Top ten recommendations for planning a successful Virginia Wine Tour 1. Don’t let the fancy jargon and spit bucket intimidate you when on your Virginia Wine Tour. Wine makers and for the most part anyone who works at a winery does so because they are passionate about wine. They love to talk about how wine [...]
Free Tastings for guests of the Inn on Poplar Hill Located in the heart of Virginia Wine Country, Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery is home to both Prince Michel and Rapidan River wines. Their philosophy centers around hospitality and the enjoyment of the Virginia wine experience. Main location has four French style suites on the estate [...]
Located in Madison, Virginia, at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Early Mountain Vineyards comprises more than 300 acres of the historic Monticello Wine Trail. With its warm and inviting tasting room, picturesque outdoor spaces and breathtaking views, guests are welcomed to Early Mountain to enjoy the wines and linger for a palate pleasing [...]
Free tastings for guests of the Inn on Poplar Hill Chestnut Oak Vineyard is located in the Monticello Region along a scenic Virginia byway. Producing extraordinary, single-varietal, single vineyard wines that reflect the terroir of Central Virginia. The tasting room has an amazing mural! Located 3 miles south of the iconic Barboursville Vineyards. CHESTNUT OAK VINEYARD [...]
Established in 1976 by Gianni Zonin, whose family has been producing wines throughout Italy since 1821, Barboursville Vineyards is dedicated to growing estate-bottled wines of European heritage which merit comparison with the finest wines of their kind, grown anywhere in the world. Occupying the estate of James Barbour, Virginia’s Governor during the War of 1812, [...]
Vines at Keswick Vineyard Five Simple Steps to Tasting Wine Here is some sound advice for tasting wine while on your Central Virginia Wine Tour. 1. Look The first step is to hold the glass by the stem and look through the wine against a white background to appreciate the true color. The [...]
Whether you are new to wine tasting or a seasoned veteran here are a few tips that will help you make the most of your Virginia Wine Touring experience: Plan your Virginia Wine Touring adventure. Map out your route, check the wineries schedule, make appointments with smaller facilities, pack a picnic lunch, and hit the [...]
