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News

We are fortunate to be mentioned in newpapers, magazines and blogs.  Here are some notable stories, inlcuding our own news.

PBS UNWINE'D - Jefferson Vineyards History, Wine & Food Pairings.

PBS UNWINE'D - Jefferson Vineyards History, Wine & Food Pairings.

February 13, 2020

PBS visits our historic home (Colle) and our vineyards/winery to discover what makes this place special. Interviews are conducted with the Managing Partner & Owner (Attila Woodward) and the Winemaker (Chris Ritzcovan). Tassie goes on to pair wines with Venison Bolognese and Zucchini Noodles, and Pavlova with Raspberries.
This President’s Day, Raise a Glass from The Original Presidential Winery: Jefferson Vineyards

This President’s Day, Raise a Glass from The Original Presidential Winery: Jefferson Vineyards

February 9, 2019

CHOWHOUND. Some good insight into Thomas Jefferson's efforts to make Virginia wine and the relaunching of his dream some 200 years later by the Woodward family.
Wanna Fight About Virginia?

Wanna Fight About Virginia?

February 6, 2018

WINE REVIEW ONLINE - The rise of Virginia quality wines with a focus on five Petit Verdot's, including our 2017 Governor Case 2014 Petit Verdot.

Petit Verdot Comes Of Age In The Piedmont

Petit Verdot Comes Of Age In The Piedmont

November 5, 2017

THE PIEDMONT VIRGINIAN - Jefferson Vineyards was one of Virginia's first wineries to bottle a Petit Verdot varietal. This story shares the grape's history, evolution and appeal, all of which are now thriving in different Virginia wineries.
JEFFERSON VINEYARDS MAKES HISTORY WITH VIRGINIA’S STATE GRAPE

JEFFERSON VINEYARDS MAKES HISTORY WITH VIRGINIA’S STATE GRAPE

February 28, 2018

Jefferson Vineyards has been awarded two places in the 2018 Governor’s Case, making it the first time a Virginia winery has received this distinction. The two wines are 2015 viognier and 2016 viognier. Both wines also received prestigious awards in San Francisco competitions.
Spirited Long Weekends: Visit A Historic Virginia Vineyard

Spirited Long Weekends: Visit A Historic Virginia Vineyard

April 10, 2017

TRAVEL CHANNEL - Our history and wine with some nice drone footage of our vineyards and farm.
The Jet Set Visits Jefferson Vineyards

The Jet Set Visits Jefferson Vineyards

June 27, 2016

THE JETSET - A video celebrating our vineyard's history in lieu of Thomas Jefferson and 4th of July celebrations.
A Taste Of History

A Taste Of History

Spring 2016

CHARLOTTESVILLE WINE & COUNTRY LIVING - A story of our wines that is as rich and complex as our history and soil (go to page 22 for story).
Virginia Voices - Christopher Ritzcovan

Virginia Voices - Christopher Ritzcovan

April 21, 2015

VIRGINIA VOICES - Our winemaker, Christopher Ritzcovan, talks about working at the vineyard and our harvest.
Governor McAuliffe: Virginia Wine Sales Reach New Record High

Governor McAuliffe: Virginia Wine Sales Reach New Record High

September 2014

CBS19 - Virginia's wine sales reach a new record high of 2% overall. 14% increase at Jefferson Vineyards.

Thomas Jefferson's Wine

Thomas Jefferson's Wine

June, 2014

CHICAGO TRIBUNE - Thomas Jefferson's vine plantings that took root on our estate and at Monticello. Fast forward to today's thriving wine business in Charlottesville.

Chef Peter Chang and Virginia Wines: A Shared Moment In The Spotlight

Chef Peter Chang and Virginia Wines: A Shared Moment In The Spotlight

January 24, 2012

WASHINGTON POST - Jefferson Vineyards wines and Peter Chang pair their magic at the James Beard House in New York.
Video Footage From Above

Video Footage From Above

2016

BRAD SMITH - A bird's eye view of our farm operation.