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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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October 21, 2021

Unfounded Utterances Every Virginia Sommelier Hears

A guest post by Jason Tesauro, Modern Gentleman These might not be the hills I’ll die upon, but man oh man, I have definitely unsheathed my Laguiole corkscrew in the […]

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October 4, 2021

Toast Local with Harvest Party

Learn How to Celebrate Virginia’s Home-Grown Holiday Each year, on the third Saturday of October, people from all over come together to toast the richness of our region with Harvest […]

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September 21, 2021

Planning for Virginia Wine Month

October is Virginia Wine Month. Dating back to 1988, Virginia Wine lovers from all over have embraced the season by supporting local farmers and producers, adventuring through Virginia’s vineyards and […]

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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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August 25, 2021

Virginia Wine Through the Regions

From rocky mountain slopes to sandy waterfront shores, Virginia is brimming with character—and the state’s vintners are harnessing their experimental spirit to uncover it. The state is home to over […]

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July 20, 2021

Summer 2021: Vineyard Update

Summer in Virginia’s vineyards marks a time of growth as vineyard crews begin to see the “fruits of their labor.” The vines go through the critical stages of fruit set—when […]

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June 30, 2021

Light & Bright Pairings

No matter the season or the taste you’re looking for, Virginia has something for everyone. With diverse soils and climates across the regions, Virginia’s wines and offerings provide something unique […]

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June 22, 2021

Plan your Dream Vacation in Virginia Wine Country

Summer is underway and vacation season is here! Now, more than ever, we all deserve to get away and relax. What better way to do that than sipping on local […]

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June 8, 2021

Make the Most of Rosé Day

After decades of listening to their land and navigating unpredictable conditions, Virginia winemakers have learned to excel at growing a wide variety of grapes and crafting unique wines. Virginia Rosé […]

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