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Slow Food Vast Wine

Save the date: SLOW FOOD VAST WINE: A passport to fine food and wonderful wine! Saturday, April 24th, 6:00 -9:30 p.m., at The Winery at La Grange, Haymarket, VA. “Travel” to Virginia, California, France and Mediterranean-themed rooms sampling exceptional wines paired with local, sustainable, artisanal food.

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#7- Vineyard Update, April 2010

Spring is upon us, and things are moving right along in the vineyard. With unseasonably warm weather and wet soils from heavy precipitation this winter, the vineyard has responded with an early bud break. What does this mean?

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April 2010

2009 Viognier

  • Taut acidity and clean aromas of apricot and spice characterize this refreshing white wine. 44% barrel fermented and aged in neutral French oak barrels. The balance was fermented in stainless steel and blended to highlight bright, clean fruit and subtle texture and spice. No residual sugar. 100% Viognier.

2008 Cabernet Franc

  • Gorgeous dark color and pure Cab Franc character. Subtle toasty spice on the nose. Reminiscent of the best of French Loire Valley Cabernet Franc. A streak of minerality runs through the palate. 14 months age in mostly Eastern European oak barrels. Malolactic fermentation complete. 100% Cabernet Franc.

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