Join us for an elevated evening of wine, learning, and discovery at Pours to Explore, a new tasting series presented by the Loudoun Wineries & Winegrowers Association.

This intimate, walk-around experience is designed for guests who want to go beyond the glass - offering the opportunity to taste with intention while engaging directly with some of Loudoun County’s top producers. The evening will highlight two standout styles: aromatic Viognier and complex Bordeaux-style red blends, showcasing the depth and growing sophistication of the region.

A featured sommelier will open the event with insights into Loudoun’s terroir, grape varieties, and winemaking philosophies, and will be available throughout the evening to guide your experience and answer questions.

Enjoy a refined yet relaxed atmosphere with live music and an abundant grazing table of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and seasonal accompaniments. This is not a festival—it’s an educational wine experience curated for those who appreciate quality, storytelling, and connection.

Wines will be available for purchase.

Perfect for wine lovers looking to deepen their understanding of Loudoun County wines in an intimate and engaging setting.

Highlighted Wines: Viognier & Bordeaux Style Red Blends

Featured Wineries: 8 Chains North, Bozzo Family Vineyards, Breaux Vineyards, Carriage House Wineworks, Domaine Fortier, Endhardt Vineyards, Fabbioli Cellars, Greenhill Vineyard, Kalero Vineyard, Lost Creek Winery, Mt Defiance, Walsh Family Wine, Williams Gap Vineyard

Featured Sommelier: Neal Wavra
Neal Wavra is the proprietor, chef, and sommelier of Field & Main Restaurant in Marshall, Virginia, which he opened in 2016. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and a certified sommelier, Neal is widely recognized as a leading authority on Virginia wine. He serves as Director of the Loudoun County Wine Competition and is a judge for the Virginia Governor’s Cup.

His background includes key roles at Blackberry Farm in Tennessee and as innkeeper and sommelier at The Ashby Inn & Restaurant, where he developed a nationally recognized, Virginia-focused wine program. Through his firm, FABLE Hospitality, Neal also provides wine and hospitality consulting, continuing to champion Virginia’s dynamic and evolving wine industry.