Barboursville Vineyards
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Barboursville Vineyards
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Located just northeast of Charlottesville, Barboursville Vineyards is the most honored winery in Virginia. Founded in 1976 by Gianni Zonin, the winery's Italian roots still resonate as grapes like Nebbiolo, Barbera, and Pinot Grigio are grown alongside Cabernet Franc, Viognier, and Merlot. Look for Octagon, a magnificent Bordeaux blend that pays homage to Virginia's first oenophile, Thomas Jefferson.
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Barboursville Vineyards
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Located just northeast of Charlottesville, Barboursville Vineyards is the most honored winery in Virginia. Founded in 1976 by Gianni Zonin, the winery's Italian roots still resonate as grapes like Nebbiolo, Barbera, and Pinot Grigio are grown alongside Cabernet Franc, Viognier, and Merlot. Look for Octagon, a magnificent Bordeaux blend that pays homage to Virginia's first oenophile, Thomas Jefferson.
Author:
tesauro
Tags:
Barboursville, Virginia, wine, Nebbiolo, Octagon, Jefferson,
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