Guides to Wine

A standout holiday party starts with a cheese board that looks like art and tastes like celebration. Use this step by step guide to select five essential cheese styles, match them with crowd pleasing Virginia wines, and finish with festive accents guests will talk about well into the new year.

If Virginia wine nights have filled a drawer with corks, consider this your stylish solution. From quick coasters to heirloom-worthy wreaths, here are beautiful, doable ways to repurpose corks at home. For inspiration, look to Gray Ghost Vineyards’ legendary cork artistry, then make something delightfully your own.

Snow day in Virginia. Perfect. Stoke the fire, grab a throw, and pour one of these five bold local reds that bring heat, spice, and soul to a frosty afternoon.

Celebrate October Virginia Wine Month by exploring local wineries, enjoying harvest festivals, and supporting Virginia’s thriving wine industry. Discover the best events and activities in Virginia this October.

Discover Virginia Cider Week, a November celebration of the state’s rich cider-making tradition. Enjoy cider tastings, orchard tours, pairing dinners, and workshops, highlighting the best of Virginia’s craft cider industry.

Explore the lasting effects of the film Sideways on the wine industry in this insightful article. Discover how the movie's infamous dismissal of Merlot reshaped consumer preferences and sparked a resurgence of quality-focused production, particularly in Virginia. From the dramatic sales shifts to the emergence of outstanding wineries, this piece delves into the evolution of Merlot and highlights the region's finest producers crafting exceptional wines. Join us on a journey through the cultural impact of Sideways and the resilience of Merlot.

October is an exciting month for Virginia wineries. Winemakers are busy assessing their harvest as the last fruits are plucked from the vine, the statewide celebration of Virginia Wine Month begins, and the last of the seasons wine festivals are being held.

Wine country in Virginia is dotted with cute and cozy tasting rooms that ooze comfort and warmth on cold winter days. Get out of your cramped house or apartment and relax by the fireplace in one of these super cozy tasting rooms.