Shenandoah Valley (Virginia) Wine

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The "Original" Shenandoah Valley ava, located in Virginia (as opposed to the Shenandoah Valley in California) is located on the "other side of the mountain" from Virginia's most reknown central region entitled the "Monticello" AVA, so-called for the home of Thomas Jefferson which is located in the center of the region. The Shenandoah Valley of Virginia is the most rapidly growing wine-producing region in the state with new vineyards and wineries popping up as quick as one turns his/her head. Here is a list of the current wineries located along the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail: http://shenandoahvalleywinetrail.com/Wineries.htm I highly encourage a visit to the region as they are truly producing some of the best wines in ALL of Virginia, let alone on the Atlantic Coast. They're ample use of newer, hybrid varietals, such as Chambourcin and Seyval Blanc has also stirred excitement among travellers and tasters alike, and the climate is proving every bit as bountiful for Virginia's white staple varietal Read more »

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Varietals Produced in Shenandoah Valley (Virginia) View all

Syrah

The irony here is that Syrah’s origins could give Carmen Sandiego a run for her international wallet. Syrah’s deepest...
Zinfandel

Parentage of the grape: Crljenak to Austria to America. In the 1970s, claims surfaced that the Italian Primitivo is l...
Cabernet Sauvignon

“King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...
Sangiovese

Prounounced “San-joh-vay-say,” this Italian wine varietal is Tuscany’s #1 red wine grape. It’s the pistol of Central ...
Viognier

This special and exciting variety has taken California by storm and young plantings already demonstrate that this out...
Barbera

History of the grape: Barbera is a native to the Piedmont, where it has been growing for centuries, and is now the fo...

Popular Wineries in Shenandoah Valley (Virginia) View all

Karmère Vineyards & Winery

KARMÈRE VINEYARDS AND WINERY OF SHENANDOAH VALLEY is a result of five generations of farming and ...
Bray Vineyards

Bray Vineyards is located in the heart of California’s Shenandoah Valley appellation. The Shenan...
Bella Piazza Winery

Situated in a picturesque setting in Shenandoah Valley, Bella Piazza is surrounded by rolling vin...
Sobon Estate

Shenandoah Vineyards and Sobon Estate are family-owned wineries with a 32-year reputation for ...
Young's Vineyard

Young's is one of the first vineyards you come to after turning onto Shenandoah Road in Plymouth....
Villa Toscano Winery

Being European, Erika Wright has always held a special place in her heart for the beautiful Tusca...

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Shenandoah Valley (Virginia) on Snooth

June 2016

Yesterday we conducted another wine tasting party at our friends Sally & Bob's house in Chantilly, Virginia. I certainly like this method of running the event at another person's house so I don't have to deal with food preparation and things of this nature. Anyway, the theme for this blind tasting was Virginia wines, so everyone brought a wine... Read More

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October 2015

Château Morrisette Chardonnay Blend Sweet Mountain Laurel NV

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I just uncorked my first bottle by this winery and had a glass of this Sweet Mountain Laurel variety with my late lunch of crackers, brie, and fig preserves. This winery is not many miles from my home here in the hills of the Blue Ridge and what a delightful neighbor to have! I just love it (and that's saying a LOT). This reminds me of my favo... Read More

Wine review by Sarah Kate
February 2015

Rockbridge Pinot Noir 2010

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Not really diggin' this Virginia Pinot. Notes of cherry cough syrup, somewhat metallic on the back end with light to moderate acidity and (unfortunately) a medium to long finish. Read More

Wine review by vin0vin0
December 2013

Château Morrisette Red Blend Red Mountain Laurel NV

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No written review

Wine review by lynnjp
November 2013

Rockbridge Vineyard Red Bordeaux Blend Dechiel Reserve Meritage 2008

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Not much going on with this Virginia bordeaux blend. A little flat, maybe past its prime. Dominated by the cab franc mustiness with just a hint of the cab sauv lingering. Light to moderate tannins, dried cherry and prune with some green pepper on the back end. Read More

Wine review by vin0vin0
September 2013

North Mountain Vineyard & Winery Rosé Blend Mountain Sunset Apple Blush NV

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Wine review by mark
August 2013

Glen Manor Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2011

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Not as grassy as some Sauvignon Blancs, but still very characteristic. Strong citrus, especially grapefruit and maybe a little chalk on the finish. Read More

Wine review by worldsmith
February 2013

Château Morrisette Chardonnay Blend Sweet Mountain Laurel NV

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No written review

Wine review by amynraleigh
February 2013

Château Morrisette Red Blend Red Mountain Laurel NV

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Wine review by amynraleigh
May 2012

Château Morrisette Red Blend Red Mountain Laurel NV

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Sweet, but delicious!! My favorite. Read More

Wine review by alanb1108
Apr 9, 2010

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