Stan Joynes will be introducing our new release of the 2023 Albariño on Facebook Live.

The first vintage from our Grayson Vineyard has a pale yellow appearance to the eye, and offers light aromas of pear and melon to the nose. There is bright acidity and a crispness on the palate, along with a gentle touch of natural fruity sweetness and followed by a pleasing finish. Estate grown; Grayson Vineyard. Monticello AVA. 197 cases.

Visit our Facebook page to tune in: https://www.facebook.com/valleyroadwines/

Savor a vertical tasting of one of Valley Road Vineyard's finest red wines – Meritage.

CEO Stan Joynes and Vineyard Consultant Grayson Poats will describe grape sourcing, vineyard conditions, and the inspiration for several vintages of VRV's beloved Meritage wines. Sommelier Alyson Muff will delve into the history of Bordeaux blends, and guide you through an educational and entertaining tasting. Each vintage will be paired with a delectable tasting from Executive Chef Walter Slawski of The Catering Outfit, Charlottesville, designed to complement the particular wine.

This is a rare opportunity to taste a number of VRV’s medal-winning Bordeaux blends, four of which have been placed in our Library and are available only during this special event:

• 2020 Meritage (unreleased)

• 2019 Meritage (Currently served in our tasting room, "SIP")

• 2017 Meritage – Library (2021 and 2022 Virginia Governor’s Cup Silver Medal winner)

• 2016 Meritage – Library (2021 Virginia Governor’s Cup Silver Medal winner)

• 2015 Meritage – Library (2018 and 2019 Virginia Governor's Cup Silver Medal winner)

• 2014 Meritage – Library (2018 and 2019 Virginia Governor's Cup Silver Medal winner)

Featured Pairings by The Catering Outfit

• Edwards Surryano ham, fig mustard, Mahon, house spiced pasta cracker

• House cured duck Prosciutto, Comte Vagne, sour cherry jam, polenta crisp

• House lamb rillette, cornichon, onion jam, papadom

• Rare peppered filet of beef tenderloin, truffled artichoke & fennel tapenade, shaved Pecorino, wood grilled Marie Bette baguette

• Shaved house Biltong, local mixed mushroom pate, Sweet Grass Dairy “Greenhill” Camembert style cheese, pretzel chip

• The Catering Outfit signature vegan chocolate “pot de cream”, Valley Road Meritage poached pear gelee, Point Reyes Bay Blue Cheese & pistachio “truffle”

Crozet Jam Band joins us for a Harvest Moon Party in the Barn from 7-9pm on Friday, November 17th.

Wine by the glass and bottle available for purchase, as well as local grab and go food - dips, crackers, and more!

Sal’s Pizza Crozet is available to pre-order by calling 540-456-6350.

Brian Franke is an independent award-winning singer/songwriter and cover artist residing in Virginia.  He is known for his versatility of being able to play a wide range of genres from laid back, chill and easy listening music from famed singer/songwriters like Paul Simon and Tom Petty to high energy songs from the 90s and today.  He got his start at popular Washington, DC area bars, wineries, and festivals as well as top music venues such as Jammin Java and The Hamilton where he has opened for nationally touring acts such as Griffin House, Carolina Story, and Phillip Phillips.

Rick has been a singer/songwriter and musician for nearly all his life, concentrating on voice, guitar, and fretless electric bass. He draws material for his songs from everyday life and a rich imagination, weaving stories into the music. He arrived in Charlottesville after college and quickly became involved in acoustic and rock and roll bands, with occasional forays into solo performances. More recently he has worked with his friends Jim and Dianne Vitt, as the Gillums Ridge Band, playing at Dr. Ho’s, Shenandoah Pizza, and the Greencroft Club. Rick is also a proud member of the Sweet Rebellion Gospel Choir and String band at Cove Presbyterian Church in Covesville, VA.

TD MacDonald plays Roots Rock Rhythm and Blues based material with guitar and vocal. Set list includes his own interpretations of early country and rock n roll classics and original written songs. 

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Live Music: 4:30-6:30

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Sue Harlow is an Americana-Folk Singer/Songwriter whose haunting vocals delve into the depths of what makes people real.  A thread of emotion runs through Sue's music and binds together life's moments.  Sue's songs cut down to the bone and take you on a journey of human heartache and heartbreak to hope and healing to joy and love.  It makes you feel something, a brief glimpse of what lies in all of us that carry us through what we call living, and this fragile thing we call life.

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Isabel’s velvet vocals and impactful performance deliver an inviting and seductive experience reminiscent of the warm vintage punch of the 60’s and 70’s. Her heartfelt songwriting speaks to timeless aspects of the human experience: stages of love, despair, and hope. Isabel mission as an artist is for listeners to be left feeling seen, heard, and emboldened; ready to confidently embrace their authentic selves.

Ron Gentry has entertained extensively in the mid-Atlantic region performing in ski lodges to beach bars and everywhere in between. Ron can access a massive repertoire of songs to fit the occasion and atmosphere. Catch one of Ron's performances in Vineyards or Breweries in Central VA. Stay up to date with his schedule of events on his Ron Gentry Music page on Facebook.

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Rick has been a singer/songwriter and musician for nearly all his life, concentrating on voice, guitar, and fretless electric bass. He draws material for his songs from everyday life and a rich imagination, weaving stories into the music. He arrived in Charlottesville after college and quickly became involved in acoustic and rock and roll bands, with occasional forays into solo performances. More recently he has worked with his friends Jim and Dianne Vitt, as the Gillums Ridge Band, playing at Dr. Ho’s, Shenandoah Pizza, and the Greencroft Club. Rick is also a proud member of the Sweet Rebellion Gospel Choir and String band at Cove Presbyterian Church in Covesville, VA.

Brian Franke is an independent award-winning singer/songwriter and cover artist residing in Virginia.  He is known for his versatility of being able to play a wide range of genres from laid back, chill and easy listening music from famed singer/songwriters like Paul Simon and Tom Petty to high energy songs from the 90s and today.  He got his start at popular Washington, DC area bars, wineries, and festivals as well as top music venues such as Jammin Java and The Hamilton where he has opened for nationally touring acts such as Griffin House, Carolina Story, and Phillip Phillips.

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

John Carter and Dave Livesay met at the University of Virginia back when they were still young and innocent. At the same time that Fuzz Busters, bell bottoms and 8 track tapes were cutting edge, they were cutting classes on their way to gentleman’s Cs. Due to a series of circumstances and life experiences beyond their control, they have evolved into the musical duo Old Age & Treachery. OA&T is a musical experience dedicated to providing an audience with a treacherously good time, courtesy of new, old, ageless and damn good songs. Dave and John use vocals, acoustic guitars, and harmonica to interpret their songs, with special attention given to rock, singer songwriters, country rock, British invasion, soul and R&B, and high-energy selections.

TD MacDonald plays Roots Rock Rhythm and Blues based material with guitar and vocal. Set list includes his own interpretations of early country and rock n roll classics and original written songs. 

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Sunday, August 20th 2-4pm

Gina Sobel is a natural improviser. Accomplished on multiple instruments (flute, sax, voice), she radiates energy and excitement in her live performances and is sought after as a soloist with national and international performers. She is an award-winning songwriter and composer; in her own music, Sobel brings together elements of funk, jazz and American folk music into a fresh and compelling sound.

Heidi Riddell is a singer-songwriter living in the Shenandoah Valley. Her voice is smooth and enchanting with influences of John Mayer, James Taylor and Carole King.

John Kelly is a Charlottesville-based singer songwriter with more than two decades of solo acoustic performing experience. He began his music career in his native Connecticut and played regularly there and in New York City before moving to Charlottesville, Virginia, Now a regular on the Central Virginia singer songwriter circuit, John has become known for his soulful voice and insightful original songs.

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Isabel’s velvet vocals and impactful performance deliver an inviting and seductive experience reminiscent of the warm vintage punch of the 60’s and 70’s. Her heartfelt songwriting speaks to timeless aspects of the human experience: stages of love, despair, and hope. Isabel mission as an artist is for listeners to be left feeling seen, heard, and emboldened; ready to confidently embrace their authentic selves.

Sue Harlow is an Americana-Folk Singer/Songwriter whose haunting vocals delve into the depths of what makes people real.  A thread of emotion runs through Sue's music and binds together life's moments.  Sue's songs cut down to the bone and take you on a journey of human heartache and heartbreak to hope and healing to joy and love.  It makes you feel something, a brief glimpse of what lies in all of us that carry us through what we call living, and this fragile thing we call life.

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Brian Franke is an independent award-winning singer/songwriter and cover artist residing in Virginia.  He is known for his versatility of being able to play a wide range of genres from laid back, chill and easy listening music from famed singer/songwriters like Paul Simon and Tom Petty to high energy songs from the 90s and today.  He got his start at popular Washington, DC area bars, wineries, and festivals as well as top music venues such as Jammin Java and The Hamilton where he has opened for nationally touring acts such as Griffin House, Carolina Story, and Phillip Phillips.

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Live Music: 4:30-6:15

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Rick has been a singer/songwriter and musician for nearly all his life, concentrating on voice, guitar, and fretless electric bass. He draws material for his songs from everyday life and a rich imagination, weaving stories into the music. He arrived in Charlottesville after college and quickly became involved in acoustic and rock and roll bands, with occasional forays into solo performances. More recently he has worked with his friends Jim and Dianne Vitt, as the Gillums Ridge Band, playing at Dr. Ho’s, Shenandoah Pizza, and the Greencroft Club. Rick is also a proud member of the Sweet Rebellion Gospel Choir and String band at Cove Presbyterian Church in Covesville, VA.

TD MacDonald plays Roots Rock Rhythm and Blues based material with guitar and vocal. Set list includes his own interpretations of early country and rock n roll classics and original written songs. 

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

Traveling up to Wintergreen for the weekend? Or just want to start your weekend with a rousing set of Bach performed by acclaimed Wintergreen Music Festival artists?

Stop in at Valley Road Vineyards for a quick (free) “Bachtail hour” concert and grab a glass of award-winning sparkling or still wine. Valley Road Vineyards is proud to partner with Wintergreen Music to bring quality music experiences to Nelson 151.

Happy Hour: 3:30-5:00

Bachtail Performance: 5:00-5:30

Last Call: 6:30

Close: 7:00

6:00 pm: Cocktail (half) Hour // 6:30 pm: Concert

Featured Festival Artists: Erin Freeman, soprano; Johanna Beaver, viola; Melissa Barett, violin; Ellen Riccio, violin; Celia Daggy, viola; Sara Sitzer, cello; Julee Hickcox, flute; Bill Parrish, oboe; Joe Beverly, clarinet; Marty Gordon, bassoon; Jacob Wilder, horn

Concert Program:
Bob Dylan, arr. Melissa Dunphy: Farewell, Angelina
Rhiannon Giddens, arr. Jacob Garchik: At the Purchaser’s Option with variations
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet, Op. 76, No. 3, Movement 2
Irving Fine: Partita for wind quintet
Valerie Coleman: Go Tell It on the Mountain for wind quintet

Location for this concert: Valley Road Vineyards

Adult Single Ticket*: $39 (processing fees included)
Child Ticket: $6 (11 and under)
Student/College Ticket: $11
* Professional First Responder / Active Military / Professional Educator Discount: 15% off
Packages & Festival Season Passes available!

Purchase tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=166708

Isabel’s velvet vocals and impactful performance deliver an inviting and seductive experience reminiscent of the warm vintage punch of the 60’s and 70’s. Her heartfelt songwriting speaks to timeless aspects of the human experience: stages of love, despair, and hope. Isabel mission as an artist is for listeners to be left feeling seen, heard, and emboldened; ready to confidently embrace their authentic selves.