Congratulations to the wineries of the Monticello Wine Trail on a successful Wine Week, and congratulations to King Family Vineyards for winning the Monticello Cup! We're excited to share our Monticello Cup Gala roundup, featuring all of the gold-winning wineries from this year's competition. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @monticellowinetrail @keswick_hall @the_wool_factory @kingfamilyvineyards π @barboursvillevineyards @cunninghamcreekwineryva @eastwoodfarmandwinery @keswickvineyards @lovingcupwinery @mswineworks @pollakvineyards @trumpwinery @valleyroadwines @veritaswinery @chestnutoakvineyard @flyingfoxwines @glasshousewines @knightsgambitvineyard @mountainandvinewine @pippinhillfarm @reynard_florence_winery @stinsonvineyards @wisdomoakwinery @woodbrookfarm_vineyard . . #wineandcountrylife #monticellowinetrail #charlottesville #monticelloava #vawine #vawinetogether
The Historic Garden Week Tours of Bunny Mellon's historic home and gardens are tomorrow and Friday! Read all about the beautiful property and what to expect on this lovely tour by following the link in our bio. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @historicgardenweek @oakspringgardenfoundation . . #wineandcountrylife #virginiagarden #vagarden #historicgardenweek #bunnymellon
The Foxfield Spring races are on Saturday! Make sure to prepare by reading our overview of the race day and getting your tailgate spreads in order. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @foxfieldracesvirginia . . #wineandcountrylife #vahorsecountry #vasteeplechase #virginiaequestrian #virginiahorse #steeplechase
Be inspired by Wine Countryβs most beautiful weddings in the new Virginia Wine & Country Wedding Planner. Read the digital edition of this gorgeous art book filled with expert local advice and stunning imagery. Print editions will start shipping next week! https://ow.ly/Aq0k50RlaT0 . . Cover π· by Aaron Watson Photography . . #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountryweddings #vawinery #winerywedding #weddinginspo #virginia
Be inspired by Wine Countryβs most beautiful weddings in the new Virginia Wine & Country Wedding Planner. Read the digital edition of this gorgeous art book filled with expert local advice and stunning imagery. Print editions will start shipping next week! https://ow.ly/36BB50RlaSX . . Cover π· by Aaron Watson Photography . . #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountryweddings #vawinery #winerywedding #weddinginspo #virginia
Virginia Wine Country is full of exciting weekend events! Check our Events Calendar for fun ways to spend your time this weekend. https://ow.ly/lm6450QcuRw . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #events #calendar #virginiaevents #weekendevents
Historic Garden Week starts next week and has tours of beautiful properties and homes all around the Commonwealth. Get your tickets for the tour of Waterperry Farm, a sprawling gardenscape inspired by English rose gardens and topiaries. Follow the link in our bio for the story of this lovely estate. . . π· by Robert Radifera Photography for Virginia Wine & Country Life @historicgardenweek @waterperryfarm . . #wineandcountrylife #historicgardenweek #vagarden #virginiagarden #historicgarden #englishgarden
We can't wait for the winemaker event at Eastwood Farm and Winery on Wednesday! Presented in conjunction with the Tom Tom festival, Eastwood has eight exciting Virginia wine experts and winemakers presenting at their wine tasting. Cheers to delicious Virginia wine and the people who make it! . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @eastwoodfarmandwinery @blackwomenwhowine . . #wineandcountrylife #vawine #vawinetogether #winetasting #virginiawine
Are you ready to clip hydrangeas from your yard to bring indoors this season? I am! If you live in the DC Metro region as I do, there's a great article from Wine & Country Life on growing hydrangeas in Virginia. -- the best varieties to plant in our climate & soil. (Link in bio) @WineandCountryLife Pictured: Builder: @artisan_builders Kitchen Designer: @lobkovichkitchendesigns Photographer: @gregpowers Styling: @mokimediamollerΒ Β #gardeninglife #hydrangeas #kitchendesign
Discover Bunny Mellon's historic home and gardens as part of the upcoming Historic Garden Week. The tour of Oak Spring Garden is on Thursday and Friday, April 25-26, so make sure to get your tickets soon! Follow the link in our bio for more. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @historicgardenweek @oakspringgardenfoundation . . #wineandcountrylife #virginiagarden #vagarden #historicgardenweek #bunnymellon
We're so excited for Monticello Wine Week! Get ready to celebrate Wine Enthusiast's Wine Region of the Year with a week of exciting events starting Friday, April 26th, including: β A celebration dinner and awards ceremony for the best wines in the Monticello AVA at the historic Wool Factory in Charlottesville β The chance to tee off at the Winemaker's Golf Tournament alongside our winemakers at the award-winning Full Cry golf course at Keswick Hall β A showcase of the best white wines on the Monticello Wine Trail held at Eastwood Farm & Winery β Sip RosΓ© while enjoying gorgeous sunset views at Hazy Mountain Winery β Enjoy award-winning sparkling wine with brunch at Mount Ida Vineyards & Winery Visit https://monticellowinetrail.com/taste-of for tickets and more information. Reserve your spot at these exciting events before they fill up! Don't forget to commemorate the Monticello AVA with Wine Week merchandise. . . @monticellowinetrail @keswick_hall @the_wool_factory @eastwoodfarmandwinery @hazymtn @mountidareserve @trumpwinery @barboursvillevineyards @veritaswinery @vawine @charlottesvilleva @visitvirginia @sbarnardwmkr Sponsored by: Keswick Hall, Magnum Opus Events, Blue Ridge Event Production and DJ Derek Tobler . . #wineandcountrylife #WineStarAward #MonticelloWineTrail #Charlottesville #vawine #vawinetogether #virginiawine #visitvirginia #winetasting #vawinecountry #drinklocal #localwine #visitcville #MonticelloAVA #WineRegionOfTheYear #wineenthusiast #cville #WineMaking #charlottesvilleva #wine #virginiaisforwinelovers #vawinery #vawineries #winelovers #winelover #loveva
Virginia Wine Country is full of exciting weekend events! Check our Events Calendar for fun ways to spend your time this weekend. https://ow.ly/lm6450QcuRw . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #events #calendar #virginiaevents #weekendevents
Spring is here, and we're seeing bud break in Virginia vineyards. Winemakers are out in the fields surveying the first signs of warmer weather. We'd love to hear from wineries about which of their vines are first in line this year! @barboursvillevineyards @veritaswinery @hortonwine @earlymountain @crosskeysvineyards @oakencroftfarmwinery @barrel_oak_winery @canavineyards @williamsburgwinery @brixandcolumnsvineyards @eastwoodfarmandwinery @briedevineyards @smv.wines . . π·by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #vawine #vawinetogether #virginiawine #vineyard
Explore Virginia Wine & Country Life Book 17, our special French issue! Enjoy our gift of a free digital magazine by clicking the link in our bio. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @maison.shaps | @goodstoneinn | @thesweetlobby | aftonmtnvineyards | @domaine_dupont | @innatlittlewash | @tonnellerierousseau | @bloominghilllavenderfarmlet | @hudsoninteriordesigns | @hamptonjazzfestival | @quirkhotelcva | @quirkhotelrva | @priscillawhitlockstudio | @highland_county_va | @veritaswinery | @casparistyle @monticellowinetrail | @commonwealthcrush | @williamsburgwinery | @benchtopbrewing | @asmcommission | @squirrel.girrel | @lovingstonwinery @ovokafarm.virginia | @pippinhillfarm | @petrossianparis | @cheesejourneys @vmfamuseum | @jody_write_now | @oakspringgardenfoundation | @officialsheilajohnson | @secondstreetgallery | @richmondballet | @alexkershawauthor | @barbara.kingsolver @jenfariello | @krystanormanphotography | @serapetras @visitvirginia @vawine . . #wineandcountrylife #virginia #loveva #vawine #wine #vawinetogether #virginiawine #virginiaisforlovers
Virginia Wine Country is full of exciting weekend events! Check our Events Calendar for fun ways to spend your time this weekend. https://ow.ly/lm6450QcuRw . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #events #calendar #virginiaevents #weekendevents
Don't miss the Wine & Country Shop moving sale! Join us Thurs & Fri THIS WEEK March 22β23 from 10amβ5pm for half off barware, books, antiques, home decor, garden gear and so much more! 4282 Ivy Road. . π·: @wineandcountrylife . . #charlottesvillefamily #charlottesville #charlottesvilleva #cville #cvilleva #wineandcountry #virginia #loveva #vawine #sale #wineandcountrylife
The Wine & Country Shop's pop-up moving sale is this week! On Friday and Saturday from 10-5 stop in at 4282 Ivy Road for 40-90% off our boutique inventory. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountryshop #shoplocal #shopsmall #virginia #artisan #antique
Meet the new Prince Michel Winery! One of the oldest wineries, in the state they're ushering in a new era of hospitality with a new winemaker and CEO and plan to expand their vineyards. Learn more by following the link in our bio. . . π· by @princemichelwinery @tap29brew . . #wineandcountrylife #vawine #virginiawine #vawinetogether #princemichel #princemichelwinery #sponsored
Have you ever wanted to paint the lavender fields of Provence and taste the region's exquisite cuisine? Explore beautiful Provence in the digital edition of our current publication by following the link in our bio. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #travelabroad #visitprovence #visitfrance #travelinspo
Virginia Wine Country is full of exciting weekend events! Check our Events Calendar for fun ways to spend your time this weekend. https://ow.ly/lm6450QcuRw . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #events #calendar #virginiaevents #weekendevents
The Virginia Governor's Cup is coming up this Thursday, and we can't wait to see the top 12 wines in the 2024 Governor's Cup case. Follow the link in our bio to read our comprehensive list of the Gold Medal Wines in the running for the Virginia Governor's Cup Award-Winning Wine of 2024. . @vawine @drinkwhatyoulike . . #wineandcountrylife #virginiawine #vawinetogether #vawine #bestwine
Follow the link in our bio and enjoy a rich red wine by the fireplace as you learn about the fascinating history of Merlot, a highly underrated grape that grows beautifully in Virginia. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #vawine #vawinetogether #merlot #redwine #virginiawine
Dinner at The Inn at Little Washington is a truly decadent experience. Under the leadership of famed Chef Patrick O'Connell, The Inn's offerings range from farm-to-table culinary excellence as the only three-Michelin-star restaurant in Virginia to the theatrically-trained wait staff ready to welcome you into extravagantly decorated interiors. Follow the link in our bio to read the digital edition. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @innatlittlewash . . #wineandcountrylife #vafoodie #vafarmtotable #virginia #michelinstar
The Virginia Wine Expo started today! Enjoy the next several days of delicious wine, spirits and great food. . . π· courtesy of the Virginia Wine Expo @vawineexpo . . #wineandcountrylife #farmtotable #wineandfoodfestival #vawineexpo #winefestival #vawinetogether
Thank you to all our guests who stayed with us this year!π©·π· #happypeople #wineandcountrylife
Tickets go on sale today for the Historic Garden week tours! Be sure to reserve your space--tickets go quickly. Visit the link in our bio to take a look back at some of the amazing properties on last year's tours for an idea of what to expect. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @historicgardenweek |@historicgardenweekcville | @historicgardenweeklexington | @historicgardenweekfredericksbg | @historicgardenweekeasternshore | @historicgardenweekpsf | @historicgardenweekwilliamsburg | @historicgardenweekrva | @historicgardenweeknnk | @historicgardenweekashlandva | @historicgardenweekharrisonburg | @historicgardenweeknorfolktour | @historicgardenweekfairfax | @historicgardenweekdanville | @historicgardenweeklynchburg | @historicgardenweekroanoke | @historicgardenweekmch | @historicgardenweekorangeva | @historicgardenweekmidpenva | @historicgardenweekh.hampton.nn | @historicgardenweekoldtown | @historicgardenweekstaunton | @historicgardenweekpetersburg | @historicgardenweekwinchester | @historicgardenweeknorfolk | @historicgardenweekvabeach | @historicgardenweekgloucester . . #wineandcountrylife #historicgardenweek #vahistory #gardeninspo #designinspo
This week for Black History Month we honor Anne Spencer, the Harlem Renaissance poet whose Lynchburg home and meticulous gardenscape have been restored as a public museum to reflect their historic beauty. Follow the link in our bio to read all about her story. . . π· courtesy of the University of Virginia Albert and Shirley Special Collections Library @uvalibrary @annespenceramericanpoet . . #wineandcountrylife #blackhistorymonth #harlemrenaissance #virginiahistory #vahistory
Virginia Wine Country is full of exciting weekend events! Check our Events Calendar by following the link in our bio for fun ways to spend your time this weekend. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #events #calendar #virginiaevents #weekendevents
Happy Valentine's Day from Virginia Wine & Country Life! . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #valentinesday #virginiawinecountry #virginiaisforlovers #happyvalentinesday
Valentine's day is tomorrow! Follow the link in our bio to learn how to pair wine and chocolate for a perfectly romantic Valentine's Day from Virginia chocolatier Tim Gearheart. . . π· by Jen Fariello @jenfariello @gearhartschocolates . . #wineandcountrylife #virginiaisforlovers #valentinesday #handmade #chocolate #pairing #buylocal #eatlocal
One of the events we're especially excited about at the Virginia Wine Expo is their Oyster Eat presented by ARUBA, where they pair various wine and spirits with oysters cultivated right here in Virginia. Visit the link in our bio for more information, and to read our story on Chesapeake Bay oyster farming. . . π· courtesy of the Virginia Wine Expo @vawineexpo @rroysters . . #wineandcountrylife #farmtotable #wineandfoodfestival #vawineexpo #winefestival #vawinetogether
Explore Virginia Wine & Country Life Book 17, our special French issue! Enjoy our gift of a free digital magazine by clicking the link in our bio. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @maison.shaps | @goodstoneinn | @thesweetlobby | aftonmtnvineyards | @domaine_dupont | @innatlittlewash | @tonnellerierousseau | @bloominghilllavenderfarmlet | @hudsoninteriordesigns | @hamptonjazzfestival | @quirkhotelcva | @quirkhotelrva | @priscillawhitlockstudio | @highland_county_va | @veritaswinery | @casparistyle @monticellowinetrail | @commonwealthcrush | @williamsburgwinery | @benchtopbrewing | @asmcommission | @squirrel.girrel | @lovingstonwinery @ovokafarm.virginia | @pippinhillfarm | @petrossianparis | @cheesejourneys @vmfamuseum | @jody_write_now | @oakspringgardenfoundation | @officialsheilajohnson | @secondstreetgallery | @richmondballet | @alexkershawauthor | @barbara.kingsolver @jenfariello | @krystanormanphotography | @serapetras @visitvirginia @vawine . . #wineandcountrylife #virginia #loveva #vawine #wine #vawinetogether #virginiawine #virginiaisforlovers
In honor of Black History Month, follow the link in our bio to get to know Virginia's own Darrell Rose: visionary, musician and painter. . . π· by Jen Fariello . . #wineandcountrylife #blackhistorymonth #blacklivesmatter #virginia #charlottesville
We have exactly one week until Valentine's day, so it's the perfect time to learn about the most romantic wineries with on-site lodging in Virginia. Follow the link in our bio for our top recommendations. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @barboursvillevineyards @veritaswinery @thefarmhouseatveritas @earlymountain @stinsonvineyards @innatstinsonvineyards @princemichelwinery . . #wineandcountrylife #vawinecountry #valentinesday #virginiawinery #virginiaisforlovers
Congratulations again to the Charlottesville area's Monticello Wine Trail, who officially accepted their Wine Region of the Year Award from Wine Enthusiast's Wine Star Awards Gala! . . π· #repost from @monticellowinetrail @vawine . . #wineandcountrylife #monticellowinetrail #cville #vawine #vawinetogether #wineawards
Valentine's Day is next week. If you're looking for the perfect date night, don't forget to consult our list of the most romantic wineries with fine dining options in Virginia by following the link in our bio. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @veritaswinery @thefarmhouseatveritas @barboursvillevineyards . . #wineandcountrylife #valentinesday #vawinery #vawine #vafoodie
Virginia Wine Country is full of exciting weekend events! Check our Events Calendar by following the link in our bio for fun ways to spend your time this weekend. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #events #calendar #virginiaevents #weekendevents
We are thrilled to announce Alexandra and Justin have been voted fan favorite for @wineandcountryweddings Real Wedding of the Year! Thank you everyone who voted! Thank you to the couple for choosing Veritas as their venue, for carefully selecting their incredible vendor team, and agreeing to the submission of their gorgeous day! π₯ #Repost @wineandcountryweddings γ»γ»γ» Congratulations to our 2024 Wine & Country Weddings Fan Favorite Winners! Alexandra and Justin worked with talented Virginia Wine Country vendors to put together their beautiful wedding at Veritas Vineyards, featuring subtle garden colors on their elegant wedding day. . . π· by @aaronwatsonphotography @anyvent_eventplanning | @rivionweddingfilms | @veritaswinery | @veritasweddings | @willowbranchflowers | @cakesbyrachelbakeshop | @_society1111 | @mseventcville | @suzanneneville . . #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountryweddings #vaweddings #virginiawedding #weddinginspo
Update on the Wine & Country Shop Moving Sale! The sale has been POSTPONED to March 22-23. Join us then at 4282 Ivy Road from 10am-5pm for up to 90% off books, barware, antiques and much more. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life . . #wineandcountrylife #shopsale #sale #virginiaartisan #farmtotable
2024 Wedding of the Year Winner! Truly an honor to say that! Thank you to everyone that voted! Thank you to Alexandra & Justin for asking us to photograph your wedding. Thank you to Jazmin @anyvent_eventplanning for all of your hard work planning their wedding. Thank you to @veritasweddings for submitting the wedding, and providing such a beautiful backdrop for our pictures. Thank you to all of the vendors who worked so hard on this wedding! Thank you to all of the guests for making it such a fun party! Photography: @aaronwatsonphotography Wedding Planner: @anyvent_eventplanning Venue: @veritaswinery Videography: @rivionweddingfilms DJ: @bundysworld_ Rentals: @mseventscville Caterer: @veritaswinery Florist: @willowbranchflowers Hair/Makeup: @beautybyjaharajennae & @_society1111 Cake: @cakesbyrachelbakeshop Ceremony Music: @onyxensemblerva Transportation: @wwluxlimo Invitations: @mintedweddings Officiant: William Clayton Wedding Dress: @suzanneneville @coastalknot Bridesmaids: @azazieofficial Menswear: @robertjamisoncollection . . . #weddingoftheyearwinner #weddingoftheyear #bestweddings #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountryweddings #vaweddings #virginiawedding #weddinginspo #aaronwatsonphotography #veritaswinery #veritasweddings #veritasweddingphotographer #cville #charlottesville #charlottesvillebride #charlottesvillewedding #charlottesvilleweddingphotographer #virginiabride #vawedding #virginiaisforlovers #loveva #vaweddingphotographer #virginiaweddingphotographer #destinationwedding #destinationweddingphotographer #vineyardviews #vineyardwedding #southernwedding #southernbride
Congratulations to our 2024 Wine & Country Weddings Fan Favorite Winners! Alexandra and Justin worked with talented Virginia Wine Country vendors to put together their beautiful wedding at Veritas Vineyards, featuring subtle garden colors on their elegant wedding day. . . π· by @aaronwatsonphotography @anyvent_eventplanning | @rivionweddingfilms | @veritaswinery | @veritasweddings | @willowbranchflowers | @cakesbyrachelbakeshop | @_society1111 | @mseventcville | @suzanneneville . . #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountryweddings #vaweddings #virginiawedding #weddinginspo
Congratulations to our 2024 Wine & Country Weddings Fan Favorite Winners! Alexandra and Justin worked with talented Virginia Wine Country vendors to put together their beautiful wedding at Veritas Vineyards, featuring subtle garden colors on their elegant wedding day. . . π· by @aaronwatsonphotography @anyvent_eventplanning | @rivionweddingfilms | @veritaswinery | @veritasweddings | @willowbranchflowers | @cakesbyrachelbakeshop | @_society1111 | @mseventcville | @suzanneneville . . #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountryweddings #vaweddings #virginiawedding #weddinginspo
Today is National Croissant Day, and what better way to celebrate than to share this delicious flaky croissant recipe from Dolce & Ciabatta? Follow the link in our bio to find the recipe and much more. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life @dolceandciabatta . . #wineandcountrylife #recipe #pastryrecipe #vafoodie #virginiafood
Read our special Meet the Winemaker interview with Damien Blanchon of Afton Mountain Vineyards. Afton Mountain's Bollicine is hand-'riddled' (turned) regularly by Blanchon to loosen sediment and leave the wine perfectly clear. Follow the link in our bio to read all about Blanchon and his journey in the digital edition of our current publication. . . π· by Virginia Wine & Country Life aftonmtnvineyards . . #wineandcountrylife #vawine #vawinetogether #vasparklingwine #sparklingwine