by Richard Leahy | Jan 1, 2026 | Tastings/Evaluations, XXVirginia Wine
This was written in the course of the year, so the ones tasted first were listed first. The scoring system is at the bottom of the entry; wines are not listed in order of score. ***+ Philip Carter Winery “Cleve” 2019 This wine is the estate flagship red, a blend of...
by Richard Leahy | Nov 25, 2025 | XXVirginia Wine
I promote drinking locally, especially since Thanksgiving is an East Coast American tradition. Here are a couple of guidelines if you plan to observe Thanksgiving with a traditional menu: You can find the best wine matches for the traditional menu with East...
by Richard Leahy | Nov 20, 2025 | XXVirginia Wine
The Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail, comprised of wineries in the Shenandoah Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA), the oldest and largest in the state, presented the Seventh Shenandoah Cup trophy to the top-rated wine submitted in its competition at a Celebration held...
by Richard Leahy | Nov 11, 2025 | XXVirginia Wine
From November 6-8th, the American Wine Society held its 53rd annual conference, which this year was held at the Washington Dulles Marriott conference center in Chantilly, VA. Virginia was the sponsor wine region, and vintners from around the state poured their wines...
by Richard Leahy | Nov 5, 2025 | XXVirginia Wine
As the largest industry event east of the Pacific states, EWE is designed to provide Eastern U.S. and Canadian wineries, vineyards and suppliers with an easily accessible, affordable and professional meeting place, trade show and Eastern-focused conference. The 3-day...
by Richard Leahy | Nov 5, 2025 | XXVirginia Wine
The Shenandoah Cup Celebration is Friday, November 14 from 6:30-9:30 pm at the Yellow Barn at Shenandoah Caverns. The Caverns’ long-running Shenandoah Uncorked wine festival will take place at American Celebration on Parade across the street the next day, from 11 am...
