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A community of artisans draw out the story in every vintage, crafting wines that embody both Old World grace and southern grit. The history of our wine region will continue to be written in the years to come.

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March 26, 2025

2025 Virginia Governor’s Cup: And the Winner Is…

The 2025 Virginia Governor’s Cup Competition once again showcased the excellence and innovation of Virginia’s wine industry. This year, more than 600 entries were evaluated, with 155 gold medals awarded […]

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June 29, 2023

Cabernet Franc: Elegance & Attitude

Through Virginia Wine’s evolution, winemakers have discovered the grape varieties and wines that are defining the state— crafting wines that could not have come from any other time or place. […]

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December 28, 2022

A Toast to Virginia Bubbly

Popping open a bottle of bubbles elevates any celebration, whether it be holiday gatherings, ringing in the new year or commemorating a special occasion. And, with an increase in sparkling […]

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September 2, 2021

A Fresh Take on the Familiar

You can learn a lot about Virginia Wine just by looking at a map.  Sitting halfway between Europe and California, Virginia’s wines embody this unique position in the world. They […]

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June 5, 2020

PINK ain’t PLONK: The (V)Abc’s of Rosé

A guest post by Jason Tesauro, Modern Gentleman Rosé is a funny thing. To some, it’s a synonym for fun. To others, it’s a respect repellent. It’s the quaff-du-jour for devil-may-care […]

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March 5, 2020

Virginia’s Take on Dessert Wines

Dessert wines, also known as sweet wines, are an intrinsic but often overlooked part of the world of wine. From port to sherry, ice wine to late harvest, there’s no […]

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October 15, 2019

Virginia’s Emerging Varieties — On the Table

A guest post by Aileen Sevier, DipWSET As the modern era of Virginia wine enters its adolescence, innovative and determined boutique producers have been experimenting to determine and define the […]

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