• January 1 -- New Year's Day Brunch
  Celebration: Come celebrate the New Year with an elegantly prepared Champagne Brunch prepared by Chef Genevieve.The menu includes 4 elegantly prepared dishes, paired with 4 generous samplings of our award winning wines, accompanied by Champagne. Reservations required. DelFosse Winery, 500 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber
  Fee: $40 per personTime: 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (434) 263.6100

• January 6 -- Epiphany Tree Burning
  Celebration: Discover this 'Old World' tradition as area residents and visitors gather on the Buchanan Town Park on Lowe Street to enjoy carols and light refreshments on Twelfth Night culminating in a bon fire made from the Town's Holiday tree and dozens of family Christmas trees. Downtown Buchanan, 19753 Main Street, Buchanan
  Fee: FreeTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 254.1212

• January 10 -- Wine Tasting 101
  Wine Education: Learn the art of wine tasting basics. Class includes wine tasting. Limited space available. Advance reservations required. Limit 20 guests per session. Veramar Vineyard, 905 Quarry Road, Berryville
  Fee: $15 per personTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 955.5510

• January 10 -- Breaux Vineyards Cabernet Vertical Tasting
  Wine Education: Guests will enjoy 6 vintages of Breaux Cabernet starting with a barrel sample and ending with a reserve vintage. An introductory wine will start the day followed by a 90-minute educational, fun and interactive lecture with our winemaker, Dave Collins. A 3-course gourmet chefs pairing will accompany the wines and the day will end with a surprise course (chocolate & Cabernet anyone?) Please call to reserve; space is limited to 30 guests per session. Whether you're a novice to wine or a seasoned expert, you will have a memorable and enjoyable culinary experience. Casual dress. 36888 Breaux Vineyards Lane, Purcellville
  Fee: $50 plus taxTime: Sessions begin at 12 p.m., 2:15 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 668.6299

• January 14 -- Wine Dinner at Chima Brazilian Steak House
  Dining: Enjoy a fantastic experience in Brazilian preparations of meats, all prepared with DelFosse Reserve wines, at this high-end steak house in the heart of Tyson's Corner. 8010 Towers Crescent Drive, Tyson's Corner
  Fee: Call for informationTime: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (202) 595.7755

• January 17 -- Gadino Cellars Vertical Tasting
  Wine Education: Taste the difference a year makes. Library Merlots and Cab Francs from 2004, 2005 and 2006 vintages paired with Tapas style dishes. Vintage details and wine facts from the winemaker, Bill Gadino. 92 Schoolhouse Road, Washington
  Fee: $55Time: 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 987.9292

• January 17 -- Master Class in Wine Blending - Chardonnay
  Wine Education: Enjoy a seminar session with winemaker Andy Reagan, giving insight into the art and science of blending distinct lots of Chardonnay from our estate vineyards and those of our growers into your own reserve cuvee. Jefferson Vineyards, 1353 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville
  Fee: $50Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 272.3042

• January 17 -- Wine & Cheese Pairing
  Wine & Food Education: Guided presentation of cheeses of the world paired with Wintergreen's wines. Fee includes generous tastings and wine glass. Limited space for this popular after hours event. Reservations necessary. Wintergreen Winery, 462 Winery Lane, Nellysford
  Fee: $15Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (434) 361.2519

• January 17 -- Wine & Fondue Tasting
  Wine & Food Education: Tasting includes wine tasting and cheese fondue. Advance reservations required, attendance is limited. Veramar Vineyard, 905 Quarry Road, Berryville
  Fee: $10 per personTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 955.5510

• January 23 - 25 -- The International Food & Wine Experience
  Wine & Food Education: Charlottesville will host an action-packed weekend of wine-related events showcasing both Virginian & International wines. Seminars to include Champagne breakfasts, "Sideways" with Pinot tastings, food/wine pairings, Grand Tasting, Blind Tasting, & Gala Dinner. Package and single event tickets available. Call for information. Charlottesville, VA
  Fee: $595 - $759 or individual event ticketsTime: Day and evening events food & tastings Phone Number: (434) 296.0001 Tim O'Brien

• January 24 -- Ghost Watch at Historic Centre Hill Mansion
  Historic: Since the late nineteenth century, when the ghosts of Civil War soldiers were first heard in the mansion, January 24th has been the night of 'ghostly activity' at historic Centre Hill Mansion. Tours of the house focus on Centre Hill's numerous ghost stories. Tours begin every 15 minutes and tickets are available at the Petersburg Visitors Center in Old Towne. Centre Hill Mansion, 1 Centre Hill Court, Petersburg, VA
  Fee: $5 AdultsTime: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (804) 733.2400

• January 24 -- Wine Vertical Verdict
  Wine Education: A vertical red wine tasting lets you see how a vintage has changed over time at Veramar. The idea of a vertical tasting is to identify traits that exist in the same wine year after year. Limit 8 tasters per session in a private room. Veramar Vineyard, 905 Quarry Road, Berryville
  Fee: $20 per personTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 955.5510

• January 31 - February 1 -- Winter Wine Trail
  Wine Education: Tour Central Virginia's Premier Wineries: Cooper, Grayhaven, James River and Lake Anna! Buy a passport ticket for only $10 and you will get a souvenir wine glass, tasting at each winery, visit with craft vendors, check out promotions and possibly squeeze in a Barrel Tasting or two. Please Note that Heart of Virginia Wine Trails can be completed any weekend during normal hours of operation.
  Fee: $10Time: Varies Phone Number: (804) 550.7516

Ongoing Events

• Year-Round -- Picnic Specials at Gray Ghost
  Recreation: Gray Ghost offers picnic specials year-round! A block of cheese and basket of crackers for $5 (serves 2-3 people). Enjoy a bottle or glass of wine and relax in the gazebo and garden or the gorgeous Mosby Lounge. We look forward to your next visit! Gray Ghost Vineyard, 14706 Lee Highway, Amissville
  Fee: VariesTime: Fri-Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 937.4869

• Wine Getaway Two Night Package -- Wine Dinner Getaway
  Reception: Two evenings of choice at the Inn at Monticello , gourmet breakfasts and afternoon wine and refreshments. Bottle of wine and two glasses. Dinner at upscale local restaurant, includes any menu item tax and tip, map and guide to area wineries, 1188 Scottsville Road, Charlottesville
  Fee: $556 - $589Time: Choose any two evenings at the Inn Phone Number: (877) RELAX VA

• Wine Tours held Daily -- Arcady Vineyard Wine Tasting Tours
  Wine Education: Join Arcady Vineyard, LLC for a custom wine tour of the Charlottesville Wine Country for one all-inclusive price! Arcady picks you up at 1pm, escorting you to four wineries, serving an appetizer platter midway. Rates include: owner/guide, pickup, bottled water and sodas, transportation, tasting fees, cheese platter.
  Fee: $100 Mon-Thu; $115 Fri - SunTime: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (434) 872.9475

• Saturdays, November 3 - April 26 -- Leesburg Winter Farmers Market
  Market: By buying your fruits, vegetables, meats and eggs at the Farmers Markets you are supporting local agriculture, as all the vendors are local to this area. That means you are also getting the very freshest produce possible as many crops are picked and brought to market within 24 hours. Virginia Village Shopping Center, Leesburg.
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 777.0426

• November 22 - March 28 -- Loudoun Valley Vineyards Soup Saturdays
  Celebration: Soups on! Nothing is better on a cold day than a warm cup of soup and a glass of wine! Join us on Saturdays thru March 28th at the Vineyard. Enjoy a glass of wine and a cup of soup for $12.00. We'll have the fireplace on to warm your toes, while our savory soups and wines warm your bellies.
  Fee: $12.00 for a bowl of soup & glass of wineTime: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 882.3375

• January 25 - April 26 -- Tarara Winery 'Wich Wine Pairings
  Wine & Food Education: Dressed in anything from a wheat pita to Wonderbread, the sandwich matched with the refined but approachable upper crust of Virginia vino! Discover the greatest pairing since sliced bread when you sandwich yourself between seasonal twists on this classic preparation and a glass of Tarara wine! Tarara Winery, Leesburg, VA
  Fee: $16 - includes sandwich & glass of wine Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 771.7100

• Wednesdays -- Dinner & Dancing with Jimmy O
  Celebration: Enjoy your favorite wine with our delicious cuisine and dance to your acoustic favorites as Jimmy O performs live at South River Restaurant & Wine Shop, 23 Windigrove Drive, Waynesboro
  Fee: No Cover Charge Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 942.5567

• Thursdays -- Terra Cotta Weekly Wine Tastings
  Wine Education: Each Thursday, we'll have a few bottles of wine open for you to taste. We'll also offer cheeses and even advice on pairing the wines with food items. Each week we will focus on a particular area of the world, or on a particular grape variety, or even on wines from a particular distributor. Terra Cotta, 3113 Valley Avenue, Winchester
  Fee: $5 Applied Toward Any PurchaseTime: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (703) 723.8800

• Every Thursday -- Peninsula Fine Arts Center - Arts Cafe
  Exhibition, Reception: The public is invited to the Peninsula Fine Arts Center for an evening of chardonnay, coffee and conversation in the Arts Cafe, 101 Museum Drive, Newport News
  Fee: PFAC Members Free/Non-members $3Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (757) 596.8175

• Thirsty Thursday at Veramar -- Thirsty Thursday at Veramar
  Wine Education: "Thirsty Thursday" at Veramar. Take a break from the work week on "Thirsty Thursday" with a relaxing drive out to the mountains and receive a 10% discount on all wine purchases. Sip a glass of Veramar wine while gazing at the mountains. Bring a picnic to Veramar's wine garden. 905 Quarry Road, Berryville, VA
  Fee: $5Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 955.5510

• Fridays & Saturdays -- Weekly Tastings at D'Vine Wines
  Wine Education: Sample different wines from around the world. 25 West Jubal Early Drive, Winchester
  Fee: FreeTime: Fri. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m./Sat. 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 662.WINE

• Fridays on the Patio -- James River Cellars
  Celebration, Live Music: Join us for our Fridays on the Patio events every 4th Friday of the month, select months every 2nd and 4th Friday! Our beautiful patio sets the scene for this monthly event featuring local musicians, light food, tour and wine tasting. Bring a picnic and some friends. Rain or Shine. No outside alcohol allowed. 11008 Washington Highway, Glen Allen
  Fee: $13.34 plus tax, per personTime: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (804) 550.7516

• Every Friday Night -- Fireside Friday Night Buffet
  Dining: Enjoy a light selection of food in the Ballroom, then join us fireside in the D'Vine Lounge or New Orlean's style courtyard. Potomac Point Winery, 275 Decatur Road, Stafford
  Fee: $12.99 per personTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 446.2266

• Wine Dinners -- Themed Wine Dinner - Monthly
  Wine Education, Dining: Join us for a special wine dinner on the fourth Thursday of every month as we pair food and wine from around the world. Reservations Required. South River Restaurant & Wine Shop, 23 Windigrove Drive, Waynesboro.
  Fee: VariesTime: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (540) 942.5567