Three Fox Vineyards
10100 Three Fox LaneDelaplane, Virginia 20144
About Three Fox Vineyards
Three Fox Vineyards is a boutique winery nestled on 50 rolling acres in the heart of Northern Virginia horse country. Proprietors Holli and John Todhunter have combined their passion for life, wine and Italy to bring a little of "La Dolce Vita" to Virginia. Come sample award winning wines from unique Italian estate varieties such as Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and Pinot Grigio. We are also tasting Chardonnay, Viognier, Vidal, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Chambourcin done as a port alternative. Bring a picnic and relax in a setting reminiscent of Tuscany. You can sit and enjoy your wine outside on the patios, in the meadow with winemobile service or on one of many other scenic spots on the property. Three Fox Vineyards is located at Exit 23 off Route 66 in Delaplane, VA. We're just 40 minutes from the Washington beltway. TASTING ROOM HOURS: Thurs, Fri, Sat and Mon: 11:00am - 5:00pm Sunday: Noon - 5:00pm Open for Groups (10 or More) by Appointment at Other Times
Hours of Operation
Open Thurs, Fri, Sat and Mon 11am - 5pm & Sun Noon-5pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Open for groups by appointment on any day except the holidays listed above.
Winery Fees
Tasting Fee: Up to $9 per person for 7 people or less
Tour Fee: Starting at $12 per person for 8 people or more
Wines
White
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Chardonnay
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2009
Leggero Chardonnay
Orange County, Virginia grown and then steel fermented and aged off-site so no oak gets in the way of the classic nose and tastes of Chardonnay. Pineapple and vanilla notes on the nose with added citrus tones on the palate and good, forward fruit. A crisp, refreshing sipper! Great with mild cheeses or sea food. “Leggero” (leh-jer-oh) means light, as in “not heavy”.
- Chardonnay
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2009
La Giacosa Chardonnay
Our 100% Chardonnay is a modern style Chardonnay which is crisp, clean and has pineapple, citrus, and hints of kiwi, with bright acidity. A refreshing all occasion wine to enjoy by itself or with a great al fresco lunch salad. Think of arugula, grilled chicken, shaved parmigiano, lemon juice and olive oil!
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Pinot Gris / Grigio
- Pinot Gris / Grigio
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2009
Calabrese Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio is the same grape as the French call “pinot gris”. In Italy it is much produced in the north, in the Alto Adige, Trentino, and Friuli regions. Our estate grown Pinot Grigio done in the true Italian style. At crush we allowed just a bit of skin contact which gives loads of lush flavors. Light and refreshing with hints of apricot, citrus, raspberry, and melon. A great summer sipper but enjoyable year round. “Calabrese” (cah-lah-breh-see) means “someone from Calabria” which we thought would be a fun name and a tribute to all of our Calabrian friends. Enjoy Calabrese by itself, with a nice white pizza, a chicken or seafood Caesar, or roast poultry or pork.
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Vidal Blanc
- Vidal Blanc
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2009
Appassionata Vidal Blanc
Vidal is a variety native to France . It’s a “hybrid” which means it is a cross between a classic European “vinfera” wine grape (Ugni blanc in this case) and a non-vinifera species (Seibel in this case). The grapes for the 2008 Appassionata were grown in Rappahanock County , at Narmada Vineyards west of Warrenton then brought to Three Fox for crushing and fermenting. Appassionata is a true to type Vidal with good acidity with mixed citrus fruit tones. We do this in an “off-dry” style and our 2008 Appassionata has 3.0% sugar for a pleasing hint of sweetness which plays of the acidity. Overall, it is very reminiscent of an Alsatian-style Riesling. It’s great for sipping and goes very well with sharp cheeses, spicy foods, sea food, and especially wonderfully with Thai food!
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Viognier
- Viognier
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2009
La Boheme Viognier
This is the principal white wine grape of the Rhone Valley (also home to Syrah for red wines). Estate grown and steel fermented and aged, La Boheme is loaded lush forward notes of pear and tropical fruit and has a soft lingering finish. This is a great wine to enjoy with pates, smoked trout, goat cheese, poultry, or by itself. We’ve named this after the title character in Puccini’s opera “La Boheme”.
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White Wine Blend
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Gatto Bianco
Chardonnay/Viognier
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Gatto Bianco
A white with a great sassy attitude, reminiscent of the whites from the Italian Piemonte. Blended from Chardonnay (70%) and Viognier (30%). Pineapple & citrus nose and palate with a hint of melon and pear on the palate. Great with seafood! Look for the sassy white cat on the label! Bronze Medal in the 2010 Hilton Head Island International Wine Competition
Red
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Cabernet Franc
- Cabernet Franc
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2009
Alouette Cabernet Franc
Our 100% estate Cabernet Franc. The 2008 Alouette, like the 2007, is a rich opulent mouth filling wine with loads of chocolate, blackcherry, berry, toast, coffee mild spice and a developing hint of caramel on the aftertaste. Can be enjoyed now or be laid down for 10 – 15 years with proper cellaring. Fantastic steak wine, cigar wine, a wine to enjoy chocolate goodies, or just all by it’s beautiful self. Alouette 2005, 2006 & 2007 are multiple award winners and the 2008 should match them! This is a wine which can be enjoyed now but will continue to mature in the bottle and can be laid down for 10 – 15 years with proper cellaring. This is a fantastic steak wine, a cigar wine, a wine to enjoy chocolate goodies, or just by its self. [2008 Vintage] SILVER Medal, National Women’s 2009 Wine Competition, [2007 Vintage] Wine Enthusiast rated at 87 Points! SILVER Medal, Eastern Seaboard 2008 Wine Competition / [2006 Vintage] (SILVER Medal, Eastern Seaboard 2007 Wine Competition / [2005 Vintage] SILVER Medal, Hilton Head Island 2007 International Wine Competition
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Chambourcin
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2008
Rosso Dolce Chambourcin
Rosso Dolce (sweet red) is our “port alternative”. Chambourcin is a hybrid originally from the Loire Valley of France (still grown there) and now much grown in Virginia . Rosso Dolce, at 6% sugar, has strong red fruits notes with a subtle chocolate, port-like undercurrent and finish. You can enjoy a port-like experience without the high alcohol level of a true port. Try it with your favorite chocolate dessert for a real treat! Packaged in "Bellisimo" 375 mL bottles just right for a bit of after-dinner fun.
- Chambourcin
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Merlot
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La Trovatella Merlot
Our estate grown Merlot, loaded with lush red fruit notes, plum, and a hint of spice. Great by itself or with meats or mild cheeses.
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Nebbiolo
- Nebbiolo
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2008
Piemontese Nebbiolo
The princely grape of the Italian Piemonte, used for Barolo and Barbaresco, and estate grown at Three Fox Vineyards on the Virginia Piedmont. Elegant with great structure, black cherry, dark red fruit, and spice notes, good forward fruit and a symphony of flavors in the finish. SILVER Medal in the 2010 Hilton Head Island International Wine Competition, Bronze medal in the San FranciscoChronicle International Wine Competition for 2010 (Over 5000 wines entered from around the world), Bronze Medal National Women’s 2009 Wine Competition, Wine Enthusiast rated at 85 Points!
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Red Wine Blend
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Sirius
Sirius is our proprietary blend of Barbera and Chambourcin. It is loaded with cherry, plum and chocolate notes with a hint of raspberry. This is a great wine to savor with pizza, pasta, grilled chicken or fish, or all by itself.
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Sangiovese
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2008
Il Volpe Sangiovese
This is an exceptional wine from an exceptional vintage and made in a true “Super Tuscan” style. It drinks like a Brunello but at a much lower price. As with all of our Volpe vintages we use our estate grown Sangiovese and estate Cabernet Franc, individually aged in American and Hungarian oak. The 2008 Volpe is 75% Sangiovese, 20% Cab Franc, and 5% Chambourcin. The 2007 Volpe still has the typical Sangiovese nose (yeasty, leathery) and palate (lots of cherry, toast, coffee and spice notes) but has also rich layers of black cherry, chocolate, caramel and spice. This is a wine to savor on its own. It’s also big and bold to go with meats and cheeses, a great steak wine but also lovely with pastas. GOLD Medal Winner, Eastern Seaboard 2008 Wine Competition / SILVER Medal, Hilton Head Island International 2009 Wine Competition, Wine Enthusiast rated at 84 Points!
- Sangiovese
Sparkling
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Sparkling Wines
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T-J Blanc de Chardonnay
A delightful sparkler made from 100% Virginia Chardonnay by our good friends Claude Thibaut and Manuel Janisson. Use of the traditional “Methode Champenoise” yields balanced carbonation, good acidity and yeasty notes.
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Winery Address:
Three Fox Vineyards
10100 Three Fox Lane
Delaplane,
Virginia
20144
Phone Number:
540-364-6073
E-mail:
info@threefoxvineyards.com
Web Site:
www.threefoxvineyards.com
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Winery Features:
Wine Shop
Weddings
Tasting Room
Private Parties
Pet Friendly
Picnic Area
Food Available: Light Fare
Bus/RV Parking
Group Tours
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