Press Releases

Virginia Cider Makers Featured at Blair House Holiday Event

Diane Flynt - Foggy Ridge Cider Dec 17, 2009

Washington, D.C.—A special holiday showcase at Blair House, the nation’s official guesthouse, featured hard cider from Foggy Ridge Cider and Albemarle Ciderworks, two Virginia farm wineries. The Magazine Publishers of America and the US State Department hosted the December 7 gathering, which celebrated American artisan foods and beverages and featured historic rooms decorated by America’s top magazines.

Benchmark Hospitality International Chefs to be Featured at The James Beard House, New York

Ken Ellens - Ken Ellens Communications Dec 14, 2009

New York, October 2009 … For the fifth consecutive year, Benchmark Hospitality International chefs from the company’s fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels and resorts have been invited by the prestigious James Beard Foundation to cook at the storied James Beard House in New York City. What has become an annual tradition for Benchmark chefs was begun five years ago by Bob Zappatelli, who was Benchmark’s revered Vice President Food & Beverage. Mr. Zappatelli passed away last May 31st. Mary Watson, Benchmark Hospitality’s Chief Wine Officer, has paired each course with fine wines. Included is her Signature Blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Tannat -- “Mary’s Cuvée” -- created by Ms. Watson and produced by Virginia’s award-winning Corcoran Vineyards.

Patsy's Restaurant Celebrates the Release of 2007 Adagio Launch

Courtney Darden - The Williamsburg Winery Dec 12, 2009

NEW YORK: Matthew Meyer, Master Winemaker at the Williamsburg Winery will partner with Executive Chef Sal Scognomillo, of the legendary Patsy’s Restaurant on the evening of Tuesday, January 19th to launch Matthew’s 2007 Adagio wine...

The Virginia Wine Board Welcomes Diane Flynt

Annette Boyd - The Virginia Wine Board Marketing Office Dec 08, 2009

On December 2, 2009 the Virginia Wine Board welcomed Diane Flynt as its newest member. Diane is the owner and operator of Foggy Ridge Cider in Dugspur, Virginia. Appointed by Governor Timothy M. Kaine, Diane was formally sworn in for her duties in late November in preparation for the upcoming meeting. Virginia cideries come under Farm winery statute because they contain 18 percent or less of alcohol by volume.

9th Annual Norton Wine & Bluegrass Festival Oct. 3rd & 4th

Hump Astorga - Chrysalis Vineyards Sep 13, 2009

Visit Chrysalis Vineyards (Middleburg, VA) in the midst of harvest and experience their hottest festival of the year...

Leadership Changes for the Virginia Wine Board

Annette Boyd - Virginia Wine Board Marketing Office Sep 02, 2009

Richmond, VA – On Thursday, August 20, 2009, at the Virginia Wine Board's quarterly meeting, John H. “Rock” Stephens of The Vineyard at Point Breeze, located on Virginia's Eastern Shore, was elected Chairman of the Virginia Wine Board. Jennifer “Jenni” McCloud of Chrysalis Vineyards, located in Middleburg Virginia was elected Vice Chairman, and Marcie Siegel of Sweely Estate Winery in Madison Virginia, joined the Board after being appointed by Governor Timothy M. Kaine on July 20, 2009. Other existing board members include: Dean Triplett of Willowcroft Farm Vineyards, Luca Paschina of Barboursville Vineyards, Mills Wehner of Chatham Vineyards, Patrick G. Duffeler Sr. of Williamsburg Winery, and Ruth Saunders of Silver Creek Orchards.

THE TIDES INN WELCOMES THE RETURN OF "WOMEN WILD ABOUT WINE"

Jeong Ku Hwang - The Tides Inn Jun 02, 2009

Weekends in October will once again bring together friends and fine wine in Virginia's Northern Neck. IRVINGTON, VA (June 3, 2009) - The Women Wild About Wine Weekends at the Tides Inn returns in time for October's wine harvest and Virginia's wildly popular wine month. Virginia celebrates its 21st Virginia Wine Month with festivals, tours, concerts and more from the state's 140 wineries. October has become an eagerly awaited annual highlight as Virginia's wine production ranks fifth in the U.S...

Virginia Cider Makers Featured at Blair House Holiday Event

Benchmark Hospitality International Chefs to be Featured at The James Beard House, New York

Patsy's Restaurant Celebrates the Release of 2007 Adagio Launch

The Virginia Wine Board Welcomes Diane Flynt

9th Annual Norton Wine & Bluegrass Festival Oct. 3rd & 4th

Leadership Changes for the Virginia Wine Board

THE TIDES INN WELCOMES THE RETURN OF "WOMEN WILD ABOUT WINE"

Grower of the Year Award

VA Wineries Extend Their Horizons at The London International Wine Fair

TARARA WINERY ANNOUNCES FINE VINE FESTIVAL…JUST SAY VIOGNIER

Gray Ghost Winery swept the San Francisco Chronicle wine competition for the fourth consecutive year

2009 Virginia Governor’s Cup Awards

2009 Industry Honors

2008 Passport to Virginia Wineries