Charlottesville, Virginia, and the Monticello AVA win 2023 Wine Region of the Year!
Virginia wins big at Wine Enthusiast's 24th Annual Wine Star Awards, achieving global recognition in the world of winemaking.
The award highlights the remarkable achievements in the wine industry and honors the area's exceptional quality, innovation, and commitment to producing world-class wines.
The Charlottesville area is home to over 20% of Virginia’s vineyard plantings and 40 wineries, many of which can be found in the Monticello AVA.
The region continuously garners attention and praise in the annual Virginia Governor’s Cup Competition. This year, 58 of the 142 gold medals were presented to wineries among the Monticello Wine Trail.
EXPLORE CHARLOTTESVILLE
Join the Monticello AVA in celebrating Monticello Wine Week
Mark your calendars from April 26th - May 3rd for exquisite wines and events to celebrate the award. See below for more details.
GOLD MEDAL CELEBRATION April 26, The Wool Factory
ROSÉ PICNIC April 27, Trump Winery's Barn & Pavilion Venue
ROSÉ SUNSET SIGHTS April 27, Hazy Mountain Vineyards
SPARKLING BRUNCH April 28, Mount Ida Farm and Vineyard
WINEMAKER'S GOLF TOURNAMENT April 29, Keswick Hall
WINEMAKER'S RECEPTION AT KESWICK HALL April 29, Keswick Hall
WHITE WINE SHOWCASE May 1, Eastwood Farm & Winery
RED WINE SHOWCASE May 2, Barboursville Vineyards
WINE WEEK WINE DOWN May 3, Veritas
Make the Most of Virginia Wine
JOIN
Create itineraries and receive updates from your favorite wineries by creating an account to personalize your adventure.
PLAN
Plot your next adventure. Build-in stops at wineries with unique tasting offerings, on-site restaurants or overnight accommodations.
TRAVEL
Request a Virginia Winery Guide for a physical map outline of all of the state’s wineries and offerings.
EXPLORE
For on-the-go access and spontaneous planning, download the Virginia Wine App. You’ll have easy access to saved itineraries, regional maps and event details.
SAVOR
Once you find your way into the vineyards, sit back and enjoy a taste of #vawine.
