COVID-19 Update
Hi everyone! I hope you’re staying safe and healthy. For my own sanity, the blog is going on a bit of a break while I’m quarantined at home. I’ll still be updating my instagram regularly,…
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A Brief History of Wine In America, Part 1: Failure
Sunshine State The year? 1562. The place? Florida. That’s right–Florida, the same place synonymous with bath salt face-eating and wife-swapping retirees, is the original HQ of American wine. Close to 20 years prior to Roanoke…
View PostCheers to Staying Safe and Supporting Local
So… COVID-19 is here and it’s serious. How should that impact your winery visits? Every time I’ve gotten to go backstage at a Virginia winery, I’ve found nothing but the best hygienic practices. Know that…
View PostCheers to the Weekend #17
We’ve made it! For me, this weekend is a time to use my nearly-expired Groupons. All are wine related because of course they are. Also on the agenda is FINALLY FINISHING MY KITCHEN. I’ve protested…
View PostFlying Fox Vineyard & Winery
The Afton area cluster of wineries might just be my favorite in the state of Virginia. There are so many choices for truly great wine and I have yet to find a winery in the area that’s a bummer. I’ll have a full travel guide to the area soon, (along with my New Zealand guides–they’re coming, I promise!) but in the meantime wanted to highlight a few of my favorite spots. First up is Flying Fox, where you can get a Bordeaux blended vermouth and feel super hip all at once.
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