HOLIDAY WINE PAIRINGS
Pairings to last the whole season
Get ready for holiday hosting with these fantastic Virginia wine pairings which will bring you from cocktail hour through dessert!
White & Rosé
Albariño
Appetizer pairings: Charcuterie, Manchego Cheese, Olives and Tapenade
Main dish pairings: Seafood, especially all things Virginia oysters
Chardonnay
Delightful with softer cheeses, such as Camembert.
A wonderful partner to Poultry and Seafood entrees.
Destana
Make this a staple on your bar -- it's the perfect "group pour" white wine; everyone loves it!
Main dish pairings: Roast Pork or Poultry
Mountain Glen White / Petit Manseng
The perfect, bubbly way to toast any event!
Appetizer pairings: Salty cheeses, prosciutto
Main dish pairings: Mild, sweet flaky fish (snapper, flounder, grouper), Thai food, Curries
Rosé
This 2024 Rosé pairs well with almost everything holiday:
• All cheeses, charcuterie, tapenades, and crudites
• Crab cakes, poultry, and Virginia oysters (any way you like them!)
• Vegetarian dishes, such as brussels sprouts or salad with a light vinaigrette
Sauvignon Blanc
Appetizer pairing: Tangy goat cheese
Main dish pairing: Crab cakes, Poultry, Virginia oysters -- on the half shell, fried, baked, or stew
Sides pairing: Vegetarian dishes (think brussels sprouts or salads with a light vinaigrette)
Trillium
A lovely accompaniment to your dessert course OR can be part of the recipe. Soak your sponge cake or fruit in Trillium for an elegant, but simple, Virginia delicacy.
Viognier
Appetizer pairings: Anything with a bit of spice – dips, nuts, or any app with a “kick.”
Main dish pairings: Asian, Indian, Thai, and Italian dishes all love Viognier!
Sparkling
An elegant way to toast any event or 2026!
Blanc de Blanc
Perfect for elegant Apple Cider Mimosas or Cranberry Mimosas!
Perfect for holiday happy hour as well -- something light and refreshing before diving into rich holiday fare.
Fête Sparkling Viognier
The perfect, bubbly way to toast any event!
A wonderful accompaniment to desserts, especially apple and pumpkin pie.
Joie Sparkling Rosé
Perfect accompaniment to Fall and Winter "comfort food" brunch menus
Main dish pairings: An elegant accompaniment to your holiday Turkey or Ham
Red
Cabernet Franc
Main dish pairings: Roast Pork, Beef
Dessert pairings: Wonderful with chocolate-based desserts
Merlot
Goes nicely with charcuterie, hearty cheeses, and dips.
Super yummy with chocolate-based desserts.
Meritage / Petit Verdot / Tannat
Main dish pairings: All cuts of beef: Standing Rib Roast, Prime Rib, Beef Tenderloin
Dessert pairings: Pair with rich desserts -- pecan pie, chocolate, pumpkin
Torn Curtain
Make this a staple on your bar -- it's the perfect "group pour" red wine; everyone loves it!
Thanks-GIFTING Specials
Gift your host … Gift a friend … Gift yourself!
With a delicious bottle (or two) of Valley Road wine!
And with our Thanks-GIFTING special, you can treat everyone to a gift you know will be appreciated.
Great prices when you buy at least THREE bottles (feel free to mix and match!):
Fête Sparkling Viognier -- $29.00 (regularly $39.95)
2023 Viognier -- $25.00 (regularly $30.95)
2022 Chardonnay -- $15.00 (regularly $27.95)
2024 Rosé -- $15.00 (regularly $27.95)
2023 Merlot -- $15.00 (regularly $31.95)
2020 Meritage -- $15.00 (regularly $39.95)
Thanks-GIFTING Terms and Conditions:
Bottle prices valid with minimum 3 bottle purchase.
Bottle prices for Wine Club members are lower and no additional Wine Club discount applies.
May ‘Mix and Match’ bottles.
Maximum five case purchase.
While supplies last.
