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The 2018 Virginia Governor’s Cup — a big year for golds, Petit Verdot, Viognier, Chardonnay and 2014 Meritage!

February 27, 2018

At a ceremony this evening at the historic Main Street Station and Trainshed in Richmond, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam presented …

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The Barns at Hamilton Station Vineyards Takes Top Honors at 2017 Virginia Governor’s Cup Wine Competition

February 21, 2017

The Barns at Hamilton Station Vineyards, wines from the 2014 vintage, and Petit Verdot from across Virginia Shine at the …

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And the 2015 Virginia Governor’s Cup goes to… (and, Big Red Wines Dominate the Golds Again)

February 24, 2015

And the winner is… Muse Vineyards 2009 Clio (a blend of 25% Cab Sauv, 25% Cab Franc, 25% Merlot, and …

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The Virginia Governor’s Cup — It’s All About Red Blends… For Now.

February 23, 2013

By now Virginia wine enthusiasts and industry followers know that Luca Paschina and team Barboursville (on Twitter: @OctagonVA) took possession …

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And the 2013 Virginia Governor’s Cup Winner Is…

February 21, 2013

The Virginia Wineries Association’s 2013 Virginia Governor’s Cup Winner is… Barboursville 2009 Octagon Congratulations to Luca and the entire Barboursville team — …

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And the 2012 Virginia Governor’s Cup Winner(s) is…

February 23, 2012

On December 12, 2011, Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell announced significant changes to the Governor’s Cup Virginia Wine Competition.  Following the …

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Major Changes to the Virginia Governor’s Cup – An Interview with New Head Judge Jay Youmans

December 14, 2011

Major Changes to the Virginia Governor’s Cup – An Interview with New Head Judge Jay Youmans In my non-wine, 9-to-5 …

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