Twice a year, the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail hosts an oyster crawl. The Spring Oyster Crawl takes places in April; the Fall Oyster Crawl happens this month, usually the first… Read More

The Northern Neck of Virginia is home to the Northern Neck George Washington Birthplace AVA, a grape-growing region distinguished by its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, such as… Read More

Though specifics may vary by winery, all wine clubs on the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail offer valuable benefits to members. Whether you’re an occasional wine drinker or an oenophile, here… Read More

“Can I go to a winery if I don’t drink wine?” Yes, you absolutely can–and should! Because wineries are not just for oenophiles. Wineries are destinations, attractions themselves–even for non-drinkers.… Read More

January symbolizes a new year, new beginnings, and a fresh start. To commemorate it, many people declare their new year’s resolutions, personal goals or promises to do things differently and… Read More

Whether you embrace winter’s chill or are already counting down the days to spring, wineries on the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail have the perfect wine and wine cocktails to warm… Read More

The deliciousness of wine in a glass can be echoed on your stove top. Cooking with wine boosts flavor, augments other ingredients’ flavors, enhances savoriness or sweetness, and bolsters depth… Read More

Virginia wine is unique! Virginia is the birthplace of American wine—the first colonists engaged in winemaking as early as 1609. Today, Virginia ranks sixth for the most wineries per state.… Read More

Harvest is a busy time on the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail and perhaps the most exciting time of the year for wineries. Wine grapes undergo a process the French call… Read More