Celebrating October Virginia Wine Month

October 1, 2021

Today marks the beginning of Virginia wine month. When former Governor Gerald L. Baliles launched October Virginia Wine Month in …

My Latest Column for The Virginian-Pilot — The Williamsburg Winery head leads effort to establish new American Viticultural Area

September 7, 2021

I’ve been busy with work, family, life (oy, that never a dull moment) and print writing deadlines so I’ve not …

March 9, 2021

Barboursville Paxxito and Lostboy Comeback Kid for the wins! The Barboursville Vineyards team won their fifth Virginia Governor’s Cup for …

February 2, 2021

Now is a great time to buy and drink local wines! Wineries and cideries across the state are offering discounted …

January 22, 2021

Please join us for the second annual ‘Open That Bottle of Virginia Wine’ on Saturday, March 27. Regular readers may …

January 10, 2021

You’re on mute. Social distancing. Wear a mask. Pivot. Doomscrolling. Words and phrases added to our lexicon in the year …

December 2, 2020

Let’s talk about Virginia Cabernet Franc… Friday, December 4 is International Cabernet Franc Day! I’m not sure how these days …