VIRGINIA

Season 5, Episode 1

Virginia is the birthplace of wine in America! We talk with the innovators and pioneers who have helped establish this wine region as one of the most exciting in the county. We also visit a goat cheese farm, one of JFKs favorite hangout towns, Middleburg, and discuss Thomas Jefferson's effect on the region. From juicy Cabernet Franc to floral Viognier, funky Petit Manseng, and powerful Petit Verdot, Virginia has a wine for everyone. Learn America's wine history on this episode of V is for Vino!

filmed September, 2022    |     runtime 56 minutes


WINES

from the Virginia Episode

*wines can often be found at wine.com or Vivino.

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Gabriele Rausse - Viognier

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Barboursville Vineyards - Vermentino Reserve

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Barboursville Vineyards - Octagon

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Stinson Vineyards - Sauvignon Blanc


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Patois Cider

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Joy Ting - Cabernet Franc

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Linden Vineyards - Chardonnay

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Barrel Oak Winery - Traminette


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Boxwood Estate - Rosé

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RdV Vineyard - Friends and Family

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Stone Tower Winery - Kristi Chardonnay

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Stone Tower Winery - Hogback Mountain


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Walsh Family Wine - Plateau Rosé

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Walsh Family Wine - Petit Manseng

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Veritas - Cabernet Franc

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Veritas - Petit Verdot 

LOCATIONS & WINERIES

from the Virginia Episode


RdV VINEYARDS

RdV Vineyards is Virginia's own "cult" winery and the place you see in the introduction to the show. We also taste one of their wines at Patowmack Farms. At their stunning estate, they offer a super upscale tasting experience worth a visit!

RdV VINEYARDS
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GREENWOOD GROCERY

Greenwood Grocery is where I meet Gabriele and his son Peter to talk about the history of Virginia wine. It's a great place to stop and load up on sandwiches before a day of tasting! Also, don't forget to stop and visit Gabriele Rausse Winery to try wines made by the father of Virginia wine himself!

GREENWOOD GROCERY
GABRIELE RAUSSE WINERY

CAROMONT FARM

Not only does Gail at Caramont Farm make to-die-for goat cheese, but if you come in the right season, she offers "cuddle sessions" with baby goats! This is the kind of business we all love to support, so make sure to give her a visit!

CAROMONT FARM

Our wines that paired with the cheese were delicious!

PATOIS CIDER
STINSON VINEYARDS
JOY TING WINE
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BARBOURSVILLE VINEYARDS

Barboursville Vineyards, the winery that started it all in Virginia, is a must-visit. The wines are top-notch, the restaurant is a beautiful experience, and you can stay on the historic property in one of their cottages!

BARBOURSVILLE VINEYARDS

CORK AND KEG TOURS & MIDDLEBURG

If you're heading to northern Virginia near DC, you HAVE TO hit up Renee with Cork and Keg Tours! She'll show you all the best spots and wineries and drive you there to boot. Plus, she's a blast to hang out with.

CORK & KEG TOURS

But if you don't decide to book with her, here are some of my favorite spots in Middleburg...

MT. DEFIANCE
SALAMANDER MARKET
TREMOLO BAR
KING ST. OYSTER BAR
RED FOX INN
MIDDLEBURG TACK
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PATOWMACK FARM

Farm to table never felt quite so literal as when I ate at The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm. You must make reservations because they pick precisely what they need for each day's patrons. The view over the Potomac River from your table is also breathtaking.

PATOWMACK FARM

Our wineries from the segment are worth seeking out too! 

BARREL OAK WINERY
BOXWOOD WINERY

STONE TOWER WINERY

Visit VA wine country in style at the luxury Stone Tower Winery. Don't sleep on the food either; their woodfire pizzas are perfect!

STONE TOWER WINERY
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FIELD & MAIN

If there's a restaurant you must hit while in northern Virginia, it's Field & Main. Neal has put together an incredibly innovative, delicious menu and has the best Virginia wine list around!

FIELD & MAIN

Don't forget to visit Veritas Vineyards and Walsh Family Wine, the wineries we featured in the dinner segment!

VERITAS VINEYARDS
WALSH FAMILY WINE

KING FAMILY VINEYARDS

If you're in Virginia on a Sunday, don't miss the weekly polo match at King Family Vineyards! Sip some Crozé rosé, dress in your Sunday best, and watch the majestic horses do their thing!

KING FAMILY VINEYARDS
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