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The Nelson County Blog
@veritaswinery 🍷 Virginia Governor’s Cup results are here! We are grateful and honored to have received three gold medals this year, and we cannot wait to celebrate with industry members and wine lovers at the Cup Gala next Thursday in Richmond.
2026 Gov Cup Gold Medalists:
🍾 Scintilla NV Sparkling Wine
🍷 Veritas Reserve 2023
🥂 Monticello White Blend 2023
Congratulations to all medalists! @vawine @monticellowinetrail @nelson151
@wrfbrewery The Charlottesville Astronomical Society is join us Saturday, February 28th for a Moon and Planet viewing event starting at 7pm. This is a free event to the public. Bring a blanket or jacket and stay warm as you enjoy a tour of the nights sky.
@glasshollowstudios
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Join us this Sunday March 1st for an unforgettable glassblowing experience. If you’ve always been curious what it takes to shape, sculpt, and create in molten glass now is your chance. Our experienced teachers make glassblowing accessible and fun. This is a 3 hr class that will explore all the basics and more. Grab your friends and LET’S GO!
We are located along scenic 151 in Afton, Virginia. After your class enjoy all the beauty of the area. From wineries to skiing Nelson County has it all.
@vadistillery
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We’re thrilled to share our Virginia Distillery Co. Blue Ridge Toasted Barrel Finish was named Best American Single Malt at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards. This incredible recognition reflects the dedication and passion of our entire team. If you haven’t experienced this award-winning whisky yet, we hope you’ll pour a glass and celebrate with us. 🥃✨
Nelson County is for lovers ❤️
Winter lovers ❄️
Mountain lovers 🏔️
Cabin lovers ❤️
Wine lovers 🍷
Hot toddy by the fire lovers 🔥
Adventure lovers ⛷️
From romantic getaways to ride-or-die weekends and Galentine escapes in the mountains — Nelson County has it all 💃🏼
Start planning at nelsoncounty.com 🔥❄️🏔️
@wintergreenresortva 100% open and it feels so good. From Outer Limits to Tyro, conditions are all-time right now. Corduroy mornings, soft turns all day, and laps you won’t want to end. Hard to put it into words, so we’ll just leave this here. 🎥❄️
Come get some while it’s this good.
#Wintergreen #SkiTheBlueRidge #100percentopen
Life’s best moments deserve Virginia wine. 🍇 Made in your backyard. Poured at your table. Shared with the ones who matter most. Discover Nelson County’s incredible wineries, start planning your trip today!
#ToastVirginia #NelsonCounty #Nelson151 #Nelson29 #VirginiaMade #LocalWine
Nelson County is for winter lovers ❄️❤️
And our winter adventures are just getting started ❄️⛷️☃️🏂
Days on the slopes, nights by the fire with good friends and hot toddies 🔥🥃❄️
Start planning your winter escape at nelsoncounty.com
or click the link in bio ✨ #mountaingetaway
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