Tumbling Creek Cider Company Abingdon, Virginia Est. in 2018 When it comes to appreciating the finer things in life, few experiences can rival the warmth and camaraderie that come with sipping a glass of a beautifully crafted beverage. And if you’re looking for a beverage that embodies the spirit of Appalachia, you need not look any further than Tumbling Creek Cider Company. Tumbling Creek Cider Company, nestled in the picturesque Appalachian region, has been tantalizing taste buds and capturing hearts since it opened its doors in 2018. With a passion for the craft and an unwavering commitmen ..read more

Abingdon, Virginia Est. in 2001 Abingdon Vineyards: Where Nature and Wine Converge Nestled in the picturesque heart of Abingdon, Virginia, Abingdon Vineyards is more than just a winery; it’s an experience waiting to be savored. Owned by the passionate Elizabeth Gardner, this enchanting winery has been serving up delightful wines since 2001, with Elizabeth and her team acquiring the winery in 2018. One might wonder what led Elizabeth to venture into this business. The answer lies in the idyllic location of Abingdon Vineyards. Situated at the confluence of a peaceful stream and a mighty river ..read more

Dugspur, Virginia Est. in 2006 Welcome to Blacksnake Meadery, Carroll County’s first winery and Southwest Virginia’s first meadery. Tucked away in the picturesque southern Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia, this family-owned-and-operated business is a testament to the beauty of living in harmony with nature and a passion for all things fermented. At Blacksnake Meadery, the journey began with a unique connection to its namesakes – the blacksnakes that called this log structure home long before it became a mead haven. The building, constructed in 1986 from hand-hewn logs salvaged from 1800s toba ..read more

Pearisburg, Virginia Est. in 2014 When you visit JBR Vineyards, you’ll encounter a small and unique winery nestled in the heart of Virginia. Founded in 2014, JBR Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery dedicated to producing excellent wines. Co-owner and manager of JBR Vineyards, Deborah Ring, shares the story of their winery, their unique products, and why visitors should plan a visit to JBR Vineyards. JBR Vineyards began with the love of wine and a desire to do something different after retirement. The owners experimented with different grape varieties and decided to grow grapes ra ..read more

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Staci Saunders staci.saunders@vdacs.virginia.gov (804) 225-3662 [Richmond, VA, May 30, 2023] – The Virginia Winery Distribution Company (VWDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Board Chair and a change in membership for one of the seats on the Board. These changes reflect the VWDC’s commitment to driving growth and excellence in the Virginia wine industry. Stanley K. Joynes III Valley Road Vineyards BOARD CHAIRMAN Stanley K. Joynes III, CEO and co-founder of Valley Road Vineyards located in the Monticello American Viticultural Area, has been appoi ..read more

Goochland, Virginia Est. in 2012 Elk Island Winery was founded by the Klinefelter family in 2012. It is named after the 1300-acre island in the James River, originally part of Thomas Jefferson’s Elk Farm, which is adjacent to their farm. Co-owner Crista Klinefelter shared, “Our love for agriculture and rural living resulted in the planting of our first four acres of vines on site, consisting mainly of Norton, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sauvignon Blanc.” Elk Island Winery is a second-generation family business. The business was started by Crista’s father-in-law, a farmer with an interest in tryi ..read more

Palmyra, VA Country Comfort Wine in Virginia has become big business, as is evident when you visit so many of our wineries. The high-end, professionally designed and decorated spaces are often filled with throngs of people enjoying the wine and the well-curated experience. For those looking for something with a little less bustle (and all the hustle happening behind the scenes), look no further than Cunningham Creek Winery, part of the historic Middle Fork Farm, in Fluvanna County.  The big open spaces, picnic tables, and dog and family-friendly environment recall the earlier, more casua ..read more

Middleburg, VA What Your Porch Craves – 50 West Summer in Virginia can be sweltering. On those days when the AC can’t quite keep up, many Virginians find relief by relaxing and socializing with a cool drink on their porch. When choosing the perfect wine, could there be a more perfect porch-sipping wine than a nice cool rosé? Now, today’s rosé isn’t the same sweet wine you may remember from decades ago.  Yesterday’s overly sweet white zins have given way to something more varied and sophisticated.  Rosés produced from grapes like malbec and pinot have depth and character.  In Vi ..read more

Bozzo Family Vineyards Purcellville, VA One aspect that is pretty standard to any vineyard origin story is the key point in time from their first planting to their first vintage.  Winemaking is not a business where you can hit the ground running and hope that first year carries you over to a second, third, and beyond.   Some vineyards take a decade or so to perfect their process and product, forgoing sales to focus on experimentation.  Others use those early years to sell their grapes to the more established vineyards until they have the infrastructure and vine maturity to ..read more

Gadino Cellars: A Family Tradition Washington, VA Imagine, if you will, a classic movie. The camera pans across the scenery of an old Italian vineyard. You see ancient, stone buildings alongside the sun-bleached vines where the family has gathered to celebrate the harvest. They’re sharing some time together. Some good food. Some good wine. Everyone feels welcome. Now, Washington, Virginia may not be northern Italy (it’s a little more humid than Italy). The buildings aren’t nearly as old and things aren’t quite so bleached by the Mediterranean sun. The feeling of family and being welcomed, how ..read more