a showcase of wine, food, and farmS
Strasburg Square
Strasburg, Virginia
April 5, 2025
3 - 7 PM
A GRAND TASTING OF WINE AND FOOD
April 5, 2025
3 - 7 PM
VIP Entry starts at 2 PM
The Virginia Classic: a premier event showcasing the best of the Northern Shenandoah's wine, food, and farms in charming downtown Strasburg, Virginia.
Join us April 5, 2025, from 3 to 7 PM in charming downtown Strasburg, Virginia for a grand tasting of regional wine and food, in support of Virginia agriculture. Enjoy wine-focused tastings of 16 selected wines from local farm wineries - accompanied by small bite pairings of local foods prepared by multi-award winning Executive Chef Christopher Carge.
While enjoying abundant wine tastings and food from local farms, guests can engage in conversations with local winemakers and farmers. Washington, D.C.’s first Master of Wine, Jay Youmans, leads a "Taste Like a Somm" presentation - offering professional wine tasting tips. While our Agricultural Liaison Allyson Ponn provided insights into the local food movement.
For wine enthusiasts and discerning palates - this is an event not to be missed!
GRAND Wine TASTING
Taste a curated selection of wines from regional Virginia wineries. Meet the winemakers who are handcrafting these exceptional vintages. Find new favorites for your next winery visit or to take home to enjoy.
Perfect Pairings
Executive Chef Christopher Carge crafts a regional tasting menu featuring small bites to compliment the wines of the Grand Tasting.
Executive Chef Carge is the recipient of multiple culinary awards, has been featured on the Food Network, and has served his food at the James Beard House in New York City. He is committed to the simple preparation of local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients. Executive Chef Carge is a partner with Hilton Head Island’s SERG Restaurant Group - operating 18 restaurants in South Carolina.
Our WINERIES
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Our Hosts
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Philip Mudd
HOST
An international media commentator, featured on numerous news outlets, Philip is a Virginia wine enthusiast. Philip welcomes you to the grand tasting event and hosts our guests for the evening.
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Jay Youmans
MASTER OF WINE
Washington, DC’s first Master of Wine (MW), Jay has tasted wine professionally for 30 years and led numerous wine competitions, including Virginia’s Governor’s Cup.
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Allyson Ponn
AGRICULTURAL LIAISON
Allyson leads education and outreach programming on behalf of Virginia’s Soil and Water Conservation District and leads both Strasburg’s farmers market and community garden.
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Christopher Carge
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Chef Carge is the recipient of multiple culinary awards, has been featured on the Food Network, and has served his food at the James Beard House in New York City. He is committed to the simple preparation of local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.
Our Farms
Experience the rich flavors and vibrant stories of Virginia's farms and farm wineries at this unforgettable evening! Choose from one of two tasting passes:
VIP Tasting Pass ($225 / ticket): Early entry at 2 PM with intimate winemaker meet-and-greets, special wine tastings, a VIP grazing board, plus the amenities of the Classic Tasting Pass.
Classic Tasting Pass ($150 / ticket): Entry at 3 PM, a grand tasting of 16 wines, small bites food pairings, "Taste like a Somm" seminar, winemaker and farmer discussions, and live musical entertainment.
As a special thank you for your support, use promo code "HOLIDAY" for 35% off tickets through January 1, 2025!
WEEKEND STAYS
With a charming downtown, a variety of local dining options, and fantastic lodging, Strasburg, Virginia, makes a fantastic hub for a weekend trip. Explore unique shopping, visit a museum, or maybe enjoy outdoor recreation nearby - there’s so much to do in the area.
And Strasburg will be bustling with energy as it celebrates everything vintage, handmade, and local during its Vintage in the Valley Festival. Beginning at 10 AM, downtown shops and restaurants will be open and ready to welcome you with one-of-a-kind finds, delicious eats, and warm hospitality. A vintage car show, as well as historical demonstrations and talks are scheduled.
For those seeking a weekend away, Box Office Brewery will be hosting its annual festival ”Decades Dance” with a Vintage Western theme on the evening of Friday April 4th.
