Jim Koennicke and Jennifer Breaux sat down to discuss the winery’s recent changes and sample Breaux Vineyards’ 2016 Merlot and 2016 Meritage. While the Meritage contains a large portion of the 2016 Merlot, Jim and Jennifer explained the unique differences between the two wines. 2016 Merlot Breaux Vineyards’ 2016 Merlot is a well-balanced, clean wine […]
Read MoreDuring our weekly edition of “A Taste of Breaux, Breaux Vineyards was pleased to welcome Richard Leahy, author of Beyond Jefferson’s Vines. We spoke with Richard about the history of Virginia wine while we sampled Breaux’s 2015 and 2016 award-winning Meritage blends. The foreword of Richard’s new book was written by Steven Spurrier, the Englishman […]
Read MoreWe are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support that has been shown to us and the other Virginia wineries during the shut down. Things are not quite yet back to normal but we are pleased to announce that we are permitted to open our grounds for guests once again starting on Friday, 5/29. Until […]
Read MoreDesignated Virginia Vineyard Month, April is a time of both growth and beauty. This is the time when vines start to bud and the first leaves unfold. In addition to creating a gorgeous display, the spring brings new possibilities for delicious new wines. Winemakers and grape growers throughout Virginia work hard, tending to vines and […]
Read MoreTo Our Patrons: Governor Northam’s response to the COVID-19 is for the safety and welfare of the public. With that, we are under new mandates and are responding accordingly. Please see below and know that this could change any minute. We are changing and prepared to change with new data and new mandates. Our primary […]
Read MoreFriends First and foremost I’m grateful to be writing this in good health while I watch my healthy children play and flip through Netflix. That is a priceless honor to me as I read about so many others suffering. I truly pray you’re reading this in the same state and that your families are well […]
Read MoreWith the harvest complete at Breaux Vineyards, one might think that we have plenty of time to rest until the spring. However, we are busy all winter long making sure that our vineyards and winery continue to operate smoothly and that we stay busy prepping for another beautiful year ahead! Here’s a glimpse into how […]
Read MoreBreaux Vineyards is proud to allow access to some of our most prized wines with the addition of the Breaux Library Bar, now in our Cork & Key Room! Some of our rarest wines are now available as samples, glasses or bottles. Please come and enjoy these icons of past vintages, ephemeral offerings, and outright […]
Read MoreAny wine enthusiast knows that there are reasons to savor a glass during any season…a cold rosé on a hot summer day, a refreshing white at a springtime luncheon, or a velvety Zinfandel by the fire in December. Autumn is an especially great time to enjoy the bounty of the vines, and Virginia’s winemakers understand […]
Read MoreMany people enjoy the idea of sipping a glass of wine or visiting and touring a winery. Unfortunately, not everyone can handle the strong taste of wine. Fortunately, acquiring a taste for wine is much easier than most people believe. Let it Breathe Wine oxidizes when exposed to the air. This oxidation helps produce a […]
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