Virginia celebrates Virginia Wine Month each October with an array of unique wine experiences, wine festivals, winery tours, travel packages and more. First celebrated in 1988, Virginia Wine Month has grown to become an eagerly awaited annual highlight as Virginia's wine production has grown to be ranked as fifth in the nation.
October, at the height of the fall season, is one of the best months of the year to visit Virginia, offering breathtaking autumn painted scenery and comfortable temperatures. For more information about visiting Virginia during Wine Month see:
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By Sheridan Alexander, About.com Guide
A picturesque scene along one of Virginia's wine trails
Photo Credit: Virginia Tourism Corporation
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