A Weekend of Virginia Wine
Last weekend, really it started on Thursday, was one drenched in Virginia Wine for me, thanks to the Virginia Wine Expo and the Governor’s Cup […]
Virginia Wine Expo
Blenheim Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Region: Charlottesville – Virginia – USA Cost: $20 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Velvety accents of plum, raspberry and lilac charm the nose while […]
Virginia Wineworks Bag in the Box Cabernet Franc 2009
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Franc Region: Charlottesville – Virginia – USA Cost: $30 Winemaker’s Notes: Deep purple color with aromas of dark blackberry and currants. Soft […]
2011 Virginia Governor’s Cup Gold Medal Tasting
It’s Virginia Wine Expo time, and before I attended the 2011 Virginia Wine Expo (thoughts to come later), I had the change to taste the […]
Blenheim Vineyards Viognier 2008
Varietal: Viognier Region: Virginia – USA Cost: $19 A nose of smoky papaya gives way to concentrated apple and white pepper tones with a lingering […]
Athena Lighthouse White Wine
Varietal: Seyval Blanc Region: Virginia – USA Cost: $20 Light, aromatic white wine with a tartness that is balanced with residual sugar. Â Pairs well with […]