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 …

Results from Round 1 of the 6th Annual Virginia Sparkling Wine Blind Tasting

February 5, 2015

According to wine consumption data compiled by The Wine Institute, Americans spent more than $36 billion on wine in 2013. …

January 13, 2015

Happy New Year! Since this post has languished in my drafts folder since late November, I am unilaterally extending the …

November 21, 2014

Virginia is producing some world-class wines that can stand alongside wines from more notable regions. This was the primary theme …

September 11, 2014

‘The cultivation of the grape has assumed considerable importance in Virginia within the last few years, the fresh fruit being …

August 10, 2014

“Pinot Noir from Virginia? Wow. Love the aromatics, depth of flavor and acidity, a fantastic wine,” remarked a friend after …

July 21, 2014

“The only constant in the wine life is change,” remarked a friend during a conversation over lunch as he shared …