by Richard Leahy | May 30, 2025 | Tastings/Evaluations, Wine of the Week, XXVirginia Wine
May 30th, 2025 I’m pleased to say that the winemaking talent of the new winemaker Boela Gerber at Southwest Mountain Vineyards stands up to his reputation as one of the top winemakers from South Africa. I’ve only tasted three of his white wines so far, but...
by Richard Leahy | May 29, 2025 | News, XXVirginia Wine
Eric Asimov, the wine columnist for the New York Times since 2004, has written that Virginia has officially (and finally) arrived as a serious wine region, in his May 28th column for the Times. “Over the last 10 years or so [Virginia] has gained confidence,...
by Richard Leahy | May 22, 2025 | Regions & Terroir, Virginia Wine, XXVirginia Wine
On May 18th, I went to Fox Meadow Vineyards on (aptly-named) Freezeland Road, at over 1,800 ft. elevation near Linden, VA to attend a tasting of neighboring vineyards that grow or source fruit from high-elevation vineyards, and also share proximity to natural...
by Richard Leahy | May 14, 2025 | Events, Regions & Terroir, Tastings/Evaluations, Virginia Wine
Peak Shenandoah Wine Region, a collective of six high-elevation wineries near the town of Linden will hold their showcase event, “Discover Peak Shenandoah” this Sunday May 18, 2025, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, at Fox Meadow Vineyards & Winery 3310 Freezeland Rd,...
by Richard Leahy | Mar 16, 2025 | XXVirginia Wine
Linden, Virginia: Peak Shenandoah Wine Region announced today its upcoming collective wine showcase event, “Discover Peak Shenandoah – A Collective Wine Tasting Event”, will be held Sunday May 18, 2025, from 11:00am to 1:00pm, at Fox Meadow Vineyards &...
by Richard Leahy | Mar 16, 2025 | XXVirginia Wine
As Virginians take part in Women’s History Month celebrations across the state this March, the new Virginia Women in Wine Trail offers the chance to connect with the incredible women shaping the future of Virginia’s wine industry. A project of...
