This year’s Virginia Governor’s Cup Gala was celebrated at the newly renovated Richmond Main Street Train Station which gave the feel of elegance and history! The last time I was at a train station, I was running through to catch my train before it left without me! But this was an evening of excitement and camaraderie and was to be
Read moreBaked Honey and Chipotle Salmon tonight calls for a dry but fruity style white wine. Voila! A wonderful Viognier from Jefferson Vineyards from the Monticello region of Virginia. A landslide of flavors from citrus, tangerine, tropical fruits, and ripe apricot leading to a long, pleasing finish. Refreshing and elegant and pairs well with chicken, seafood, and fresh salads. Thomas Jefferson said “Wine
Read moreThere are so many fantastic wineries in the Monticello wine region just outside of Charlottesville, Virginia! But one that is hard to pass up is Barboursville Vineyards and for many good reasons. As you drive on to the property, the vineyards and mountains are so visually stellar that you just have to stop and take photo! The wines and tastings
Read moreFrom the Monticello AVA region of Virginia comes a red blend that is sure to impress any self proclaimed wine experts that may stop in for a visit. A blend of 40% Petit Verdot, 40% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Malbec that spent 18 months in newer French oak barrels. Many exciting wines are now coming from this region
Read moreAs the Thanksgiving Day grocery store madness grows closer, who has time to worry about choosing wines for your Thanksgiving feast?! There is a plethora of different flavors and tastes on your Thanksgiving table and you want wines that will make everyone happy. Including your Wine Expert Uncle Pierre as well as teetotaler Gramma Betsy! There is a saying “Ain’t
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When I was a kid going to the candy store, I was always in search of my favorite sweet treats. Mary Jane, Squirrels, Black Jack Taffy, Bit o’ Honey, Pixy Stix, Goo Goo Clusters, and Fireball Jawbreakers were some of my favorites! Now as an adult, my tastes have changed, well, quite a bit to a more mature palate and
Read moreThere is something exciting about an adventurous car ride through Virginia’s back roads and then conquering a challenging drive up the side of a mountain that makes reaching this winery even more worthwhile. Then you sample the wines here and realize they are just as heavenly as the views from the tasting room. That nectar seems to taste so much
Read moreA Chardonnay as amazing as the view from the winery itself can sometimes be hard to find but not in the Charlottesville, Virginia area. Pippin Hill Farm is just southwest of Charlottesville and has magnificent mountain views from the winery restaurant, patio, and garden area. The perfect place to bring the family, meet with friends, or even have a wedding!
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Wine Splash! 