Courtesy of the Virginia Wine Marketing Board
Drink local and give local with Virginia wines that showcase the state's flourishing industry and support local producers.
Whether you need to send a gift, plan a party, or ring in the New Year, the holiday season offers a great opportunity to include Virginia wine in your celebrations.
With a Virginia wine, you’ll be showcasing the state’s flourishing wine industry while also supporting local producers—your fellow Virginians who grow the grapes, tend the vines, and make the wine.
Share the Gift of Virginia Wine
You can find world-class wines at more than 350 wineries across the Commonwealth. And there’s a style to fit every taste—red, white, rosé, or sparkling. You can pick up bottles directly from a winery, or you can have them shipped.
If you want to purchase bottles in person—and enjoy a tasting while you’re there—many wineries are easily accessible from the Alexandria area. The Northern Virginia wine region ranges from Mount Vernon to Skyline Drive to Harper’s Ferry, and it’s home to roughly 100 wineries.
You can find a complete list of Virginia wineries at the Virginia Wine website, where you can filter by location and by the kind of wine you’re looking for—whether you need a gift or something to pair with a special meal.
In addition, you can find a wide selection of Virginia wines at Virginia ABC.
Take Home a Special Bottle
For a unique bottle, choose the latest edition of a limited-release wine collaboration between First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin and an award-winning Virginia winemaker.
Known as Cornus Virginicus, the wine honors Virginia agriculture and winemaking—and supports agriculture charitable organizations. Its name is Latin for “flowering tree of Virginia” and pays tribute to the Commonwealth’s official state flower and tree, the dogwood.
Cornus Virginicus IV is now available for purchase online directly from King Family Vineyards of Crozet, which created the Bordeaux-style red blend, or through Virginia ABC.
Two previous editions of the wine are also available. Cornus Virginicus III was produced by Mountain & Vine Vineyards and Winery of Faber and can be purchased from the winery or through Virginia ABC. Cornus Virginicus II was created by Cana Vineyards & Winery of Middleburg and is available through Virginia ABC.
Savor an Award-Winning Experience
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Give an exceptional experience with tickets to the Governor's Cup Gala on March 12 in Richmond.
Give an unparalleled experience with tickets for the biggest annual event in Virginia wine—the Virginia Governor's Cup Gala. One of the most stringent competitions in the United States, the 2026 gala will be held March 12 in Richmond at the Main Street Station.
In 2025, world-class judges sampled more than 620 Virginia wines, ciders, and meads. Of those, 87 wineries received Gold Medals, with the highest 12 ranking wines comprising the Governor's Cup Case—and one bottle took home the coveted Governor's Cup.
The 2026 winners will be announced at the annual gala, and the public is invited to join the festivities. You’ll be able to taste the Gold Medal winning wines and enjoy food from renowned local chefs.
Find all the details about purchasing Governor’s Cup tickets here.
Experience Virginia Wine Country
Winery Events: Virginia wineries offer experiences year-round—including throughout the winter months—from seasonal tastings to live music to educational workshops. Treat someone to a memorable outing or plan a trip together. Explore winery events here.
Wine Clubs: Many Virginia wineries also have wine clubs with special pricing and events, so a membership can make a thoughtful gift that keeps giving throughout the year. Check the website of your favorite winery for details.
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Sign up for the 2026 Gold Medal Wine Trail, a mobile pass that will lead to award-winning wineries.
Gold Medal Wine Trail: Explore Virginia wine country with experience passes. These free mobile passes offer unique tasting adventures throughout the state. You can pre-sign up for yourself and your family for the 2026 Gold Medal Wine Trail, which will lead you to all the award-winning wineries.
Toast the New Year with Virginia Bubbles
When you’re ready to pop open a bottle of bubbly to ring in the New Year, consider the sparkling wines produced by Virginia wineries, which are increasing in both number and quality.
There are sparkling wines being produced across the Commonwealth from a variety of grapes and in a range of styles from sweet to dry. You can find everything from traditional Champagne-style wines to refreshingly natural Pét-Nat wines.
More than 50 Virginia wineries produce sparkling wines, and you can find a list of them here.
