Category Archives: Tasting Rooms

At Virginia wineries and vineyards you can enjoy exclusive tours of wine caves and cellars, relax in gorgeous tasting rooms and outdoor areas, and participate in intimate wine tastings. Plus, almost all of our wineries are run and owned by families, so you’ll feel at home everywhere you go.

Planning a wine tasting excursion may seem overwhelming with hundreds of wineries to visit, each with its own distinctive style, location, and history. However, there is a tasting room experience perfect for everyone, whether you are there for fun or to explore the library collection and stock your cellar.
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Virginia’s Sparkling Wines and Pét-Nats

From the French term "pétillant naturel," Pét-Nats are sparkling wine being embraced by Virginia winemakers [...]

Photo of King Family Vineyards accepted the 2024 Virginia Governor's Cup award for their 2019 Meritage Blend.
Best Virginia Wines in 2024

Learn about the best wines of Virginia, including the 2023 Virginia Governor's Cup winning wine, [...]

Photo of King Family Vineyards team accepts the 2024 Virginia Governor's Cup for the best Virginia wine 2024.
2024 Governor’s Cup Case

Read all about the top 12 wines from the Governor's Cup competition, the Virginia wineries [...]

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Gold Medal Wines of the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup

A comprehensive list of the Virginia Wineries and their wines that won gold medals in [...]

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Expert Wine Tasting Tips

Your guide to tasting wine. Virginia Wine Country author and expert Richard Leahy leads a [...]

Virginia Wineries with Fine Dining

Read about the top Virginia wineries with fine dining experiences, events and gorgeous Virginia Wine [...]

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Prince Michel Winery’s New Vision

Prince Michel Winery & Vineyard is one of the oldest Virginia wineries. With a new [...]

Virginia Distillery Co Helped Win an Official Designation for American Single Malt Whiskey in the U.S.
News Bits: American Single Malt Officially Recognized

Discover the top wine & food news from Virginia in 2023. American Single Malt Whiskey [...]

Common Wealth Crush Co. Opens in Waynesboro VA with New York Sommelier Lee Campbell
News Bits: Common Wealth Crush Opens in Waynesboro

Discover the top wine & food news from Virginia in 2023. Common Wealth Crush Co [...]

News Bits: Virginia Craft Beer Award Winner

Discover the top wine & food news from Virginia in 2023. Benchtop Brewing Co won [...]