Evening Wine Dinner at Pearmund Cellars.
Vol. XIV, Issue No. 5                                                                                         May 1, 2019    
   
            
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The wonderful month of May has arrived and spring is in full bloom. Tasting rooms  are open and welcoming. There is an ever-growing list of opportunities to sample Virginia wines, brews and spirits.
 
Take particular note of our featured Festivals of the Week and Event of the Month and then scroll down to Events for a list of where to go and what to do. The Winery of the Month is Pearmund Cellars in Fauquier County. Stop by the Winery for a tour and tasting.   
 
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Happy May...and Cheers!

June Britt
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PEARMUND CELLARS
Where it's all about the wine.
 

A great wine destination in the beautiful foothills of eastern Fauquier County, Pearmund Cellars in Broad Run is one of the closest Virginia wineries to Washington, D.C. The Pearmund team, led by Chris Pearmund, owner and winemaker, works to create the best wine possible in the vineyard, in the crush pad, in the barrel room...because it's all about the wine.
 
Chris Pearmund is one of Virginia's most widely recognized and well-respected winegrowers and winemakers. With over 25 years' experience as winemaker, vineyard manager and winery operator, he is the "go-to" guy if you want to understandwine making from berry to bottle. He has served the wine industry in numerous leadership roles.

Sitting on Virginia's oldest Chardonnay vineyard, Pearmund Cellars provides a picturesque setting to enjoy wines both inside and out. While relaxing on the terrace overlooking the vineyard in the shadow of the Shenandoah, visitors are afforded a charming backdrop in which to enjoy the wine. Inside, is the Italian tiled barrel room which is surrounded by 200 barrels housing future vintages.


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MAY IS NATIONAL HAMBURGER MONTH
  Did you know that Americans eat hamburgers more than any 
    other food?  At least 50 billion a year. With 31 days of burger bliss in May, we are sharing  one of our favorite burger recipes.
 
THE PERFECT BURGER
Enjoy with a glass of red wine or a cold beer.


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ORANGE UNCORKED WINE FESTIVAL
May 4 - 5, 2019 

The 29th annual festival has an exciting new venue this year at  the Market at Grelen in beautiful Somerset. The sponsors are  "pulling out all corks" to make this the best event ever with  exciting new wineries and entertainment.

Come and celebrate spring with the whole family!  Bring a blanket and a picnic, as well as your love of Virginia wines. Spend the day tasting wine and enjoying distinctive arts and crafts, enjoying live music and specialty foods.  Participate in the Most Marvelous Hat contest!





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A TASTE OF NEW KENT
MAY 11, 2019

The 11th annual festival will be held again at beautiful Maidstone Village near the New Kent Courthouse off of New Kent Highway. Parking is available at adjacent New Kent High School and New Kent Middle School, and New Kent Tours will provide complimentary shuttle service to the festival site.

Definitely an event you don't want to miss, the festival is b etter than ever. This year there will be over 10 Virginia wineries offering tastings, 6 beer selections, several food trucks and interesting craft vendors. The energy will be pumped up by the talented SLAPNATION band. So, bring your family and friends and spend the day smiling as you get a taste of New Kent. Rain or shine, it will be a great time.


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VIRGINIA WINE & CRAFT FESTIVAL
SATURDAY MAY 18, 2019
Historic Downtown Front Royal
                                                                
The Festival gets underway at 10 am and continues with fun activities and live entertainment throughout the day until 6 p.m.   Covering more than seven blocks, there are 20+ participating wineries, over 100 vendors, artists and crafters from all over the east coast with a selection of everything to fit your style, mood and need.
 
Not to be outdone by the wineries and crafters, food vendors will be out in full force with over a dozen to choose from, and several restaurants will also be open. Festival goers are encouraged to visit the many unique shops along Main Street.


















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VALLEYFEST BEER & WINE FESTIVAL
MAY 25, 2019
Massanutten Resort

Kick off summer at the 19th Annual ValleyFest Beer & Wine Festival on the slopes of Massanutten Resort!  More than 4,000 people celebrate the holiday weekend at the festival, dancing to live music, sampling food, shopping for unique and handmade crafts, and enjoying wines and ciders and microbrews of the Shenandoah Valley and beyond. There will be many varieties of each, with all the beer and wine you could possibly enjoy in one place! Food and craft vendors will be out in numbers. Festival begins at noon and runs to 7pm.
 
This year's great music lineup for Main Stage entertainment includes Pebble to Pearl, YARN, The Judy Chops and Mike Davis. On the Base Camp Acoustic Stage are Trail of the Lonesome, YARN Plays The Dead and Gypsy Town.

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THE BODACIOUS BAZAAR
MAY 31 - JUNE 2, 2019
Hampton Roads Convention Center

This is a shopper's dream! A three-day shopping extravaganza with something for everyone. And, when you need a rest from shopping, you can relax, sit and sip a glass of Virginia wine from several wineries participating.

The Bazaar features over 230 vendors, artists and crafters. Furniture, decorations, landscaping, yard art, foods and seasonings are among the multiple offerings.

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BUY FESTIVAL TICKETS EARLY AND SAVE!Future
              It pays to buy your tickets early as most festivals offer 
              discounts  for purchase in advance and on line.  
          For links to upcoming festivals  CLICK HERE

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FAREWELL TO FRIEND AND WINE INDUSTRY LEADER.
Gordon Murchie, longtime leader in Virginia's wine industry passed away in March. Gordon served in positions including Executive Director of the National Wine Coalition and the Virginia Wineries Assn, as well as President of the Atlantic Seaboard Wine Assn. He helped create the Congressional Wine Caucus and Mount Vernon's wine festival series. Among his many honors were the American Wine Society Award of Merit and the Commemorative Bronze Bust of George Washington bestowed by Mount Vernon.  He was first winner of the Virginia Wineries Association's Lifetime Achievement Award which was subsequently named for him.


HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, TARARA!
One of Virginia's oldest wineries, Tarara Winery in Leesburg is celebrating 30 years in business with a sun-soaked, wine-filled Memorial Day weekend.  On
May 25 through May 27, visitors are invited to pack a picnic, head out to the winery with family and friends and join in the anniversary celebration.

BELIVEAU ESTATE WINERY
TO OPEN BREWERY
Beliveau Estate Winery, which is located about 30 minutes from downtown Blacksburg, is expanding into beer making. The brewery, along with beer tavern and beer garden is expected to open in early summer. In addition to their own brew, Beliveau will also feature local beers.


CONGRATULATIONS TO MARCH
SWEEPSTAKES WINNER!
Winner of the Virginia Wine Lover March Sweepstakes is Valeria Simon of Haymarket.  Valeria and seven friends will be treated to a personal Tour & Tasting at Barrel Oak Winery in Delaplane. 
www.barreloakwinery.com




May Events
It's springtime in Virginia....a wonderful time to get outdoors, enjoy warmer days and take in the many events and opportunities across the state.  As you can see by this list, Virginia wineries and festivals are ready for visitors. For more events, also visit  www.virginia.org and www.virginiawine.org .
Events
MAY 3  BEER & WINE CLASSIC
Annual classic with Virginia's finest beverages from breweries, cideries and wineries.  Must be 21 or older.
MAY 3:  FESTIVAL FRIDAY
First in the series of free once per month live music event.
MAY 4: NATURAL PERFUMERIE CLASS
Create your own perfume with aromatherapy guidance by Young Living educator, Dory Doyle.
MAY 4:  VINES TO WINES TOUR
Tour the vineyard, explore the wine cellar and enjoy private tasting.
MAY 4:  PERFECTLY PAIRED CHOCOLATE & WINE TASTING
An evening of local chocolates and delicious wines and tours of the house.
MAY 4:  STAR WARS CELEBRATION
Dress as your favorite Star Wars character for an out-of-this-world costume contest.
MAY 4:  BREWS & TUNES FESTIVAL
Craft breweries and cideries, live music, craft and food vendors.  Rain or shine.
MAY 4:  BARREL TASTING
Taste three vintage 2017 wines bottled this month but not released for 2 years.
MAY 4:  TEQUILA BARREL AGED LAGER RELEASE
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Mexican style with great food and new beer release.
MAY 4:  BLUES, BREWS AND BBQ
Festival on the river with down-home blues, craft beers, BBQ and other foods.
MAY 4: MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU
Wear a Star Wars swag for complimentary tasting. Sabor Light Knights on site.
MAY 4: DARBY DAY CELEBRATION
Showcasing our thoroughbred Chambourcin, Darby Blush. Try the wine mint julep.
MAY 4:  DERBY DAY PARTY
Celebrate the day with signature Virginia Juleps, live music and food truck all day.
MAY 4:  CINCO DE MAYO
Pairing of beer and tacos from Martina's Cantina with Mojito Lager Margarita Beer.
MAY 4:  UNCORKED HALF MARATHON
Run in beautiful countryside, then post-race massage and deluxe brunch package.
MAY 4:  CELEBRATION
Watch the Derby on Cinco de Mayo with Solace Brewing on tap for the day.


MAY 4-5:  NATIONAL HARBOR WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
World-class culinary event brings together excellent wines, renowned chefs, artisanal craftsmen with Metro DC's foodies. Great music, great food, wine store on site.
MAY 4-5: SPRING TOWN POINT VIRGINIA WINE FESTIVAL
On the waterfront with wines, live music, gourmet foods and specialty wares.
MAY 4-5: ORANGE UNCORKED WINE FESTIVAL 
New location. Over 20 Virginia wineries, live music, craft vendors and specialty food trucks.
MAY 5:  PLANT & SIP
Sip some wine as you create one-of-a-kind succulent garden in recycled wine bottle.
MAY 5:  TASTE OF MONTICELLO WINE TRAIL FESTIVAL
Grand Tasting with 25 wineries concludes week of celebrating Central Virginia wine. 
MAY 5:  CAR SHOW AT THE CIDERY
Classic and modern cars, trucks, jeeps and motorcycles. Food truck, music and raffle.
MAY 5:  MARINERS CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
Great beer from 20+ local and national breweries, good food and live music

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