Virginia Governor's Cup® Gala

February 23, 2023 | Richmond, VA | 6-9pm

Join us for the second annual public Virginia Governor’s Cup® Celebration on February 23, 2023 at Main Street Station in Richmond, VA. This one-of-a-kind event offers a unique chance to taste the top Virginia wines produced across the Commonwealth all in one evening. 

Tickets are now on sale. Purchase your tickets today!
 

 

Event Details

 

PURCHASE TICKETS

General Admission: $250 

  • Taste ALL the gold medal-winning wines from the 2023 Governor’s Cup® competition.
  • Experience local flavors and culinary delights prepared by top Virginia chefs and producers.
  • Witness the unveiling of this year’s Governor’s Cup® Case, Cup & Best in Show Cider winners.
  • Participate in an auction hosted by the V Foundation with proceeds going towards cancer research. Featuring exclusive experiences and one-of-a-kind items! 

VIP Admission: $650

  • Early access to the event beginning at 5 p.m.
  • Entry to the exclusive VIP tasting lounge throughout the evening.
    • Speciality pairing bites to accompany Governor’s Cup® Case-winning wines prepared by MannyEats 
    • Local cheese and charcuterie prepared by Sarah Adduci of Belmont Butchery
    • Hand-crafted dessert pairings 
    • Pours of rare wines from case-winning wineries 
    • Led by VIP Host, Lance Lemon, RichWine & Penny’s Wine Shop
  • Winery Passport: Complimentary, elevated tastings for ticket holders and a guest at each of the Virginia Governor’s Cup® Case winning wineries valid through 12/31/2023.
  • Virginia Wine swag & souvenir Governor’s Cup Riedel wine glass
  • Access to a premiere auction item sponsored by the V Foundation. 
  • Preferred seating during the awards reveal of the Virginia Governor’s Cup® winners.

 

About the Competition

The Virginia Governor's Cup® is one of the most stringent competitions in the U.S. Each year, world-class judges gather to sample hundreds of the best Virginia wines. The highest 12-ranking red and white wines will become the Governor's Cup® Case, with one bottle taking home the coveted Governor's Cup®. Best in Show Cider will also be awarded to the highest-scoring cider. The competition is hosted by the Virginia Wineries Association, in partnership with the Virginia Wine Board and the Virginia Vineyards Association.