by Richard G. Leahy (Author)
Beyond Jefferson's Vines (third edition, 2020) is the complete story of wine in Virginia, from the Jamestown Settlement, to Thomas Jefferson and his vineyard at Monticello, to the thriving world-class wine industry of today. It focuses on the last decade and explains how vintners today have achieved the success Jefferson only dreamed of. This new, expanded third edition features a foreword by renowned British wine writer Steven Spurrier. The book blends history with travelogue along with personal interviews with key industry members to help you gain a full understanding of the subject. Wineries featured are only those with recent silver and gold medals in the Governor's Cup competition.You'll have a new appreciation for the quality Virginia wine has achieved today, and the risk these dedicated people take in their dogged pursuit to realize Jefferson's dream of a fine wine industry in Virginia.