Local Wine Events

Event ID #232733

Event Details

The Virginia Wine Academy at the historic Inn at Meander Plantation is a fun-filled, fact-filled opportunity to learn about and celebrate wine--especially the amazing wines of Virginia. Be in-the-know about this fast-growing sustainable, eco-agricultural industry that is defining Virginia as one of the Top 10 New Wine Destinations of the World.

This innovative, experimental learning vacation will appeal to novices who want to know more about wine, as well as connoisseurs looking for a fun wine-centered experience.

Virginia Wine industry experts will share their knowledge from grapes to glass, with emphasis on tasting, food pairings, winery tours and even hands-on work in a vineyard.

The Inn at Meander Plantation, named 2007 Restaurant of the Year, is a pioneer in promoting and serving Virginia wines. In fact, only Virginia wines are served at The Inn and Restaurant.

Each Academy includes...

3 Nights Lodging (Sunday, Monday and Tuesday) with

Full Breakfast Each Morning

2 Days of Classes

Work in a Private Vineyard

Extensive Tour of a Winery

Classes and All Class Materials

Opening Night Hors d'Oeuvres Reception

Wine Tastings

Wine-Paired Lunch on Monday

Gourmet Picnic at a Winery on Tuesday

Chef David Scales' Incredible Wine-Paired Dinners on Monday and Tuesday Nights

All Applicable Taxes and Gratuities

$1500 for two people; ($1075 for single).

Limited to 20 people per session.

Additional Days

- Additional 3rd day of touring wineries includes escorted tour, transportation, lunch, tasting fees and refreshments, $125 per person. Additional $150 for 4th night lodging.