The 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup Case recognizes the best of the best wines in Virginia, choosing only a dozen wines to represent the 300+ wineries found throughout the Commonwealth. Now in its 44th year, this annual wine competition has become known as one of the most stringent in the country…
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The Fermentation Farm Trail winds through the pastoral landscape of Louisa County, connecting wineries, breweries, and cideries in a farm-to-glass route. Where is the Fermentation Farm Trail? The trail borders Interstate 64 between Richmond and Charlottesville on the southern end and Lake Anna to…
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Let's be honest, it's hard to beat a glass of wine after a hike, especially at a bucolic vineyard with wide-open views at one of the best wineries near Shenandoah National Park. Imagine settling in to an Adirondack chair, glass of award-winning wine in hand, savoring wondrous mountain views…
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The holidays are in full swing in Virginia, but if you’re still struggling to find that perfect gift for a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor, consider gifting a few bottles of Virginia wine. You’ll not only be choosing an excellent gift, but also supporting Virginia’s amazing wineries…
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Looking for an indulgent outing to share with your partner or a group of friends? Combine two of Virginia's most delicious exports by sampling oysters and wine at restaurants and vineyards along the coast. While all oysters cultivated in Virginia waters are the same species — Crassostrea virginica…
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In Virginia, wine lovers can explore celebrated wine trails, visiting award-winning vineyards, take in the stunning and varied landscapes of the Commonwealth, and of course enjoy delicious wines. Virginia is known for its understated and subtle beauty that reflects the best of its historic…
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“Eco-friendly” isn’t just a buzzword for Virginia wineries—it’s their livelihood. They know there’s no top-tier wine without a healthy ecosystem, so their commitment to keeping it green shows up everywhere, from the weed-eating sheep in vineyards to solar panel roofs on barns. Eco-friendliness is…
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While all seasons have their charm when spent in Virginia, spring is especially stunning, as blossoming flowers cover the landscape with vivid splashes of color, grasses turn a rich emerald green, and abundant wildlife emerges from their winter slumber. Spring is in full swing in Virginia once…
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With hundreds of wineries and breweries spread out around the Commonwealth, there are plenty of ways to get a taste of local flavors while visiting Virginia. The state also has a rich wine and beer history and was once home to the nation’s first Black-owned winery, Woburn Winery. Despite an…
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Wanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but here in Virginia, we call that feeling WanderLove. We’re taking you on a trip to find the best of Virginia’s food scene, sharing our top picks for culinary destinations and the distinctive wines, spirits, and craft beverages to pair with your…
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