DelFosse Vineyards and Winery is just off Route 29 in Faber - watch for the turn - it is easy to miss and then wind down a road for about two miles and you are suddenly there - their sunny tasting room overlooks a pond and is a charming place for an informal wedding. We had met Claude DelFosse before via Wintergreen and he started the vineyards in 2003 or thereabouts. (hint - it is pronounced Del Foss).This new venture has a lovely French touch to wine, while using the best of Virginia grapes. Their Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc were soft and had that French touch. Their Viogniers are not as "green" as others in Virginia and the Reserves are sublime. The blend for Reserve d'Oriane, named for their daughter, is lovely.
The DelFosse reds are their best - the blends of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon in their fine rose and Meritage are each unique. Several favorites are named after their sons, so Cuvee Laurent and Grand Cru Olivier are great red table dinner wines. They also have 100% pure Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc wines that will age well and be enjoyed. We paid for two regular tastings and two reserve tastings and shared.
The DelFosse reds are their best - the blends of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon in their fine rose and Meritage are each unique. Several favorites are named after their sons, so Cuvee Laurent and Grand Cru Olivier are great red table dinner wines. They also have 100% pure Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc wines that will age well and be enjoyed. We paid for two regular tastings and two reserve tastings and shared.
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