The first in the "Washington Weekends" series, "Breaking Away to Virginia and Maryland Wineries" describes the lush, green splendor of the countryside, the charm and beauty of the vineyards and wineries, and the history and personalities of the industry in this up-and-coming wine region. Two pages are dedicated to each of 60 wineries in Virginia and 10 in Maryland, including information about the owners of the winery, directions, hours of operation, and the wines offered. Sprinkled throughout are sidebars on interesting topics that enrich the reader’s wine experience and highlight special places and activities in the area including barrel tasting, the cheeses of Virginia, horseback riding, historic inns, and more. Included are useful maps, the best winery wedding sites, and an ‘aroma wheel’ that enhances the tasting experience.
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"...aimed at Washingtonians looking for weekend getaways." -- Deborah Scoblionkov, Philadelphia Inquirer
"...the freshness and immediacy of this edition will keep it on my shelves for a long time to come." -- Hudson Cattell, Wine East
"Guarantee you'll learn something you didn't know." -- Fred Tasker, Miami Herald, September 7, 2003
"It’s a good guide for anyone who wants to visit these splendid places." -- Maryland Gazette
"...the freshness and immediacy of this edition will keep it on my shelves for a long time to come." -- Hudson Cattell, Wine East
"Guarantee you'll learn something you didn't know." -- Fred Tasker, Miami Herald, September 7, 2003
"It’s a good guide for anyone who wants to visit these splendid places." -- Maryland Gazette
About the Author
Elisabeth Frater has been an oenophile (a connoisseur of wine) for over a decade and an enthusiastic traveler for twice that long. She evaluates a vast array of wines from all regions for the bi-monthly wine column she writes for "Legal Times" and leads group wine tastings. An experienced journalist and lawyer, she also has extensive knowledge about wineries and wine industry trends on both coasts, has studied winemaking, and is a member of the Society of Wine Educators.
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Great Travel Companion,
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This review is from: Breaking Away to Virginia and Maryland Wineries (Washington Weekends) (Paperback)
Comprehensive review of the wineries in Virginia and Maryland. Describes how each of the wineries got started and a bit about the owners, growers, and/or winemakers. Also offers a brief summary of the wines produced. Includes sidebar-type sections on such topics as individual varietals, wine festivals, and competitions. A wonderful resource if you like weekend getaways, beautiful farms, and, of course, sipping wine! Indispensable for budding regional wine connoisseurs and casual travelers alike.
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Great for MD and VA residents and Visitors!,
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Elisabeth Frater's lovely travel guide is great for both residents and visitors. I have lived in Northern Virginia for 13 years and don't even drink alcohol, but I found this book to be useful. Frater gives clear, concise information, but also offers opinions. You hear the facts about each winery, but you also here the stories behind each one.I have enjoyed living in this area much more after using Frater's book to plan weekend trips. Her book was invaluable when family came to visit recently.
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Book arrived much more quickly than I expected...especially it being over the holidays. Great information. A lot of recognizable wineries, close too! Good purchase.
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Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Vidal Blanc, Wine Selections, Seyval Blanc, Blue Ridge, Washington Weekends Recommendation, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Prince Michel, New York, State Route, Naked Mountain, Rose River, White Hall, James River, Petit Verdot, Shenandoah Valley, Lake Anna, Linden Vineyards, Napa Valley, United States, Loudoun Valley, Piedmont Vineyards, Pinot Gris New!
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- The Wines of America by Leon D. Adams on page 2, and Back Matter
- Napa Valley, 4th: Land of Golden Vines (Hill Guides Series) by Kathleen Thompson Hill on page 165, and page 258
- Thomas Jefferson (Gap) (Great American Presidents) by Heather Lehr Wagner on page 2
- Great Destinations the Wineries of the Eastern States (3rd Edition) by Marguerite Thomas on page 8
- The Oxford Companion to Wine by Jancis Robinson in Back Matter
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- Undercover Washington: Where Famous Spies Lived, Worked and Loved (Capital Travels) by Pamela Kessler in Front Matter
- Historic Hotels and Hideaways: Washington Weekends by Trish Foxwell in Front Matter
- A City of Gardens: Glorious Public Gardens In and Around the Nations Capital (Washington Weekends) by Barbara Seeber in Front Matter
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