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Virginia Wine Lover
This month we are celebrating the eighth anniversary of the launch of the Official Virginia Wine Lover whose purpose is to promote the Virginia wine and tourism industry. Our online newsletter is more popular than ever, reaching some 50,000+ Wine Lovers, like you.
Festival of the Week on July 19 is the Purcellville Wine & Food Festival that promises to be a great event right in the heart of Virginia wine country. Be sure to check out the list of July Events with a number of other festivals and winery activities across Virginia. Please note that the Horse & Hound Wine Festival at Johnson's Orchards in Bedford is Saturday, July 12. In Vino News, learn how you can combine visits to wineries with trips to Virginia's battlefields.
We'd love to hear about your travels this summer and your impressions of Virginia wineries and the wines they produce. Keep those cards and letters coming, and thank you for your ongoing interest and support!
See you along the Winery Road... and, Cheers!
Frank C. Britt
Publisher Official Virginia Wine Lover
PS: Don't miss the special offering for our readers from the Virginia Wine of the Month Club: New members save 15% for three months! Click on sponsorship at right and enter coupon code Frank15 at check-out.
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PURCELLVILLE WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
Fireman's Field-250 Nursery Avenue, Purcellville 4:00 to 9:00pm
Wine and food enthusiasts are invited to explore the heart of DC's wine country at the third annual Wine and Food Festival on Saturday, July 19 in Purcellville. It is a FREE event, open to the public and showcasing amazing wines, foods and other fineries from area purveyors. The new venue at Fireman's Field will feature a variety of local musicians, some 15 wineries, craft breweries and a distillery. Wine, gourmet foods and wine related art and accessories will be available for purchase. Wineries and vineyards will sample a wide array of varietals, and you may purchase wine by the glass or bottle. You can also visit local breweries and the distillery to sample and make purchases. Grab a meal or appetizer to compliment your beverage selections from one of the many fine local food purveyors and dine alfresco style while you take in the entertainment and family activities. Non-stop entertainment at two pavilions will include live music from popular groups performing foot-stompin' and danceable music.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO GRAY GHOST. GEWURZTRAMINER SWEEPS COMPETITIONS.
Gray Ghost's 2013 Gewurztraminer recently took Gold at three prominent wine competitions, the Pacific Rim International in California, Finger Lakes International in New York and Tasters Guild International in Michigan. In addition, Gray Ghost Winery brought home a total of seven Silver medals and four Bronze medals.
The Gewurztraminer grape has its origins in Germany and is grown extensively in New York, Oregon and Washington states. For a Virginia Gewurztraminer to be awarded Gold on both coasts, in wine regions known for producing internationally acclaimed Gewurztraminer, is a major accomplishment.
Gray Ghost Vineyard / 14706 Lee Hwy / Amissville VA 20106 www.grayghostvineyards.com
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HAVE YOU TASTED VIRGINIA'S FINEST?
The top 12 scoring wines in Virginia's wine competition make up the Governor's Cup Case and are used by the Virginia Wine Board for marketing purposes in Virginia, across the country and around the world.
- Barboursville Vineyard - 2008
- Malvaxia Passito Barboursville Vineyard - 2010
- Nebbiolo Reserve Barboursville Vineyard - 2010
- Octagon Barren Ridge Vineyard - 2009
- Meritage Fabbioli Cellars - 2011
- Tannat Horton Vineyards - 2010
- Tannat King Family Vineyards - 2011
- Meritage North Gate Vineyard - 2011
- Meritage Rockbridge Vineyard - 2008
- Meritage, DeChiel Reserve, unfiltered Sunset Hills Vineyard - 2010
- Mosaic Two Twisted Post Winery - 2012
- Chardonnay Williamsburg Winery - 2010 Adagio (winner of the 2014 Governor's Cup)
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2014 WINERY GUIDE
This is an excellent guide to Virginia wineries and a real resource for summer travelers. This year's updated guide features 250 wineries, cideries and meaderies and includes locations, hours, directions and contact information. The free guide can be ordered from the Virginia Wine Marketing Office at www.virginiawine.org/guide
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VIRGINIA WINE AND THE CIVIL WAR SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMEMORATION
While you tour Virginia's battlefields and other historic sites this summer during the Civil War Sesquicentennial Commemoration, discover something else that's making history in the commonwealth today. Virginia wines.
These specially labeled wines mark the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War. Stop by any of the participating wineries to purchase the commemorative wines as a keepsake of your tour through Virginia's battlefields and wineries.
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VIRGINIA WINE FACTS... DO YOU KNOW?
By year 2020, the Virginia Wine Industry will have a definitive brand identity and be established as the Eastern capital of the American wine industry, measurable by premium wine sales. (Vision Statement of the Virginia wine industry adopted April 24, 2014)
(Virginia Wine Council)
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JULY 2014 WINERY EVENTS AND WINE FESTIVALS
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July 18: Movie Night at Veramar
Veramar Vineyard (Berryville)
"Magic Lantern Theater" presents entertainment under the stars. Bring blankets and chairs for a fun filled night with movie beginning at dusk. Picnic or purchase food.
www.veramar.com
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July 19: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival Historic Downtown (Purcellville) Wine and culinary enthusiasts will gather under century old trees where they will be treated to tastings by a number of wineries, local breweries and a distillery. About a dozen restaurants and food trucks will offer up a variety of cuisine. www.purcellvillewineandfood.com |
July 19: Mid-Summer Festival
Hartwood Winery (Fredericksburg)
Annual mid-Summer Festival with Cooper Vineyards as guest winery. Wine tastings, live music and tours of the wine cellar.
www.hartwoodwinery.com
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July 19: Kegs and Corks Festival
1115 Vista Park Drive (Forest)
Sample Virginia wine from four area wineries and beer from five craft micro-breweries. Food and products from local vendors in addition to live music.
business.bedfordareachamber.com/events/
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July 19: Sip-n-Dip
Desert Rose Ranch & Winery (Hume)
Painting class by Lindsey Raye includes a wine glass you paint and keep with choice of design, paint, brushes and glass of your favorite wine. Limited space. Reservations.
www.desertrosewinery.com
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July 19: Crabfest at Mountain Cove
Mountain Cove Vineyards (Lovingston)
A feast of crabs and wines amid beautiful setting with Blue Ridge views. Presented by Nelson County Democratic Party.
www.mountaincovevineyards.com
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July 19-20: Bastille Days at Fox Meadow
Fox Meadow Winery (Linden)
Vertical tasting in the wine cellar: four vintages (2007-2011) of Le Renard Rouge, Bordeaux style blend. "Sneak peak" at 2012 vintage. Reservations recommended.
www.foxmeadowwinery.com
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July 26: Cigars & Wine Pairing Class
Little Washington Winery and Vineyards (Washington VA)
An educational experience where you will experience the nuances of pairing cigars with red, white, ros� and sparkling wines.
www.littlewashingtonwinery.com
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July 26: "French Kiss" at Three Fox
Three Fox Vineyards (Delaplane)
Bring your blanket, family, dogs and a picnic and watch the movie "French Kiss" at 7 pm. Light fare and wine available for purchase.
www.threefoxvineyards.com
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July 27: French Crepe Day
DelFosse Vineyards and Winery (Faber)
Delicious Savory and Sweet Crepes available for purchase. Enjoy with wine by the glass or bottle. Let them know you'll be coming.
www.delfossewine.com
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July 31: Sips & Cinema
Early Mountain Vineyards (Madison)
The movie is "Shrek" . . . the wine is Early Mountain. The food truck is Mouth Wide Open. Come at 7 and picnic on the lawn. Showtime is at 8:30.
www.earlymountain.com
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About Events:
As our information comes from many sources, we recommend you verify dates and times, as well as costs and reservations that may be required. (We are not responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information.)
If you would like to submit an event, send details (what, where and when, as well as contact information) to [email protected] no later than the 10th of the month prior to the event.
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With our James River Wine & Music Festival behind us, we were ready for some R&R. So, on June 6 we set out on a weekend excursion to northern Virginia, where we stopped at two of the state's premier wineries, Potomac Point in Stafford and Douk�nie. We had the opportunity to meet with Potomac Point's new winemaker, David Pagan Casta�o, and owners, Cindi and Skip Causey. At Douk�nie, we shared a glass of wine on the porch overlooking the picturesque grounds and vineyards, with owners Nicki and George Bazaco, who have been heavily involved in Virginia's wine industry since opening their winery in 1983.
You can read about Potomac Point, Winery of the Month in our June issue, and Douk�nie, Winery of the Month, this past March. Just visit www.vawinelover.com and click on Archived eNewsletters.
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POTOMAC POINT WINERY & VINEYARD
www.potomacpointwinery.com
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� 2006 Britt Marketing & Public Relations
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Official Virginia Wine Lover™ is not affiliated with or published by Virginia Wine Lover Magazine
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