Narmada Yash-Vir 2017 is made with the classic Bordeaux grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. It is a compelling wine, rich mahogany in color with evocative aromas of black fruits and cedar.

After being released three years ago it was decided that the high acid, high tannic wine needed more time to mellow. Cellared for few more years, we are finally re-releasing this Petit Verdot. Still more aggressive than the 2014, the vintage, with its jam-y fruit flavors, is a great one to age for a few more years, but can definitely be enjoyed now. 

A densely concentrated wine with clean aromatics of black fruit, violet and nutmeg. The black fruit continues through to the finish with smoke and oak.

With grape tons of enthusiasm and some years of experience under their belts, two Virginia wine young professionals are bringing new life to North Gate Vineyards. 

Since they posted about their opening in March, I have wanted to check out Walsh Family Wine. Vacuuming and laundry were done early and off I went to the wilds of western Loudoun.

There’s a story about this place. It was North Gate Vineyards, but in 2018 the Walshes purchased it and set up shop. What they have done in a short period of time is pretty fantastic. The property is gorgeous, and they’ve created a nice spot to unwind and relax. Most importantly, the wine is good too.

This 100% Petit Verdot varietal is a beautiful, smooth and delicious wine. It has a crisp bright nose, a forward palate of cranberry and stone fruit with hints of coffee, and a long leathery finish. Pairs well with hearty dishes.

This signature Bordeaux style blend has a bright, “fun” and fruity nose, with lots of black cherry. The forward palate is fruity with a bit of leather, giving way to vanilla and a light smokiness on the finish. 33% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Petit Verdot.

This Petit Verdot is especially made for small feet. 

Virginia Mountain Vineyards was established in the spring of 1998 but today we tend 5,625 vines covering more than 9.5 acres. 

Hamlet Vineyards, established in 2010 out of a love and admiration for winemaking, is a historic landmark of Southern Virginia. Located on 300 acres of rich countryside in Bassett Virginia, owners Butch and Virginia have cultivated a beautiful and fruitful vineyard. Partnering with Michael Shaps, owner and winemaker at Michael Shaps Wineworks,  Hamlet's fruit and craft wines truly reflect the essence of Southern Virginia. 

Founded in 2015, Valley Road Vineyard has already garnered a reputation for Great Wine, Great People, and Great Place. With a gold medal-winning, Petit Verdot in the Virginia Governor's Case in its first year, Valley Road has gone on to receive medals for its Viognier and Meritage varietals -- plus rave reviews from visitors for its blends, sparkling wines and rosé. Located at the north end of Route 151, just south of Route 250 in Albemarle County, Valley Road Vineyards serves as the gateway to the Nelson 151 corridor and its beautiful Blue Ridge vistas.