Delaplane Cellars Winter Roundup: Cozy Up with Exclusive Events and Releases
Welcome to the heart of winter at Delaplane Cellars, where the cold air is crisp, the wine is rich, and the experiences are unforgettable. As we embrace the quieter season of the vineyard, we invite you to join us for a series of special events and exciting releases. Whether you're looking to cozy up in an igloo, craft your own blend, or simply enjoy the vineyard with your four-legged friend, we have something for everyone this winter.
1. The Igloo Experience
Our Igloo Experience has become the highlight of the season, and for good reason. Available Friday through Sunday, our igloos offer a private and cozy space for you and five friends to enjoy the best of Delaplane Cellars, complete with seasonal charcuterie, toasty heaters, and your favorite playlist humming through the speakers. Don't miss out on this unique way to enjoy wine country this winter.
2. Blending Sessions
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at winemaking? Now's your chance with our Blending Sessions on March 2nd & 3rd. Join our winemaker, Rick Tagg, and learn the delicate art of blending to create your perfect vintage. This hands-on experience is a rare opportunity to dive deep into the winemaking process and take home a bottle of your own creation.
3. Club Pickup Event
Club members, get ready for the first club pickup of the year from February 1st - 4th! We've curated a selection of your favorite wines to start the new year off right. It's the perfect opportunity to stock your cellar with wines that promise to ward off the winter chill.
4. Member Nights
For our club members, we will continue to host Club Night on every third Saturday of the month from 6-8pm. Enjoy the tranquil beauty of our vineyard at night, taste our finest wines, and mingle with fellow wine enthusiasts. Each Club Night features a unique (and complimentary) tasting.
We hope you'll join us at Delaplane Cellars this winter to make new memories, savor every sip, and experience the best we have to offer. From our family to yours, we look forward to sharing these moments with you. Cheers to a winter filled with warmth and wine!
Jan 15, 2024 at 9:07 AM
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Delaplane Cellars' Holiday Gift Guide: Celebrate the Season of Giving
As the holiday season sparkles around us, Delaplane Cellars invites you to share in the spirit of giving with our exclusive '12 Days of Christmas' wine selection. It's a time of warmth, joy, and generosity, and what better way to spread cheer than with the gift of exceptional wine?
This year, we're also embracing the gift of giving back by supporting Toys for Tots. Visit our tasting room with a new, unwrapped toy and we'll thank you with a complimentary glass of wine or tasting in the spirit of the season.
Day 1: The Library Wine Selection
Delight the wine enthusiast in your life with a gift from our Library Wine Selection, offering past vintages that tell a story in every sip.
Day 2: The Timeless Duo Bundle
Introducing the "Timeless Duo" bundle, featuring our lively 2020 Duet and the elegantly crafted 2020 Chardonnay Reserve – a perfect pair to adorn the holiday dinner table.
Day 3: The 'White Christmas' Case Deal
Craft your own case from our select white wines for festive gatherings or as a thoughtful present, promising a White Christmas that's merry and bright.
Day 4: Xavier Blanc de Blanc
Unveil the sparkle with Xavier, our limited-edition inaugural vintage Blanc de Blanc, a treasure for those who revel in the joy of fine bubbles.
Day 5: Bordeaux-style Blends
Choose from our Bordeaux-style blends, the quintessence of robust and bold winemaking, ideal for those who seek depth and character in their glass.
Day 6: A Day of Tasting Experience
Give the gift of an unforgettable experience with a visit to our tasting room, where the finest wines and memories are made.
Day 7: Petit Manseng
For the lover of sweet notes, our Petit Manseng offers a harmonious melody of tropical fruits, citrus zest, and a just-right touch of sweetness.
Day 8: Ode to Bordeaux Bundle
Our "Ode to Bordeaux" bundle pays tribute to classic winemaking, presenting a collection that encapsulates richness, complexity, and the essence of Bordeaux.
Day 9: Sophisticated Stocking Stuffers
Upgrade the stockings this year with a bottle from Delaplane Cellars – an unexpected surprise to toast the holiday morn.
Day 10: The Gift of Choice with Gift Cards
Spread the joy with a Delaplane Cellars gift card, a present that offers a world of wine at the recipient's fingertips.
Day 11: 2021 Piedmont Station
Gift the robust elegance of our 2021 Piedmont Station, a bottle that embodies the finesse of Virginia winemaking.
Day 12: The Gift of Shared Moments
As our 12 Days of Christmas come to a close, we're reminded that the best gifts are the ones we experience together – a glass of wine, the company of loved ones, and the laughter that fills the air.
This holiday season, let Delaplane Cellars be a part of your celebrations, your traditions, and your moments of giving. From our family to yours, we raise a glass to the holiday cheer and the timeless joy of the season. Cheers!
Comments (4)July Menu for Summer Sunset Wine Dinners
The menu for the July Summer Sunset Wine Dinners has been released! Our Summer Sunset Wine Dinners are almost all sold out, but there is still a few seats available for the dinner on Sunday, August 28th. To make a reservation for that date, please click here.
Jul 8, 2022 at 11:52 AM
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June Menu for Summer Sunset Wine Dinners
The menu for the June Summer Sunset Wine Dinners is here! These dinners are sold out, but there is still availability for the July, August, and September dinners. To make a reservation for those dates, please click here.
Jun 2, 2022 at 10:09 AM
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Announcing Our Summer Sunset Wine Dinners
We are excited to announce our 2022 Summer Sunset Wine Dinner series featuring award-winning chef David Dunlap! Chef Dunlap has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants and has garnered numerous awards for his sensational creations. He specializes in showcasing seasonal and local ingredients in his artful cuisine. As such, the menu for each dinner will be announced closer to the event.
This year, dinners will be hosted inside the tasting room, seated at communal tables. Available dates are:
Saturday, June 25th & Sunday, June 26th
Saturday, July 30th & Sunday, July 31st
Saturday, August 27th & Sunday, August 28th
Saturday, September 24th & Sunday, September 25th
Reservations are required, and the cost is $125 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. Guests are invited to arrive at 6 pm to enjoy a welcome pour of wine. Dinner will begin at 6:15 pm.
We look forward to welcoming you! If you have any questions, please feel free to call 540-592-7210 or email info@delaplanecellars.com.
Apr 26, 2022 at 11:50 AM
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Fall Updates from Delaplane
Hello friends! As we head into the colder months, we wanted to make you aware of some important updates regarding reservations at Delaplane Cellars.
Many of you who visited last winter will recall our heated tent area on the lower deck. We are removing the tent this year, but don't fret! We have exciting things planned for that space. Beginning Saturday, November 13th, our upper deck area will feature firepit tables that can be reserved here.
The upper deck will have some additional seating with outdoor heaters which is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You can make a reservation for a table inside our tasting room for groups of up to six people on Saturdays and Sundays. These reservations are for two-hour time blocks and are available at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 4 p.m. Please be sure to let us know if anyone in your party has a mobility restriction, as some of our seating is located up a flight of stairs.
If you’re interested in booking a larger group, please give us a call to discuss your options.
As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@delaplanecellars.com or call 540-592-7210.
Nov 9, 2021 at 9:40 AM
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Our new Adjacency will debut at September Wine Dinners!
We are excited to announce that we have a brand new wine label that will be making its debut at the last alfresco wine dinners of the season, on September 25th and 26th! The 2019 Adjacency is a blend of 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cabernet Franc, 16% Petit Verdot, 11% Merlot, and 9% Tannat. This blend offers beautiful aromas of blackberry and vanilla that carry through on the palate, along with hints of black plum and coffee.
Chef Dunlap has created a truly spectacular menu for this event, and we hope you'll consider joining us. Click here to make your reservation now.
Aug 26, 2021 at 10:13 AM
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A Brand New Wine for our August Wine Dinners!
As we enter the last month of summer, our al fresco wine dinner series with Chef David Dunlap is in full swing! We are excited to share that we will be releasing new wines for the upcoming dinners on August 21st and 22nd.
For the first time, the 2019 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay will be available to the public; only 30 cases of this wine were made, and it was inspired by and created for our owners, so it is a rare treat for this wine to be available. We are also revealing a brand new label for Delaplane Cellars: our Aitheras white blend. This refreshing blend of Vidal Blanc and Chardonnay is full of white flowers and citrus peel, with a beautiful clean finish. Finally, diners for this event will also get to experience a mini vertical, with two vintages of our celebrated Left Bank on the menu: 2013 and 2017.
Aug 2, 2021 at 8:42 AM
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New Menu, New Wines for Upcoming Alfresco Dinners
We are excited to announce that we will be releasing some new wines for the upcoming alfresco wine dinners with Chef David Dunlap! Not only that, but this menu includes TWO vintages of our flagship wine, Piedmont Station. The full menu is listed below. Click here to make your reservation before it sells out!
Jul 12, 2021 at 12:57 PM
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Menu Released for June Alfresco Wine Dinners
The menu from Chef David Dunlap for our June alfresco wine dinners has been released, and it is a stunner! Don't miss an evening that promises to be full of culinary delicacies, fantastic views, and great wines. Click here to make your reservation.
Jun 4, 2021 at 9:56 AM
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