DOCSLIB.ORG

Thank You for Choosing Breaux Vineyards! We Hope You Enjoy Your Visit with Us

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Thank You for Choosing Breaux Vineyards! We Hope You Enjoy Your Visit with Us Thank you for choosing Breaux Vineyards! We hope you enjoy your visit with us. When you have made your wine and/or food selections, please come up to the main bar to order. Need recommendations? Ask our staff behind the bar for suggestions! Wines White and Rosé Wines Red Wines Bottle Glass Bottle Glass Equation White $20 Equation $22 2020 Rosé $26 $10 2017 Marquis de Lafayette $30 $13 2020 Sauvignon Blanc $31 $13 2016 Meritage $53 $18 2019 Madeleine’s Chardonnay $28 $12 2015 Merlot $46 2019 Viognier $35 2016 Merlot $46 $15 2014 Nebbiolo $57 $23 2016 Nebbiolo $68 $23 2016 Petit Verdot $53 Off Dry and Sweet Wines 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon $50 2020 Jennifer’s Jambalaya $28 $12 2020 Orleans $31 2020 Chere Marie $20 2017 Soleil (350 mL) $50 Sparkling Wines 2014 Extended Age $40 Sangria 2017 Breauxmance $42 Glass $11 Carafe $33 $45 $45 Tastings Breaux Self-Guided Tasting Enjoy six, pre-picked Breaux wines served flight style. Includes 1 oz. Pours of three red wines and three white $22 wines. Governor’s Cup Tasting Sip and enjoy three of our medal winning wines from the 2021 Virginia Governor’s Cup. Pours include 2016 $15 Nebbiolo, 2016 Meritage, and 2016 Petit Verdot. Weekend Food Menu Available Friday-Monday = Vegetarian = Gluten Free = Vegan Tomato Bisque Cheese and Charcuterie Burgers (served on a Kaiser roll w/chips & pickle) Cheese Plate Beyond Burger See current selections available outside of $11 A 4 ounce Beyond Burger served on a Kaiser Roll topped $12 the kitchen. (contains nuts) with lettuce. Cheese & Charcuterie Plate Beyond Cheeseburger See current selections available outside of $17 $13 A 4 ounce Beyond Burger served on a Kaiser Roll topped the kitchen. (contains nuts) with melted Gruyere cheese and lettuce. Baked Camembert Classic Hamburger A wheel of Camembert, topped with our fig $20 A 4-ounce burger served on a Kaiser Roll topped with $11 spread, wrapped in a puff pastry, and baked lettuce. to golden-brown deliciousness. Cheeseburger A 4-ounce burger served on a Kaiser Roll topped with melted $12 Gruyere cheese and lettuce. Flatbreads Sandwiches Cheese Ham and Cheese Panini $11 Tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. Sliced Ham and Swiss Cheese on ciabatta bread. $15 Pepperoni Muffuletta Panini Tomato sauce, pepperoni slices & mozzarella $12 Ham, Mortadella, and Salami with Provolone Cheese and a $15 cheese. tangy Olive Salad on ciabatta bread. Olive and Pepper Grilled Cheese Kalamata, green olives, and banana $13 $11 Gruyere Cheese with pesto on ciabatta bread. peppers. Vegetarian (Vegan) Baked Portobello Sandwich Tomato sauce, mushrooms, roasted red $11 Baked Portobello mushroom with a house cranberry-onion $11 peppers and kalamata olives. sauce and blue cheese on a Kaiser roll. Fig and Feta Topped with fig spread, feta cheese and $13 Pub Fare prosciutto. BBQ Chicken Flatbread Giant Pretzel Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce, sliced onion $13 A giant salted pretzel, served with yellow mustard for $9 and grilled chicken chunks. dipping. Soups For the Little Ones Gumbo Hearty chunks of chicken, savory uncured Chicken Nuggets w/Apple Sauce $9 $7 andouille sausage, long grain rice, Six chicken nuggets served with a side of apple sauce. vegetables, and spices. Tomato Bisque Tomatoes and cream in a rich vegetable $9 stock. Check out our selection of Cheeses, Meats, Crackers, Turkey and Kale Spreads and Chocolates available in our Tasting Room! Savory turkey sausage and leafy kale $9 simmered with brown rice and vegetables. .
Load more

Recommended publications
  • President's Corner
    www.virginiavineyardsassociation.com The Quarterly Newsletter of the Virginia Vineyards Association Vol. 29 No. 1 March 2013 President's Corner ... Tom Kelly, VVA President reetings All! As you know, the spring edition of the Grape GPress is typically a recap of our previous Winter Technical meeting and this issue will continue that tradi- tion. I was very impressed with the quality of content for this year’s meeting. The speakers were some of the best we’ve had and the topics were timely and pertinent as we head into a new growing season. This year’s theme was disease management and the Len Thompson of Amherst Vineyards, left, accepts the VVA 2012 Grower of the Year award topics ranged from basic seasonal disease control to from Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Todd Haymore during a more intensive look at pathogenic diseases such as the technical meeting in February. Pierce’s Disease and Grape Vine Yellows as well as insect control. We also included a tasting and presenta- Len Thompson of Amherst Vineyards tion of the Governor’s Case, a Viognier panel tasting, a Named VVA’s 2012 Grower of the Year presentation and tasting of the PD tolerant variety Blanc du Bois and a preview of the new online Sustainable Viticulture workbook. irginia Secretary of Agriculture volunteered at wine festivals. So the deci- and Forestry Todd Haymore pre- sion was made — start a vineyard and sell We heard industry updates from the Virginia Wine sented Len Thompson of Amherst the grapes! Board, Wine Marketing Board and Virginia Wine Council V as well as an address from Secretary of Agriculture Todd Vineyards with the 2012 Grower of the Len and Kay purchased land in Amherst Haymore.
    [Show full text]
  • Wines Snacks and Such
    Wines White and Rosé Wines Red Wines Bottle Glass Bottle Glass Equation White $18 Equation $20 2019 Rosé $24 2017 Marquis de Lafayette $27 $12 2019 Sauvignon Blanc $28 2016 Meritage $45 2016 Vidal Barrique $26 2015 Merlot $42 2019 Madeleine’s Chardonnay $25 $11 2016 Merlot $42 $14 2019 Viognier $32 $13 2014 Nebbiolo $52 $21 2016 Petit Verdot $48 Off Dry and Sweet Wines 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon $45 2020 Chère Marie $18 2020 Jennifer’s Jambalaya $25 $11 2020 Orleans $28 2017 Soleil (350 mL) $45 Sparkling Wines 2014 Extended Age $36 Mulled Wine 2017 Breauxmance $38 Cup $10 Cup in a Breaux Vineyards Mug $14 Snacks and Such Prepared Foods (weekends only) = Vegetarian = Gluten Free = Vegan $6 Burgers (served on a Kaiser roll w/chips & pickle) Tomato Bisque Baguette Cheese Plate – Current Selections (contains $10 Beyond Burger $11 nuts) Cheese & Charcuterie Plate – Current $15 Beyond Cheeseburger - with melted Gruyere cheese $12 Selections (contains nuts) Baked Camembert $18 Classic Hamburger $10 Giant Pretzel $8 Classic Cheeseburger – with melted Gruyere cheese $11 Chicken Nuggets w/Apple Sauce $6 Sandwiches (Served on Ciabatta bread w/chips & pickle) Soup Grilled Cheese - Gruyere Cheese with pesto $10 Gumbo $8 Ham and Cheese Panini - Sliced Ham and Swiss Cheese $14 Tomato Bisque $8 Muffuletta Panini $14 Baked Portobello Sandwich $10 Check out our selection of Cheeses, Meats, Crackers, Spreads and Chocolates available in our Tasting Room! While you are here, please remember to… • Keep your mask on while moving about, using the restroom or when ordering at the bar. We’re wearing our masks to help keep you safe and we appreciate you returning the favor.
    [Show full text]
  • 2013 Medal Winners
    Winery Varietal Description Medal Altavista Vineyards Shiraz Bronze Altillo Vineyards Cabernet Franc Bronze Altillo Vineyards Chardonnay Silver AmRhein Wine Cellars Pinot Grigio no medal AmRhein Wine Cellars Chambourcin Silver AmRhein Wine Cellars Vidal Blanc Silver AmRhein Wine Cellars Pinot Gris Reserve Silver Annefield Vineyards Viognier Bronze Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Bronze Annefield Vineyards Sauvignon, Petit Verdot Red Cabernet Franc, Vidal Silver Annefield Vineyards Blanc Rose Attimo Vidal Blanc Silver Barboursville Vineyards Muscat Ottonel, Vidal Malvaxia Bronze Barboursville Vineyards Meritage Octagon Gold Barboursville Vineyards Muscat Ottonel, Vidal Malvaxia Silver Barboursville Vineyards Petit Verdot Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Petit Verdot Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Merlot Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Meritage Octagon Silver Barboursville Vineyards Nebbiolo Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Nebbiolo Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Cabernet Franc Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Cabernet Franc Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Cabernet Franc Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Silver Barboursville Vineyards Viognier Reserve Silver Barrel Oak Winery Cabernet Franc Reserve Bronze Barrel Oak Winery Petit Manseng Reserve Bronze Barrel Oak Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Silver Barrel Oak Winery Chardonnay Reserve Silver Barren Ridge Vineyards Meritage Bronze Barren Ridge Vineyards Vidal Blanc Estate Bottled Bronze Barren Ridge Vineyards Viognier Estate
    [Show full text]
  • Available-Wine-List-Food-Menu.Pdf
    Thank you for choosing Breaux Vineyards! We hope you enjoy your visit with us. When you have made your wine and/or food selections, please come up to the main bar to order. Need recommendations? Ask our staff behind the bar for suggestions! Wines White and Rosé Wines Red Wines Bottle Glass Bottle Glass Equation White $20 Equation $22 $9 2020 Rosé $26 $10 2017 Marquis de Lafayette $30 $13 2020 Sauvignon Blanc $31 $13 2016 Meritage $53 $18 2019 Madeleine’s Chardonnay $28 $12 2015 Merlot $46 2016 Merlot $46 $15 2014 Nebbiolo $57 $23 2016 Nebbiolo $68 $23 2016 Petit Verdot $53 Off Dry and Sweet Wines 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon $50 2020 Jennifer’s Jambalaya $28 $12 2020 Orleans $31 $13 2020 Chere Marie $20 $8 2017 Soleil (350 mL) $50 Sparkling Wines 2014 Extended Age $40 Sangria 2017 Breauxmance $42 Glass $11 Carafe $33 Tastings Traditional Tasting A Breaux wine associate will lead you through our current selection of six amazing wines. Available on a $25 first-come, first-serve basis. Governor’s Cup Tasting Sip and enjoy three of our medal winning wines from the 2021 Virginia Governor’s Cup. Pours include 2016 $15 Nebbiolo, 2016 Meritage, and 2016 Petit Verdot. Pick Your Own Wine Flight 3 for $12 Create your own wine flight from a list of 10 available wines! Flights are available in a 3 glass or 6 glass 6 for $22 format. Wines for this flight will be arranged in the order on the card. Weekend Food Menu Available Friday-Monday = Vegetarian = Gluten Free = Vegan Burgers (served on a Kaiser roll w/chips & pickle) Tomato Bisque Cheese and Charcuterie *Can be served on a lettuce wrap Cheese Plate Beyond Burger See current selections available outside of $11 A 4 ounce Beyond Burger served on a Kaiser Roll topped $12 the kitchen.
    [Show full text]
  • Virginia Celebrates 250Th Anniversary of American Wine at London International Wine Fair Successful Birthplace of American Wine Rooted in British History
    For Immediate Release: Media Contact: Karen Batalo 804.262.9130 [email protected] Virginia Celebrates 250th Anniversary of American Wine at London International Wine Fair Successful birthplace of American wine rooted in British history Richmond, Va. (May 22, 2012) - Virginia Wines continue to share the spotlight on the international stage, this time at the 2012 London International Wine Fair (LIWF), where award-winning wineries from the Central Virginia, Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads Regions will be pouring May 22 - 24. Four wineries from the Monticello AVA, home of Thomas Jefferson, will participate in addition to two from Northern Virginia and one from Hampton Roads, located near the heart of Colonial Williamsburg. "We will be pouring wines at the London International Wine Fair just as we kick off celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the American Wine industry at Philip Carter Winery - Charles Carter's Virginia wines were the first American wines to be internationally recognized with a gold medal from the Royal Society of Arts. We are excited to return to London for our fourth wine fair, where we have received a warm reception and glowing reviews from the international wine press." The following Virginia Wineries (pouring wines listed) are participating in the LIWF: Monticello AVA, Central Virginia Region Barboursville Vineyards, 2008 Cabernet Franc, 2006 Octagon, 2010 Viognier King Family Vineyards, 2010 Viognier Veritas Winery, 2009 Kenmar Dessert Wine, 2010 Petit Verdot Paul Shaffer 4th Edition, 2011 Viognier Virginia
    [Show full text]
  • La Grotta Wines by the Glass Champagne Glass Bottle
    La Grotta Wines By the Glass Champagne Glass Bottle Prosecco Superiore $11.00 38.00 Citrus flavors mingle with hints of burnt sugar. Delivers zip and zest in the mouth. Dry enough to serve as an aperitif or with dessert. Kir Royale $12.00 Fit for a King! Champagne and Crème de Cassis and a lemon twist. White Pinot Grigio Kaltern 2014 $8.50 $32.00 This Pinot Grigio from North East Italy, is a fantastic wine, very refreshing flavor and great balance of acidity. Sauvignon Blanc di Leonardo 2014 $8.50 $32.00 A rich, ripe Sauvignon Blanc with lovely pineapple, honey, and apple flavors. Medium bodied with a nice smooth finish. Verdicchio Dei Castelli di Jesi, Santa Barbara 2014 $8.50 $32.00 100% Verdicchio from the oldest producer of Verdicchio in Italy. Aromas of Hawthorne, citrus and almond flowers. The taste is bright and crisp with rich citrus notes and a dry fruity finish. Gavi Masera 2015 $8.50 $32.00 Ripe nectarine fruit of this cortese melds with impressive acidity, which gives the flavors a mineral inflection and a lasting lime pith taste. The middle is soft and round, the finish mouthwatering. Chardonnay Shannon Ridge, California 2014 $8.50 $32.00 Mildly oaky, rich, full-bodied and smooth Chardonnay with aromas of vanilla, caramel, and a hint of butter. Rose White Zinfandel 2013 $7.50 $27.00 With a brilliant hue, this wine is very refreshing and captivates the palate. A good sweet wine with fresh flavors of strawberry and apricot. Great by the glass or with light fare.
    [Show full text]
  • Descriptive Analysis and Consumer Study of Viognier Wines from Virginia, France and California
    Descriptive Analysis and Consumer Study of Viognier Wines from Virginia, France and California Martha Wicks Mueller, Gregory Hirson, Maya Hood White, Jonas Mueller, and Hildegarde Heymann Abstract: A trained panel (n=12) identified the key characteristics of Viognier wines from Virginia, France, and California. Fourteen aroma attributes were identified and assessed: Artificial fruit, chemical, citrus, earthy/dusty/musty, floral, green apple, hay, honey, hot (ethanol), melon/cucumber, stone fruit, sulfidic, tropical fruit, woody, yeasty, and overall product intensity. Six taste and mouth feel attributes were measured: astringent, bitter, hot (ethanol), sour, sweet, and viscosity. Principal component analysis and analysis of variance were used to describe and differentiate among wines and countries. Overall product intensity, artificial fruit, honey, hot, stone fruit, sulfidic, tropical fruit, viscosity, sweet, sour, astringent and hot mouthfeel were all found be significant across wines. When analyzing product versus region, wines from California were found to be significantly greater in overall intensity, stone fruit, artificial fruit and tropical fruit than wines from Virginia and France. French Viogniers were found to be significantly greater in woody than Virginian or Californian Viogniers. Consumer studies in Virginia (n=193) and California (n=109) found a preference for wines high in fruit intensities and higher residual sugar and acidity. Introduction: The European wine grape variety Viognier was on the brink of extinction some forty years ago. The variety had dwindled to only 20 acres in its home, the Northern Rhone Valley, during the late 1960's. It was rediscovered in the ‘New World’ with plantings in Virginia and California in the early 1980’s.
    [Show full text]
  • Valle Tranquilo Press Release
    February 2, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Loudoun Heights Agritourism Council Releases Collaborative Wine Four Loudoun wineries join together to produce a 2019 estate-grown red blend. Loudoun County, VA (February 1, 2021) – The Loudoun Heights Agritourism Council is committed to telling the story of Northern Loudoun County with the release of its first collaborative wine, the 2019 Valle Tranquilo. This bold red blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Tannat is a full-bodied wine, perfect for enjoying this winter or for cellaring for enjoyment in years to come. Breaux Vineyards, Hillsborough Winery & Brewery, 868 Estate Vineyards, and Two Twisted Posts Winery each brought a barrel of single-varietal, estate-grown wine from their 2019 vintage to Hillsborough Winery where the four winemakers tasted the wines and experimented with different blends to create the 2019 Valle Tranquilo. “What really excites me about this wine is that it represents a coming together of the vineyards in our area. We’ve always been friends, but this is the first time that we have worked together as artistic collaborators,” said Kerem Baki, winemaker and owner at Hillsborough Winery and Brewery. “The resulting wine evokes the terroir of our Loudoun Heights geography, but it also represents the creativity of the entire team. From wine creation to label design, each member of the LHATC was able to contribute to the project. During this difficult COVID year, it has been a bright spot to be able to work with our neighbors on a project like this!” said Nancy Deliso, co-owner, 868 Estate Vineyards. Stephen Mackey, owner of Notaviva Craft Fermentations, designed the label.
    [Show full text]
  • Loudoun County Cultivates a Fast-Growing Wine Industry Dave
    Loudoun County Cultivates a Fast-Growing Wine Industry By Dave McIntyre Special to The Washington Post Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Driving along Tarara Lane, just off U.S. Route 15 north of Leesburg on a recent Saturday, I was distracted from the pastoral view by several signs. One signaled a wedding party to the left, while another heralded a family reunion to the right; a third pointed to a rafting excursion on the Potomac. “There's supposed to be a winery in here somewhere," I muttered, feeling rather bucolicky. Two crowded parking lots later, I found Tarara's tasting room just off a large deck packed with 20- and 30-somethings sipping wine, nibbling cheese and enjoying the cool September air. Jordan Harris, Tarara's young winemaker, bounded from the working winery to greet me. Reeking of sweat and grape must, he wiped his palm on his T-shirt before offering a sticky handshake, his face flushed with the excitement and frenzy of harvest. "We're pressing viognier today," he said. Harris came to Tarara just before the 2007 harvest from Ontario's Niagara wine region and immediately made changes that are bearing fruit in terms of higher quality. But he's just part of a larger story of Loudoun County's wine industry, which in the past six years has more than doubled in size. Loudoun County now boasts 23 wineries, according to the Virginia Wine Board, nearly as many as the Monticello district that encompasses four counties surrounding Charlottesville. All these wineries interspersed with the suburban sprawl of the national capital region have led Loudoun to dub itself "D.C.'s Wine Country." The wineries are more than mere wedding factories or pleasant weekend diversions.
    [Show full text]
  • Available Wine List & Food Menu
    Thank you for choosing Breaux Vineyards! We hope you enjoy your visit with us. When you have made your wine and/or food selections, please come up to the main bar to order. Need recommendations? Ask our staff behind the bar for suggestions! Wines White and Rosé Wines Red Wines Bottle Glass Bottle Glass Equation White $20 Equation $22 $9 2020 Rosé $26 $10 2017 Marquis de Lafayette $30 $13 2020 Sauvignon Blanc $31 $13 2016 Meritage $53 $18 2019 Madeleine’s Chardonnay $28 $12 2015 Merlot $46 2016 Merlot $46 $15 2014 Nebbiolo $57 $23 2016 Nebbiolo $68 $23 2016 Petit Verdot $53 Off Dry and Sweet Wines 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon $50 2020 Jennifer’s Jambalaya $28 $12 2020 Orleans $31 $13 2020 Chere Marie $20 $8 2017 Soleil (350 mL) $50 Sparkling Wines 2014 Extended Age $40 Sangria 2017 Breauxmance $42 Glass $11 Carafe $33 Tastings Traditional Tasting A Breaux wine associate will lead you through our current selection of six amazing wines. Available on a $25 first-come, first-serve basis. Governor’s Cup Tasting Sip and enjoy three of our medal winning wines from the 2021 Virginia Governor’s Cup. Pours include 2016 $15 Nebbiolo, 2016 Meritage, and 2016 Petit Verdot. Pick Your Own Wine Flight 3 for $12 Create your own wine flight from a list of 10 available wines! Flights are available in a 3 glass or 6 glass 6 for $22 format. Wines for this flight will be arranged in the order on the card. Weekend Food Menu Available Friday-Monday = Vegetarian = Gluten Free = Vegan Burgers (served on a Kaiser roll w/chips & pickle) Tomato Bisque Cheese and Charcuterie *Can be served on a lettuce wrap Cheese Plate Beyond Burger See current selections available outside of $11 A 4 ounce Beyond Burger served on a Kaiser Roll topped $12 the kitchen.
    [Show full text]
  • Beer VS Wine Dinner August 28Th 7Pm $110 Per
    By the Glass White Red Giocato Pinot Grigio 2017 Slovenia $8 Altos de la Hoya Monastrell 2016 Spain $9 Von Der Leyen Riesling 2017 Germany $8 Gauchezco Res. Malbec 2016 Mendoza $10 Belezos Rioja Blanco 2014 Rioja, Spain $9 Tasmorcan Barbera d’Asti 2016 Italy $11 Breaux Seyval Blanc 2016 Loudoun, VA $9 Fabiolli Meritage 2016 Loudoun, VA $12 Tormaresca Chardonnay 2017 Italy $9 Fairfax Pinot Noir 2018 California $12 Kennedy Point Sauvignon Blanc 2018 NZ $11 Treana Cabernet 2017 Paso Robles $12 Wind Racer Chardonnay 2015 RRV, CA $15 Antiquum Juel Pinot Noir 2017 Willamette $20 Mt Veeder Cabernet 2016 Napa Vly $20 Rosé Quilceda Creek CVR 2013 Columbia Vly $25 Château De L’Escarelle 2018 Provence $9 Isole e Olena Cepparello 1999 Tuscany $25 Campus Oaks White Zin 2016 CA $7 Dessert/ Fortified Château du Cedre Sweet Malbec 2015 $8 Sparkling El Maestro 15 Year Oloroso Sherry $8 (Dry) Marfil Cava Brut N/V Spain $8 César Florida Moscatel Dorado Sherry $9 Soligo Prosecco Extra Dry N/V Italy $10 Taylor Fladgate Ruby Port $9 Cevas Messias 10 Year Tawny Port $10 Avantis Muscat Greece $10 Francois Voyer Pineau Des Charentes $11 Ramos Pinto LBV 2013 Port $12 South American Wine Dinner Blandy’s 5 Year Malmsey Madeira $12 September 18th 7pm Broadbent Colheita 1996 Madeira $15 $110 Per Person All Inclusive Beer VS Wine Dinner th Tuscarora Mill is incredibly excited as we are teaming August 28 7pm with wine importer/distributor Kysela Pere et Fils to $110 Per Person All Inclusive bring you the South American dining experience.
    [Show full text]
  • Oz Clarke Dazzles Virginia Wine Summit Crowd Trevor Baratko
    Oz Clarke dazzles Virginia Wine Summit crowd By Trevor Baratko Loudoun Times Posted: November 6, 2013 Oz Clarke, left, one of the most prominent wine writers in the world, joined Gov. Bob McDonnell, first lady Maureen McDonnell and Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Todd Haymore, right, at the Virginia Wine Summit in Richmond Oct. 28. Photo Courtesy/Jay Paul and The Virginia Wine Board Marketing Office Virginians often hear Gov. Bob McDonnell and first lady Maureen speaking about the allures of the commonwealth's wine industry, and the fine folks at the state's wine marketing office tout award after award bestowed on Old Dominion vin. Here in Loudoun, we've familiarized ourselves with the “D.C. Wine Country” designation, celebrated it, and we're eager to see what the newly-arrived Epicurience food and wine festival will bring in the future. Yet hearing Oz Clarke, one of the most revered wine writers in the world, gush over Virginia's aromatic viogniers, pepper-smoke cabernet francs and expressive, eclectic blends brings about a new plane of prestige; it's extra rousing coming from a man who became the youngest British Wine Taster of the Year in 1973 and won the last World Wine Tasting Championship in 1985. To Clarke's words, the wine world listens. “You mustn’t try to be California. You can't win that battle,” Clarke told a wine-centric crowd in Richmond for the 2nd Annual Virginia Wine Summit on Oct. 28. “You mustn’t try to be French. You can't win that battle.
    [Show full text]