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November -December
Blue Ridge WineWay Deck the Halls Celebration. Create the ultimate
wine lover's holiday tree by visiting each of the WineWay's 10 wineries
and collecting a unique holiday ornament from each. 11a.m. -5p.m.
Info: 800-820-1021. Website: www.BlueRidgeWineWay.com.
Sponsored by VirginiaWineCountryTours.com and Independence Airlines.
November -December
In November and December enjoy limited production tastings on the
weekends at Jefferson Vineyards. Holiday specials all month,
Virginia wine makes a fantastic gift! Info: 800-272-3042. Website:
www.jeffersonvineyards.com
November
Fall Fondue Weekends at North Mountain Vineyards! Enjoy delicious
fondue every weekend in November. On a sunny Fall day, the decks
overlooking the vineyard are ideal to view splendid Fall foliage.
On cooler days, our cozy tasting room is the perfect place to delight
in a delectable fondue served with French bread and fruit. Fee.
Info: 540-436-9463. Website: www.northmountainvineyard.com
November 5
Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Gala Release Party at Gray Ghost Vineyards.
This black-tie optional evening celebrates the release of the
incredible 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon! This is the only opportunity
to taste this elegant wine! Enjoy a candlelit, elegant evening with
dinner, live music, dancing and all Gray Ghost released wines. Reservations
required. Fee. 7:30p.m.-10:30p.m. Info: 540-937-4869. Website: www.grayghostvineyards.com
November 5
Cooking Class with Chef Alex Montiel at King Family Vineyards. Welcome
glass of wine, lunch and signature wine glass included. Class limited
to 30. Pre-paid reservations required. $50/person. Info: 434-823-7800.
E-mail: info@kingfamilyvineyards.com. Website: www.kingfamilyvineyards.com
November 5
Annual Albemarle Farm Harvest Festival at Kluge Estate Winery.
Info: 434-984-4855. Website: www.klugeestate.com
November 5
Comparative Tasting of the Red Wines of Italy and Villa Appalaccia
Winery. Participate in a blind tasting of popular Italian reds
with those of Villa Appalaccia. Includes Italian breads from our
brick oven and cheeses. Live music. Noon-4p.m. $8/person. Info:
540-593-3100. Website: www.villaappalaccia.com
November 5-6
Heart of Virginia Harvest Passport Weekend. Take a fall foliage
tour of Central Virginia's premier wineries: Cooper Vineyards, Grayhaven
Winery, James River Cellars, Lake Anna Winery. Fee includes souvenir
glass, tastings at all four wineries and a special gift for completion
of the trail. Purchase tickets in advance and save. Sat and Sun.
11a.m.-5p.m. Info: 540-895-5085 or 540-894-5253 or 804-556-3917.
November 5-6
Horton Vineyards Fall Barrel Tasting. Taste '04 and '05 wines
from the barrel and enjoy the fall colors in beautiful Orange County.
$5/person includes glass. Info: 540-832-7440. Website: www.hvwine.com
November 5-6, 12-13, 19-20
"Thanks for the Bounty of the Harvest" at Peaks of Otter
Winery. The sweetest cider, the most succulent apples, the jars
of preserves, jams and jellies, the warmth of wine and conversation
are here to share. Free. Noon-5p.m. Picnic and also visit the National
D-Day Memorial, Bedford Museum and Poplar Forest. Info: 540-586-3707.
E-mail: appleseed@earthlink.net. Website: www.peaksofotterwinery.com
November 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27
Gumbo Weekends at Breaux Vineyards. Join us this weekend and
chase the chill out of the air with a bowl of Andouille Sausage
and Chicken Gumbo and Breaux Vineyards' wines. Info: 800-492-9961.
Website: www.BreauxVineyards.com
November 6
Holiday Cooking Class at First Colony Winery. Learn how to prepare
an unforgettable holiday meal from former executive chef of Boars
Head Inn, Chef Alex Montiel. $45/person includes cooking class,
3-course meal, wines with each course, tour, tasting, signature
wine glass and all taxes. Limited availability so reserve early!
Choose a class at 10:30a.m. or 2p.m. Info: 877-979-7105. E-mail:
info@firstcolonywinery.com. Website: www.firstcolonywinery.com
November 12
Barrel Tasting at Breaux Vineyards. Participate in a barrel
tasting and discussion of our award-winning red wines, hosted by
winemaker Dave Collins. We will taste and discuss the Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Nebbiolo. Gourmet fare provided. Info:
800-492-9961. Website: www.BreauxVineyards.com
November 12
Fall Barrel Tasting at Ingleside Vineyards. Sample wines direct
from French and American Oak barrels. See how the wines are maturing.
Live music, tours, tastings, souvenir glass and holiday wine and
gift specials. Reservations recommended. 1p.m.-5p.m. $10/person.
Info: 804-224-8687. Website: www.ipwine.com
November 12
Jefferson Vineyards' Fall Festival. Join us for wine tastings,
seasonal fare and leaf gazing. Advance ticket purchase required.
Info: 800-272-3042. Website: www.jeffersonvineyards.com
November 12
Fall Barrel Tasting at Tarara Vineyard. Taste our barrel-aged
wines and vertical flights in the candlelit winemaking cave. Hors
d'oeuvres will complement the evening. $45/person, tickets available
online. 7p.m.-10p.m. Info: 703-771-7100 x 250. Website: www.tarara.com
November 12
Wine prices … you be the judge at Willowcroft Farm Vineyards.
Test your palette. Is price a good indicator? $7/person. Noon-5p.m.
Info: 703-777-8161. Website: www.willowcroftwine.com
November 12-13
Farfelu Vineyards End-of-Harvest Bonfire & Chili Fest. Help
us celebrate the end of harvest season with a blowout weekend. Sample
three versions of our Crazy Red Wine Chili out by our end-of-harvest
bonfire. Vote for your favorite and then spend the day listening
to music on our infrared heated deck. 11a.m-5p.m. $15/person. Info:
540-364-2930. E-mail: info@farfeluwine.com. Website: www.farfeluwine.com
November 12-13
Fall soups at Old House Vineyards. Gather around the Old House
hearth for homemade soup specialties. Sat. 11a.m.-5p.m., Sun. noon-5p.m.
Fee. Info: 540-423-1032. Website: www.oldhousevineyards.com
November 12-13
Holiday Open House at Valhalla Vineyards. Get ready for the
big holidays to come. Wine specials, library wine sales for this
event only to let you get a few bottles of your favorite Valhalla
wine from our library. Gift ideas and special pricing. Info: 540-725-9463.
Website: www.valhallawines.com
November 12-13
"Soup days" at Windham Winery. Come in and relax by
our fireplace with a delicious bowl of homemade soup paired with
one of our excellent wines. $5 fee includes soup and bread. Info:
540-668-6464. Website: www.WindhamWinery.com
or events@WindhamWinery.com
November 12-13, 19-20
AmRhein Wine Cellars presents its 4th annual 'Holly Days' Open House.
Come share the joy of the season with holiday gourmet desserts while
sampling our award-winning Virginia-style wines. Enjoy decorations
and music while you shop for your unique wine gifts. Special holiday
prices, custom wrapped gift baskets and gift certificates available.
Souvenir glass complimentary with every wine purchase of 3 or more
bottles. Free admission. Noon-5p.m. Info: 540-929-4632. E-mail:
kelleyroanokewine@juno.com. Website: www.roanokewine.com
November 19
Abingdon Vineyard & Winery - Soup and glass of wine. Reservations
appreciated. $5/person. 12:30p.m.-2p.m. Info: 276-623-1255. Website:
www.abingdonwinery.com
November 19
Truffle Dinner featuring Chef Melissa Close from Palladio Restaurant
and Chef Craig Hartman at Barboursville Vineyards - Enjoy a
four course truffle dinner expertly paired with six wines. Reservations
required. $125/person all-inclusive. 7p.m. Info: 540-832-7848. Website:
www.barboursvillewine.com
November 19
Celebrate the upcoming holidays with dinner at Breaux Vineyards.
Join our winemaker Dave Collins for a gourmet wine dinner at
the winery. Each fabulous course will be specially paired with one
of Breaux Vineyards' award-winning wines. Fee. Info: 800-492-9961.
Website: www.BreauxVineyards.com
November 19-20
Holiday Open House at Cooper Vineyards. Holiday arts and crafts,
unique wine-related gifts. Light holiday fare. Stock up for your
Thanksgiving feast. Special holiday discounts. No fee. 11a.m.-5p.m.
Website: www.coopervineyards.com
November 19-20
Fall Open House at Hartwood Winery. Enjoy wines from Hartwood
and our guest winery. Tours, hors d'oeuvres, and complimentary glass.
$10/person. 11a.m.-5p.m. Info: 540-752-4893. Website: www.hartwoodwinery.com
November 19-20
Chili Open House at James River Cellars. Warm up with a cup
of chili this weekend and enjoy wine tastings, tours, and special
promotions. Pick up some great wines for the holidays. Bowl of chili
and glass of wine $6. Sat. 10a.m.-6p.m., Sun. 11a.m.-5p.m. Info:
804-550-7516. E-mail: winecellars@jrgm.com. Website: www.jamesrivercellars.com
November 19-20
"Thanksgiving Weekend Open House" at Oasis Winery.
Wine specials. Indoor & outdoor infrared heated seating. "Come
experience the Fun!" No reservations needed. Website: www.oasiswine.com
or AOL Keyword: Oasis Wine
November 19-20
Celebrate Winter's arrival at Stillhouse Vineyards. Enjoy our
distinctive wines and warm yourself by our outside fire. Light fare
available for purchase. Free. 11a.m.-5p.m. Info: 540-364-1203. E-mail:
info@stillhousevineyards.com. Website: www.stillhousevineyards.com
November 19-20
Holiday Open House at Unicorn Winery. Sweets and treats abound
this weekend while you pick up wine for Thanksgiving and holiday
giving. Gift baskets, wine specials and the most extensive wine
accessories selection in the area. Get a leg up on your holiday
shopping! Fee. 11a.m.-5p.m. Blue Ridge WineWay Member. Info: 540-349-5885.
Website: www.unicornwinery.com
November 19-20
Vino Novello Festival at Villa Appalaccia Winery. Our big event.
Taste the fresh 2005 vintage red wine "Novello" along
with a variety of fresh pastas cooked in demonstration throughout
the day. Includes glass of wine, food and music. Noon-4 p.m. $12/person.
Info: 540-593-3100. Website: www.villaappalaccia.com
November 20
Thanksgiving guest chef and author at Kluge Estate Winery. Prepared
Thanksgiving meals available. Info: 434-984-4855. Website: www.klugeestate.com
November 25-December 4
Holiday Open House. Do your Christmas shopping at Cardinal Point!
Wine, crafts, foods, and holiday treats all week long. Info: 540-456-8400.
Website: www.cardinalpointwinery.com
November 25-26
Horton Vineyards Thanksgiving Open House. Join us for hot soup
and Horton Norton Chili. Browse for gifts for the wine lover. Take
a stroll through the vineyard and walk off some of that Thanksgiving
feast. Stock up on wine for the holiday season with special discounts
on our award-winning wines. $5/person includes glass. Info: 540-832-7440.
Website: www.hvwine.com
November 25-27
Annual Thanksgiving Open House at Burnley Vineyards. Tasting
new releases including Cabernet Sauvignon and Hot Mulled Wine (Spicy
Rivanna). Items to nibble will be available. Free admission. 11a.m.-5p.m.
Info: 540-832-2828. Website: www.burnleywines.com
November 25-27
Holiday Open House at Barboursville Vineyards - Celebrate the
holidays with us. Special holiday sampling from Palladio Restaurant
will be available. Make your own gift baskets with our wines. No
reservations required. 11a.m.-5p.m. Info: 540-832-3824. Website:
www.barboursvillewine.com
November 25-27
4th Annual Holiday Open House at Hickory Hill Vineyards. Join
us for a "Country Christmas" in our decorated farmhouse,
where you can sip our hot mulled wine, taste seasonal snacks and
purchase gifts for the wine lovers on your holiday gift list. Free.
11a.m.-5p.m. Info: 540-296-1393. E-mail: info@hickoryhillvineyards.com.
Website: www.hickoryhillvineyards.com
November 25-27
Stonewall Vineyard's Holiday Open House. Bring family, visitors
and friends to celebrate the Holidays with an excellent glass of
wine and complimentary hors d'oeuvres around the Christmas tree
and fireplace. Shop for that unique gift for your favorite wine
enthusiast from among our large array of accessories. Wine specials
and discounts. 11a.m.-5p.m. Info: 434-993-2185. Website: www.stonewallwine.com
November 25-27
Holiday Jazz at Tarara Vineyard. Jazz up your holidays at Tarara
with the stylings of some of Virginia's finest musicians from noon-6p.m.
Enjoy holiday treats along with wine and gift shop specials. Tasting
Fee. 11a.m.-5p.m. Info: 703-771-7100 x 249. Website: www.tarara.com
November 25-27
Annual Holiday Open House at Wintergreen Winery. Get in the
spirit with hot mulled wine, unique gift shopping, warm hospitality,
a festive setting and good cheer! Enjoy complimentary wine tasting
and delicious holiday refreshments. Free. 10a.m.-5p.m. Info: 434-361-2519.
E-mail: info@wintergreenwinery.com. Website: www.WintergreenWinery.com
November 26-27
Hidden Brook Winery's Holiday Open House. Enjoy special discounts
on wine (for all of those holiday gatherings) and all tasting room
merchandise. Info: 703-737-3935. Website: hiddenbrookwinery.com
November 26-27
Oakencroft Vineyard Holiday Open House. Sample our premier Virginia
wines and find that great gift idea for your special wine lover.
Snacks. 11a.m.-5p.m. $8/person includes glass. Info: 434-296-4188
x 21. E-mail: mail@oakencroft.com. Website www.oakencroft.com
November 26-27
"Soup days" at Windham Winery. Come in and relax by
our fireplace with a delicious bowl of homemade soup paired with
one of our excellent wines. $5 fee includes soup and bread. Info:
540-668-6464. Website: www.WindhamWinery.com
or events@WindhamWinery.com
November 26-27; December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18
"Christmas Time's A Coming" Open House at Peaks of Otter
Winery. Warm apple cinnamon wine and cider will be offered by
the fire in the wine tasting room. Gift packs of wine and canned
products will make wonderful Christmas gifts. Free. Noon-5p.m. Also
visit the National D-Day Memorial, Bedford Museum and Poplar Forest.
Info: 540-586-3707. E-mail: appleseed@earthlink.net. Website: www.peaksofotterwinery.com
November 26-December 18
Holiday Open House at Rebec Vineyards. Take a stroll every weekend
around our historic grounds with a mug of our delightful hot mulled
Autumn Glow. Local area Virginia arts and crafts are featured each
weekend. Free. 10a.m.-5p.m. Info: 434-946-5168. E-mail: winery@rebecwinery.com.
Website: www.rebecwinery.com
November 27
Local Artists' Treasures at Old House Vineyards. Work in some
holiday shopping while wine tasting, as local glass artist Parker
Stafford joins us with some of his works from the ancient art of
glassblowing. Sun. 2p.m.-4p.m. No fee. Info: 540-423-1032. Website:
www.oldhousevineyards.com
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