Leesburg Tasting Shop & Virginia Vineyard
“Success is best when it’s shared.”–Howard Schultz In our enchanting world of wine, every bottle holds a story, and every sip is a journey through time and terroir. As a Virginia native and a member of our unique and special community, I’m honored and proud to play a role in an industry that […]
Grapes of Glory: A “Case” for Excellence in Virginia Wine Read More »
With one month of 2024 already in the books and the calendar flipped to February, Valentine’s Day–the celebration of love and affection–is just around the corner. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner for two or a cozy evening at home, there’s no denying that wine can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to the
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As the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Eve and the curtain closed on 2023, people all around the world came together to bid farewell to the past and usher in 2024 with joy and excitement. One of the most popular ways to toast the momentous occasion is by raising a glass of sparkling wine.
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‘Twas The Night Before Christmas—October One Vineyard Edition The wine: 2020 Cabernet Franc Narrated by S. Claus (aka Kyle Zimmerman) ‘Twas the night before Christmas– ‘ol Santa was spent. I was so ill-prepared for the year’s “big event.” ☹ The hustle and bustle had caught up with age, (Should have given my elf team
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“The pursuit of excellence with unrestrained passion can lead to the accomplishment of wonders with unsurpassed joy.”—Aberjhani, historian / poet While many attributes define our wine world, no other descriptor embodies our spirit and commitment more than passion—that energy that originates in our souls, swelling within us, igniting our zest for life. Notwithstanding, teamwork is also a key
“The Pursuit of Excellence…. Loudoun’s Passion In Wine Read More »
Which October One Vineyard wine sounds delicious to you today? Let’s help find out with this overview of our grapes, their history, and lineage, as well as our grapes’ signature characteristics. Also, see what chefs and authors said while pairing O1V’s wine with food and the medals we’ve taken home. O1V’s Grapes The grapes used
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“Come quickly; I am tasting the stars!” This famous wine quote attributed to Dom Pérignon when tasting the first sparkling Champagne implies the shared experience of something alluring and delicious. Wine, and even more sparkling wine, brings people together. It is for sharing. Food, bubbles, and fun. Sparkling wine has nice acidity, palette-cleansing attributes, and
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We love Rosés. Americans love Rosés, and they’ve exploded in popularity, becoming the preferred wine of the millennial crowd and making regular appearances on social media sites, #roseallday! Rosés have the fastest-growing sales of any wine category in the U.S. Since production costs are low, they’re good-value wines. This can only be good for wine
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We all have idyllic images of the time of year when the grape harvest occurs. The fall air is crisp, and the leaves transform into autumn colors. And images of barefoot grape stompers frolicking in vats of juice and crushed grapes come to mind. But a fantastic transformative cycle of life and growth leads to
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I prefer Viognier, pronounced vee-own-yay, to most white wines because it has a distinct natural profile; maybe that’s why it’s the white wine for red wine lovers. For example, Viognier has more natural aromatics and minerality than Chardonnay. I prefer the style locally produced by Walsh Family Wines for October One Vineyard. It is full-bodied,
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