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Tag Archives: Viognier

Celebrate Virginia Oyster Month with These Local Wine and Brine Pairings

November 8, 2017

As much as any food, oysters can taste like where they’re from.  Water salinity, rain, types of algae, surrounding marsh, …

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Virginia Viognier Rebounds in 2015

August 22, 2016

In 1989, Dennis Horton, winemaker and founder of Horton Winery in Gordonsville, north of Charlottesville, planted the first Viognier vines …

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Thoughts on Virginia Wine in 2016 — Opportunities and Headwinds

January 20, 2016

Thoughts on the year ahead for the Virginia wine industry.

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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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Results from the Oregon vs. Virginia Viognier and Cab Franc Tasting

February 9, 2013

Results from the Oregon vs. Virginia Viognier and Cab Franc Tasting Last month I was invited to participate in a …

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WBW78 Recap — A lot of Wine Blogging Folk Got Their Viggy On!

June 26, 2012

A big thank you to everyone who participated in the 78th edition of Wine Blogging Wednesday.  And… a virtual tip …

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Wine Blogging Wednesday 78 – Got My Viggy On Three Ways

June 20, 2012

Today, Wednesday, June 20, 2012, marks the 78th edition of Wine Blogging Wednesday — the (almost) monthly virtual wine gathering. …

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  • Montsant (Spain) Rising — A Young Appellation With A Deep History
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