Center, this event
included overnight hotel packages
with complimentary transportation, which both visitors and locals enjoyed!
Over 6,500 people enjoyed Virginia wine,
crafts, art, and more.
Mark your calendars for the
3rd Annual COVA WineFest January 16-17, 2016.
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WINEFEST Athena Vineyards & Winery
Burnley Vineyards
Chatham Vineyards
Davis Valley Winery
Dog and Oyster Vineyard
Lake Anna Winery
Belle Mount Vineyards
Byrd Cellars
Cobbler Mountain
Delfosse Vineyards and Winery
General’s Ridge Vineyards
Narmada WineryMattaponi Winery
Chateau Morrisette
Cooper Vineyards
Democracy Vineyards
Horton Vineyards, Inc.
Meet our participating
Wineries
Shown here are dozens of wonderful
Virginia wineries who brought their
wines for the Coastal Virginia
WineFest 2015.
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Mark Cooke, band leader, and Eagles Nest owner Shea Edwards
Evelyn Flint and Matt Stenberg from 97.3 The Eagle
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Bright Meadows Farm Vineyard & Winery
Rockbridge Vineyard
Valerie Hill Vineyard & Winery
The Homeplace Vineyard
Williamsburg Winery
Stanburn Winery
Potomac Point Vineyard & WineryPrince Michel Vineyard & Winery
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The Horse & Hound Wine Festival
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540.586.3707PeaksOfOtterWinery.com
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A portion of the net proceeds from the WineFest went to the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art and the Noblemen. TOPLEFT: Coastal Virginia Magazine’s Pam Hopkins and Publisher Randy Thompson presenting the check to Al Midgett of The Noblemen. TOP RIGHT: Coastal Virginia Magazine’s Pam Hopkins and Publisher Randy Thompson presenting the
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Farmers markets are blooming this spring
Celebrate the Season
By Patrick Evans-Hylton
There was a time not too long ago when the distance between farm and fork was not very far at all.
Even if a family didn’t live in the country, there was often a small
garden in the backyard, and produce—beans, peas, and the like—didn’t come canned; they came fresh and kids helped shell and cut and wash to get them ready for the dinner table.
About 50 years ago that all started to change when an emphasis was put on meal speed and convenience and not so much on eating local and eating fresh. That’s a pity, and the legacy we have to show for it includes a penchant for highly-processed foods and skyrocketing obesity.
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Thank goodness a revolution in the way we eat is occurring. Whether it is a greater awareness of the problems associated with eating canned and packaged dishes or a desire to get back to a simpler way of life, many folks are returning to the earth.
OK, maybe there isn’t a great movement of farm-ing homesteaders, but more people are planting small gardens and making a stop at an area farmers market part of their meal-planning routine.
We’ve included a recipe filled with farmers market finds, and a few suggested Virginia wine pairings: Ready to hit the market? Here are some
guidelines for making the most of your shopping experience:
• Dress appropriately. Most farm stands/markets are outdoors. Bring an umbrella in rain or shine. Wear comfortable shoes. Wear light, loose fitting clothing. Wear a brimmed hat. Bring water to keep hydrated.• Bring a cooler—better yet, a cooler on wheels with a few reusable ice bricks for meats and delicate prod-uct. Also, bring lots of large sturdy canvas or nylon shopping bags, and consider collapsible shopping (or laundry) cart to haul around your finds.• Plan your timing. If you get to the market early, you will have the best selection of product. If you get to the market late, you may find some great deals. Regardless, plan for an appropriate amount of time to get in, shop and get out; this isn’t a conve-nience store.• Think about how you are going to use your pur-chases. Are you making dinner that night? Do you want some strawberries to freeze or make preserves? Are you going to make a big pot of soup and refrig-erate it until later in the week? Have a game plan for your meals—but be flexible—you can’t predict Mother Nature and what she will have for you at the market this week.
• Ask lots of questions. Make sure that the produce is local, and not trucked in. Depending on your priorities, find out if the offerings are organic or what pesticides are used. Ask for suggestions on how a product should be stored, or some of the ways it may be used.• Try samples. Many farmers slice up fruit and produce for tastes; you may find some new favorites.• Know your seasons. Unless it is grown hydroponically, you aren’t going to get a tomato in April. Plan a little ahead and look on the market’s website to see what is fresh that week. Get online with your child ahead of time and try to anticipate what they may see at the market during the visit.• Bring cash. Some producers take credit cards or checks, but most don’t. Also, because many folks pay with a $20, they may run short on change, so try to bring ones and fives.• Also, keep in mind that this is not an all-or-nothing proposition. Of course you will still have to shop at the grocery store, but try making a small change by shopping for at least 10 to 25 percent of your consum-ables at a farm stand/market.
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make the most of your farmers market experience
Tips & Tricks
coming right up
Chicken Strips Ingredients1⁄2 cup peanut oil2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1⁄2-inch strips
Thai Peanut Sauce Ingredients1⁄3 cup evaporated milk 1⁄3 cup coconut milk 1⁄3 cup smooth peanut butter (make your own with Virginia peanuts) 1 tablespoon soy sauce1⁄4 teaspoon ground ginger Hot chile sauce, such as Sriracha
Salad Ingredients3-5 cups mixed salad greens1 cup baby spinach1 red bell pepper, julienned1 yellow bell pepper, julienned2 tomatoes, diced2 carrots, shredded
MethodMake the chicken. Whisk the peanut oil, soy
sauce, brown sugar, garlic, gingerroot, coriander,
pepper flakes, and black pepper together in a medium bowl. Place the chicken strips in a shal-low baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 3 hours, turning once.
Make the sauce. Combine the evaporated milk, coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, and a dash of hot chile sauce in a blender and pro-cess until smooth, about 30 seconds. Set aside.
Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high and thread the chicken strips on metal or soaked wooden skewers. You’ll need 4 to 6 skewers, depending on how the chicken is sliced. Grill until the juices run clear, turning every 4 to 5 minutes, 12 to 15 minutes. (You can also use a grill pan or skillet to cook the chicken indoors.)
Divide the salad greens and vegetables among the plates. Place several skewers atop each plate of greens and drizzle with the peanut sauce before serving.
Pair with:AmRhein Wine Cellar, TraminetteGrayhaven Winery, RieslingGray Ghost Vineyards, GewurztraminerLake Anna Winery, Seyval BlancMoss Vineyards Rose
Yields 4-6 servings
From my book, Dishing Up Virginia
GRILLED THAI CHICKEN SALAD
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By Patrick Evans-Hylton
A FORK AND THE ROADSmith Mountain Lake & Lake Anna
Lake Anna
a Tale of Two Lakesit’s summertime and the living’s fine at Smith mountain Lake and Lake anna
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A FORK AND THE ROADSmith Mountain Lake & Lake Anna
THE LAKE: SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKESoutheast of Roanoke and southwest
of Lynchburg, Smith Mountain Lake was created in 1963 with the damming of the Roanoke River in a rural, broad valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The result was more than just producing electricity for the area; some 500 miles of shoreline was created, and with it scores of recreational opportunities, from watersports like boating and fishing—especially for striped bass—to camping and golf.
In addition to the community of Smith Mountain Lake, other towns include Huddleston, Moneta, Union Hall and Wirtz as well as Smith Mountain Lake State Park.
The towns offer unique shopping and din-ing opportunities, and nearby are several vine-yards for the Virginia wine lover in all of us.
THE WINES/IMBIBES: THREE TO TRYWine grapes have been grown at Hickory
Hill Vineyards and Winery (1722 Hickory Cove Ln., Moneta; 540-296-1393; www.SMLWine.com) for more than three decades, and the lineup of their vintages is 100 percent local. We like the Mist, an off-dry blend of Vidal Blanc and Chardonnay, full-bodied and fruity Cabernet Sauvignon, and sweet blush Redbud.
Also at Smith Mountain Lake is Ramulose Ridge Vineyards (3061 Hendricks Store Rd., Moneta; 540-309-6375;
www.RamuloseRidgeVineyards.com), run by natives of the area. Try the Virginia classics, citrusy Viognier or rich Cab Franc, or the crisp Vidal Blanc
Founded by a retired Marine, Savoy-Lee Winery (5800 Johnson Mountain Rd., Huddleston; 540-297-9275; www.Savoy-Lee.com) uses all Virginia fruit in such vintages as the Johnson Mountain White, a delightful blend of Rkatsitelli and Chardonnay and the light, fruity Cabernet Franc Rose’.
There are many other notable wineries in the region, as well as a number of wine trails that traverse the landscape; check with the Virginia Wine Marketing Office, link below, for more information.
Also of note, the Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival is held each September: contact the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce for more information.More: Virginia Wine Marketing Office, www.VirginiaWine.org
THE FOOD: THREE TO TRYThe Landing Restaurant (773 Ashmeade Rd.,
Moneta; 540-721-3028; TheLandingSML.com)
offers stunning lake views from both the din-ing room and outdoor seating. A wide assort-ment of dishes are offered, like the Gnocchi & Cheeks; housemade gnocchi with braised heritage pork cheek ragout, pecorino romano and gremolata.
Fine dining selections, many with a com-fort food accent, are found at The Black Water Cafe (4730 Scruggs Rd., Moneta; 540-721-4333; www.TheBlackwaterCafe.com); the Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder
has our eye. Waller’s (1617 Crystal Shores
Dr., Moneta; 540-297-0055; www.HollerAtWaller.com) is a fun venue with great Smith Mountain Lake views and an approachable and affordable menu of burgers, sandwiches, platters and pub grub. We love the sound of the BBQ Quesadilla; pulled pork and jack cheese stuffed tortillas topped with pico de gallo.
For a complete list of markets, gourmet shops, restaurants and other agents of edibles as well as attractions and events, see the sec-tion at the end of this article to contact area visitor’s bureaus.
STAY A WHILE, SEE THE SITESFor folks looking for a bed and breakfast
experience in town or the surrounding area, the Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia (www.InnVirginia.com) is also a good resource; a link is below.
Smith Mountain Lake
Lake Anna
Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival
But wait there’s more:For more travel information, visit
these folks: Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce, www.VisitSmithMountainLake.com.
Franklin County Tourism, www.VisitFranklinCountyVa.org.
lthough two of Virginia’s top lakes for recreation and relaxation were built
initially for the utility purpose of pro-viding electricity, it’s the former that’s foremost in our minds, especially come spring and summer.
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500 miles of glistening shoreline nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Year-round appeal. History & Wine anytime. Fish. Boat. Golf. Dine. Shop. For a FREE Visitor’s Guide: www.visitsmithmountainlake.com or 540.721.1203.
www.VisitFranklinCountyVa.org540-483-3030
Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commercewww.visitsmithmountainlake.com
THE LAKE: LAKE ANNALocation, location, location: Lake Anna,
one of Virginia’s largest freshwater inland lakes, is centrally located, near Charlottesville, Fredericksburg and Richmond and less than 75 miles south of Washington, D.C.
There are about 200 miles of shoreline of the lake, created in 1972 with the damming of the North Anna River to provide water for Dominion Power’s North Anna Nuclear Generating Station.
Like Smith Mountain Lake, an impres-sive number of recreational opportunities are offered at the 13,000-acre body of water on public and private lands.
The lake is often referred to as having a cold side and a hot side; the cold side being where water is taken into the nuclear power plant for cooling the generators, and the hot side near the plant’s discharge point can be noticeably warmer.
Also like Smith Mountain Lake, the sur-rounding communities, and larger towns, pro-vide additional entertainment venues, as well as shopping and restaurants.
THE WINES/IMBIBES: THREE TO TRYLocated in an old dairy barn, the family-
owned Lake Anna Winery (5621 Courthouse Rd., Spotsylvania; 540-895-5085;
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A FORK AND THE ROADSmith Mountain Lake & Lake Anna
www.LAWinery.com) is a must-stop in the area. Grab a crisp, refresh-ing Lake Side White to enjoy on picnics, a nicely-balanced Barrel Select Chardonnay, or a rich Cabernet Franc.
At the hip and very eco-friendly Cooper Vineyards (13372 Shannon Hill Rd., Louisa; 540-894-5474; www.CooperVineyards.com) tasting room, pick up some citrusy Pinot Grigio, full-bodied Norton Reserve, or much-acclaimed Noche chocolate-infused dessert wine.
A charming Old World tasting room reflects the wine styles at Grayhaven Winery (4675 E. Grey Fox Rd., Gum Spring; 804-556-3917; www.GrayhavenWinery.com). Grab a bright Sauvignon Blanc, spicy Seyval Blanc or bold Touriga.
There are many other notable wineries in the region, as well as a num-ber of wine trails that traverse the landscape; check with the Virginia Wine Marketing Office, link below, for more information.More: Virginia Wine Marketing Office, www.VirginiaWine.org.
THE FOOD: THREE TO TRYThe fine dining Tavern on the Rail (81 Tavern Rd., Mineral;
540-872-7245; www.TavernOnTheRail.weebly.com) is located in the historic former Harris Poindexter Store, built in 1837 and offering a variety of items including a Certified Angus Prime Rib.
Tim’s at Lake Anna Restaurant & Crabhouse (200 Boardwalk Way, Mineral; 540-894-5011; www.TimsLakeAnna.com) offers scenic waterfront views at The Boardwalk on Lake Anna. From a varied menu, seafood is the focus here.
Contemporary offerings at Obrigado (109 West Main St.; Louisa; 540-967-9447; www.ObrigadoRestaurant.com) include a rich Spanish Stew accented with saffron and smoked paprika.
For a complete list of markets, gourmet shops, restaurants and other agents of edibles as well as attractions and events, see the section at the end of this article to contact area visitor’s bureaus.
STAY A WHILE, SEE THE SITESFor folks looking for a bed and breakfast
experience in town or the surrounding area, the Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia (www.InnVirginia.com) is also a good resource; a link is below.
But wait there’s more:
For more travel information, visit these folks: Lake Anna Chamber of Commerce,
www.LakeAnnaChamber.org.Orange County Tourism,
www.visitorangevirginia.com.
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FESTIVALS Wine & Trotter Festival
Shenandoah Co. Fairgrounds WoodstockJune 6, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wine & Jazz FestivalFrontier Culture Museum
StauntonJune 27, 1–7 p.m.
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A FORK AND THE ROADFarmers Markets
To Market, To Market
By Patrick Evans-Hylton
ong before most folks are awake, even as the sun’s first rays are peeking above the horizon, farmers are arriving
at the market, their trucks filled with fresh, sea-sonal produce to sell.
There are others arriving too: purveyors of fresh seafood, meats and cheese. Bakers with breads and sweets. A person selling fresh and dried herbs.
It’s a scene in many Virginia towns: the public market is setting up shop for the day. In some places, this occurs daily; in others it is
weekly. Some markets run throughout the year, while others operate seasonally.
But one thing holds true for all of them: they are not just a source for great food but for entertainment, too.
Farmers markets are a wonderful place to get a feel for a region. In Coastal Virginia, you’ll get markets with more seafood offerings. In the Shenandoah Valley, you may see Mennonites selling cheese, or a wide range of apple varieties available.
Markets give a sense of place and a sense of adventure. You can spend the day walking
around, understanding the food and foodways of the town you are in.
You can sample fruits and vegetables, as well as other goods. Even if you are visiting, you may find plenty of packaged specialty goods to take home and savor later. There may be a chef demonstration with recipes as a souvenir, or a busker playing a tune or two.
Here are three such markets, and some ideas of what to do when visiting the region; we’ll explore more in future issues of Virginia Wine Lover.
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THE TOWN: CHARLOTTESVILLE
THE MARKET: CHARLOTTESVILLE CITY MARKET
This open-air market has been offering a wide assortment of produce and specialty goods from around the rolling Piedmont since 1973.
The market runs Saturdays from 7 a.m. to noon, April through December, and typically
features more than 100 ven-dors. A full list of vendors is on the mar-ket’s website in season.
This is a producers-only
market, meaning that the vendor must be
directly involved with the growing, harvest or production of the item they are selling.
THE WINES/IMBIBES: THREE TO TRYThere are many wineries around
Charlottesville, Virginia’s historic heart of Wine Country, but for the vintages offered and the bucolic setting, a must-visit is Barboursville Vineyards (17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville; 540-832-3824; www.BBVWine.com).
The luscious Vermentino Reserve, rich Octagon (a Bordeaux-style blend) and enchang-ing Brut Rose’ Cuvee sparkling are favorites.
Just around the corner from Monticello is Jefferson Vineyards (1353 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy., Charlottesville; 434-977-3042; www.JeffersonVineyards.com).
Sit out on the deck and enjoy the country-side while sipping one of their must-drinks, the beautifully balanced Chardonnay Reserve 2013, full bodied and flavored Petit Verdot 2012, or palate pleasing Vin Blanc.
While Virginia is known for wine, a burgeoning beer movement is taking place, and in Charlottesville we love Champion Brewing Company (324 Sixth St., Charlottesville; 434-295-2739; www.ChampionBrewingCompany.com).
Of all the wonderful offerings, we go back to the Killer Kolsch time and time again.
There are many other notable wineries in the region, as well as a number of wine trails that tra-verse the landscape; check with the Virginia Wine Marketing Office, link below, for more information.More: Virginia Wine Marketing Office
www.VirginiaWine.org
THE FOOD: THREE TO TRY
Grab a sandwich, a hunk of cheese, some charcuterie and a glass of wine at the gourmet shop Feast! in the Main Street Market (416 W. Main St., Charlottesville; 434-244-7800; www.FeastVirginia.com).
Mosey around the corner of the building for
some sweets that will knock your socks off at Gearharts Fine Chocolates (434-972-9100; www.GearhartsChocolates.com).
At the very-hip Commonwealth Restaurant & Skybar (422 E. Main St., Charlottesville, 434-202-7728; www.CommonwealthSkybar.com) grab a well-crafted cocktail and entrée like Grilled Pork Flat Iron.
For a complete list of markets, gourmet shops, restaurants and other agents of edibles, see the section at the end of this article to contact area visitor’s bureaus.
STAY A WHILE, SEE THE SITESFor a complete list of attractions, events and
area accommodations, see the section at the end of this article to contact area visitor’s bureaus.
For folks looking for a bed and breakfast experi-ence in town or the surrounding area, the Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia (www.InnVirginia.com) is also a good resource; a link is below.
THE TOWN: ROANOKE
THE MARKET: ROANOKE HISTORIC CITY MARKET
This market, the oldest continuously operat-ing open-air market in Virginia, has thrived since 1882.
Many vendors have been here a long time: Martin’s Plant Farm has had a presence at the market since 1904. A full list of vendors is on the market’s website.
The center around the market is also a hubbub of activity, with quaint shops and acclaimed restaurants.
The market is open year-round, seven days a week, closing only on Christmas and New Year’s Day. Market hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
THE WINES/IMBIBES: THREE TO TRYIn the rolling hills north of Roanoke, linger
at Fincastle Vineyard & Winery (203 Maple Ridge Ln., Fincastle; 540-591-9000; www.FincastleWine.com) and try the fruit-forward, stainless steel fermented Viognier, the full bod-ied, noble Cabernet Franc, and the sweet, floral Traminette.
Villa Appalachia (752 Rock Castle Gorge, Floyd; 540-593-3100; www.VillaAppalaccia.com) is located south of Roanoke along the sce-nic Blue Ridge Parkway.
There is a Mediterranean feel at the winery and in the wines. We enjoy the well-rounded Toscanello, similar to a Chianti; the food-friendly Sangiovese, and the fruity, mineral-laced Pinot Grigio.
Just down the parkway from Villa Appalachia is Chateau Morrisette (287 Winery Rd., Floyd; 540-593-2865; www.TheDogs.com), which fea-tures a gorgeous chateau-inspired tasting room, and a restaurant with spectacular mountain and valley views.
Our favorite wines include the rich Nouveau Chien 2012, port-style Heritage 2011 (made with barn-dried Chambourcin grapes), and the citrusy blend, 4 White Grapes.
There are many other notable wineries in the region, as well as a number of wine trails that traverse the landscape; check with the Virginia Wine Marketing Office, link below, for more information.More: Virginia Wine Marketing Officewww.VirginiaWine.org
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But wait there’s more:For more travel information,
visit these folks: Charlottesville Albemarle Convention &
Visitors Bureau, www.VisitCharlottesville.org.
The Charlottesville City Market is at 207 South First St., Charlottesville. Call 434-970-3371 or visit www.Charlottesville CityMarket.com
Charlottesville City Market
The Roanoke Historic City Market is at 213 Market St., Roanoke. Call 540-
342-2028 or visit www.Downtown
Roanoke.org/city-market
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THE FOOD: THREE TO TRYIt’s hard to beat the classic, downhome
breakfast at The Roanoker (2522 Colonial Ave., Roanoke; 540-344-7746; www.TheRoanokerRestaurant.com) and its delicious offering of eggs, country ham, fried apples and world-famous biscuits.
Open since 1930, Texas Tavern (114 Church Ave., Roanoke; 540-342-4825; www.TexasTavern-Inc.com) offers outstanding greasy spoon cuisine (we say lovingly) including out-standing chili (or chile, as they spell it).
Hot, hip and happening, cocktails and cre-ative cuisine (on an often-changing menu) at Lucky (18 Kirk Ave., Roanoke; 540-982-1249; www.EatAtLucky.com) sates appetites for some-thing upscale, but approachable.
For a complete list of markets, gourmet shops, restaurants and other agents of edibles, see the section at the end of this article to contact area visitor’s bureaus.
STAY A WHILE, SEE THE SITESFor a complete list of attractions, events and
area accommodations, see the section at the end of this article to contact area visitor’s bureaus.
For folks looking for a bed and breakfast experience in town or the surrounding area, the Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia (www.InnVirginia.com) is also a good resource; a link is below.
THE TOWN: WILLIAMSBURG
THE MARKET: WILLIAMSBURG FARMERS MARKET
When Williamsburg became Virginia’s capital in 1699, designs included a market square along Duke of Gloucester Street. The market and the annual fairs hosted there were authorized by King George I “for the Sale and Vending of all, and all Manner of Cattle, Victuals, Provisions, Goods, Wares and Merchandises, whatsoever.”
Today the award-winning Williamsburg Farmers Market is just a few blocks up from that original location in the heart of Merchant’s Square. The open-air gathering is held year-round, with regular season, seasonal, holiday and winter markets. A schedule and list of ven-dors is on the market’s website.
Special entertainment and chef demonstra-tions are a regular part of the Williamsburg Farmers Market.
But wait there’s more:For more travel information, visit these folks: The Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau,
www.VisitRoanokeVA.com
Roanoke Historic City Market
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THE WINES/IMBIBES: THREE TO TRYWilliamsburg Winery (5800 Wessex
Hundred, Williamsburg; 757-229-0999; www.WilliamsburgWinery.com) has a—rightfully so—colonial feel from the moment you drive up. The tour and tastings are great, and we love to dine at the casual Gabriel Archer Tavern or more formal Café Provencal.
From award-winning winemaker Matthew Meyer we enjoy the acclaimed Petit Verdot and Malbec blend, Adagio, the deep, full-bodied Burgesses’ Measure Merlot, and the well-bal-anced Matthew’s Chardonnay.
From a stunning tasting room, New Kent Winery (8400 Old Church Rd., New Kent; 804-932-8240; www.NewKentWinery.com) offers a full line-up of vintages. Among our favorites: the crisp, fruity Vidal Blanc, full-bodied and flavorful Chardonnay Reserve, and rich Bordeaux-style Meritage.
At Saude Creek Vineyards (16230 Cooks Mill Rd., Lanexa; 804-966-5896; www.SaudeCreek.com) a wonderful pastime is sitting on the porch looking back to the Pamunkey River, or in the tasting room in front of the fireplace enjoying wines like the Tavern White, Saude Creek Red, or Vidal Blanc.
There are many other notable wineries in the region, as well as a number of wine trails that
traverse the landscape; check with the Virginia Wine Marketing Office, link below, for more information.More: Virginia Wine Marketing Officewww.VirginiaWine.org
THE FOOD: THREE TO TRYA wonderful sandwich with some coun-
try ham, a big piece of artisan cheese and some Virginia vino from the venerable The
Cheese Shop (410 W. Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg; 757-220-0298; www.CheeseShopWilliamsburg.com) makes our day.
Beautifully prepared French bistro cui-sine and a remarkable wine list is offered at Blue Talon Bistro (420 Prince George St., Williamsburg; 757-476-2583; www.BlueTalonBistro.com). We love starting with a housemade pate’ or charcuterie, and the sautéed calves liver is our hands-down favorite.
The original King’s Arm Tavern (415 E. Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg; 888-965-7254; www.ColonialWilliamsburg.com) opened in 1772, was described by tavern owner Jane Vobe as a place “where the best people resorted.” It still is, and is a must-eat location when we’re in town.
For a complete list of markets, gourmet shops, restaurants and other agents of edibles, see the sec-tion at the end of this article to contact area visi-tor’s bureaus.
STAY A WHILE, SEE THE SITESFor a complete list of attractions, events and
area accommodations, see the section at the end of this article to contact area visitor’s bureaus.
For folks looking for a bed and breakfast experience in town or the surrounding area, the Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia (www.InnVirginia.com) is also a good resource; a link is below.
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But wait there’s more:For more travel information,
visit these folks: Williamsburg Area Destination Marketing
Committee, www.VisitWilliamsburg.com.
Colonial Williamsburg, www.History.org.
Williamsburg Farmers Market
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Across the state an incredible industry has taken root and blossomed just within the past decade. Some 250 wineries, and businesses that support and promote those wineries—among them bed-and-breakfasts, gourmet shops, and tour operators—are thriving.
There is a lot to celebrate, and that’s where you came in.Continuing with the popular Best Of awards, we again opened our forums to
you, the true Virginia wine lover, to see what is on your mind and in your glass in our Best Of reader awards.
Tens of thousands of votes were cast in our poll, telling us favorite vintages, favorite winemakers, even favorite wine dog. You’ve shared with us where you like to take a weekend getaway, and where you like to stay when you get there.
It’s been a great response for our fifth Best Of endeavor.
Celebrating VWL’s FiFth annual Best Of readers’ chOice awards
Note: coNtact
iNformatioN for wiNeries caN be fouNd
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by patrick evans-hylton
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Best Of
Readers’ChoiceAwArds
Best Virginia Wine
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2012 Mosaic
SilverIngleside Vineyards
Petit Verdot
BronzePearmund Cellars
2011 Old Vine Chardonnay
Best Chardonnay
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2013 Chardonnay
SilverIngleside Vineyards
Chardonnay
BronzePearmund Cellars
2011 Old Vine Chardonnay
Best Dessert
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2012 Dusk
SilverCooper Vineyards Noche Chocolate
-tie-Ingleside Vineyards
October Harvest
BronzePearmund Cellars
Late Harvest Traminette
STATEWIDE WINE
Best Meritage
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2012 MosaicSilver
Ingleside VineyardsVirginia Gold 2007
BronzePearmund Cellars2011 Ameritage
Best Norton
GoldChrysalis Vineyards
2012 Locksley Reserve
SilverChrysalis Vineyards2011 Estate Bottled
-tie-Horton Vineyards
2013 Norton
BronzeChrysalis Vineyards
2011 Schitz & Giggels
Best Red Wine
GoldIngleside Vineyards
Petit Verdot
SilverSunset Hills Vineyard
2012 Reserve Cabernet Franc
BronzeSunset Hills Vineyard
2012 Mosaic
Best Viognier
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2013 ViognierFor almost a quarter-century, the
Viognier grape has been grown in Virginia with great results—and accolades. A few years ago, the
Virginia Wine Board even designated it as the state’s signature grape.
At Sunset Hills Vineyard, winemaker Nate Walsh takes
that grape and works magic. His expression is almost textbook: bright,
vibrant. Notes of white flower, ripe melon and stone fruit. Perfect on the
palate: sweet, but not cloy, with a nuance of spice.
SilverJefferson Vineyards
2013 Viognier
BronzePearmund Cellars
2013 Viongier
Best Fruit
GoldCorcoran Vineyards
Apple
SilverSaude Creek
VineyardsSaude Creek
White
BronzeHorton Winery
Blackberry Wine
Best Sparkling Wine
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2013 Dawn
SilverThibaut-Janisson
NV Blanc de Chardonnay
BronzePearmund Cellars
Brut
Best White Wine
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2013 Viognier
SilverWinery at Bull Run
Delany Chardonnay
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
Pinot Grigio
Best Wine Bottle Artwork
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard 2013 Sunset White
SilverIngleside VineyardsBlack Label series
BronzeBlenheim Vineyards
Painted Red
Best Of
Readers’ChoiceAwArds
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STATEWIDEWINERIES
Best Winery
GoldPearmund Cellars
SilverSunset Hills Vineyard
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
Best Winemaker
GoldPearmund CellarsChris Pearmund
Gaining the title of the state’s best winemaker isn’t an easy task.
Chris Pearmund has been working on it for more than 25 years as a winemaker, vineyard manager and winery operator. Along the
way he has mentored others in the industry, while still making his own
award-winning vintages. Pearmund is a past president
of the Virginia Vineyards Association, chair of the Virginia
Wine and Food Society, and board member of the Virginia
Wineries Association.
SilverSunset Hills Vineyard
Nate Walsh
BronzeKeswick VineyardsStephen Barnard
Best Wine Dog
GoldPearmund Cellars Tug
There is an affinity between dogs and humans, and those
ties are strongly seen at wineries. Greeting guests at almost every
vineyard is a four-legged, tail wagging furry ambassador. There have even been books
and calendars written about these wine dogs, and many
times folks come out equally to visit with the resident canine and
grab a glass of vino.At Peamund Cellars you’ll be
welcomed by Tug, a lumbering, loveable lug of a golden retriever.
SilverSunset Hills Vineyard
Onyx the Security Pup
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
Maddux
Best Eco-Friendly/Green
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverCooper Vineyards
BronzePearmund Cellars
Best Food Offerings
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverPippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
BronzeThe Williamsburg Winery
Best for Picnics
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverPearmund Cellars
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
Best for Weddings
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverIngleside Vineyards
BronzeKeswick Vineyards
Best Special Events
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverIngleside Vineyards
BronzeKeswick Vineyards
-tie-Rosemont of Virginia
Best Tasting Room
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
Before you even start sampling any of Sunset Hill’s award-winning vintages, you drink in something else: the gorgeous tasting room.
Set inside a restored historic Amish barn, the wine bar sits in
the center of this stunning setting. The pitched ceiling soars overhead,
warm sunlight filters in and dances off the glistening wood, and foot steps echo across the
floor. One word: stunning.
Best Winemaker along with his wife and the Best Wine Dog, Tug from Pearmund Cellars
Thank you for vot ing us BEST FRUIT WINE
14635 Corkys Farm Lane, Waterford, VAwww.corcoranvineyards.com
It’s about the Wine!
Pearmund CellarsAgain Best Winery in Virginia
Best Winemaker &Best Wine Dog
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SilverPearmund Cellars
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
Best Tour
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverPearmund Cellars
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
Best View/Outdoor Space
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverPearmund Cellars
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
Most Romantic
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
SilverPearmund Cellars
BronzeIngleside Vineyards
STATEWIDEMISCELLANEOUS
Best Bed and Breakfast
GoldStone Manor Vineyard and
Orchard Bed & Breakfast13193 Mountain Rd.,
Lovettsville540-822-3032
www.MyCountryRetreat.com
Set in the quaint hamlet of Lovettsville, in northern Loudoun County near the Potomac River,
Stone Manor Bed & Breakfast continues that relaxing charm in this intimate, old manor home.
There are romantic suites to retire to, gardens to explore,
delightful breakfasts to enjoy (showcasing local ingredients,
fresh eggs and homemade jams and jellies), and a music room and library for entertainment.
Tours to area vineyards, Civil War sites and other
locations are also offered.
SilverThe 1804 Inn,
Barboursville Vineyards17655 Winery Rd., Barboursville
540-832-3824www.BBWine.com
BronzeInn at Montross
21 Polk St., Montross804-493-8624
www.TheInnAtMontross.com
Best Cheese Shop
GoldThe Cheese Shop
410 W. Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg, 757-220-0298
www.CheeseShop Williamsburg.com
For more than four decades, The Cheese Shop has been the go-to place for cheese, wine and other specialty
foods (including prepared sandwiches) in Coastal Virginia.
The list of available cheeses in this charming shop, adjacent
to the fine dining restaurant, The Fat Canary, is like a who’s
who in the fromage world. Scores of offerings from artisan
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cheesemakers across the United States fill the case, including
items from Everona Dairy, Goats R Us, Marshall Farm and
Meadow Creek Dairy in Virginia. -tie-
Wegman’s Stores in Northern Virginia
www.Wegmans.com
SilverCheesetique
Stores in Northern Virginiawww.Cheesetique.com
BronzeThe Frenchman’s Corner129 E. Davis St., Culpeper
540-825-8025www.FrenchmanCorner.com
Best Gourmet Shop
GoldThe Frenchman’s Corner129 E. Davis St., Culpeper
540-825-8025www.FrenchmanCorner.com
-tieWegman’s Stores in Northern
Virginiawww.Wegmans.com
SilverThe Cheese Shop
410 W. Duke of Gloucester St., Williamsburg757-220-0298
www.CheeseShopWilliamsburg.com
BronzeOnce Upon A Vine
4009 Macarthur Ave., Richmond
804-726-9463www.OnceUponAVine.us
Best Retail/Accessories Shop
GoldWegman’s Stores
in Northern Virginiawww.Wegmans.com
SilverThe Frenchman’s Corner129 E. Davis St., Culpeper
540-825-8025www.FrenchmanCorner.com
BronzeWine Loves Chocolate
353 Main St., Washington540-227-8010
www.WineLovesChocolate.com
Best Restaurant Virginia Wine List
GoldMagnolias at the Mill
198 N. 21st St., Purcellville540-338-9800
www.MagnoliasMill.comThis fine-dining restaurant,
located in the heart of historic (and adorable) Purcellville, offers
new American cuisine in upscale-but-approachable surroundings.
The wine list is truly extensive, and we love that there is a section
completely devoted to Virginia vino—including dessert wines.
Don’t see a selection there you want? There is no corkage fee on up to two bottles per party
of Virginia wine with same-day proof-of-purchase from any
Virginia winery.The eatery further promotes
Virginia wine with its own wine trail map to help guide folks
across the state.
SilverThe Inn at Little Washington309 Middle St., Washington
540-675-3800www.TheInnAt
LittleWashington.com
BronzeL’Auberge Chez Francois
332 Springvale Rd., Great Falls703-759-3800
www.LAubergeChezFrancois.com
Best Wine-Themed Getaway
GoldPurcellville
www.VisitLoudoun.orgCharming is not overstating the
tiny town of Purcellville in Northern Virginia. Smack in the middle of some of the state’s most award-winning wineries, Purcellville has a historic downtown filled with boutiques and restaurants to
occupy your time when you are out sampling some Virginia vino.
There are entertainment venues, a farmers market, and more to
make the most of a great getaway.
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Best Wine Festival
GoldMount Vernon Wine Festival
& Sunset Tourswww.MountVernon.org Held in the spring and the
autumn, George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate is the perfect
backdrop for enjoying vintages from more than a dozen Virginia
wineries and live blues. Folks can meet George and Martha
on the mansion’s piazza and tour the home, including the basement where
the first president stored his wine. VIP tables offer tickets, private
waiter service, bottles of wine, dessert platters and fruit and cheese trays along with stunning views of the
grounds and Potomac River.
Thank you for voting us best festival in central
Virginia 2 years in a row
1351 N. Amherst Hwy., Amherst, VA 24521
(434) 381-6088www.summersolstice
festival.com7th Annual June 20-21, 2015
The Cheese Shop, WilliamsburgThe Power Family (left to right): Cathy Power Pattisall, Mary Ellen Power Rogers, Mary Ellen Power Sr, Thomas Power Sr, and Thomas Power Jr
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EASTERN REGIONBest Winery
GoldIngleside VineyardsOne of the pioneers in
the modern Virginia wine industry, Ingleside Vineyards,
located in the Northern Neck George Washington Birthplace AVA, has been
producing award-winning wine since 1980.
A large, well-rounded offering of vintages,
including a sparkling wine, has gained
many merits, including placements at the
State Fair of Virginia Awards and Virginia
Governor’s Cup Competition. In 2010, owner
Doug Flemer was presented a lifetime
achievement award from the
Virginia Wineries Association.
SilverThe Williamsburg Winery
BronzeSaude Creek Vineyards
Best White Wine
GoldIngleside Vineyards
Pinot Grigio
SilverIngleside Vineyards
Chardonnay
BronzeAthena Vineyards & Winery
Athena White-tie-
Gauthier VineyardViognier
Best Red Wine
GoldIngleside Vineyards
Petit Verdot
SilverNew Kent Winery
White Norton
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SilverStratford Hall Wine and Oyster Festival
www.StratfordHall.org
BronzeVirginia Wine Expo
www.VirginiaWineExpo.com
Best Wine Tour/ Limo Company
GoldPoint to Point
www.PointToPointLimo.com
SilverReston Limo
www.RestonLimo.com
BronzeCamryn Limousine
www.Camryn-Limo.com
CENTRAL REGIONBest Winery
GoldKeswick Vineyards
Located on the Monticello Wine Trail, Keswick Vineyards is a family owned and operated
winery and vineyard just outside Charlottesville. The grounds unfold
among the rolling Piedmont on the historic Edgewood Estate.
Winemaker Stephen Barnard has garnered quite a few kudos
for Keswick, including the highest rating, 88 points, by Wine Spectator on their Viognier and
Viognier Reserve and winner of the 2009 Virginia Governor’s Cup for their 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon.
SilverBarboursville Vineyards
BronzeJefferson Vineyards
Best White Wine
GoldKeswick Vineyards
V Squared
SilverJefferson Vineyards
2013 Viognier
BronzeHorton Vineyards
2013 Viognier-tie-
Lazy Days WineryCapuchin White
Best Red Wine
GoldKeswick Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
SilverBarboursville Vineyards
Octagon
BronzeJefferson Vineyards
2010 Meritage
Best Fruit Wine
GoldHorton Winery
Blackberry
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Keswick Vineyards
SilverPrince Michel Vineyards & Winery
Rapidan River Peach-tie-
Lazy Days WineryBill’s Blackberry
BronzePeaks of Otter Winery
Chili Dawg (apple/chili pepper)
Best Sparkling Wine
GoldThibaut-Jannison WineryNV Blanc de Chardonnay
SilverTrump Winery
Rose’
BronzeTrump Winery
Blanc de Blancs-tie-
Veritas Vineyards & WineryScintilla
Best Dessert Wine
GoldKeswick Vineyards
Royale
SilverCooper VineyardsNoche Chocolate
BronzeLazy Days Winery
Sweet Nights-tie-
Wintergreen WineryRaspberry
Best Wine Festival
GoldMontpelier Wine Festival
www.MontpelierWineFestival.com
SilverVirginia Wine Expo
www.VirginiaWineExpo.com
BronzeThe Taste of Monticello,
Monticello Wine Trailwww.MonticelloWineTrail.org
-tie-Lazy Days Winery
Summer Solstice Festival
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NORTHERN REGIONBest Winery
GoldSunset Hills VineyardOwners Mike and Diane
Canney planted their first vines at Sunset Hills in
1999, with the first harvest of more than six tons
of Chardonnay in 2001. Vineyard space expanded, and the stunning tasting
room, inside a restored Amish barn, opened
in 2008.Winemaker Nate Walsh
shares his experience from working at vineyards and
wineries in as far-flung locales as Oregon and
New Zealand to produce award-winning vintages.
SilverPearmund Cellars
BronzeBreaux Vineyards
Best White Wine
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2013 Viognier
SilverPearmund Cellars
2013 Viognier
BronzeDoukenie Winery
2013 Viognier
Best Red Wine
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2012 Mosaic
SilverSunset Hills Vineyard
Cabernet Franc Reserve 2012
BronzePearmund Cellars2011 Petit Verdot
Best Fruit Wine
GoldCorcoran Vineyard
Apple
-tie-Saude Creek
VineyardsSaude Creek Red
BronzeThe Williamsburg
Winery2012 Adagio
-tieThe Hague Winery
Meritage 2008
Best Fruit Wine
GoldThe Williamsburg
WineryVin Licoreux de
Framboise
Best Sparkling Wine
GoldIngleside Vineyards
Virginia Brut
Best Dessert Wine
GoldIngleside Vineyards
October Harvest
SilverThe Williamsburg
Winery2012 Late Harvest
Vidal Blanc
BronzeNew Kent Winery
Sweet Virginia-tie-
Athena Vineyard & Winery
Sweet White
Best Wine Festival
GoldStratford Hall Wine and Oyster Festival
www.StratfordHall.com
SilverA Taste of New Kent
www.ATasteOfNewKent.com
BronzePamunkey River
Wine Festivalwww.Pamunkey
RiverWineFestival.com
SilverFabbioli Cellars
Raspberry Merlot
BronzeBluemont Vineyard
Peach
Best Sparkling Wine
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2013 Dawn
SilverPearmund Cellars
1991 Sparkling Brut Reserve
BronzeWinery at La Grange
NV Reserve Brut-tie-
Paradise Springs Winery
Apres Sparkling Viognier
-tie-Tarara Winery
Bad to the Bubbles Blanc de Blanc
Best Dessert Wine
GoldSunset Hills Vineyard
2012 Dusk
SilverPearmund Cellars
Late Harvest Traminette
BronzeFabiolli Cellars
Raspberry Merlot
Best Wine Festival
GoldPurcellville Wine and
Food Festivalwww.Purcellville
WineAndFood.com
SilverVintage Virginia
Wine Festivalwww.VintageVirginia.com
BronzeMount Vernon
Wine Festival and Sunset Tours
www.MountVernon.org
SHENANDOAH REGIONBest Winery
GoldBarren Ridge Vineyards
It wasn’t always grapes that grew here; Barren Ridge
Vineyards is built on the Higgs family’s former apple orchard.
Owners John and Shelby Higgs cleared the land, planted
grapevines and turned the charming 1890s apple barn
into a winery, including a tasting room. Barren Ridge became the first winery in Augusta County in 2004.
Look for an assorted portfolio of vintages,
including single varietals like Petit Verdot, Touriga and
Viognier, as well as blends like Red Barren (Chambourcin, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and
Petit Verdot).
SilverFox Meadow Winery
BronzeGlen Manor Vineyard
-tie-Little Washington Winery
-tie-Veramar Vineyard
Best White Wine
GoldCrossKeys Vineyards
Joy
SilverBarren Ridge Vineyards
Tinkling Spring-tie-
Fox Meadow Vineyards2013 Riesling
BronzeBarren Ridge Vineyards
Traminette
Best Red Wine
GoldCrossKeys Vineyards
Meritage
SilverFox Meadow Vineyards
2011 Cabernet Franc Reserve
BronzeGlen Manor Vineyards
Hodder Hill-tie-
Barren Ridge VineyardsMeritage
Best Fruit Wine
GoldNorth Mountain
Vineyard & Winery
Apple
Best Dessert Wine
GoldVeramar Vineyard
D’Ora
SilverShenandoah
VineyardsRaspberry Serenade
-tie-Cave Ridge
VineyardFandango
BronzeBarren Ridge
Vineyards2011 Christof
Best Wine Festival
GoldCrossKeys
Vineyards Festival-tie-
Shenandoah Wine & Jazz Festival
www.ShenandoahValley
WineTrail.com
SilverShenandoah
Winery Annual Harvest Festival
BronzeWinestock at
Little Washington Winery and Vineyards
-tie-Daylily Food and
Wine Festivalwww.Viette.com
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From Bud Break to Bottle100% Estate Grown & Produced
100% Virginia
Thank you for voting us the Southern Region’s:
Favorite WineryBest Red Wine – Kilravock
Best White Wines – Pinot Grigio & Traminette
Best Dessert Wine – Lake Country SunsetAnd Best Festival for the
Rosemont Wine & Art Festival
1050 Blackridge Rd., La Crosse, VA 23950(434) 636-9463 • www.rosemontofvirginia.com
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SOUTHERN REGIONBest Winery
GoldRosemont of Virginia
Built on a farmstead dating back to the mid-1700s, Rosemont today grows wine grapes here; its first in-house vintage was in 2007. All wines are 100 percent estate
grown, produced and bottled on site.Rosemont offers a selection of single varietal
wines like Pinot Grigio, Traminette, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, as well as a number of
blends, like the Bordeaux-style Kilravock. A port-style dessert wine features blueberry wine
made from berries at Rosemont.Several vintages were honored at
the 2014 Virginia Governor’s Cup.
SilverAnnefield Vineyards
BronzeSan Soucy Vineyards
Best White Wine
GoldRosemont of
VirginiaPinot Grigio 2012
SilverRosemont of
VirginiaTraminette
BronzeAnnefield Vineyards
Viognier 2013
Best Red Wine
GoldRosemont of
VirginiaKilravock 2011
SilverHunting Creek
VineyardsTemptation
-tie-Annefield Vineyards
Cabernet Franc 2012
BronzeTomahawk Mill
Winery Tobacco
Road Blues
Best Fruit Wine
GoldBright Meadows Farm Vineyard &
Winery Blackberry
-tie-Sans Soucy VineyardsBlackberry
Best Dessert Wine
GoldRosemont of Virginia
Milis Or
SilverHunting Creek
VineyardsDare
Best Wine Festival
GoldRosemont of
Virginia Festival
SilverSouth Hill Wine
Festivalwww.SouthHill
Rotary.com
BronzeSans Soucy
Vineyards Shrimp & Wine Festival
WESTERN REGIONBest Winery
GoldChateau Morrisette
Winery
SilverMountain Rose
Vineyard
BronzeValhalla Vineyards
-tie-Villa Appalacia
Winery
Best White Wine
GoldAbingdon Vineyard
& WineryTraminette
SilverMountain Rose
VineyardsAutumn Gold
Best Red Wine
GoldMountain Rose
VineyardsJawbone Red
SilverMountain Rose
VineyardsPardee Red
BronzeVilla Appalacia
WineryTuscanello
Best Fruit Wine
GoldColtsfoot Winery
Blackberry
Best Dessert Wine
GoldMountain Rose
WinerySweet Mountain
Rose
Best Wine Festival
GoldChateau Morrisette
Winery Festival
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Where to Find Virginia Wine
With the number of Virginia wineries surpassing 250—and no signs of
slowing down—there are plenty of places to find some mighty fine wine,
right from the source. On the next page is an alphabetical listing of Virginia
wineries, by region, along with the city and phone number. The regions
listed correspond with our Grapevine calendar of events. This listing is
provided as a service to readers and wineries, which are listed free of
charge. Send any changes to: [email protected].
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Abingdon Vineyard & WineryAbingdon – 276-623-1255
Attimo WineryChristiansburg – 24073540-382-7619
Beliveau Estate WineryBlacksburg – 540-961-0505
Blacksnake MeaderyDugspur – 540-834-6172
Brooks Mill WineryWirtz –540-721-5215
Chateau Morrisette WineryFloyd – 24091287 Winery RdBlue Ridge Parkway Milepost 171.5540-593-2865thedogs.comMon-Thurs 10am-5pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pmSee our ad on pg. 9
Coltsfoot WineryAbingdon –888-685-8750
Davis Valley Winery & VineyardRural Retreat – 276-686-8855
Firefly Hill VineyardsElliston – 540-529-5814
Foggy Ridge CiderDugspur – 276-398-2337
Mountain Rose VineyardsWise – 276-328-2013
Mt. Vale VineyardsGalax –276-238-9946
Plum Creek WineryTazwell –276-988-9792
Rural Retreat Winery & Dye’s VineyardsRural Retreat – 276-686-8300
Stanburn WineryStuart –276-694-7074
Villa Appalaccia WineryFloyd – 540-358-0357
Vincent’s VineyardLebanon – 276-889-2505
Webster C Hall Vineyards Callaway –540-761-9545
West Wind Farm Vineyard & WineryMax Meadows – 276-699-2020
SHENANDOAH REGION
612 Vineyard Berryville –540-535-6689
AmRhein Wine CellarsBent Mountain – 540-929-4632
Barren Ridge VineyardsFishersville – 540-248-3300
Blue Ridge VineyardEagle Rock – 540-798-7642
Bluestone VineyardBridgewater – 228124828 Spring Creek Rd540-828-0099bluestonevineyard.comMon- Sat 11am-6pm Sun 1-6pmSee our ad on pg. 41
Cave Ridge VineyardMt. Jackson – 540-477-2585
Cedar Creek WineryStar Tannery – 540-436-8394
Cross Keys VineyardsMt. Crawford – 228416011 East Timber Ridge Rd540-234-0505crosskeysvineyards.comApr. 1-Oct. 31 Daily 11am-7pm; Nov. 1-Mar. 31 Daily 12pm-5pmSee our ad on pg. 41
Fincastle Vineyard & WineryFincastle – 540-591-9000
Fox Meadow WineryLinden – 226423310 Freezeland Road 540-636-6777foxmeadowwinery.comThur, Fri, Sun & Mon 11am-5pm, Sat 11am-6pmSee our ad on pg. 3
Glen Manor Vineyard Front Royal – 540-635-6324
Guilford Ridge Vineyard Luray – 540-778-3853
Hunt’s Vineyard Stuarts Draft –540-942-8689
Jump Mountain Vineyard Rockbridge Baths –540-348-6730
Lexington Valley VineyardsRockbridge Baths – 540-462-2974
Luray Caverns Vineyard Luray –540-743-6551
Miller Winery Front Royal –540-692-1411
Misty Mountain MeadworksWinchester – 540-888-4420
Mountain View VineyardStratsburg –540-635-5369
Muse VineyardsWoodstock – 540-459-7033
North MountainMauertown –540-436-9463
Old Hill CiderTimberville – 540-896-7582
Ox Eye VineyardsStaunton – 540-849-7926
Rockbridge VineyardRaphine – 540-377-6204
Shenandoah VineyardEdinburgh –540-984-8699
Twin Oaks Tavern WineryBluemont – 540-554-4547
Valerie Hill Vineyard & Winery Stephens City –540-869-9567
Valhalla VineyardsRoanoke – 540-725-9463
Veramar WineryBerryville – 540-955-5510
Virginia Mountain VineyardsFincastle – 540-473-2979
Wicked Oak Farms & Vineyard Star Tannery –571-201-2963
The Winery at Kindred PointMount Jackson – 540-477-3570
Wisteria Farm & VineyardStanley – 540-742-1489
Wolf Gap Vineyard & WineryEdinburgh –540-984-3306
NORTHERN REGION
868 Estate VineyardsPurcellville –540-668-7008
8 Chains North WineryWaterford –571-439-2255
Above Ground WineryPurcellville –540-579-4467
Arterra Wines Delaplane –540-422-3443
Aspen Dale WineryDelaplane – 540-364-6178
The Barns at Hamilton Station VineyardsHamilton – 540-338-5309
Barrel Oak WineryDelaplane – 540-364-6402
Berry Hill VineyardFlint Hill – 540-675-2205
Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery Delaplane – 540-364-2347
Bluemont VineyardBluemont – 540-554-8439
Bogati Bodega & VineyardRound Hill –540-338-1144
Boxwood WineryMiddleburg – 540-687-8778
Breaux VineyardsHillsboro – 540-668-6299
Cana Vineyards & Winery of MiddleburgMiddleburg – 703-348-2458
Capitol VineyardsDelplane –540-364-6249
Cardamon Family VineyardsPurcellville – 540-668-9018
Carroll VineyardsLeesburg – 703-777-3322
Casanel VineyardsLeesburg – 540-751-1776
Castle Gruen Vineyards & WineryLocust Dale – 540-229-2498
Catoctin Creek WineryPurcellville –540-668-7707
Chateau O’Brien at NorthpointMarkham – 540-364-6441
Chester Gap CellarsFront Royal – 540-636-8086
Chrysalis VineyardsMiddleburg – 540-687-8222
Cobbler Mountain CellarsDelaplane –540-364-2802
Corcoran Vineyards Waterford – 20197 14635 Corkys Farm Lane 540-882-9073corcoranvineyards.comSat & Sun, 12pm-5pm. All other times by appointment.See our ad on pg. 38
Creek’s Edge Winery Lovettsville –540-822-3825
Crushed CellarsPurcellville –571-374-WINE (9463)
Delaplane CellarsDelaplane – 540-592-7210
Desert Rose Ranch & WineryHume – 540-635-3200
Doukenie WineryPurcellville – 540-668-6464
Dry Mill Vineyards WineryLeesburg – 703-737-3930
Eden Try Estate Winery 6818 River Road –540-786-0037
Fabbioli CellarsLeesburg – 703-771-1197
Gadino CellarsWashington – 540-987-9292
Granite Heights Orchard & WineryWarrenton –540-349-5185
Gray Ghost Vineyards Amissville – 540-937-4869
Greenhill Winery & Vineyards Middleburg 540-687-6968
Grey Horse Vineyards Midland –540-788-4620
Hartwood WineryFredericksburg – 540-752-4893
Hidden Brook Winery Leesburg – 703-737-3935
Hiddencroft VineyardsLovettsville – 540-535-5367
Hillsborough VineyardsPurcellville – 540-668-6216
Hunter’s Run Wine BarnHamilton –703-926-4183
Lake Anna WinerySpotsylvania – 540-895-5085
Leaves of Grass VineyardsMiddleburg – 540-364-1997
Little Washington WineryWashington – 540-987-8330
Lost Creek WineryLeesburg –703-443-9836
Loudoun Valley VineyardsWaterford – 540-882-3375
Maggie Malick Wine CavesPurcellville – 540-668-6042
Magnolia Vineyards & Winery Amissville –703-785-8180
Maidstone Meadery Stevensburg – 703-303-2090
Marterella WineriesWarrenton – 540-347-1119
Mattaponi WinerySpotsylvania – 540-582-2897
Mediterranean Cellars Warrenton – 540-428-1984
Miracle Valley VineyardsDelaplane – 540-364-0228
Molon Lave VineyardsWarrenton –540-439-5460
Morais VineyardsBealeton –703-369-2241
Naked Mountain VineyardMarkham – 540-364-1609
Narmada WineryAmissville –540-937-8215
North Gate VineyardPurcelleville – 540-668-6248
Notaviva Vineyards Purcellville – 540-668-6756
Nova Ridge Vineyards Waterford –571-437-5686
Old House VineyardsCulpeper – 540-423-1032
Otium CellarsPurcellville – 540-338-2027
Paradise Springs WineryClifton –703-830-9463
Pearmund CellarsBroad Run – 201376190 Georgetown Road 540-347-3475pearmundcellars.comDaily 10am-6pm. All other times by appointment.See our ad on pg. 36
Philip Carter WineryHume – 540-964-1203
Potomac Point Vineyard & WineryStafford – 540-446-2266
Quattro Gombas WineryAldie – 703-327-6052
Quievremont WineWashington – 540-987-3192
Rappahannock CellarsHuntly – 540-635-9398
RdV VineyardsDelaplane – 540-364-0221
Rogers Ford Farm WinerySumerduck – 540-439-3707
Sassafras Shade Vineyard Ruther Glen –804-596-0179
Sharp Rock VineyardsSperryville – 540-987-8020
Stone House MeaderyPurcellville – 540-338-5283
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Stone Tower WineryLeesburg – 703-777-2797
Sunset Hills VineyardPurcellville – 2013238295 Fremont Overlook Lane 540-882-4560sunsethillsvineyard.comMon-Thurs, 12pm-5pm Fri-Sun, 12pm-6pm.See our ad on pg. 39
Tarara WineryLeesburg – 703-771-7100
Terra Nebulo VineyardsWaterford –703-622-9117
Three Fox VineyardsDelaplane – 20144 10100 Three Fox Lane 540-364-6073 threefoxvineyards.com Mon, Thurs-Sat 11am-5pm Sunday 12pm-5pmSee our ad on pg. 3
Two Twisted Posts Winery Purcellville –540-668-6540
Unicorn WineryAmissville – 540-349-5885
Village WineryWaterford – 540-882-3780
Vint Hill Craft WineryVint Hill – 703-991-0191
Wilderness Run Vineyards Spotsylvania –540-841-2598
Willowcroft Farm VineyardsLeesburg – 703-777-8161
Winding Road CellarsMarkham –540-364-1025
Winery 32 Leesburg –301-943-9995
The Winery at Bull RunCentreville – 703-815-2233
The Winery at La GrangeHaymarket – 703-753-9360
Zephaniah Farm VineyardLeesburg – 703-431-2016
EASTERN REGION
Athena Vineyards & WineryHeathsville – 804-580-4944
Belle Mount VineyardsWarsaw – 804-333-4700
Bloxom VineyardBloxom – 757-665-5670
Chatham VineyardsMachipongo – 757-678-5588
The Dog & Oyster VineyardIrvington –804-438-WINE(9463)
Gauthier Vineyard Barhamsville –703-622-1107
General’s Ridge VineyardHague –804-472-3172
Good Luck CellarsKilmarnock -804-435-1416
The Hague WineryHague – 804-472-5283
Ingleside VineyardsOak Grove – 224435872 Leedstown Road 804-224-8687inglesidevineyards.comYear round: Mon-Sat,10am-5pm. Sun,12pm-5pm. Summer hours: Mon-Sat,10am-6pm.Sun,12pm-6pm.See our ad on pg. 36
Jacey VineyardsWicomico Church – 804-580-4053
Mermaid Winery Norfolk –757-233-4155
New Kent WineryNew Kent County – 804-932-8240
Oak Crest WineryKing George – 540–663–2813
Pungo Ridge WineryVirginia Beach – 757-426-1665
Saudé Creek VineyardsNew Kent– 804-966-5896
Vault Field VineyardsKinsale – 804-472-4430
Williamsburg WineryWilliamsburg – 231855800 Wessex Hundred 757-229-0999williamsburgwinery.comWine tours daily 10:30am-5pm. Wine shop 10am-6pm.See our ad on pg. 15
CENTRAL REGION
Adventure Farm Earlysville –434-971-8796
Afton Mountain VineyardsAfton – 540-456-8667
Albemarle CiderWorksNorth Garden – 434-297-2326
Ankida Ridge VineyardsAmhearst – 434-922-7678
Autumn Hill VineyardsStandardsville – 434-985-6100
Barboursville VineyardsBarboursville – 229231765 Winery Road540-832-3824barboursvillewine.comMon-Sat 10am-5pmSun 11am-5pm See our ad on pg. 8
Blenheim VineyardsCharlottesville – 434-293-5366
Blue Bee CiderRichmond – 804-231-0280
Bodie VineyardsPowhatan –804-598-2625
Bold Rock CiderNellysford – 434-361-1030
Brightwood Vineyard & FarmBrightwood –540-717-2165
Burnley Vineyards & Daniel CellarsBarboursville – 540-832-2828
Byrd CellarsGoochland –804-652-5663
Cardinal Point Vineyard & WineryAfton – 540-456-8400
Castle Hill CiderKeswick –434-971-8887
Chateau MerrillAnne Orange – 540-656-6177
Chateau Z Vineyard Lynchburg –434-455-4485
Chestnut Oak VineyardBarboursville –434-964-1264
Cooper VineyardsLouisa – 540-894-5474
DelFosse Vineyard & WineryFaber – 434-263-6100
Democracy VineyardLovingston –434-263-VINE(8463)
DeVault Family VineyardsConcord –434-993-0722
DuCard VineyardsEtlan – 540-923-4206
Early Mountain VineyardMadison – 540-948-9005
Elk Island WineryGoochland – 804-627-3929
First Colony WineryCharlottesville – 434-979-7105
Flying Fox Vineyard Afton – 434-361-1692
Gabriele Rausse Winery Charlottesville – 434-296-5328
Glass House WineryFree Union –434-975-0094
Grace Estate Winery Crozet –434-823-1486
Grayhaven WineryGum Springs – 804-556-3917
Hickory Hill WineryMoneta – 540-296-1393
Hill Top Berry Farm & WineryNellysford – 434-361-1266
Honah Lee VineyardGordonsville – 434-989-2751
Horton Cellars WineryGordonsville – 540-832-7440
James River CellarsGlen Allen – 804-550-7516
Jefferson VineyardsCharlottesville – 229021353 Thomas Jefferson Parkway 434-977-3042jeffersonvineyards.comFri-Sun, 10am-6pm. Mon-Thurs, 11am-5pm.See our ad on pg. 40
Keswick VineyardsKeswick - 229471575 Keswick Winery Drive 434-244-3341keswickvineyards.comMon-Sun, 9am-5pm.See our ad on pg. 41
Kilaurwen WineryStanardsville –434-985-2535
King Family VineyardsCrozet – 434-823-7800
Knights Gambit Vineyard Charlottesville –434-566-1168
Lazy Days WineryAmherst - 245211351 N Amherst Hwy 434-381-6088lazydayswinery.comWed-Sun, 11am- 5pm.See our ad on pg. 39
Leo Grande WineryGoode – 540-586-4066
Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery North Garden –434-984-0774
Lovingston WineryLovingston – 434-263-8467
Meriwether Springs Vineyard Ivy –434-270-4299
MontdomaineCharlottesville – 434-971-8142
Moss VineyardsDyke – 434-990-0111
Mountain Cove Vineyard & Wine GardenLovingston – 434-263-5392
Mountfair VineyardsCrozet – 434-823-7605
Peaks of Otter WineryBedford – 24523 2122 Sheep Creek Rd 540-586-3707 peaksofotterwinery.comApr - Dec, Mon - Sun, 12pm-5pmSee our ad on pg. 22
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards North Garden –434-202-8063
Pollak VineyardsGreenwood – 540-456-8844
Potter’s Craft CiderFree Union – 850-528-6314
Prince Michel Vineyard & WineryLeon – 22725154 Winery Lane 800-800-WINE(9463)princemichel.comYear round. Mon - Sun, 10am-6p. Winter hours, 10am-5pm.See our ad on pg. 38
Ramulose Ridge Vineyards Moneta –540-309-6375
Rebec VineyardsAmherst – 434-946-5168
Reynard Florence VineyardBarboursville – 540-832-3895
SavoyLee WineryHuddleston – 540-297-9275
Skippers Creek Vineyard Powhatan –804-598-7291
Spring Run Vineyards Chesterfield –804-382-4529
Stinson VineyardsCrozet –434-823-7300
Stone Mountain VineyardsDyke – 434-990-9463
Thistle Gate VineyardScottsville –434-286-7781
Trump WineryCharlottesville –434-984-4855
Turk Mountain Vineyards Afton –434-989-2182
Veritas WineryAfton – 540-456-8000
Virginia Wineworks/ Michael Shaps Charlottesville – 434-296-3438
Well Hung Vineyard Charlottesville –434-260-1501
Weston Farm Vineyard & WineryLouisa -540-967-4647
White Hall Vineyards White Hall – 434-823-8615
White Rock Vineyards & WineryGoodview – 540-890-3359
Wintergreen WineryNellysford – 434-361-2519
Wisdom Oak Winery North Garden –434-984-4272
SOUTHERN REGION
2 Witches Winery & Brewing Co Danville –434-549-2739
Altillo VineyardsHurt - 434-324-4160
American Way Country Wines Chase City -434-262-1250
Annefield VineyardsSaxe –434-454-6017
Bright Meadows Farm Vineyard & WineryNathalie – 434-FIX-WINE (349-9463)
Greenwood VineyardsVernon Hill –434-579-2836
Hamlet VineyardsBassett –276-629-2121
The Homeplace VineyardChatham – 434-432-9463
Molliver VineyardsNathalie –434-349-1000
Preston Ridge WineryMartinsville -276-957-2100
Rosemont Vineyards & WineryLaCrosse – 239501050 Blackridge Road 434-636-9463RosemontofVirginia.comMon - Sat, 11am - 6pm. Sun, 1pm-6pm.See our ad on pg. 37
Sans Soucy VineyardsBrookneal – 434-376-9463
Three Sisters of Shiney RockClarksville – 804-497-9630
Tomahawk Mill WineryChatham – 434-432-1063
White Oak Mountain MeaderyChatham – 888-264-6323
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WESTERNVALENTINE’S DINNERFeb. 14. A five-course, wine-paired dinner with live music from Ron Ireland. Reservations required. $. 6:30 p.m. Rural Retreat Winery.
CHOCOLATE & WINE DINNERFeb. 14. Enjoy a chocolate inspired wine and dinner pairing for Valentine’s Day. Reservations required. $. Beliveau Estate Winery.
VALENTINE’S DAYFeb. 14. Live music and wine and chocolate pairings at the winery. 12 p.m. Greenhill Winery and Vineyards.
WINE & CHOCOLATE PAIRINGFeb. 14. Join master chocolatier, Dona Peters; oenologist, Brian Cheeseborough; and wine aficionado, Robert, for wines paired with chocolates. Reservations required. $. 1 p.m.; 4 p.m. Chateau Morrisette.
GRAND OPENINGMay 2. Celebrate the grand opening of the vineyard. Hunt’s Vineyard.
BLACKSBURG FORK & CORKMay 2. This seventh annual wine and art festival fea-tures wines from more than 20 Virginia wineries, food from local restaurants, cooking demonstrations, regional art, and live music. $. 12 p.m. Held at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center. www.blacksburgforkandcork.com
WINEMAKER’S DINNERMay 24. An annual dinner featuring a multi-course, wine-paired meal. Reservations required. $. 5 p.m. Chateau Morrisette.
MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE WEEKENDJune 5. A weekend of kayaking, hiking, and horseback riding through the vineyard; enjoy wine-paired meals. Reservations required. Chateau Morrisette.
HOPS & HOWLERS June 20. Craft brew festival featuring beers from over 24 regional micro-breweries, live music and music. $. 4 p.m. Held in downtown Abingdon. www.hopsandhowlers.com
LAVENDER FESTIVALJune 28. An annual festival featuring live harp music, local artists, and lavender products and plants; wines available for tasting and purchase. 12 p.m. Beliveau Estate Winery.
SHENANDOAHWINE & CHOCOLATE PAIRINGFeb. 12. Sample wines paired with chocolates. $. 11:30 a.m. CrossKeys Vineyards.
MURDER MYSTERY DINNERFeb. 13. Solve a murder mystery and enjoy a five-course, wine-paired dinner. Reservations required. $. 7 p.m. Fincastle Vineyard & Winery.
VALENTINE’S DAY DINNERFeb. 14. Enjoy a three-course, wine-paired dinner; live musical entertainment from John Tracy. Reservations required. $. 6 p.m. CrossKeys Vineyards.
VALENTINE’S DAY DINNERFeb. 14. A special, wine-paired dinner at the vineyards. Reservations required. $. Bluestone Vineyard.
VALENTINE’S DAY AT THE VINEYARDSFeb. 14. Toast the holiday with a glass of wine and chocolate fondue by the fireplace. $. Wisteria Farm & Vineyard.
ART & WINE Feb. 14. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a couple’s art project, wine, and lunch at the winery. Reservations required. $. 6 p.m. Fincastle Vineyard and Winery.
HISTORY & HAUNTINGSFeb. 18, 25. Enjoy a buffet dinner, wine, and a tour of the Manor House focusing on its haunted history. Reservations required. $. 6:30 p.m. Valerie Hill Vineyard & Winery. WINTER DAYSFeb. 21. Sit by the fire and enjoy a glass of wine; live music from Bill Vaughan. 2 p.m. North Mountain Vineyards and Winery.
WINTER WINE FESTIVALFeb. 21. Historic Staunton Foundation’s fifth annual fes-tival features Virginia wines and ciders, and local artisan fare. $. 12 p.m. Held at the Stonewall Jackson Hotel. www.historicstaunton.org
ST. PATRICK’S DAYMarch 14. Celebrate the holiday with an afternoon of wine and live music. 12 p.m. Veramar Vineyard.
WINE & EWE SHEARING DAY April 4. Take part in shearing day at the farm; drinks and snacks will be served and the tasting room will be open. 10 a.m. Wisteria Farm & Vineyard.
FLY FISHING & WINE FESTIVALApril 11-12. This 15th annual festival offers lectures on all aspects of fly fishing; Virginia wine tastings and live music are included. $. 9 a.m. Held at Constitution Park. www.vaflyfishingfestival.org
WINE CAMP May 15-17. A three-day vineyard and winery experience; includes workshops, viticulture field work, and wine tast-ings. Reservations required. $. Veramar Vineyard.
VIRGINIA WINE & CRAFT FESTIVALMay 16. Enjoy wine tastings from 20 Virginia winer-ies; over 100 artisans/crafters, regional foods, and live entertainment for the whole family will be featured. $. 10 a.m. Held in downtown Front Royal. www.wineand-craftfestival.com
SPRING GRAPE PLANTING May 23. Take part in Spring Planting Day; volunteers receive a free tasting and discounts in the tasting room. 8 a.m. Wisteria Farm & Vineyard.
SHENANDOAH: VALLEY FEST BEER & WINE FESTIVALMay 23. Spend Memorial Day weekend sampling regional wines, craft and micro-brews, listening to live music, enjoying food and browsing the wares of quality crafters and artisans. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. $. Massanutten Resort, 4620 Massanutten Dr., McGaheysville. Call Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, 540-434-3862 or www.ValleyFestBeerAndWine.com
SHENANDOAH: THIRD ANNUAL WINE AND TROTTER FESTIVALJune 6th. Virginia wineries from the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail and exciting harness races pair beautifully in this third annual event. There will be plenty of food, crafts and music as well. $. Hours vary. Shenandoah County Fairgrounds, 300 Fairground Rd., Woodstock. Call 540-459-3867 or visit www.ShenCoFair.com
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SUMMER BREEZE WINE FESTIVALJuly 11. A special event to benefit the Augusta SPCA; enjoy live music, wine tastings, and food at the winery. $. 12 p.m. Rockbridge Vineyard.
CENTRALKILRAVOCK BLENDING PARTYFeb. 6. Walk through the process of crafting Kilravock, a signature wine. Reservations required. $. 6 p.m. Rosemont of Virginia.
MARDI GRAS Feb. 7. Celebrate with wine tastings, gumbo, and cellar tours. $. Horton Vineyards.
PAINT & SIP Feb. 8. Enjoy a glass of wine while you paint; proceeds to Benefit AVON 39 Breast Cancer Walk. Reservations required. $. 1 p.m. Weston Farm Vineyard & Winery.
VALENTINE’S BEER DINNERFeb. 11. A special beer-paired dinner for the holiday. Reservations required. $. Wild Wolf Brewing Company.
VALENTINE’S BEER DINNERFeb. 12. A five-course dinner paired with seasonal brews, hosted by brewmaster, Taylor Smack. Reservations required. $. 7 p.m. Blue Mountain Brewery.
VALENTINE’S DAYFeb. 13. A wine-paired dinner catered by L’Etoile; live music from 2 Wishes. Reservations required. $. 6 p.m. Glass House Winery.
VALENTINE’S DAY DINNERFeb. 13, 14. Enjoy a five-course feast paired with Barboursville wines. Reservations required. $. 7 p.m. Barboursville Vineyards.
VALENTINE’S DAY WINEMAKER’S DINNERFeb. 14. A gourmet, five-course, wine-paired holiday din-ner; music and dancing to follow. Reservations required. $. 6:30 p.m. Veritas Vineyard & Winery.
WINE LOVERS 5KFeb. 14. The race starts and finishes in the vineyard and winds its way through scenic back roads; enjoy live music and wine afterward. Reservations required. $. 9 a.m. Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery.
VALENTINE’S DAY DINNERFeb. 14. A five-course, wine-paired dinner; the evening begins with a Champagne toast. Reservations required. $. DelFosse Vineyards & Winery.
ROSÉ NEW VINTAGE RELEASE PARTY Feb. 14. Enjoy live music from Darcy Dawn while sampling Rosé and treats in the tasting room. 12 p.m. DuCard Vineyards.
CROSÉ RELEASEFeb. 14. Taste the newly released Crosé. 10 a.m. King Family Vineyards.
ANNUAL VIRGINIA WINE EXPOFeb. 17-22. Annual event highlighting Richmond dining and celebrating Virginia’s wines. $. Held at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. www.virginiawineexpo.com
MARDI GRASFeb. 20. Enjoy wine and dancing; live music from Beleza. 6 p.m. Glass House Winery.
PAST VINTAGE & VERTICAL TASTINGMarch 7. Enjoy tastings of reds, whites, and past vintage wines. $. 11 a.m. Horton Vineyards. ST. PATTY’S WEEKEND PARTY March 14. Wear your green for this holiday celebration; live music from Smokin’ Trout, wine tastings, and light fare available for purchase. 1 p.m. DuCard Vineyards.
OYSTER FESTIVALMarch 21. Enjoy wine, oysters, and entertainment at the vineyards. Early Mountain Vineyards.
KITES & FLIGHTSMarch 21. Enjoy a day of kite flying at the winery; wine and food will be available for purchase, or bring a picnic. 12 p.m. First Colony Winery.
ANNUAL SPRING CAB SAV TASTINGMarch 21-22. A vertical tasting of the seven vintages of Cabernet Sauvignon; each wine will be available for pur-chase. $. Burnley Vineyards.
MURDER IN THE VINEYARDSMarch 28. A murder mystery dinner and show at the vineyards. 6:30 p.m. DuCard Vineyards.
SPRING LAMB FEAST March 28. Third annual event featuring wine and a Mediterranean buffet. $. 1 p.m. San Soucy Vineyards.
SPRING CELLAR TASTINGApril 11. Taste the new 2012 vintage wines and tour the cellars of the stone winery. $. 11 a.m. Horton Vineyards.
BEAVERDAM WINE FESTIVAL April 11. Taste wines from four Virginia wineries at the John Lewis Thompson Learning Center; live music, food, and arts/crafts vendors will be featured. $. 11 a.m. www.beaverdamwinefestival.org
APRIL FOOLS WINE FESTIVALApril 11-12. Taste wines from six area wineries; enjoy live music, craft vendors, and food trucks. James River Winery.
CLARKSVILLE LAKE COUNTRY WINE FESTIVAL April 12. Enjoy samples from 15 Virginia wineries, food, live music, and artisans. $. 12 p.m. Held in downtown Clarksville. www.clarksvilleva.com
BLOOM FESTIVALApril 18. Celebrate the arrival of spring and the blooms in the orchard; live music, local artisans, and special cider and food offerings will be featured. 12 p.m. Albemarle CiderWorks.
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CENTRAL: SPRING VERTICAL TASTINGApril 12. Sample valuable older vintages and the traditional barrel tasting of 2014 Octagon; artisanal cheeses and fresh breads will be served. $. Barboursville Vineyards.
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CENTRAL: TASTE OF MONTICELLO WINE TRAIL FESTIVALApril 9-11. Three days of events celebrating the wine industry in central Virginia. Start off Thursday evening by attending the competition for the prestigious Monticello Wine Cup at the historic Jefferson Theater. Friday get out and visit the wineries where there will be a variety of special activities during the day. Friday night will feature a variety of wine-maker dinners at some of Charlottesville’s best restaurants. The festival climaxes on Saturday with the third annual tasting event at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion where you can sample wines from over 30 wineries. Choose between the General Admission ticket or the VIP experience that includes catered food, extra limited wines, and other upgrades. $. Hours vary. nTelos Wireless Pavilion at 700 E. Main St., Charlottesville. www.MonticelloWineTrailFestival.com
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CELEBRATE BUDBREAKApril 25. A seasonal celebration; enjoy live music, hay-rides, and vineyard tours. 12 p.m. Ankida Ridge Vineyards.
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCHMay 10. Brunch specials for mothers at the brewery. $. 11 a.m. Blue Mountain Brewery.
SUTHERLIN ART & WINE SHOWMay 16. Enjoy tastings from area wineries and a juried art show on the grounds of Sutherlin Mansion. 10 a.m. www.danvillemuseum.org
BARBECUE FESTIVALJune 14. A festival of wine and barbecue at the vineyards. Early Mountain Vineyards.
SUMMER SOLSTICE WINE FESTIVAL June 20-21. An annual festival featuring Virginia foods and wines, arts and crafts, and live entertainment. $. Lazy Days Winery.
BIRTH OF DEMOCRACY FESTIVALJuly 4. All-day music, food, and wine festival. $. 12 p.m. Democracy Vineyards.
PIG ROASTJuly 11. Enjoy live music, wine tasting, and a pig roast. Reservations required. $. 11 a.m. Horton Vineyards.
VERAISON IN THE VINEYARDJuly 18. A seasonal celebration; enjoy live music, hayrides, and vineyard tours. 12 p.m. Ankida Ridge Vineyards.
NORTHERNCORKS TO CRAFTS Feb. 8. Craft your own Valentine decorations from corks. 2 p.m. Narmada Winery & Vineyard.
SWEETHEART’S SOIRÉE Feb. 13, 14. Enjoy a three-course, wine-paired meal; live music and dancing to follow. Reservations required. $. 7 p.m. Breaux Vineyards.
VALENTINE’S DINNER Feb. 13, 14. Enjoy a wine-paired, multi-course holiday dinner. Reservations required. $. 7 p.m. 868 Estate Vineyards.
EXOTIC CHOCOLATE WORKSHOPFeb. 14. Hands-on chocolate-making workshop led by master chocolatier, Thu Hoang; participants receive special discounts on wine purchases. $. 1 p.m; 3 p.m. Narmada Winery & Vineyard.
WINE, DINNER & ROMANCEFeb. 14. Celebrate the holiday with a four-course, wine-paired meal. Reservations required. $. 7 p.m. Doukénie Winery.
VALENTINE’S DAY WINEMARKER’S DINNERFeb.14. A gourmet six-course, wine-paired meal; live musical accompaniment. Reservations required. $. 6 p.m. Grey Horse Vineyards.
CASINO NITEFeb. 14. A fundraising event at the winery featuring Lake Anna Winery products; to benefit the Louisa Humane Society. $. 7 p.m. Lake Anna Winery.
FONDUE DINNER Feb. 14. A special Valentine’s wine-paired, fondue din-ner for two or four. Reservations required. $. 6 p.m. Marterella Winery.
VALENWINE DINNER & MUSICFeb. 14. A special couples’ bistro menu will be served along with wine and live music from Jordan Sherman. Reservations required. $. 5:30 p.m. Potomac Point Winery.
HARP & WINE DINNERFeb. 14. A five-course, wine-paired Valentine’s dinner with live harp music. Reservations required. $. 6:30 p.m. Rappahannock Cellars.
WINE & WHISKERSFeb. 14. Bring your dogs and enjoy a night of wine, food, and entertainment; proceeds to benefit the Middleburg Humane Foundation. $. 6 p.m. Barrel Oak Winery.
VALENTINE’S SPARKLING WEEKENDFeb. 14-15. Toast the holiday with a glass of sparkling wine paired with fruit and gourmet chocolate. $. 11 a.m. Pearmund Cellars.
VALENTINE CHOCOLATE FONDUEFeb. 14-15. Treat your Valentine to chocolate fondue by the fire. $. 12 p.m. Paradise Springs Winery.
WINE & ART Feb. 15. Enjoy wine and gourmet nibbles while painting a work of art with your Valentine. Reservations required. $. 1:30 p.m. Miracle Valley Vineyard.
MARDI GRAS Feb. 21. Enjoy a festive Mardis Gras at the winery with live jazz and gumbo. 11 a.m. Paradise Springs Winery.
RAVISHING RED DAYS OF WINTER Feb. 21-22. Enjoy vertical tastings of Le Renard Rouge, the winery’s flagship Meritage wine. $. 12 p.m. Fox Meadow Winery.
TEAM WINE-JEOPARDY Feb. 28. An afternoon of food, wine, and Team Wine Jeopardy trivia wine jeopardy expert, Al Guber. Reservations required. $ 4 p.m. Vint Hill Craft Winery.
ST. PATRICK’S DAYMarch 14. Toast the holiday with wine tastings. $. 12 p.m. Bogati Bodega & Vineyard.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY WEEKENDMarch 14-15. Celebrate the holiday with green sangria, chili, and wine. $. Philip Carter Winery of Virginia.
WEARING OF THE GREENMarch 15. Enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day celebration with an Irish bistro menu and wine; live music from the Lloyd Dobler Effect. Potomac Point Winery.
A TASTE OF SCIENCE April 4. Learn scientific and technical details of wine-making and vineyard management during this indoor and outdoor tour; wine tasting in the barrel room to fol-low. $. Doukénie Winery.
CHERRY BLOSSOM CELEBRATION April 11. Celebrate spring and the Rosé release at the vineyards. 11 a.m. Breaux Vineyards.
NORTHERN: TWENTY-FIRST ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONJuly 11-12. Celebrate Gray Ghost’s 21st anniversary with winery and vineyard tours, and live music; bring a picnic or buy lunch at the vineyards. 11 a.m. Gray Ghost Vineyards.
CENTRAL: WINEMAKER’S DINNERFeb. 14. A wine-paired dinner at the vineyard. Reservations required. $. 6:30 p.m. Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery.
CENTRAL: HORSE & HOUND WINE FESTIVALJuly 11. Enjoy Virginia wines, live music, art/craft and food vendors; events include the Parade of Horses and muskrat races. $. 11 a.m. Johnson’s Orchards Farm. www.BedfordWine.com
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WINE JEOPARDYApril 12. An afternoon of wine tasting and fun. $. 2 p.m. Pearmund Cellars.
MOTHER’S DAY May 10. Holiday festivities include free wine tastings, live music, winery tours and gourmet box lunches. Reservations required for lunch. $. 11 a.m. Gray Ghost Vineyards.
MOTHER’S DAY May 10. Celebrate the day with wine and pizza at the winery. $. 12 p.m. Quattro Goomba’s Winery.
FATHER’S DAY June 14. Holiday festivities include free wine tastings, live music, winery tours and gourmet box lunches. Reservations required for lunch. $. 11 a.m. Gray Ghost Vineyards.
TEACHER APPRECIATION DAYJune 19. Special discounts for teachers throughout the day. 12 p.m. Quattro Goomba’s Winery.
LAB FEST July 25. Bring your Labrador Retriever and enjoy live music and a glass of wine while they play on the vineyard grounds. 11 a.m. Maggie Malick Wine Caves.
ANNIVERSARY PARTY Aug. 8-9. Join in the festivities for this 8th anniversary celebration at the vineyard; live music from Wait ‘N See. Miracle Valley Vineyard.
EASTERNBACCHUS WINE & FOOD FESTIVALFeb. 6. The Virginia Living Museum’s eleventh annual gala fundraiser features a variety of wines and food from 13 local restaurants. $. 7 p.m. www.thevlm.org
MARDI GRAS LUNCHFeb. 7. A popular annual event featuring Cabernet Franc, shrimp Creole, and a king cake. 12 p.m. The Hague Winery.
VINITERRA RACE FOR THE CHOCOLATE Feb. 14. A 10K, 5K race starting at the winery; wine and chocolate to follow. 9 a.m. New Kent Winery.
NATURE LOVERS DINNERFeb. 14. Enjoy a gourmet buffet paired with local wines; animal-themed trivia follows. $. 6:30 p.m. Held at Chincoteague Bay Field Station. www.cbfieldstation.org/nature-lovers-dinner.html
VALENTINE’S DAY PAIRED TASTINGSFeb. 14. Special holiday paired wine tastings. $. 2 p.m. New Kent Winery.
WINE & CHERRIES WEEKENDFeb. 14-16. Join the participating wineries of the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail for a celebration of Presidents Day weekend; each winery will be offering a cherry treat to pair with its tastings. chesapeakebaywinetrail.com
VIRGINIA WINE COUNTRY EXCURSIONFeb. 21. Experience the food, wine, and culture of Virginia’s Colonial Wine Country; includes a four-course wine-paired lunch and a private tour of the winery. Reservations required. $. 10:30 a.m. New Kent Winery.
SPRING BARREL TASTING April 11. Enjoy live music and wine tastings from the barrel; food available for sale or bring a picnic lunch. $. 1 p.m. Ingleside Vineyards.
WILLIAMSBURG MUSIC & WINE FESTIVALApril 18. Features 12 Virginia wineries, live music, food, and vendors. $. 12 p.m. Held at Williamsburg Moose Lodge. www.williamsburgmusicandwinefestival.com
SPRING OYSTER CRAWL April 26. Sample wine and oyster specialties at the winer-ies of the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail. 12 p.m. www.chesapeakebaywinetrail.com
WINE & CHEESE PAIRING SEMINARMay 16. An interactive class will featuring gourmet cheese selections paired with Ingleside wines. Reservations required. $. 3 p.m. Ingleside Vineyards.
ROCK-N-ROLL OLDIESJune 20. An evening of dancing and live oldies music in the courtyard, winery tours, tasting, and an optional din-ner. $. 6 p.m. Ingleside Vineyards.
For more festivals and events, or to submit your own list-ing, visit www.VirginiaWineLoverMag.com and click the “Festivals & Events” tab.
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EASTERN: THE ULTIMATE VIRGINIA OYSTER & WINE TOURMarch 22; June 28; Sept. 27; Dec. 20. Join VWL executive editor, Chef Patrick Evans-Hylton, on a Taste Tidewater Tour via motorized coach of Virginia Beach restaurants to learn about—and eat—local oysters paired with Virginia wine. Reservations required. 1 p.m. $. www.TasteTidewater.com
EASTERN: SPRING TOWN POINT VIRGINIA WINE FESTIVALMay 2-3. Spend a spring weekend in Town Point Park enjoying vintages from more than 25 Virginia wineries at this ninth annual event; live music, gourmet foods, and specialty wares will also be fea-tured. $. 11 a.m. www.FestEvents.org
EASTERN: BRONZE DOOR SOCIETY WINE CLASSICJune 20. Taste more than 80 wines on the grounds of the Mariners’ Museum in Newport News. Tickets include unlimited tastings, live music and savory hors d’oeuvres. 5-8 p.m. $. For information, www.BronzeDoorSociety.org
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