Loudoun Now
By Jan Mercker
Thirty years ago, agritourism pioneers Kate and Mark Zurschmeide launched Great Country Farms in Bluemont. Now, a new generation of Zurschmeide cousins from the sprawling Western Loudoun clan are taking on leadership roles at the farm and its sister craft beverage operations—with fresh ideas and big plans.
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By Vinciane Ngomsi and Tierney Plumb
Currently in the midst of its seventh season, Bravo’s hit reality TV show The Real Housewives of Potomac gives fans a (mostly) unscripted look at living in one of the most exclusive zip codes in the D.C. area. Part of what makes the multi-city Housewives series so popular is where its cast members dine—especially when the meal comes with a side of drama. After all, who wouldn’t want a front-row seat to a rosé-fueled confrontation or televised conversation over a Cuban sandwich? Featured restaurants around the DMV definitely benefit from the on-screen exposure, too.
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By Visit Loudoun
You know the holidays have arrived in Loudoun County when wine country vines are covered in twinkling lights and historic towns are decked out like Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Throw in spectacular themed illuminations and festive street parades and you have the perfect holiday destination.
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By Tejal Thakkar
There is nothing like a wine-fueled getaway with your best girlfriends.
While trips out of town a few years ago consisted of running around seeing site after site, these days, I find myself craving slower vacations. To me, the best vacations are those that include late-night chats over delicious bottles of wine, long walks in nature, and satisfying meals at local restaurants.
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By Nancy Bauer
Pack a picnic, or the dog, or even the kids—here are our favorite wineries worth a drive.
Chilly fall days are perfect for gathering at wineries. Whether it’s Adirondack chairs around a fire pit, pouffy pillows beside a pond, or picnic blankets on a lawn, circling up with friends and family helps you shift into a lower gear, appreciate autumn colors, and taste what’s best about the season. Here are some of our favorite wineries to visit this fall.
Read MoreThe Points Guy
By Melissa Klurman
Some people look forward to autumn for the multi-colored foliage, hayrides, apple picking and cider samplings. Others anticipate a different kind of fall fruit picking: The great grape harvests that transform humble fruit into the prized wines we get to enjoy the rest of the year.
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As we draw closer to the fall season, we look forward to the fun and festivities associated with the autumn air. Loudoun County, Virginia is the perfect destination to experience it all.
Bluemont Vineyard invites visitors to its annual “Crush With Us” grape stomping event held every Saturday and Sunday in September.
Read MoreNorthern Virginia Magazine
By Editorial
Before the kids head back to school, make sure end the summer season with a bang. Whether you’re looking to enjoy classic county fair experience with the family or want to imbibe the best local and international wines, you’ll want to add these fairs and festivals to your August calendar.
Read MoreHere Comes The Guide
Looking to keep that wedding celebration going all weekend long? We've handpicked our favorite Virginia weekend retreats with fabulous amenities and on-site accommodations for both you and your guests to enjoy. Whether it's an intimate affair at a historic B&B, a laidback bash at a rustic retreat, or a stylish soiree at a modern hotel, these venues turn your event into an unforgettable experience from the welcome party to the goodbye brunch!
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By Catherine Malone
Two items sure to make anyone’s list of top 10 relaxing indulgences—maybe even top five—are wine tasting and yoga. Recent trends in wellness have seen the two combined with vineyard-based vinyasa classes followed by wine tasting for a fun event that merges self-care, friends and indulgence.
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By Ashley Davidson
Afew summers back, I tried my hand at growing peppers on my condo’s patio — shishitos, to be exact. That ambitious little plant gave me such plentiful peppers that I was incorporating them into meals every day for weeks. While I’m not a culinary expert (or even a good plant mom) by any means, my “patio-to-plate” experiment piqued my interest in farm-to-table cuisine, particularly, what restaurants can conceive when they’ve cultivated many of their own ingredients just steps from their front door.
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By Céline Bossart
The wine-drinking experience is something we tend to associate primarily with our senses of taste and smell. But being immersed in the source is the ultimate reminder that there's so much more to feel and absorb from a wine beyond its salient qualities, and that what we take in with our eyes can sometimes be equally (if not more) impactful. From an impossibly charming vineyard farmhouse centered around community visibility and empowerment in Oregon's Willamette Valley to a Mexican winemaking family's distinctive interpretation of New York terroir, these are the country's most breathtaking places to drink wine amid the vines.
Read MoreFOX 5 DC
With Matthew Cappucci
FOX 5 travels to Bluemont Vineyard to see how you can enjoy a mini vacation with friends or family.
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FOX 5’s Matthew Cappucci visited Bluemont Vineyard for wine, views and ideas for a romantic Valentine’s Day!
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With Matthew Cappucci
FOX 5 Field Trip: Wine, views and Valentine’s Day romance at Bluemont Vineyard
Read MoreToronto Star
Looking for a warmer weather vacation to a destination within a day’s driving distance? For visitors interested in a great combination of historical, cultural and natural attractions, great food, good fun and relaxation, check out all Northern Virginia has to offer!
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