February 27-March 4
Virginia Wine Expo (Richmond)
A curated, national, six-day destination wine and food event at the spectacular Main Street Station and nearby venues. Showcasing premium Virginia, Oregon, New Zealand and Australian wines.
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March 1: Paddling Film Festival
Chaos Mountain Brewing (Callaway)
See that world's best paddling films of the year in 120+ locations around the world. Live music, food trucks and craft beer specials. Admission free.
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March 1: Wine Tasting with Chris Pearmund
Denim and Pearls Restaurant (Warrenton)
A fun event with Chris Pearmund featuring wine from Pearmund Cellars, Effingham Manor Winery and Vint Hill Craft Winery. Appetizer specials and wine discounts.
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March 3: Merlot Vertical Tasting
Breaux Vineyards (Purcellville)
Sample and discuss various vintages with winemaker, Josh Gerard. Three-course gourmet meal and pairing, finished with delectable truffle. 90-minutes; reservations.
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March 3: Mac 'N" Cheese Wine Pairing
James Charles Winery (Winchester)
Experience wine and cheese in a new way with self-guided pairing of wine and four gourmet mini mac "n" cheese bites. Tasting comes includes pairing guide. Reservations.
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March 3: Holi Festival of Colors
Narmada Winery (Amissville)
Celebrate Holi, the official welcoming of spring and fresh start for the new year, and join in "throwing colors" with rose petals. Select wines to pair with food sampler.
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March 3: Mac 'N" Cheese Wine Pairing
Veramar Vineyards (Berryville)
Experience wine and cheese in a new way with self-guided pairing of wine and four gourmet mini mac "n" cheese bites. Tasting comes includes pairing guide. Reservations.
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March 3: Bring Your Own Vinyl Party
Adventure Brewing Company (Fredericksburg)
An evening of music and beer. Dust off your old Vinyl and bring your favorite tunes to play as you take a turn at DJ.
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March 3: Mac 'N" Cheese Wine Pairing
Bogati Winery (Round Hill)
Experience wine and cheese in a new way with self-guided pairing of wine and four gourmet mini mac "n" cheese bites. Tasting comes includes pairing guide. Reservations.
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March 3-4: Spring Showcase
James River Cellars Winery (Glen Allen)
A special cookie weekend with Girl Scout Cookie Pairing and music on Saturday; cookie decorating and wine on Sunday. Adults and kids welcome. Admission.
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March 3-4: Annual Barrel Tasting
Gray Ghost Vineyards and Winery (Amissville)
Taste developing wines and experience blending. Only opportunity to reserve futures of 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon. Light hors d'oeuvres and logo glass. $20.
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March 6: Wine Glass Paint Night
James River Cellars Winery (Glen Allen)
Get in touch with your artsy side and paint your own wine glass. Includes glass to paint, glass to drink and all supplies. Space is limited; reservations.
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