Calling all wine lovers! The Virginia Governor’s Cup is happening Thursday, February 23, 2023, at Richmond’s Main Street Station, and you are encouraged to join! Tickets are now available for purchase. Click here to take advantage of this exclusive taste-testing opportunity of the best wines and ciders that all of Virginia offers.
This event keeps on giving. Not only will you have the opportunity to taste the stellar wines of Virginia, but you will be delighted to know that some local chefs will also be there to share their Haute cuisines. While sampling all of VA the V Foundation will be hosting a silent auction with all proceeds going toward cancer research.
One of the toughest and most strict competitions in the US, hosted by the Virginia Wineries Association, Virginia Vineyards Association, and the Virginia Wine Board; this Virginia Governor’s Cup isn’t taken lightly. Each wine will be scored on a 100-point scale by appearance, aroma, and flavor. The process starts in the preliminary round over a course of 10 days. Seven judges will have the opportunity to taste each wine knowing only the category of the wine or the grape used. The judges will drop the lowest score and average the total for the overall score. Then in the final round taking about 3 days, 12 judges will sample all the winners from the preliminary round. The 12 highest-ranked wines will be named the “Governor’s Cup Case.” The wine with the highest score will be deemed the Govern’s Cup winner.
What do the scores mean by numbers?
100-95 Classic: Among the best in the WHOLE WORLD
94-90 Outstanding: Superior Character and Style
89-85 Very Good: A wine with special quality
84-80 Good: A well-made wine of good quality
79-75 Average: Drinkable wine may have minor flaws
74> Not Recommended (NR) or No Score (NS)
Gold Metal goes to 90-100
Silver Metal goes to 85-89
Bronze Metal goes to 80-84
Don’t miss out on this premier event! Secure your tickets now, here!
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This celebration of 2022 Virginia Governor’s Cup® is a one-of-a-kind, annual event that offers the unique opportunity to taste the best Virginia wines produced across the Commonwealth! There are 2 tiers of tickets available to purchase, general admission for $250/each or VIP for $600. The event is held in Richmond’s Main Street Station located at: 1500 E. Main St, Richmond VA 23219 on Thursday, March 24th from 4:30PM – 7:00PM. This is one of the most stringent competition in the US each year featuring world-class judges to sample hundreds of the best Virginia wines. The competition itself, is hosted by the Virginia Wineries Association and Best in Cider will be awarded for the second year. The highest 12-ranking red and white wines will become the Governor’s Cup® Case. There will be a silent auction held with proceeds going toward cancer research.
What does General Admission get you?
The opportunity to taste over 100 gold medal-winning wines from the 2022 Governor’s Cup® competition
Sample variety of small plates prepared by local chefs
Participate in an auction with proceeds going towards cancer research, hosted by the V Foundation
Witness the announcements of this year’s Governor’s Cup® Case, Cup & Best in Show Cider winners
What does VIP experience get you?
In additional to all the above with the general admission, VIP guests will receive entry to a fully catered VIP tasting lounge, including meet and greet with winning winemakers and special pours, intimate multi-course tasting menu for dinner paired with the 2022 winners wine, guided by the winemakers themselves!! Transportation will be provided! VIP experience will also include an exclusive winery passport with complimentary tastings for ticket holds and a guest at each of the Winning Wineries valid through 12/31/2022, and finally they will receive preferred seating during the awards reveal of the winners!!
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Have you been wanting to check out the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Richmond, VA? From January 13th – 17th, you’ll be able to visit FOR FREE! This is a great opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the garden at your leisure. Advanced tickets and masks are required, and the garden is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10AM – 5PM. During this time, the garden Cafe and Tea Room will be closed. For more information, Click Here!
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What’s better than Man and Cheese? A whole festival dedicated to it! Be at the Richmond Raceway on October 12th for the 2020 Richmond Mac and Cheese Festival! From 11:30AM – 9PM, you’ll enjoy what is sure to be the cheesiest festival that you’ll ever attend! The portions are larger, with more choices than ever to choose from. This festival is more than just cheese though, as beers, ciders and wines will be available to go along as the perfect pairing! Live entertainment and music will also be available, and you’ll get to place your vote for Richmond’s absolutely best Mac and Cheese! Tickets are expected to sell fast, so don’t miss your chance! Early bird prices range from $15 – $45 depending on what add-ons you want, with free admission for children 12 and under! More information on the festival and purchasing tickets can be found at the “Richmond Mac and Cheese Festival 2020” Facebook Event Page. Don’t miss your chance to be at the cheesiest event in Virginia!
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The annual Festival of Kites is coming back to town on September 12th, at Brown’s Island in Richmond, Virginia! From 11AM – 6PM you’ll enjoy seeing all the various kites take to the sky, and you’ll definitely want to join in on the fun! Moon bounces and inflatables will also be available for kids and adults to enjoy! If you’re wanting to bring your own kite to fly, you’re more than welcome to, or you can purchase there! Supplies are limited though, so be prepared just in case! If all the kite flying works up an appetite, don’t fret because several food vendors will be setting up, as well as fresh smoothies and other beverages. There will also be an array of various vendors that will be displaying fine art, jewelry crafts and more! This will be a rain or shine event, and admission is FREE, so bring the whole family to join in on the fun!
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Get ready to spend the day with your favorite furry friends, because the 20th annual Pet Expo will be held on January 11th from 10AM-4PM at the Richmond Raceway Complex! This is a day to show your favorite pet just how much you love them, by taking them and the rest of the family to this unique indoor event! Spend time browsing the 50+ exhibitors that will be providing various good and services. There will be various activities planned throughout the day, many of which involve, and encourage pet participation! Tickets for the event are $10 for adults, or $8 if purchased in advance, and only $5 for children between the ages of 6 and 12. Pets and Children under the age of 6 will receive free admission! This is a day full of fun and excitement for the whole family, with all proceeds going to benefit the Henrico Humane Society! For more information about this event, be sure to Click Here!
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