Join us for our next Virginia Winemaker Dinner Series at Dover Hall—an exclusive evening featuring the exceptional wines of Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard, with special guest Winemaker Chelsey Blevins. Their 2023 Two Springs Red Blend captured one of the coveted 12 spots in the 2026 Virginia Governor's Cup Case, recognized as one of the finest wines in the Commonwealth.

Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard is a farm winery devoted to crafting the very essence of Virginia's land into a tangible art form. Sourcing from two estate vineyard sites—one on an ancient volcanic ridge near Lake Anna, the other at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the Monticello AVA.

Chelsey stepped into the winemaker role in 2019 after years of apprenticing at Fifty-Third and cutting her teeth at two of Virginia's most respected producers, Horton Vineyards and Barboursville. She brings both deep regional roots and a relentless curiosity to every wine in the lineup.

Paired with a five-course dinner by Executive Chef Leah Randolph, this intimate evening offers a refined exploration of craftsmanship, terroir, and Sense of Place.

Course I

Tomato Carpaccio

plum, olive oil, shallot, chive, caper

Fifty-Third • Barrel Aged Viognier • 2025

Course II

Sweet Corn Ravioli

creamed corn & ricotta, nduja butter, crispy pancetta

Fifty-Third • Quintessential Rosé • 2025

Course III

Seared Branzino

summer squash cream, pickled onion, spiced nut crumble

Fifty-third • Chardonnay • 2024

Course IV

Coffee & Cocoa Crusted Ribeye

roasted poblano cream, salsa macha, grilled zucchini

Fifty-Third • Two Springs • Red Blend • 2023

Course V

Triple Chocolate Cake

dark chocolate mousse, white chocolate mousse, espresso ganache

Fifty-Third • Merlot • 2021

We are happy to accommodate ONLY Vegetarian (VG) and Gluten-Free (GF) dietary requirements if noted at checkout. This is a communal, seated dinner with a fixed menu.

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DOVER HALL

The Dover Hall Experiences team took over the management of the Dover Hall estate in 2017. Our mission is to create unparalleled guest experiences through unforgettable events and an in-house, award-winning culinary and wine program. Our team has hosted thousands of social events, fundraisers, holiday parties, and beyond. Dover Hall was voted “Best in North America for Weddings, Parties, and Celebrations" in 2025 & 2026 by Condé Nast Johansens.

ATTIRE

Dress Doveresque... Jacket required

The ticket price includes dinner and wine pairings. Beer, wine, and liquor will be available at the bar for purchase with a credit card.

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For any questions, contact Rachel Kennedy, kennedy@doverhall.com