October is Virginia Wine Month — and there’s no better time to discover what’s happening in our own backyard.

Virginia wine has come a long way, with winemakers across the Commonwealth producing exciting wines from an increasingly diverse range of grapes, styles and regions.

Join us at Wine Junction for a guided tasting and class with wine educator John Tato as we explore what makes Virginia wine distinctive. We’ll taste our way through a selection of wines while talking about the grapes that thrive here, the regions producing them, and how Virginia’s climate and growing conditions shape what ends up in your glass.

Whether you already have a favorite Virginia winery or haven’t explored much beyond the usual California and European bottles, come discover what’s growing close to home — and maybe find a new favorite or two along the way.