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Vol. XII, Issue No. 2                                                                                                                                       January 31, 2017   
   
            
Dear Wine Lover Friends,   
 
What a month for Wine Lovers!  Wineries and breweries across the state are featuring Valentine's Day activities.  Among the sweet events on the calendar are delicious pairings of wine and chocolate and special winemaker dinners.  There's even a chance to win a diamond for your sweetheart.  Check out the complete list of February Events.
 
Our Winery of the Month is Keswick Vineyards near Charlottesville.  Winery, vineyard and picturesque wedding venue, Keswick is dedicated to superior wines and services.  February is a great month to visit, and the tasting room is open daily 10 to 5.

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Happy Valentine's Day . . . and Cheers to Virginia Wine Lovers! 
   
 
Frank C. Britt
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KESWICK VINEYARDSwineryofmonth
World-Class Vineyard and Winery
Keswick Vineyards is a premier winery, vineyard and popular wedding venue.  It is located on the historic 400-acre Edgewood Estate in the heart of Virginia wine country just east of Charlottesville.  A member of the acclaimed Monticello Wine Trail, Keswick  currently has 44.25 acres under vine with 13 varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Viognier and Chardonnay. 

Al and Cindy Schornberg, originally from Holly, Michigan, purchased Edgewood Estate in 2000. After an extensive search that spanned coast to coast, they eventually settled in Virginia and fulfilled their dream of owning a winery. After a successful career in the tech industry, a near-fatal plane accident proved to be the catalyst for pursuing that dream.

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MARGARITA CHILI
                                                      
The winning entry in the Great Wine Lover Chili Contest is the February Recipe of the Month.  It was submitted by Gwen Van Voorhis.  Her Margarita Chili is easy to make ... and delicioso!


 






2017 VIRGINIA WINERY GUIDE AVAILABLEETCETERA2017  
Produced by the Virginia Wine Board Marketing Office, the 2017 Guide features the state's 260+ wineries, cideries and meaderies.  It includes a driving map with winery locations, hours, directions and contacts. To receive a free copy of the Guide, visit the website to submit your mailing address or to download the regional maps at www.virginiawine.org/guide





 

VIRGINIA'S BILLION DOLLAR WINE INDUSTRY
The new economic impact study, fresh off the press, shows that Virginia's wine industry contributes more than $1.37 billion annually to the state's economy, an increase of 82 percent from the last study conducted in 2010.
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STONE TOWER WINERY SPONSORS WINE RETREAT
The February 24-26 program is designed to offer fun and educational workshops focused on food and wine paring, winter vineyard management, cellaring and production techniques.  Stepping into the cellar, participants will experience crafting artisan Bordeaux-style blends with Winemaker Tim Crowe.
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2017 GOVERNOR'S CUP
The Virginia Wineries Association Governor's Cup Gala will be held in Richmond at the John Marshall Hotel on February 23.  The event is the premier gathering of the Virginia wine industry, and the highlight of the evening is the announcement of the winner of the Governor's Cup competition.  For information, www.virginiawine.org / 804-592-3196.







CHECK FUTURE FESTIVALS EACH MONTH
FOR DATES AND OPPORTUNITIES
TO PURCHASE TICKETS AT EARLY BIRD SAVINGS.
 
To Select Festival and Follow Link to Purchase Tickets.

   
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February 3:  Bacchus Wine and Food Festival 
Virginia Living Museum (Newport News) 
Samplings of fine wine, craft beer, 20 restaurants and an eclectic mix of live music and entertainment.  Supports science education at the museum. Reservations. 
 
February 4:  Super Bowl of Wine 
Paradise Springs Winery (Clifton) 
Blind tasting event with 5 Paradise Springs wines alongside a wine of the same varietal and price point from another region of the world.  $25. 
February 4:  Taste of Wine & Chocolate 
Ingleside Vineyards (Oak Grove) 
An elegant and educational chocolate and wine experience featuring the finest Ingleside wines.  $45; Reservations. 
February 4:  Pop-Up Party 
Hamlet Vineyards (Bassett) 
An evening of fabulous food paired with great wines and scrumptious desserts at a swanky secret location near Martinsville.  Cocktail attire.  $79; Reservations. 
Website


 
February 4:  Bubbles Release Celebration 
Breaux Vineyards (Purcellville) 
What a combination. Sparkling Rosé and extended aged sparkling brut with handmade macarons from Best Buns.  Reservations. 
February 4:  Enhanced Wine Tasting 
Veramar Vineyard (Berryville) 
A seated wine tasting experience in Bella's Corner tasting bar.  Includes current release and library wines paired with gourmet Charcuterie plate.  $25; Reservations.
Website


February 4:  Meet the Author 
DuCard Vineyards (Etlan) 
Bestselling author Marietta McCarthy pairs DuCard wines with topics from her three books.  Complimentary glass of wine if you email RSVP to [email protected] 
Website

 
February 4-5:  Wine & Soup Weekends 
James Charles Winery & Vineyard (Winchester) 
Veramar Vineyard 
Bogati Winery 
 
February 7:  Mardi Gras Bash
Devil's Backbone Brewing Company (Roseland)
Celebrate Fat Tuesday at Basecamp Brewpub & Meadows.  Zydeco music and create your own mask.  Menu specials include King Cake.
Website

February 11:  Dram of Love Valentine's Day Celebration
Virginia Distillery Company (Lovingston)
Annual event with Gearharts Fine Chocolates mini-version of their decadent whisky truffles made of Virginia Highland Malt.  Music and food available for purchase.
Website
READ MORE FOR FULL LIST OF FEBRUARY EVENTS
About Events: As our information comes from many sources, we recommend you verify dates and times, as well as costs and reservations that may be required. (We are not responsible for incorrect or inaccurate information.)
 
If you would like to submit an event, send details (what, where and when, as well as contact information) to [email protected] no later than the 10th of the month prior to the event.



FESTIVAL A GREAT SUCCESSwewerethere2017
A pproximately 1,800 attendees participated in 10 different events around Williamsburg in early January. The 2018 event has already been scheduled for January 12-15. The over-riding goal is to providing an entertaining weekend full of jazz and blues programs as well as wine, beer and cuisine options. Website



 
 


 


 
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