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Virginia white wines: Time to shine

The US state of Virginia has built its acclaim on red Bordeaux varieties, including its first DWWA Gold in 2024. But Virginia correspondent Lauren Mowery believes its white wines deserve some time in the spotlight, detailing the state's viticultural evolution and recommending 20 top buys.

In June, big news shook the Virginia wine world: the Bouygues family, owner of Bordeaux second-growth Château Montrose, bought RdV Vineyards, marking its first acquisition outside of France.

RdV Vineyards, named for the founder Rutger de Vink, stood in as a ‘first growth’ for Virginia, with a small production of highly allocated wines each costing close to £200.

Not only does the deal testify to the triumph of the state’s quality Bordeaux varieties, but it also reflects the fine wine market’s belief in the future of Virginia viticulture.


Scroll down for tasting notes and scores of 20 Virginia white wines



Virginia white wines: 20 to try


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