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Culinary Pairings in Charlottesville

Culinary Pairings in Charlottesville

Written By: The Local Palate Published: 2.21.2024 The Charlottesville area has solidified its position as a premier destination for wine lovers looking for culinary pairings. Charlottesville was recently named Wine Region of the Year in Wine Enthusiast’s prestigious Wine Star Awards. Among five global nominees, the Charlottesville area was the only one in North America, surpassing renowned wine growing regions…

Announcing the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup Gold Medals

Announcing the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup Gold Medals

The Results Are In! CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – We are thrilled to announce that two of our wines received gold medals and seven received silver medals in the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup. The Virginia Governor’s Cup is one of the most stringent competitions in the United States. It is hosted annually by the Virginia Wineries Association,…

What’s New in Charlottesville & Albemarle County in 2024

What’s New in Charlottesville & Albemarle County in 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 26, 2024 Media Contact: Brantley Ussery Director of Marketing & Public Relations bussery@albemarle.org 434.953.0005 WHAT’S NEW IN CHARLOTTESVILLE AND ALBEMARLE COUNTY IN 2024 Opening of several new wineries in Wine Enthusiast’s “Wine Region of the Year,” new and renovated lodging options, plus several new culinary offerings throughout the region. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA –…

What’s new in 2024

https://eastwoodfarmandwinery.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Nested-Sequence-19.mov#t=3 Whats new in 2024 Eastwood Farm and Winery will launch the first phase of its Barrels and Tanks winemaker incubator in February 2024. During this first phase, Eastwood invites the community to stop by and sample the wines of each of the independent winemakers who will be producing their wines in the new Barrels…

Charlottesville, Va: Food Lovers Kind Of A Place

Charlottesville, Va: Food Lovers Kind Of A Place

Written by Kurt Jacobson Wander With Wonder October 24, 2023 Charlottesville, VA, well known for its historic significance and home to the University of Virginia, is also a great foodie destination. Here are our picks for the best food in Charlottesville. When my friends from our supper club moved to Charlottesville, VA, I knew there must…

Joy Ting to hold a suite in Charlottesville’s new winemaker incubator

Joy Ting to hold a suite in Charlottesville’s new winemaker incubator

We are excited to announce that Joy Ting will be joining us as a suiteholder in the new Barrels & Tanks winemaking facility opening in Charlottesville in early 2024. Joy Ting is the Research Enologist for the Winemakers Research Exchange and owner/winemaker for Joy Ting Wine.  Joy began her wine career working in the lab…

The 10 Best Virginia Wineries To Visit For Wine Tastings & Tours

The 10 Best Virginia Wineries To Visit For Wine Tastings & Tours

By Molly Frazier, Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide, Published: September 26, 2022  Whether you’re planning a girls’ trip, a family vacation, or a romantic getaway, visiting wineries in Virginia is a great way to see the beauty of my home state. You’ll find an abundance of options all along the Virginia wine trails, from wineries…

New Charlottesville facility aims to reduce the costs of independent wine making

New Charlottesville facility aims to reduce the costs of independent wine making

By Keagan Hughes, NBC29 News, Published: Sep. 14, 2023 at 10:50 AM EDT  CHARLOTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – Eastwood Farm and Winery says it is in the next steps of its project for a new downtown facility. Co-founder Athena Eastwood says starting a winery from the ground up can be hard on the wallet. Now, she is trying to cut out…