03/10/2026
🍷 The 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup Gala is this Thursday!
Back in January, judges tasted over 670 Virginia wines, ciders, and meads, awarding 224 Gold Medals to 113 wineries and cideries — including 36 from the Monticello AVA. The Gold Medal winners were just announced, and the gala in Richmond will showcase them — from these, 12 will be selected for the prestigious Governor’s Cup Case, including the wine ultimately named the 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup winner. 🥂
From standout Cabernet Franc and Petit Manseng to sparkling wines, Meritage blends, and exceptional ciders, the Monticello region continues to demonstrate why it’s one of Virginia’s most celebrated wine destinations.
A huge congratulations to all wineries — your dedication to Virginia-grown grapes and thoughtful winemaking continues to raise the bar!
Good luck to our local wineries at the gala!🍇
We’re thrilled to bring guests to many of these Gold Medal wineries on our wine tours so you can taste, explore, and experience why this region keeps earning national attention.
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