Virginia – The Birthplace of Wine in America
January 15, 2025
Welcome to Wine Across America! Chris Pearmund and Mark Ward of Effingham Manor, Pearmund Cellars, and Vint Hill Craft Winery take Wine Across America on a journey to Virginia. Chris and Mark tell us how they got into winemaking, give a behind-the-scenes look at their operations, and share what makes Virginia, the birthplace of wine in America, a unique wine producing state.
Did you know?
- Virginia is the birthplace of American wine and is home to over 300 wineries
- Thomas Jefferson was an avid wine enthusiast and numerous times tried to plant grapes on the grounds of Monticello
- Virginia is best known for Viognier and Cabernet Franc, though lesser-known varietals like Norton and Petit Manseng are popular