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Swirl, Sip and Savor |
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Virginia's
Tours and Tastings in Virginia's Chesapeake Bay Country What’s all
the excitement about with winery tours? Each year over a million
people visit wineries in Virginia, and you'll find that our wineries offer their own inviting regional flair. The settings
are vastly different, but every winery has many wonderful things in
common. They all have rows of vines trellised over gently rolling hills.
You’ll also find tasting rooms and gift shops with all things grape. Water-related scenes abound - you are never far from the Chesapeake Bay or our rivers, the Rappahannock and Potomac. With a winery tour you’ll enjoy vineyard vistas and a great spot to share your passion for grapes with friends. Pack a picnic lunch and meet me on the patio.
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| The wineries are on roads well traveled and your occasional country back road offers a unique glimpse of farm life here in Chesapeake Bay country. |
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Some of our roads are designated as scenic byways but most people think they all are. Your journey takes you over serene waterways and by pastures and fields of grain. |
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Before long grapevines are in
sight, and the tasting room staff greets you. Tours range from
informal walks through the vines and views of tanks and barrels to lessons
in winemaking and the history of wine. Fascinating, educational and,
of course, fun for everyone.
Each winery is unique and they
range from a well-seasoned “Godfather” to almost brand-spanking new.
In the last six years the wine industry has exploded in Virginia, and in
Chesapeake Bay Country, like Bordeaux France, is a great place for grapes, too.
Now the Northern Neck has hundreds of acres of grapes and is helping
expand the $100 million wine industry in Virginia. |
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For a small or no fee you can
sample the wines, learn about how the grapes are grown and ponder the
winemakers secret to such intriguing flavors. Tasting procedures
vary, but the winery staff will gladly help you with techniques to
evaluate the clarity, aroma and flavor of their wines.
Stuffy, not at all – wine tasting is easy and you are bound to find something you can enjoy now or savor later. Wine is generally available by the glass or bottle. If you like it, buy it – most of these wines are only available at the winery. |
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Everyone is welcome – pets too,
in designated areas. Obviously the under 21 folks will be limited to
observing, but the sights and sounds at a winery are interesting to kids
of all ages. Wine tasting with friends is a great way to explore the
hidden treasures of the Northern Neck. With the passport sticker
program you can even get rewards for visiting all of the wineries.
What wine pairs best with a crab dish? Visit our trail and make it an easy decision. The tasting rooms are ready for a visit most of the time, so plan your adventure today. See http://chesapeakebaywinetrail.com for days and hours of operation. |
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The story of the
A behind the scenes visit to the six wineries
in the region. This keepsake DVD is bound to please any wine lover interested
in Virginia wines and the Northern Neck appellation. A great primer for a tour of the area.
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June 25th, 2011 - Kilmarnock Wine Festival
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