VIRGINIA WINE BLOG

May 28, 2026

You don’t need a special occasion, a carefully planned itinerary, or expert wine knowledge to enjoy summer in Virginia Wine country. Sometimes all it takes is a free afternoon, a […]

May 6, 2026

Virginia’s vineyards have spent the past few weeks managing the risks of spring frost with determination, care, and a clear sense of purpose. While spring typically signals renewal in the […]

April 16, 2026

Spring breathes new life into Virginia’s vineyards. As buds break and the days grow brighter, the entire state begins to stir with energy and color. It is the perfect moment […]

April 1, 2026

The 2026 Governor’s Cup® Competition was a standout year for Virginia Wine. From 224 gold medal-winning wines and ciders, the 12 top-scoring wines were selected for the Virginia Governor’s Cup® […]

March 19, 2026

Virginia Wine’s biggest night of the year delivered a historic win. From a record-breaking field of more than 670 entries in the 2026 Governor’s Cup® Competition, one wine rose to […]

March 1, 2026

Before Virginia Wine Country became home to more than 300 wineries, it was a bold idea brought to life by growers, winemakers, advocates and entrepreneurs willing to take a chance […]

February 26, 2026

A record-breaking 670+ wines were submitted to the 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup® Competition, marking the largest field in the history of the event. Each wine was poured blind and presented […]

February 12, 2026

Each year, the Virginia Wine community gathers to recognize and celebrate exceptional wines and ciders from across the Commonwealth. The Virginia Governor’s Cup® Competition exists to spotlight the craftsmanship, creativity, […]

January 22, 2026

America turns 250 this year, and it’s a moment to celebrate the ideas, ambition, and landscapes that helped shape the nation. Few stories connect past and present quite like Virginia […]