Wine Country News about Virginia Wineries

A crisp, light, and vibrant Traminette offering classic notes of rose petal and ripe lychee on the nose with hints of tropical fruit in the background. This is an off-dry wine that pairs perfectly with slightly spicy foods. 

With aromas of pear and white flower followed by brightness and minerality, this white wine blend exhibits structure and a firm acidity. Pairs well with light cheese, seafood, and nothing at all.

Crisp, “off dry” white wine with classic Traminette notes of ripe lychee on the nose and hints of tropical fruit in the background. Balance of acidity and sweetness makes this wine a great choice for a hot day.

This vineyard designated Chardonnay comes from our TANA vineyard and exhibits a lovely bouquet of pineapple and distinct mineral characteristics. It exhibits a vibrant acidity with a hint of oak and a weighty finish. Pairs well with food. Produced in a Mâcon style and aged 5 months in French oak.

This vineyard designated Chardonnay comes from our Whetstone Run vineyard and exhibits a lovely bouquet of tropical fruit with a hint of wet granite. It exhibits zesty acidity and a long mouthwatering finish. Pairs well with food. Produced in stainless steel.

100% estate grown Viognier with notes of apricot, pear, and honeysuckle leading to a natural salinity and lovely, bright finish. Best served slightly chilled.

The 2022 Magnolia Vineyards Vidal Blanc is a lively, dry white with fresh citrus aromas, a grapefruit-forward palate, and a crisp, mineral finish. Perfect with seafood or light salads, this is a go-to for warm weather meals.

 Orange blossom, honey and baking spices on the nose head to grilled pineapple and honeysuckle on the palate. 

50 % Petit Manseng and 50% Viognier. Made in collaboration with Bridgewater College, this wine is a great party wine. Bring it as a gift for a BC grad. 

Our latest Black Walnut White blend shows a bit of floral and citrus on the nose, like an orange blossom. A creamsicle forward palate gives way to a dry finish with hints of grapefruit, tangerine and pineapple.