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Triple Threat! Chocolate, Cheese, and Wine at Little Washington Winery
2025-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
This is the class we said we would never attempt all at once! Then we caved for our enthusiastically convincing crew member who thought up the idea. In this tasting we’ll take her triple threat challenge and taste all of our favorite vices in one sitting … cheeses and chocolate desserts and wines all together to see what it does to our palate! Somebody’s got to do it right? If you get the right wine to complement the right cheese or chocolate it can be a match made in heaven! Learn how to appreciate these picky flavors and pair them well.

Iconic Masterpiece Wines at Little Washington Winery
2025-10-25 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Iconic Masterpieces of Wine – In this lesson we’ll talk about history and taste the wines that have become Iconic Masterpiece Wines of the World. Wine has been produced for thousands of years, with evidence of ancient wine production from c. 6000 BC (the earliest known traces of wine). Wine production and consumption increased, burgeoning from the 15th century onwards as part of European expansion.

Narmada Winery celebrates Diwali!
2025-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Narmada Winery, 43 Narmada Lane, Amissville, 20106
Join us for the Indian Festival of Lights on October 25th at 6:00pm! Enjoy case sales on select wines.

Winery closes from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Club admission begins at 5:30pm
General admission begins at 6:00pm
Buffet is available from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Bonfire begins at 6:30pm
Fireworks begins at 7:30pm
Live DJ from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Adult sized platter included in ticket purchase.

Children under 10yrs old have free admission.

Anatomy of an Epic Nosh Board at Little Washington Winery
2025-10-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
The Charcuterie Board is a culinary adventure that wine enthusiasts love! Lots of Savory goodies on a board that consist of an array of cured meats, cheeses, fresh fruit, pickled things, jams, sauces and culinary wild cards to be paired with beer or wine. What’s wrong with this picture? Some of your favorite nosh foods are definitely ruining your wine! Learn how to upgrade the charcuterie adventure to an epic “NOSH” board that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. We’ll narrow in on which foods do and which foods do not belong on this board.

Around the World of Wine in 80 Minutes at Little Washington Winery
2025-10-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Get to know the most amazing wine regions you never knew were out there and why the finest wine regions in the world are what they are as we take an incredible adventure of wines without ever needing to apply for a visa! Learn your steens and pinotages, your left bank from your right, the world’s masterpieces of wine and the healthiest wines on the planet. Prepare to proclaim oooh-la-la as we taste and explore one region at a time on a global wine adventure.

Cheeseology at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
This is the Ultimate Wine & Cheese Adventure!
Let’s conquer that intimidating cheese aisle? Fear not! We’re here to transform your grocery store dread into a delightful exploration of flavor. Here’s the scoop: There aren’t six million cheeses lurking in that aisle—just six fabulous categories! And guess what? Each cheese has its perfect wine match. How do we get started? First, we’ll kick things off with a fun personality quiz! The quiz helps uncover your unique wine preferences and guide you through the enchanting world of cheese pairings. Then! We’ll dive into each of the six cheese categories and pair them with their ideal wines.
Whether you’re a fan of creamy Brie, zesty Cheddar, or sharp blue cheese, we’ve got you covered! By the end of this journey, you’ll be equipped with all the knowledge you need to navigate the daunting cheese aisle like a pro. Say goodbye to confusion and hello to perfect pairings every time! So, let’s embark on this cheesy (and wine-filled) adventure?

Wine Boot Camp at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-01 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
This is the class that started it all! The day we announced it 1700 people signed up! Then they said what’s next? Wine ed classes have kept us surviving for 14 years! This class is all the things nobody else tells you except our winemaker, Carl – how to choose a bottle in a wine shop, how to achieve aeration perfection, how white wine is made, how red wine is made, why you should be loving rosés and how to find the good ones, how to behave in a restaurant. Not so basic training – You could call this class “Wine 301”.

Topics:

White & Red Wine Crafting: Dive into the art of white and red wine production, uncovering their distinct flavors and techniques.

Aeration Techniques: Master the art of aeration for optimal wine enjoyment, from decanting to swirling.

Rosé Revelations: Discover the allure of rosés and how to find the perfect bottle.

Restaurant Etiquette: Navigate wine service with confidence, from selecting bottles to engaging with sommeliers.

Hidden Gems: Uncover insider tips and lesser-known facts about wine appreciation.
Experiences:

Molecular Pairing: Explore flavor interactions with a sandwich tasting experiment.

Chocolate Pairing: Indulge in decadent chocolate paired perfectly with wines.

Join us for Wine 301, where every sip is an adventure and knowledge is the key to unlocking vinous pleasure. Cheers!

Halloween Dance Party | Live DJ
2025-11-01 19:00 - 22:00 | The Black Twig, Lee Highway, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
A hauntingly good night awaits you on Saturday, November 1st. Don your best Halloween Costume and dance the night away at the Halloween Costume Ball in the Haunted Dance Hall. Don’t miss the spookiest party of the year!

Boogie down in costume (no masks) in the spook-tacular haunted dance hall. DJ DANGERS will be spinning a wicked playlist to boo-gie down with all night. Costume Photobooth, Costume Contest, and treats for all!

Complimentary drink with advance Early Bird tickets only! Cash cover at the door.

DOORS 7PM | AGES 21+ | LIVE DJ | $5 COVER | BAR + FOOD ON SITE
Contact us to make reservations for dinner service in the Event Room! Bar Food Menu for walk ins.

Vintner's Table Learning Lunch at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Culinary – This guided wine and food pairing happens at lunch time with our winemaker, Donna, using five categories of wine and tapas sized food pairings to take you all the way through a lunchtime meal, including three entrees, three cheeses in the cheese course, three desserts and three chocolate delicacies. You’ll learn how to get perfect pairings every time. Learn what happens when you go a little too far with a wine. Experience the “aha” moment that could save your life at parties. Come hungry – this is a guided learning lunch.

Illusive & Iconic Italian Wines, at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
With over 350 native grapes in Italy, without question, Italy provides a staggering percentage of the world’s most distinctive and exalted wines. In addition, the sheer breadth of styles they produce is equally impressive. Italy grows the largest array of grape varietals in the world, and is home to many classic wine regions and wine styles. We’ll taste rare grape varietals from Italy like Ruche, LaGrein, Zibbibo, Romato, Gaglioppo. We’ll taste the iconic varietals coming out of major Italian wine regions, like Barolo, Orvieto, Amorone Valpolicella, Super Tuscan, Sagrantino, Primativo, Nero d’Avola, Montepulciano, Etna, Soave!

Emergency Planning Meeting- Neighborhoods Matter
2025-11-05 19:00 - 20:30 | The RAAC Community Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA
Emergency preparedness is more than just a safety measure; it’s an act of responsibility and resilience. Emergencies—whether natural disasters, public health crises, or unexpected accidents—can strike at any time and often without warning. Being prepared means having the knowledge, plans, and supplies in place to protect yourself, your family, and your community when the unexpected happens.

Join us for a presentation and discussion about emergency response guidance to help you be better
prepared. Our local experts from Rappahannock’s EMS, Fire and Rescue squads, the Sheriff’s Office, and the Board of Supervisors will also join to answer any questions you have.

We will also distribute written materials compiled by Rapp at Home to help you develop your own plans and emergency kit.

Spain's Hidden Playground of Wine, at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-08 11:00 - 13:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Spain is a hot, dry, mountainous country with more vineyard land than any other nation on earth. It could be argued that Spain is a viticultural miracle. After years on the sidelines of the world of fine wine, it is now a major player that we’ve got to learn more about.
If you were, say, mapping out which wine regions to visit on a vacation to Spain … Even some Spaniards wouldn’t know where to begin. Well, here’s a secret: No matter where you are on the Iberian Peninsula, you’re never far from a vineyard—so don’t overthink it. Barcelona is a commuter train away from the historic cava houses of Penedès. Bierzo, the region wine geeks can’t stop fawning over, is a pleasant, quiet drive from León. And the “Sherry Triangle,” though it sounds a tad foreboding, can be explored on a painless day-trip from Seville. Whether you’re a casual wine drinker or a seasoned sommelier, we’ll taste our way through how to weave some vineyard-hopping into your Spanish vacation.

How to pair Dessert and Wine at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Let’s address the impossible pairing! Experts say dessert and wine cannot possibly be put into your mouth at the same time. Technically they are right – better be careful, some of these flavors are in definite conflict! Wine enhances taste, creating an entirely new flavor profile. Desserts are no different. Making the perfect dessert and wine pairing can be an incredible way to end a memorable evening. You may be hard pressed to find anyone upset with the wrong wine & dessert pairing (it IS wine and it IS dessert after all). This tasting will show you how to get a perfect pairing every time!

Molecular Food and Wine Pairing at Little Washington WInery
2025-11-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Physics Class – Have you noticed chefs are being a bit more creative these days? Perfectly cooked potatoes, delicious peas and smoked cheese. Easy to make and delicious. Top Scientists have spent the better part of two decades collaborating with chefs to map out the aromatic molecules that give foods and wines their flavor. Thanks to all of that exhausting research, we are now able to identify why certain foods and wines work well together. Learn the simple set of molecular principles that explain how to create ideal harmonies in food and wine pairing.

VA vs The World of Wine, at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-09 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Virginia Versus The World™
Thomas Jefferson had a vision … of vineyards lacing the Virginia landscape. And, along with the vines certain economic benefits – not to mention the resulting prestige, pleasure and refinement of enjoying fine wine. Over 300 farm wineries now dot the Commonwealth landcape. These special farms are putting Virginia on the map in the world wine market, protecting farmland with sustainable agriculture, and playing a major role in the State’s economic development as a major tourism draw.

15 Rules of Food and Wine Pairing a Little Washington Winery
2025-11-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Although sipping on award-winning wines is a delight, once you bring food into the equation the experience moves to an extraordinary level of discovery. Experience a fun, educational, and delectable Food and Wine pairing class. You will learn how to appreciate your palate and pair wines – spanning from whites and rosés, to reds, dry, bubbly or sweet – with savory and sweet food selections.

South African Wines, at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
After the end of apartheid in the 1990s, South Africa’s wines reentered the world market. Now, 20 years later, South Africa’s time to shine on the wine stage has definitely arrived. “A significant proportion of the best South African wines today were not being made in 2000,” states Tim James in his comprehensive book Wines of the New South Africa. Today we are seeing racy, intense sauvignon blancs, incredible Chenin Blancs (referred to as Steens), and Pinotage – the love it or loath it grape that we can’t get enough of. Come take a survey of wines and varietals from a land of stunning beauty; Compare Virginia & South Africa Sauvignon Blancs, Learn your steens from your pinotages; explore the world of emerging South Africa wines.

Wine Mocktails at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
What’s better than a glass of wine? Wine mocktails! Turns out you don’t need hard alcohol to make delicious cocktails. Grab a bottle of wine for some of the best mixed drinks out there. Mocktails are a delicious and low alcohol alternative made with red, white, rosé or sparkling wine instead of liquor! We’ll experiment with some tasty ways to mix up each varietal into a flavorful, refreshing drink as we play with mixology! We’ll taste some of the top wine mocktails mixed with red wine, rosé, white wine, and sparkling wine!

Wines of Alsace, at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-29 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
The history of Alsace wine has been influenced by the repeated changes of nationality of the Alsace region, which has passed from France to Germany and vice versa several times throughout history. Post World War II wine styles in Alsace and Germany diverged, as Alsace wines remained fully fermented, that is dry, intended to be paired with food. In recent decades, German wines have become drier and more powerful, while some Alsace wines have become sweeter as late harvest and dessert style wines have been “rediscovered” in Alsace.

South American Wines, at Little Washington Winery
2025-11-30 11:00 - 12:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Once every decade or so a wine grape comes along that transcends region, winery, or even common sense to become a brand unto itself. Malbec has joined that illustrious club of brand unto-itself varietals. Over the past few years we’ve introduced hundreds of guests to the darling of American wine (Argentinean Malbec). This year, we’re continuing the trend and expanding to the wines of Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil. Come taste the hottest new grapes you’ve never tried, including the healthiest grape in the world (a glass is like a 1-1/2 hour workout in the gym) coming from South America where they have the perfect dirt.

Fraud Prevention: Stay Vigilant for the Holidays
2025-12-10 15:00 - 16:30 | rappahannock county library, Washington, Virginia, 22747, United States
Stay one step ahead of scammers with insights directly from the top. Join us for a critical fraud prevention presentation led by Sheriff Connie Compton, who will share expert tips and strategies to protect you and your family from evolving threats. Learn how to identify common scams, safeguard your personal information, and what steps to take if you become a target. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself with knowledge and secure your peace of mind.

Aromas of Wine, at Little Washington Winery
2025-12-14 11:00 - 13:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Can you describe the fragrance of a fresh peach without saying that it smells “like” something else? Wine is a poetic drink. A complex glass of wine can have a dozen aromas and flavors waiting to be discovered. As wine is exposed to air it evolves and new aromas and flavors reveal themselves. Each varietal has characteristic flavors and aromas: Chardonnay’s buttery citrus aroma, Viognier’s floral nose, a French Burgundy “barnyardy fragrance”, Gewürtztraminer’s kerosene, Zinfandel’s pepper and spice, or Cabernet’s chocolate and red berry fruit. Start making greater use of your nose and, I promise, you will discover a whole different world of wine! Follow me with a glass in hand, as we explore the pleasures of using our olfactory system – especially as it pertains to wine!

Bubbles Bubbles Bubbles! at Little Washington Winery
2025-12-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Bubbles Bubbles Bubbles – There are bubbles and then there are “Come quick, I’m tasting the stars” bubbles. Learn how specific grapes and production techniques influence sparkling wines. Learn why Prosecco is a great choice for mimosas, the reason Champagne is so expensive and all about lots of alternate bubblies from around the world. We’ll test a few cocktail recipes as we taste bubblies and munch on some fun pairings too!

Everyday Wine or Splurge Wine?, at Little Washington Winery
2025-12-20 11:00 - 13:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Everyday, Premium, Splurge – Everyone has their own price range on wine – what’s yours? Everyday $-$?, Premium $-$?, Splurge $? up to $?
Can you identify the price bracket of a wine in a blind tasting? In this class we’ll explore explore everyday and splurge wines with 3 food courses in a blind tasting to see if we can identify the splurge wine! We’ll also reveal some wines to consider if you are going for the splurge.
The price of wine is determined by a multitude of factors: Location, history, vineyard size, winemaking techniques, packaging, shipping, supply and demand, weather—drought, fires, storms, frost—that might destroy a crop. Given all that it’s pretty magical that $25 bottles are available at all.
Depending on the varietal and where it’s from, that budget-friendly buy can actually taste pretty great. There are a lot of good, delicious affordable wines out there. It takes some time and effort to find them. Not all wines are created equal and to a trained palate each is incredibly distinctive.
Our goal is to have you walk out of this class knowing when to splurge and what to splurge on when you need a mind blowing wine!

Meritage the Art of Wine Blending, at Little Washington Winery
2025-12-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Meritage is a made-up word that means a blend of noble grapes in the style of Bordeaux. Learn how it was created, what grapes are used, and how to pronounce it. Divest yourself of the temptation to pronounce it “Mary-Taj.” It’s like “heritage.” By the 1980s, American winemakers could lay claim to some high quality, high value wines. American Winemakers doing pretty much exactly what they were doing in Bordeaux: blending masterpiece wines from a variety of “noble” grapes. By the late 1980s, American winemakers were tired of naming their masterpiece blends “table wine”. Let’s taste some amazing American wine!

Slovenian Wine Country-Location Location Location, at Little Washington Winery
2025-12-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Holy Moli — Let’s go — just look at this trip right here! Slovenia is right next to Austria, Italy, Hungary, Croatia — what a wine tour! Most Slovenian wine production falls under the classification of premium. Viticulture and winemaking has existed in this region since the time of the Celt and Illyrian tribes, long before the Romans introduced winemaking to France, Spain and Germany. A 2016 DNA study showed that two red grape varietals, Blaufränkisch and Blauer Portugieser, originated in Slovenia.

Discover Austrian Wines, at Little Washington Winery
2025-12-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Little Washington Winery, 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, 22747, United States
Austria wine regions are now highly prized both by wine experts and wine lovers all around the world. Internationally successful varieties such as Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Gelber Muskateller, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet all ripen in Austria’s vineyards, producing distinctive wines with finesse and regional typicity. Family-run estates dominate the Austrian viticulture scene, which is why the industry’s focus is on producing incredible small batch handcrafted wine. There’s a distinctive tension to Austrian wines which should be emphasized. Let’s taste & discuss the distinctiveness of Austrian wine.

Opening Reception for New Art Show
2026-01-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Gay Street Gallery, 337 Gay Street, Washington, 22747
Please join our featured artists for a reception to celebrate the opening of a new exhibition. Tim Carrington, Janet Stoeke and Hans Gerhard will be here, and food and beverages will be served.
