October is Virginia’s Wine Month

(VIRGINIA) – Virginia wants to uncork some wine, and they are hoping you are interested in coming by to celebrate. With more than 100 wineries now in the state, Virginia is officially recognizing the positive impact the wine business has on its economy and tourism.

For the month of October wineries across the state are holding festivals and events to celebrate Wine Month. It is no coincidence, of course, that the timing coincides with nature’s spectacular fall foliage show which is also an immensely popular time to visit.

Wine Month Highlights (2006):

AmRien Winery’s Oktoberfest – October 7, 2006
Virginia Wine & Garlic Festival, Rebec Vineyard – October 14-15, 2006
Shenandoah Valley Hot Air Balloon & Wine Festival – October 20-22, 2006
Powhatan’s Festival of the Grape – October 28, 2006

This year you can enter to win a trip to Wine Camp weekend at Lansdowne Resort. One winner will receive a weekend for two at the resort, a wine pairing seminar, and directions for a driving tour of nearby wineries with a picnic lunch basket already packed. To register for the contest, visit www.VirginiaStompinggrounds.org

“Visiting a Virginia winery is not just about the wine, it’s about the experience,” said Ann Heidig, president of the Virginia Wine Association. “You don’t need to be an expert in wine to come out and enjoy yourself while tasting Virginia wine in beautiful settings across the state.”

Read our Wine Tasting Tips in Virginia
Read about Virginia’s five wine regions

Get information on Virginia’s wineries on the WineCountry.com wine listings