Vol. XIII, Issue No. 2                                                                                  February 28, 2018    
   
King Family Vineyards-Crozet, Virginia
2018 Virginia Winery Association's Governor Cup Winner 

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This is an exciting week for the Virginia Wine industry. Governor Ralph Northam presented the Virginia Wineries Association 2018 Governor's Cup to King Family Vineyards in Crozet for their 2014 Meritage. Eleven other wineries joined the Governor's Cup Case. The February 27 event was held in Richmond at the Main Street Station. Frank Britt was honored posthumously as the Wine Person of the Year and Lucie Morton was recognized for Lifetime Achievement.
 
Our Festivals of the Week include the Virginia Wine Expo which got underway in Richmond on Tuesday and continues through Sunday. At the end of the month on March 31, the Hops, Wines & Swines Festival is on tap at the Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex in Chatham.
 
Spring is in the air and that signals the reopening of winery tasting rooms and wine events moving into high gear. Check out
March Events as you plan your weekend travels.

Cheers! 
  
J une Britt
Editor
 
 
 
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Governor Northam presents 2018 Governor's Cup to Matthieu Fino, King Family 
Vineyards Winemaker
     

FRANK BRITT NAMED WINE PERSON OF THE YEAR

Frank Britt, Lynchburg businessman and publisher of the online publication, Official Virginia Wine Lover, was honored as Virginia Wine Person of the Year by the Virginia Wineries Association.   Frank died in May 2017, and June Britt accepted the award on behalf of her husband at the Governor's Cup Gala on February 27.  

With the growth of the Virginia wine industry, Frank recognized an opportunity to expand the offerings of Britt Marketing and to build exposure for Virginia wines.  It was 2005 and the first Official Virginia Wine Lover on-line newsletter was published that spring.  Now in its 13th year, the newsletter reaches some 50,000 subscribers with news about all things wine in Virginia.

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LUCIE MORTON HONORED FOR LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
 
The Virginia Lifetime Achievement Awards was presented to Lucie Morton at the Governor's Cup gala on February 27. Based in Virginia, she is an internationally recognized author, viticulturist, ampelographer, lecturer, consultant and research collaborator. She has provided advice on viticulture to numerous national and international wineries.
 
Lucie received her higher education in viticulture in Europe, but her practical education began in Virginia working as a vineyard manager on her family's farm along the banks of the Potomac River. Most recently, she has been working with geologists to show the need for revising potassium recommendations based on soil analyses, as well as with plant pathologists to better understand how wood fungi impact developing fruit clusters.
 

 
FEBRUARY 27-MARCH 4, 2018
VIRGINIA WINE EXPOvwe   
Main Street Station & Nearby Venues in Richmond                                                       www.virginiawineexpo.com/event-schedule/ 


Virginia Wine Expo got underway on Tuesday and runs through the weekend.  An amazing week of outstanding wine, spirits, cider, craft beer and food awaits you.  From chef-driven wine dinners to noodles & dumplings, artisan burgers, global and native Virginia cuisines, and exceptional wine and spirits, you'll find an event that fits your wine-and-food driven fancy.  

At the heart of Expo are the Walk-Around Grand Tastings on March 3-4.  Savor outstanding wines from Virginia, Oregon, New Zealand and Australia.  There will also be samplings of ciders, spirits and specialty foods.  
      

 
MARCH 31, 2018
HOPS, WINES & SWINES FESTIVAL 
Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex
Chatham, Virginia WINESWINE
www.theodac.com

Virginia Wineries and Craft Brews from Virginia and North Carolina pair up with excellent BBQ, music, arts and crafts to create a fun afternoon with friends. All in the indoor arena at the Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex in Chatham.

Choose a wine or craft beer tasting ticket for $20 advance or $25 at the door.  Or you get the best of both worlds with the combo tasting ticket that allows sampling of wine and beer--$25 advance or $30 at the door. Both sampling tickets include a festival glass.

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VIRGINIA WINE, CIDER, CRAFT BEER & SPIRITS


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.  
Website

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.
Website


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.
Website

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.
Website

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.   
Website

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.
Website
 

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.   
Website

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.  
Website

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.   
Website


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.
Website

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.
Website

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.
Website

FOR COMPLETE 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 info@vawinelover.com no later than the 10th of the month prior to the month of the event. 

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