Veritas, The Farmhouse, and a Flying Fox

We reflect on summer’s passing with a feature on another experience from our Charlottesville vacation in July. Our trip included a tasting at Veritas, a Virginia Wine Time favorite; however, winemaker Emily Pelton and Elliot Watkins have also taken on the winemaking duties at Flying Fox. Of course, we had to sample the releases there. The Farmhouse? Read on to find out more.

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Tasters who visit Veritas are offered a choice of the regular wine tasting or the reserve tasting. Guess which one we selected? The Sauvignon Blanc 2018 was presented for tasting on both menus, and we appreciated its citrus notes and zesty finish; however, the Harlequin 2017 was the reserve list standout. Chardonnay lovers who appreciate an oaky style will be wowed with this one. Its ripe pear note and creamy palate seemed destined to partner well with any dish that includes a cream sauce atop poultry, pork or fish. I already looked forward to autumn and heartier dishes, and the Vintner’s Reserve 2016 captured my palate. This blend of Petit Verdot, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc featured flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, and dark plum with smoky notes and a kiss of mocha. Braised meats, roasted veggies, game meats—-the pairing options seemed endless.

Alprazolam Purchase Online The team behind Flying Fox Vineyard consists of Emily Pelton, Elliot and Chloe Watkins and George and Traylyn Hodson. Emily and Elliot serve as the winemakers. The tasting facility appeared unremarkable from the street—until we walked through the door. The decor recalled a 1920s parlor to suggest that we had entered a speakeasy. Small touches such as a period Smith-Corona manual typewriter completed the impression, and we expected flappers to suddenly appear while dancing the Charleston! However, we were also impressed with the wines especially the Rose 2018 and the more complex Trio 2015, a blend driven by Cabernet Franc. Elements of blackberry, tobacco and pepper converged to create a more complex yet accessible blend.

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https://sugandhmalhotra.com/2024/08/07/w97ezx19o Need a place to stay while visiting the Charlottesville area? The Farmhouse might be the perfect place. This bed and breakfast is located on the Veritas property. It consists of 8 luxury rooms with many options for wining and dining. For more information, check out their website.

https://transculturalexchange.org/e9twe8f09w5 We say farewell to summer as we welcome autumn and its crisp air and lovely colors. Plan a fall visit to Veritas Vineyards and Winery; you can even book a place to stay there at The Farmhouse. Include a tasting to Flying Fox to complete the experience. Be sure to mention that Virginia Wine Time sent you!

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3 For 3

https://www.psicologialaboral.net/2024/08/07/755af3w0945 Time flies when you are having a blast with your best friend who also happens to be your spouse. That is the only way that I can describe the past three years with my best friend and husband, Paul. Well, to be completely honest, it has been 13 years since we have been friends and partners; however, three years ago we decided to marry on the exact date of our first date. That occurred on February 20, 2005 when a reluctant Paul agreed to a date with me to view art exhibits at the National Gallery of Art. Later that evening, we had charcuterie and cheeses with a bottle of red wine—-a Merlot from Gray Ghost Vineyards to be exact. This year is our third wedding anniversary and we thought it appropriate to celebrate with a Virginia red wine aptly named 3.

3 was a joint venture of three highly regarded Virginia wineries that included King Family Vineyards, Veritas Vineyards, and Grace Estate. The 2010 vintage was our last bottle of this joint effort. Virginia wine aficionados may remember that the 2010 growing season resembled Napa more so than Virginia. The summer was hot and dry, and drought was the word being bandied about by weathermen at the time. Virginia red wines from this vintage tend to be fuller bodied but higher in alcohol; in fact, we have opened very few Virginia red wines from the 2010 vintage. However, 3 struck us as appropriate for the occasion, and we were not disappointed with our decision to open it. I plopped an aerating device atop the bottle and then poured it into the decanter about an hour before dinner; we gave 3 a lot of time to breathe. Dinner included filet mignon served beside potatoes au gratin and roasted asparagus.

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So what were our impressions? We poured 3 from the decanter into Bordeaux glasses (ok—-we were trying to be pretentious), and I noted aromas of blackberry, menthol and cedar. Generous blackberry jam greeted the palate with a bit of blueberry noted at mid-palate. A nice, lengthy finish complemented our meal. Our only regret was that this was the last bottle of 3 in our collection. Note to readers who still have 3 on the wine rack—-this is still aging well, so hang on to it for a bit longer if you wish.

We enjoyed celebrating three years of marriage with 3. It gave us the chance to visit memory lane to recall our time together. Virginia wines have always been a special part of our lives together. We hope that readers can recall similar special moments. Visit these three excellent wineries, and mention that Virginia Wine Time sent you.

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