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Eastwood Blending Workshop Judge
Every once in a while something really unexpected shows up in my life, and that’s what makes writing this blog worthwhile. Just a week or

That’s 2024 in the Rearview Mirror
If 2023 was the year that all the things came together for a literally perfect harvest season, then 2024 was a return to Virginia’s variable

What’s New in Charlottesville and Albemarle County in 2025
The area will welcome a variety of new culinary and craft beverage offerings, recreation opportunities, accommodations, and things to do CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Charlottesville Albemarle Convention

The 2024 Virginia Wine Year In Review
I wrote my first “Year In Review” in 2020, mostly as a way to summarize my favorite articles of the previous year and post the

Uncork a Unique Wine Adventure in Charlottesville & Albemarle County!
Are your ready to make plans for Virginia Wine Month and wondering where to visit? How about Wine Enthusiast’s 2023 Wine Region of the Year?

Women In Wine: Eastwood Farm and Winery | Video
By: The Local Palate Athena Eastwood is the cofounder and co-owner of Eastwood Farm and Winery in Charlottesville, Virginia, along with her partner and daughters Hannah Velie and

Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth in Charlottesville and Albemarle County
By: Charlottesville Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau With a rich history and a vibrant Black community, the Charlottesville area comes alive during Juneteenth. Explore all

Charlottesville Women Making an Impact in Wine
Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia and the Monticello American Viticultural Area have been at the epicenter of Virginia’s recent viticultural expansion, even landing Wine Enthusiast’s coveted “Wine

The Gold Medal Winning Wines of the Monticello Cup Competition
GOLD King Family Vineyards Wins 2024 Monticello Wine Trail Cup THE GOLD MEDAL WINNING WINES OF CHARLOTTESVILLE’S 2024 MONTICELLO CUP COMPETITION words by Ivy Life &

Charlottesville-Monticello named wine region of the year
Written By: Virginia Farm Bureau Published: April 2024 CHARLOTTESVILLE—Five Central Virginia counties have earned their place among the world’s most iconic wine regions. Recently named

An Evening With Eight Independent Winemakers
Eight Winemakers, Eight Stories, Eight Minutes With Each Wednesday, April 17 | 6PM The 12th Annual Tom Tom Festival kicks off on Wednesday, April 17!

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

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

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

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,

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

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,

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