Mid Atlantic Wineries

We are always on the lookout for opportunities to get out and visit some other wine regions – both in the US, and around the world. Well, we finally found some time to visit a few wineries and vineyards on the East Coast, in the Mid-Atlantic states. So, join us for a recap of our all-too-brief trip through Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia, because what we found was something of an eye-opener to us. The wines were more European in style and seemed to be a fascinating bridge between “old world” and “new world,” almost in direct proportion to their geographic location between Europe and California. Yet, these wines are almost undiscovered by most, especially on the West Coast. Largely due to shipping or low production issues, the wines are sold locally, and mostly out of the tasting room. The winemakers we encountered seemed doubly dedicated to producing good wines, if for no other reason than the challenge of growing wine here seemed to hold its own rewards. And while some of them could envision being referred to as playing in the Minor Leagues – they hastened to add proudly that they were not making Minor League wines. It was beginning to sink in, and at one point it occurred to us: Hey, these guys aren’t undiscovered – they’re hiding out as part of some winegrower witness-relocation program. Visits include: Chaddsford – Chaddsford, PA – www.chaddsford.com Allegro – Brogue, PA – www.allegrowines.com Linden – Linden, VA – www.lindenvineyards.com Chrysalis – Middleburg, VA – www.chrysaliswine.com Barboursville – Barboursville, VA – www.barboursvillewine.net Boordy – Hydes, MD – www.boordy.com Black Ankle – Mt. Airy, MD – www.blackankle.com LaGrange – Haymarket, VA – www.wineryatlagrange.com Sponsor: Podcast Academy: www.podcastacademy.com Show #165 (28:38 min 20 MB)