The Vineyard at Paradise Springs Winery, Clifton
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Vol. XII, Issue No. 9 August 29, 2017
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September marks the beginning of the Virginia wine harvest, with celebrations from the mountains to the ocean and everywhere in between. This month is also Virginia Spirits Month, a good time to visit some of the growing number of distilleries.
Featured Festivals in September include the following very popular events. Get your tickets early and save.
Rebec Winery Labor Day Wine & Music Fest
September 2 in Amherst
Great Grapes Wine & Food Fest
September 9 in Leesburg
Stratford Hall Wine & Oyster Festival
September 16-17 in Stratford
Gloucester Wine Festival
September 23 in Gloucester
Rockbridge Beer & Wine Festival
September 30 in Lexington
This month we are featuring Paradise Springs Winery in Northern Virginia as Winery of the Month . . . September is a
great time to visit this beautiful property. And, be sure to check out our Events Section, loaded with ideas for taking in the many special wine, craft beer and spirits activities across Virginia.
We'd love to hear about your August travels.
Congratulations to Connie Maslock of Warsaw, Virginia, winner of the July Natural Bridge Getaway Sweepstakes. Connie will enjoy two nights and meals at the Natural Bridge Historic Hotel.
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Gloucester Wine Festival
September 23, 2017
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PARADISE SPRINGS WINERY & VINEYARD
Clifton, Virginia
This month we are spotlighting Paradise S
prings Winery and Vineyard
in the quaint country town of Clifton, bordering the Bull Run River. This intimate, family run, destination winery is the closest to Washington DC, the first in Fairfax County, and serves as the gateway to Virginia Wine Country.
The name Paradise Springs comes from the mineral springs that many years ago attracted visitors for their healing waters. In the early 1900s the water from the springs was bottled as Paradise. Now, a hundred years later, Paradise Springs produces award-winning wines, and in 2010, the winery was the recipient of the prestigious Virginia Governor's Cup.
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STRATFORD HALL WINE & OYSTER FESTIVAL
September 16: 10 am - 6 pm
September 17: 10 am - 5 pm
483 Great House Road - Stratford
www.stratfordhall.org
If you love great wines, delicious seafood and fine crafts, don't miss the Stratford Hall Wine and Oyster Festival. The 11th annual event features wines from Virginia wineries and oysters from Chesapeake Bay and Tidewater growers, also craft breweries and Castle Brands liquors.
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ROCKBRIDGE BEER & WINE FESTIVAL
September 30, 2017
12 Noon - 7 pm
Lime Kiln Theater, - Lexington
The 23rd annual festival is the best ever! Enjoy craft beer, Virginia wines and local food while listening to three great bands...PG-13, Moossa and The Judy Chops. The venue is beautiful Lime Kiln Theater, directly off Route 60 about one mile west of Lexington, with lots of free parking.
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FUTURE FESTIVALS
FOR DATES AND OPPORTUNITIES
TO PURCHASE TICKETS AT EARLY BIRD SAVINGS.
To Select Festival and Follow Link to Purchase Tickets.
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Labor Day is annually held on the first Monday of September, this year on September 4. Many of Virginia's wineries, cideries and breweries mark the Labor Day Weekend with special activities, and although too numerous to list here, we encourage you to spend the holiday visiting your favorites.
September 1-4: Labor Day Weekend in Paradise
Paradise Springs (Clifton)
All weekend long, serving up famous Rocklands BBQ sandwiches of pulled pork, along with cole slaw and potato salad, while supplies last. Pair with great wine and live music.
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Septermber 1-4: Loafing for Labor Day Weekend
Three Fox Vineyards (Delaplane)
Bring a picnic, family and friends and have a ball. Play bocce or corn-hole. Picnic in the meadow. Live music on Saturday The Tower Blues Band, Sunday The Exaggerations, Monday Richard Giersch.
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September 2: Labor Day Wine & Music Fest
Rebec Vineyards (Amherst)
On the shady winery grounds, a celebration of food, wine, music and variety of vendors. Several guest wineries join Rebec for tastings.
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September 2: Sunset in the Vineyards
Fox Meadow Winery (Linden)
View the spectacular sunset as you relax on the deck, sip on award winning wines and listen to live music,.
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September 2: Close out the Summer
James Charles Winery (Winchester)
Enjoy a day of relaxation this Labor Day with savory BBQ, great music and refreshing wines. This is a free event.
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September 2: Summer Concert
Rosemont Winery (LaCrosse)
Close out the summer with music by "JB & The Get Down Browns" and a fantastic night of music, wine, food and fun.
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September 2-4: Beer Garden Pop-Up
Paradise Springs Winery (Clifton)
Newly renovated red barn hosts Paradise Springs new brother brewery, Solace Brewing Company. Taste two of their very first beers available by tasting pour or by the pint. Founder and Head Brewer Drew Wiles will meet, greet and talk about the brewery.
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September 3: Wine and Jazz in the Vineyard
Miracle Valley
Spend one of the last days of summer sitting, sipping Virginia wine and listening and interacting with Jeanette Preniczky and the incredible duo Entre Nous.
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September 3: Sunday Sounds
Chateau Morrisette (Floyd)
Jazz in the Courtyard Sundays through October. Free event to enjoy with your family, dogs and friends. Wine and café fare available. Suggest bringing your own seating.
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September 3: Annual Harvest Festival
First Colony Winery (Charlottesville)
Celebrate the vintage with a hearty harvest lunch and music by Gina Sobel. Also wine tastings, tractor rides, tours and grape stomping included with ticket purchase.
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September 3: Hoptoberfest
Depot District (Culpeper)
Downtown celebration with diverse live music, local foods, 40 beer selections and Virginia cider. Tickets in advance and at the gate.
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September 4: Labor Day Music
Chateau Morrisette ( Floyd)
Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a relaxed afternoon with vintage rock, country and surf music by "Nostalgic But Cool". Light fare and wine available for purchase. Free admission.
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September 4: Herndon Labor Day Festival
Herndon Town Green (Herndon)
On the town green with live music, unlimited wine tastings, craft brews, craft show, culinary demos, food vendors. Admission fee.
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comes from many sources so verify event dates and times.
We are not responsible for incorrect
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