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In January Decide What Wine Regions to Visit During 2011

January 18, 2011 – 9:03 am

January is a great time to plan a vacation or trip to a wine region. January seems to provide more time to relax and consider what your travel plans are for the coming year. There are many wine regions within the US to visit as well as around the world. Wine Trail Traveler has visited […]

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Fer Servadou Varietal Grape in Virginia

January 15, 2011 – 12:02 am

Yesterday we visited Hillsborough Vineyards located in Purcellville, Virginia. The winery is located about 45 minutes from Washington, DC and an estimated one-hour from Baltimore. Currently the vineyard has eight varietal grapes that include Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Roussanne, Petit Manseng, Petit Verdot, Tannat and Fer Servadou. Fer Servadou, a red grape, is typically […]

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Looking for Wine Events This Cold January Weekend? January 14-16

January 13, 2011 – 12:32 pm

Looking for events this cold January weekend? January 14-16 Check out these wine events that give you a chance to warmup and have fun! Links are included for your convenience. Be sure to check ahead with the winery to verify the times. Cheers! Kathy Friday, January 14 Event: Friday Nights are for Chili and Wine […]

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Only Two Days Left for Early Bird Special for Wineries Unlimited Conference

January 13, 2011 – 1:03 am

The Early Bird Special for the Wineries Unlimited Trade Show & Conference ends January 15, 2011. This date is an extension from the original deadline of December 31, 2010. If you are planning to attend the conference in Richmond, Virginia be sure to get your tickets by January 15th. That doesn’t give you much time […]

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Leo Grande Vineyard & Winery

January 12, 2011 – 1:02 am

We recently enjoyed a Virginia Rosé wine. This was a Roaring Rosé, a red table wine from Leo Grande Vineyards & Winery. Leo Grande is a small farm winery. We paired the Rosé wine with a simply dinner of chicken, baked potatoes and a garden-style salad. Roaring Rosé was a deeper pink than many Rosés. […]

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Local Wineries Support Community

January 9, 2011 – 12:03 am

Sometimes it makes one wonder about people who don’t want a winery in their own backyard. Sure neighbors need to realize that a winery is a business and that the vineyards are like having a farm next door. Hours can’t be just the traditional 9am to 5pm. However the benefits of having a winery in […]

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Winery Events for January 7-9

January 6, 2011 – 9:47 am

The holiday season is over and for some the January doldrums may set in. However, if you are looking to stave off the winter doldrums consider visiting some wineries. Numerous wineries have fireplaces aglow adding a warm and cheery place to spend some time. Some wineries may have limited hours during the winter so be […]

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Wineries Unlimited Early Bird Special Ends Soon!

December 27, 2010 – 9:42 am

The Wineries Unlimited Trade Show & Conference’s early bird discount ends before the start of 2011. Changed from its previous location outside of Philadelphia, the Wineries Unlimited Trade Show and Conference will take place in the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Virginia. This conference is one of the largest wine-related conferences in the United States. […]

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Why Would People Visit Virginia Wineries?

December 23, 2010 – 4:54 pm

Recently we had family from Virginia over for dinner. Both couples enjoy visiting wineries in Virginia. After sharing photos of our New Zealand wine trip, I was asked why people might want to visit Virginia wineries. My first response was that Virginia is beautiful and historic, many in the state have figured out what wine […]

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A Virginia Distillery Offers Organic and Kosher Products

December 20, 2010 – 9:42 am

Catoctin Creek Distilling Company is located just outside Washington, DC in Purcellville, Virginia. According to their website, this is the first distillery to open in Virginia since Prohibition. The distillery is certified organic and kosher. Yesterday, we heard about a distillery, Catoctin Creek, in Virginia. The Pearousia Limited Pear Brandy was made in collaboration with […]

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