Central Virginia - Our First Winery Adventure of 2013
We were so excited to get back on the road again as we ventured to central Virginia for our first trip of 2013. Our first stop was at Veritas Vineyard & Winery in Afton where we were able to stop and enjoy a bottle of their delicious Rose' on their spacious patio. The next day we drove to Trump Winery in Charlottesville. The Trump tasting room staff is super friendly and I love that the tasting started out with three wonderful sparkling wines. Next we went down the road to Blenheim Vineyards (owned by musician Dave Matthews) and on to KeswickVineyards. Our last two stops of the day were to Glass House Winery in Free Union, VA (such a great atmosphere you will want to stay for awhile) and ended our day at Early Mountain Winery in Madison. On our second day we ventured to three more wineries. The first was a visit to a small boutique winery in Sperryville, Sharp Rock Vineyards. Our next stop was at DuCard Winery in Etlan which has a very talented winemaker and some really great wines. Our last stop was a visit to Reynard-Florence Winery in Barboursville - where we absolutely loved our entire experience. Pictured: A Friday morning visit to Trump Winery in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Charming Lodging in Barboursville, Virginia
The Inn at Dawsonville
We couldn't have asked for a better location than we had at this bed and breakfast located just twenty minutes north of Charlottesville. The Inn at Dawsonville is convenient to the many Charlottesville wineries as well as several wineries that are located north of the city. Our innkeeper, Whit Brinkley, was so hospitable and cooked a delicious breakfast each morning.Both of our second floor rooms (each with private bath) were very spacious and featured extra-comfy beds with luxurious linens. A common room is available with satellite television as well as a large front porch and a few other outdoor cozy nooks where you can drink your morning coffee or enjoy a glass of wine at the end of they day. Visit their website for more photos and information about the accommodations they offer. Pictured: Sharon stands outside the Inn at Dawsonville in Barboursville, Virginia after a delicious breakfast of fresh strawberries plus cheesy eggs and sausage.
Where we're headed:
June 3rd & 4th, 2013 we'll be visiting the following North Carolina wineries:
Old North State Winery, Mount Airy, NC
Shadow Springs Vineyard, Hamptonville, NC
Upcoming destinations:
July: Traverse City Michigan Area Wineries including Leelanau Peninsula and Old Mission Peninsula
Wine Glass Charms For Animal Lovers
For all animal lovers out there we have wine glass charms available in a large variety of animals: safari, barnyard, dogs, cats, fish and more. Whether you're looking for a wine glass charm of your favorite animal or if you're searching for a unique gift for someone we have so many different styles to choose from. Click here to see our entire selection of animal charms or call 740-649-6142 if you don't see exactly what you are searching for on our website - we can design charms just for you. You can also email sharon@wineryadventures.com with questions or for more information.
Area Wine Events:
June 7, 2013
Tunes on the Terrace at Oliver Winery
