Join us in celebrating Virginia Wine Month this October! It’s the perfect time for all wine lovers to experience the very best of Virginia winemaking during dozens of state-wide events, including festivals, special dinners, vineyard tours, tastings and much more…
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Within every Virginia vacation lies an opportunity to pair outdoor adventures, historic sites, beaches, or mountains with locally sourced cuisine, hand crafted beverages, or a glass of fine Virginia wine. We like the sound of a little history and a few wineries for a well-rounded Virginia vacation…
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Virginia has over 280 wineries, but the sheer number isn’t what stands out to those that know great wine. The secret to Virginia’s unbeatable wines is a combination of factors: The 400-year history behind the vines, the unforgettable experiences that pair with wine, the awe-inspiring scenery you’ll…
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Virginia is rich with history, so it’s no surprise that the practice of winemaking in the Commonwealth dates back to 1609, when the earliest settlers of Jamestown planted vines in an attempt to produce a cash crop utilizing the vital soils of the New World. But the journey to great vino didn’t…
Read MoreFrom holiday decorations to illuminated vineyard tours, craft shows, ornament decorating, caroling and winemaker dinners, a number of Virginia wineries provide a warm place to escape the chill and hectic holiday rush. Wine your way into the holiday spirit at the following Virginia wineries and…
Read MoreVirginia is home to seven American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), which distinguish a group of wineries based on shared geography, geology, climate and soil: George Washington Birthplace AVA, located in the Northern Neck region Middleburg AVA, in and around the town of Middleburg Monticello AVA, the…
Read MoreAs much as any drink, wine can taste like where it’s from. This expression of place is called terroir, from the Latin word terra, most often attributed to the French. The soil, topography, and climate of a particular area contributes to, or determines, this expression of place. This expression of…
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Many Virginia wineries offer elegant and charming accommodations — set amongst vineyards with spectacular views — for wine and culinary enthusiasts in search of an immersive wine country experience or restorative getaway. The following are a few popular places to recharge and experience Virginia…
Read MoreFor wine enthusiasts and U.S. history buffs, the Commonwealth of Virginia — rich with Colonial, Revolutionary, Civil War and also viticulture history — provides a great backdrop for these interests to intersect. In July 1808, President Thomas Jefferson, widely considered the father of American…
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Note: Due to trail damage from Hurricane Helene, please be sure to visit the Appalachian Trail website and the Virginia Creeper Trail website for the latest status updates before planning your outdoor adventures in Southwest Virginia. Talk about a pairing. When you combine visiting a Virginia…
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