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Cooper Vineyards
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Ducard Winery
Charlottesville
Fabbioli Cellars
Leesburg
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Charlottesville
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Charlottesville
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Jefferson Vineyards
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Keswick Vineyards
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Kluge Estate Winery
Charlottesville
Lake Anna Winery
Spotsylvania
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Goode
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Mattaponi Winery
Spotsylvania
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Wise
Naked Mountain Vineyard & Winery
Markham
Narmada Winery
Amissville
Neala Estate Vineyards
Madison
North Gate Vineyard
Purcellville
North Mountain Vineyard & Winery
Maurertown
Oak Crest Vineyard & Winery
King George
Paradise Springs Winery
Clifton
Peaks of Otter Winery
Bedford Pearmund Cellars
Broad Run
Philip Carter Winery
Hume
Potomac Point Vineyard & Winery
Stafford
Prince Michel Vineyard
Leon
Rappahannock Cellars
Huntly
Rebec Vineyards
Amherst
Rockbridge Vineyard Inc.
Raphine
Rogers Ford Farm Winery Sumerduck
Rural Retreat Winery & Vineyards
Rural Retreat
Sans Sousy Vineyard & Winery
Brookneal
Sharp Rock Vineyards
Sperryville
Shenandoah Vineyards
Edinburg
Spring Creek Wine Cellar
Pamplin
Sugarleaf Vineyards
North Garden
Sunset Hills Vineyard
Purcellville
Thibaut-Janisson Winery
Charlottesville Three Fox Vineyards
Delaplane
Tomahawk Mill Winery
Chatham
Twin Oaks Tavern Winery
Chevy Chase
Unicorn Winery
Amissville
Valhalla Vineyards
Roanoke
Vault Fields Vineyards
Kinsale
Veramar Vineyard
Berryville
Veritas Vineyards & Winery
Afton
Vint Hill Craft Winery
Vint Hill
West Wind Winery
Max Meadow White Fences Vineyard & Winery
Irvington
White Hall Vineyards
Crozet
White Rock Vineyards & Winery
Goodview
Williamsburg Winery
Williamsburg
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Haymarket Wintergreen Winery
Nellysford
Wolf Gap Winery
Edinburg
Woodland Vineyard
Midlothian
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Bistro L'Hermitage
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Bon Vivant Market
Smithfield
Bostetter's Wine & Gourmet Alexandria
Carafe Wine Makers
Alexandria
Carrabbas Italian Grill
Suffolk Classic Wines
Great Falls
Corks and Kegs
Richmond Countryside Classics
Salem
D'Vine Wines
Winchester
Daily Planet Wine & Gourmet Alexandria
Diamond Hill General Store
Moneta
Feast
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Galloping Grape
Warrenton
Gators Gift Shop
Richmond
Gourmet Center & Deli
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Richmond
Grapes of Taste Wine Shop
Ruther Glen
Grapevine
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J Emerson Inc.
Richmond
La Bodega
Hampton
Locke Modern Country Store Millwood
Lukhard's Virginia Pantry
Powhatan
Magnolia Foods
Lynchburg
Market Street Wine Shop Charlottesville
Market Street Wine Shop Uptown
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Murphy Beverage Company
Winchester Norm's Beer & Wine
Vienna
Olde Virginia Gourmet & Gifts Stafford
Once Upon A Vine
Richmond
Pottery Wine & Cheese Shop Williamsburg
Premier Limousine Service Lynchburg
Private Stock Cigar & Wine
Glen Allen
Rick's Wine & Gourmet
Alexandria
Rio Hill Wine & Gourmet Charlottesville
River City Cellars, Inc.
Richmond
Rockfish Gap Country Store
Afton
Salute! Wine Market
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Vol. IV, Issue No. 7
July 2009 |
| Dear Friend of Virginia Wine:
Thousands of Virginians are on the road this summer visiting wineries and enjoying festivals around the state. Virginia Wine Lover has been right there with them, including trips to the 17th Annual Roanoke Wine Fest on June 13 and a "double whammy" on June 20th to the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail Festival (the first annual for the new wine trail) at the Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton. (By the way, if you haven't visited, the Frontier Museum, you've missed out on one of Virginia's most unique attractions.) Our second stop that day was the Amherst-Nelson Summer Solstice Wine & Farm Festival. A brand new event, it was held at the old Amherst stockyards in an open-air, spacious and roofed facility that was perfect for the event.
If you missed out in June, there's much more waiting for you in July. Just take a look at the winery events scheduled over the Fourth! Also in this issue, we introduce you to Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn in Delaplane, Virginia's newest winery. We also recommend an overnight at the Cape Charles House Bed and Breakfast as you visit the wineries on the Eastern Shore.
Cheers! And we hope to see you on the trail in July (the wine trail, that is).
Frank C. Britt
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Be sure and print of a copy of our festivals and events and post on your refrigerator!
Our information comes from many sources, so we strongly suggest that you check websites and call wineries for costs and details. Space limitation prevents listing all the Virginia wine related events that take place this month. For additional information, please refer to www.virginiawine.org.
FESTIVALS AROUND THE STATE
JULY 4-5: FANDANGO WINE & BEER FESTIVAL
Blue Cow Pavilion, Blue Ridge Parkway (Floyd) A celebration of fine wine, music, food and mountain crafts on the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway. Tastings from over 50 of Virginia's finest vintages and samples from over a dozen microbreweries. Live performances and multiple vendors. (540) 745-3378 www.across-the-way.comJULY 10-12: DC's WINE COUNTRY FOOD & WINE FESTIVALHistoric Whitehall Manor (Bluemont) An extraordinary summer evening event showcasing the talents, tastes and flavors of modern Virginia. (703) 788-3165 www.vafoodandwine.comJULY 11-12: HORSE AND HOUND FESTIVALPeaks of Otter Winery (Bedford) 5th Annual. Sample local wineries, local vendors and live entertainment amid the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. (540) 586-3707 www.bedfordwine.comwww.peaksofotterwinery.com JULY 18-19: DAYLILY & WINE FESTIVALAndre Viette Farm & Nursery (Fishersville) Stroll through nationally renowned Viette Gardens while enjoying award winning wines. Live music and variety of foods, seminars and children's activities. (540) 324-1133 www.daylilyandwinefestival.comJULY FOURTH CELEBRATIONS AT THE WINERIES
Red, White & Bluegrass FestivalKeswick Vineyards (Keswick) (434) 244-3341 www.keswickvineyards.comCelebrate the Birthday of the USAKing Family Vineyards (Crozet) (434) 823-7800 www.kingfamilyvineyards.comFourth of July for Dogs and Dog LoversPearmund Cellars (Broad Run) (540) 347-3475 www.pearmundcellars.comRed, White and You Peaks of Otter Winery (Bedford) (540) 586-3707 www.peaksofotterwinery.comAn All American CelebrationCrossKeys Vineyards (Mt. Crawford) (540) 234-0505 www.crosskeysvineyards.comFourth of July BarbequeDoukenie Winery (Hillsboro) (540) 668-6464 www.doukeniewinery.comCourtyard Picnic at the WineryNew Kent Winery (New Kent) 804-932-8240 www.newkentwinery.comIndependence Day CelebrationOld House Vineyards (Culpeper) (540) 423-1032 www.oldhousevineyards.comBBQ, Bluegrass & Wine on the Great LawnSweely Estate Winery (Madison) (540)948-9005 www.sweelyestatewinery.comSummer Concert Series: "Lovin' Touchin' Squeezin'Tarara Winery (Leesburg) (703) 771-7100 www.tarara.comJuly 4th for the Entire FamilyBarren Ridge Vineyards (Fisherville) (540) 248-330 www.barrenridgevineyards.comFourth of July Barbeque & Music by Jan SmithDelFosse Vineyards and Winery (Faber) (434) 263-6100 www.delfossewine.comHistory Comes Alive (July 4-5)Aspen Dale Winery at The Barn (Delaplane) (540) 364-6178 www.aspendalewinery.comIndependence Day Musical CelebrationChateau Morrisette (Floyd) (540) 593-9218 www.thedogs.comReds, Whites & Blues DayGadino Cellars (Washington) (540) 987-9292 www.gadinocellars.comCajun Fourth at VeramarVeramar Vineyard (Berryville) (540) 955-5510 www.veramar.comJuly 4th Weekend (July 3-5)The Winery at LaGrange (Haymarket) (703) 753-9360 www.wineryatlagrange.comRed, White, and Blues (July 4-5)
Unicorn Winery(Amisville)
(540) 349-5885 www.unicornwinery.com
If you have an event to list, please email it to us at info@vawinelover.com by the 10th of the previous month. If we have missed listing an event in this newsletter, we can still add it to our newsletter posted on the www.vawinelover.com website. |
VIRGINIA'S NEWEST WINERY
ASPEN DALE WINERY AT THE BARN
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Today's lifestyle is often overcharged by the frantic pace of living in the contemporary world. To escape this feeling and rebalance your life, the perfect solution creeps into your mind - a day at a winery with a bottle of wine while you shed the cares and pressures of the city. Just the thought of the serene nature of vineyards and the solitary craft of winemaking speaks to you of the ideal escape. So you drive to the countryside and your thirst for calm and tranquility ruminates in your mind as you are sure you have found the perfect panacea for the stress relief you demand.
While wrapped in this ideal fantasy you arrive at a winery and realize that it is unfortunately - more of the same. People, people and noise, noise. What happened to the fantasy? Did I take a wrong turn? Wine is such a romantic notion - where is the palate proof? Any pairings in sight that I might introduce to my friends at our next dinner? Where's my quiet corner of this romantic world? Dismayed, you realize that it is more of the same. "I want my unique experience wrapped with the demand for excellent wines and a more genteel atmosphere." you hear whispering from your burdened psyche.
 We, at Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn, understand this desire because that is exactly what drove us to purchase this land over a decade ago and to recently establish our winery in the fashion we have determined to present to the wine-loving community of Northern Virginia. Every day we endeavor to capture the best of Colonial and European wine-making techniques and blendings of the highest quality and most outstanding wines possible. Another of our mandates is to make our estate wines in an uncharacteristic style - largely by hand in a manual fashion the old-fashion way.
Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn
3180 Aspen Dale Lane
Delaplane, VA 20144
(540) 364-6178
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| BED & BREAKFAST OF THE MONTH
CAPE CHARLES B&B
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Can such a place still exist? You deserve to find out!
Cross the 21 mile stretch of Bay Bridge Tunnel from Virginia Beach and discover one of our state's best kept secrets........Virginia's Eastern Shore. Tucked between the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, this rural peninsula is the longest stretch of natural coastline remaining on the eastern seaboard.
Once on the Shore, you will immediately become aware of the remoteness and tranquility. It will be 10 miles before the first traffic light where signs direct you to take a left hand turn into the small town of Cape Charles. Fronted by the beautiful Chesapeake Bay Beach, is this railroad town incorporated in 1886, a hidden gem of a destination. The Historic District is just seven blocks square.
Cape Charles House Bed and Breakfast, as seen on HGTV, and recipients of the Governor's Award for B&B Hospitality, was built in 1912. This Colonial Revival has been welcoming guests since 1994, when Bruce and Carol Evans, the third owners, lovingly restored the opulent property. The lovely and spacious five guest rooms have sitting areas and en suite private bathrooms, several with Jacuzzi tub/showers. Awaken to the smell of freshly ground coffee, Cape Charles House signature muffins and an elegant full gourmet breakfast. Carol has written for a national cooking magazine and morning meals receive rave reviews for being unique and delicious.
Unwind with conversations with other guests on the front porch from 5 O'clock on with wine and Carol's own Boursin cheese spread made from herbs in Bruce's garden. Dine at restaurants that celebrate local seafood, vegetables, fruits, and wines. Paddle, tour and taste the wines of Chatham or Holly Grove vineyards by kayak.
Bruce and Carol welcome house parties! Get a group together and reserve the B&B for a weekend and let them help plan your activities. Seek the hidden hamlets where local artisans share their wares. "Drink in" the Eastern Shore at our award winning wineries, including the nearby Chatham Vineyards and Holly Grove Vineyards. Bay Creek Marina and Golf Resort are just minutes away.
Mention this article when making your reservations and receive a complimentary bottle of Eastern Shore wine. Hope to see you in Cape Charles soon!
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Rappahannock Cellars Shines at Decanter Awards*
Rappahannock Cellars 2006 Meritage earned a coveted silver medal at the largest wine competition in the world, the Decanter World Wine Awards in London. This was the highest award given to any east coast winery in 2009. Their 2006 Cabernet Franc was awarded a bronze medal. The Decanter competition is among the most rigorous in the world.
Williamsburg Winery Makes List of "The Best Wines in the World"*
At the most acclaimed wine competition in the world, Decanter World Wine Awards of London, Williamsburg Winery was awarded a bronze medal for the 2005 Gabriel Archer Reserve and "Commended" for the 2006 Vintage Reserve Chardonnay. With these two awards, they are now officially placed by Decanter World Wine Awards in the category of "The Best Wines in the World."
Veramar Vineyard Captures Global Attention*
The vineyard captured several awards and commendations recently at four world-renowned and acknowledged wine competitions, including the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards in London and the San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Barrel Oak Winery Scores in Indy Competition*
Barrel Oak Winery has been recognized for their 2008 Norton in the 2009 Indy International Wine Competition, receiving the "Red Wine of the Year" trophy.
Gray Ghost Winery Takes 16 Medals in California*
The winery won two gold, seven silver and seven bronze medals in six recent California competitions. They have medaled in the Pacific Rim, the Riverside and the San Diego competitions and continue to be the most consistently awarded Virginia winery in international wine competitions. *From winery press releases. NEW WINERIES IN VIRGINIA
Aspen Dale Winery in Delaplane opened in May. The winery is situated in a 200 year old barn surrounded by a beautiful thoroughbred horse farm. Open for tastings on Saturdays and Sundays. For information, visit their website: www.aspendalewinery.com.
Crooked Run Cellars in Mount Jackson officially opens on July 18. Owned by Mike and Jennifer Adamy, the vineyards and winery cover 128 acres. The winery with tasting room is located in a refurbished old bank barn surrounded by lovely gardens. For information, go to www.crookedruncellars.com.
Jefferson Hotel's Lemaire Restaurant Opens July 8
Completely renovated with a new bar and lounge, Lemaire celebrates the natural culinary assets of Virginia, presenting a "farm to table" philosophy in a menu that makes use of the regional bounty of seasonal produce and herbs. The restaurant is named in honor of Thomas Jefferson's White House maître d'hotel who introduced Americans to the art of cooking with wine. Lemaire is located in Richmond's Jefferson Hotel. www.jeffersonhotel.com
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Lucy's Weekend
May 23, 2009
Cooper Vineyards
Cooper Vineyards mascot and found hound, Lucy held her 5th annual Memorial Day weekend benefit for the Richmond SPCA, which was yet another sunny wine and dog extravaganza. Two and four legged guests enjoyed wine tasting from Cooper Vineyards and guest winery, James River Cellars, artists & craft vendors and live bluegrass from Scattered, Smothered & Covered. A special touch was a blessing of the animals by Rev. Phyllis Min on Sunday. Lucy was happy that lucky owners went home with new 4 legged friends.
2nd Annual Food and Wine Festival
June 6-7, 2009 National Harbor, Washington, DC
By Dezel Quillen, Founder, Photographer & Wine Writer - Virginia Vine Spot
Billed as "Think global, Taste local, again lived up to its theme and name. The event was a weekend of sensory delight and adventure that offered delicious local foods from some of the areas top chefs, as well as wines to taste from all over the globe, including excellent local flavor from Virginia and Maryland. There was also cooking demonstrations, wine seminars, live entertainment, and much more! Also, for the beer lovers, there was a beer bar, as well as a few spirit stands for the more adventurous. This is my second year attending this festival and everything was so fresh, so yummy, and, so local!
Roanoke Valley Wine Festival
June 13, 2009
Elmwood Park, Roanoke
Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail Festival
June 20, 2009
Frontier Culture Musuem
Amherst-Nelson Summer Solstice Wine and Farm Festival
June 20-21, 2009
Amherst Estate Vineyard
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