This past spring, I attended the 2022 Virginia Governor’s Cup Celebration and witnessed the conclusion of this year’s record-breaking competition! As a VIP ticket holder, I received free tastings at each of the case-winning wineries and best-in-show cider winner. Judges awarded 65 wineries, cideries, and meaderies across Virginia with 127 gold medals — the 12 … More Virginia Governor’s Cup Gold Medal Case Trail
I recently had the chance to visit New Orleans for a beautiful wedding on New Year’s Day. The whole weekend was full of amazing food, lots of drinks, and even more walking! Below is a list of all the places I visited minus a few bars! Bywater We stayed at an adorable airbnb in Bywater. … More NOLA Guide
In the midst of October I had the chance to visit some wineries that have been on my bucket list for sometime. It was even more special to visit during Virginia Wine Month. I know I am late to the game but Linden Vineyards has been on my list of Virginia Wineries to visit for … More Wine Trip Treat
I am back with our final VA Women in Wine Wednesday! Today I have the pleasure of introducing you to Ashleigh White, the assistant winemaker/winegrower at Glen Manor Vineyards. What made you want to pick a career in such a male dominated industry? I wouldn’t say I picked or sought out this career. It fell … More Virginia Women in Wine Wednesday
Happy Wine Wednesday! This week our Q&A is with Virginia female winemaker, Kirsty Harmon. Not only is Kirsty the winemaker at Blenheim Vineyards but she is also the general manager. 1. What made you want to pick a career in such a male dominated industry? I got into wine by accident rather than through planning, … More Virginia Women in Wine Wednesday
This week I am back with another amazing female winemaker in Virginia, Corry Craighill. Corry is the winemaker at Septenary Winery. Read below for the full Q&A. 1. What made you want to pick a career in such a male dominated industry? It took me several vintages to realize that this job was going to … More Virginia Women in Wine Wednesday
The larger wine world is mostly dominated by men, but there are some amazing women in Virginia doing the damn thing. Every Wednesday I will feature a Virginia Woman Winemaker. They all graciously answered a few questions so be sure to follow along! This week I bring you Maya Hood White, Associate Winemaker and Viticulturist … More Virginia Women in Wine Wednesday
Paso Robles is home to more than 300 wineries spreading across the Paso Robles AVA and 11 sub AVAs. The region has more than 60 varieties of grapes on nearly 40,000 acres of vines. Reds dominate the region — Cabernet Sauvignon being the most planted grape. The region is also known for Rhone style blends … More Your Guide To Paso Robles
Traveling With Wine After traveling to several wine regions, I have learned a lot about traveling with wine. Of course shipping direct from the winery is the safest option. This option is great if the winery has shipping deals. Often times, you have to buy several bottles to make this option worth it. Typically it’s … More Paso Robles Wine Haul
Did you know that North Carolina is home to nearly 200 wineries across 3 growing regions? It has 5 AVAs and 5 wine trails. I had the pleasure of visiting last weekend — May also happens to be NC wine month! North Carolina is the only place in the world where every type of grape … More NC Wine Time
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