I am sorry to hear that Oakencroft Vineyard and Winery is closing its doors. I believe it is a loss to the Virginia wine industry both physically and sentimentally. On a rainy day in April 2007, we had visited the winery and tasting room. Despite the rain, the area was beautiful with lovely landscaping, a pond and a sign for geese crossing. During our tour, we had the privilege of meeting Felicia Rogan, a figure with prominence in the Virginia wine world. Rogan was the first Chairperson of the Virginia Wine Grape Growers Advisory Board. She encouraged and helped create the Monticello AVA. My hat is off to Felicia Rogan and while she will no longer be owner of a winery, she will continue to add her input into the Virginia wine industry. Her plans include continuing her freelance writing. Although I’m sad to see the Oakencroft winery closing and the land has been sold,  it is good to know that the land is in conservation easement. The new owners may continue vineyards but are not planning on producing wine.