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– Upcoming Events –
Norton Release Party
Saturday, January 21, 2012, 1-5 PM
It's back! Our new 2010 vintage of Virginia Native Norton is being released. We've been sold out of the prior vintage for six months, so we're glad to be back! We'll have music by Mattie Fuller and snacks (yes, chocolate which is such a nice pairing) and our new wine ... and our full wine menu too. Rain or shine, or snow ... you Norton fans have been waiting, we know.
Valentine's Sunday Brunch
Sunday, February 12, 2012 11:30 AM
We are delighted to again be offering our elegant Valentine's brunch this year, with catering by Mark Gresge and the acclaimed l'Etoile restaurant in Charlottesville. Four courses paired with DuCard wines - yum. We'll have our friend Vicky Lee playing the harp and the fireplace will be glowing. Limited seating - advance reservations required - reserve by emailing us. $40 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Menu here.
Rose' Release Party
Saturday, March 3, 2012, 1-5 PM
We didn't know what to expect when we released our inaugural French-style rose last year. Well, it sold out in three months. So we made more in the next vintage - and here it is. Think pink. Think refreshing aperitif. Don't pair it with ANY food! Just enjoy. Come try it out at our unveiling, with live music (not Pink) and fireplace (red and orange).
– Past Events (join us next time) –
Curtis Prince: live and in concert
Sunday, November 13, 2011, 1-5 PM
Curtis Prince is a local singer songwriter with deep local roots and a great sound. You'll enjoy hanging out on the patio with some wine and hearing him play. Come on out - fall color will still be there we expect, but it's fun regardless. No cover charge.
Mattie Rocks ! - music on the patio
Saturday, October 29, 2011, 1-5 PM
Our friend Mattie Fuller returns to DuCard for his fun blend of acoustic, pop, rock and such. Fall color should be fantastic out the back of the tasting room. Combine your visit with a hike of Old Rag Mountain or White Oak Canyon falls - each just five minutes away. No cover charge.
Wings over Wine Country
Saturday, September 17, 2011, 12-4
The Virginia Wildlife Center is bringing a couple of their gorgeous birds - hawks, owls, eagles, etc. - for us to see and enjoy. No charge to you, but we'll make some contibute some of the day's proceeds to support thier great work in education and rehabilitation. Great family event too.
Beat the Heat - Foothills Scenic Wine Trail
Saturday, August 27, 2011, all day
It may be hot up in the asphalt jungle but we will have some mountain breezes and chilled wine to help provide some relief. Come visit both DuCard and Sharp Rock (just up the road). Great local band Scuffletown will be playing at DuCard (2-5), plus we'll have lawn games, fun with water, and more - no cover charge. Sharp Rock will be having special library tastings ($5; proceeds donated to lyme disease research), 1-4. We'll both have fun gifts for everyone. Big fun.
Stonewall Jackson "March on DuCard" and 2nd Corps wine release party
Saturday, August 6, 2011, 1-6 PM
General Stonewall Jackson and his troops will march down the road and into the tasting room, where we will release our new 2nd Corps wine, commemorating the march by Jackson and his 25,000 man army over the mountains around the corner from us, on their way to the Battle of Fredricksburg. Reenactors will make camp at the winery and will be available to detail the live of soldiers on the move. A great event not to be missed. No charge. Family friendly. (March scheduled for 2 PM sharp)
Independence Day - Live music and local fireworks
Monday, July 4, 2011, 2-8 PM
We'll be staying open late, with an afternoon band, Whiskey Wagon on the patio, plenty of munchies available (or feel free to bring your own picnic) - so that we can go straight to the local fireworks afterwards, around the corner at Graves Mt. Lodge or up the road in Sperryville. Great wines, great views, big relaxation - dog and family friendly. Please join us.
CROSSROADS: Art Show and Possum Ridge String Band
Sunday, June 12, 2011, 2-5 PM
We'll be featuring great local artists who will be displaying their Madison County art in a tribute to the late Tucker Hilll, our neighbor and friend. Firnew Farm Artist Circle members will be painting in the vineyard during the afternoon, and the Possum Ridge String Band will be on stage. Come on out - we'll enjoy wine and local foods all day.
Holiday Bash: Lost Souls Concert (and wine tasting)
Sunday, May 29, 2011, 1-5 PM
Join us for a relaxing Sunday afternoon on the long Memorial Day weekend. The fabulous Lost Souls will be playing on the patio and we'll enjoy wine and local foods all day.
Wine-appalooza: Music and Craft Festival
Saturday, May 21, 2011, 11 AM-6 PM+
Join us for our own full day of great local music and Appalachian crafts out on our back lawn. Drink some of our delicious wines and relax at our gorgeous location at the edge of Shenandoah National Park. Bring your own picnic or enjoy BBQ and other local foods that will be available for purchase.
We are excited to announce a great line up of music: Eric Reitz with his peerless and soulful voice, Mandalele with their unique Hawaiian-inspired sound, and Carleigh Nesbit with her fresh country vocals.
  
Crafters include pottery, jewelry, blown glass, metalwork, photography, children's clothes, silhouettes, and more. Artisanal chocolates and organically grown tulip bulbs for sale. Plus a face painter and chair massage too.
$10 admission fee (kids free) - pay at the door OR: Purchase tickets in advance here and get a 10% discount on all bottles of wine that day.
Roses and Rosé - Mother's Day
Sunday, May 8, 2011, 2-6 PM
Join us on Mother's Day with a rose for all the Mom's and discounts on our new Rose wine. In addition Mattie Fuller will be performing on the patio. Mom, bring a picture to show off the little one.
New Vintage Release Party
Saturday, April 30, 2011, 1-6 PM
Join us as we release our new vintage of reds - including two fabulous new wines in our portfolio - a 2009 Petit Verdot single varietal and a 2009 Cabernet Franc Reserve. Both are very limited production wines that we've babied with tender loving care and are now ready to share with you. Our friend Curtis Prince will be on the patio with guitar and vocals to entertain you.
Valentine's Sunday Brunch
Sunday, February 13, 2011, 11:30 AM seating
Here's an elegant idea for you and your special Valentine, at our Madison County tasting room. Charlottesville personal chef Cindy Shepard will be serving a gourmet brunch featuring local ingredients (click here for menu) and paired with DuCard Wines (of course!). Vicky Lee will set the mood with her harp (victorialeemusic.com) $40 per person. Seating is limited. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED - we are sorry that we are NOT able to accomodate any walk-ins. For reservations email us or call 540.923.4206.
Rose Wine Release Party
Saturday, February 12, 2011, 2 - 6 PM
Join us for an afternoon of relaxation and fun in our cozy tasting room, featuring the release of our new Rose wine. It's a Cabernet Franc based dry rose that with wonderful amomas and flavor. Our friend Mattie Fuller will be there with guitar and vocals as well.
Paint the Piedmont Art Opening
Saturday, December 4, 2010, 4:30 - 9:00 PM
Join us for the art show preview and silent auction to benefit the Virginia Outdoors Foundation and the Blue Ridge Foothills Conservancy and their wonderful land preservation work. Gorgeous local art (here's a preview of the preview: link), plus wine and light fare. $45. Space is limited. Contact: thestudioatfirnewfarm@gmail.com for reservations and more information.
Prince Plays
Saturday, November 13, 2010, 2-5 PM
Curtis Prince, that is. Singer-songwrite extraordinaire. Enjoy his sound on the back patios if it's warm, and inside the tasting room if it's not. Either way we'll have warm baguettes and cheeses, chocolates and other local munchies available for sale to pair with the wines.
Mattie Rocks (again)
October 30, 2010, 2-5 PM
Mattie Fuller brings his unique and compelling sound to the back patios again - yes, with super puppy Linus too. Fall foliage should be in full splendor then, making for a wonderful afternoon. Bring your pup too. We'll have warm baguettes and cheeses, chocolates and other local munchies available for sale to pair with the wines.
Preview Mattie Rocks here.
Fall Harvest and Leaf Peep Festival
October 8-11, 2010, 2-5 PM
Join us in this inaugural event as we celebrate the harvest, with music on the patio and great views of the fall color, mountain stream and vineyards - while drinking wine paired with local gourmet foods.
Apple Harvest Festival at Graves Mountain Lodge
October 9-10, and 16-17, 2010
Apples, arts & crafts, music, horse rides and more - 5 minutes down the road. Fun for all ages, followed by wine tasting at DuCard for the adults. Click here for more info.
Beat the Heat !
August 27, 2010, 11 AM - 6 PM
We'll have some cool mountain breezes and nicely chilled white wines to enjoy - plus a special gift for everyone. This is the first annual event for the new Foothills Scenic Wine Trail, with DuCard and our friends and Sharp Rock Vineyards up the road collaborating out in the shadow of the Shenandoah National Park.
Grand Opening Celebration Weekend!
August 8-11, 2010
Please join us as we open to the public with our gorgeous tasting room, great wines and unparalled setting. We'll have music and special events throughout the weekend - and the official ribbon-cutting at 4 PM on Saturday.
The Lost Souls - Eclectic Acoustic Americana Band
Saturday, October 1, 2011, 1-4
It promises to be a great fall afternoon in the country. Come on our and listen to this fun band on our patio while enjoying wine, munchies and views. Maybe combine it with a local hike too. No cover charge.
1st Winemakers' Dinner at DuCard
Saturday, October 8, 2011, 6:30
We are hosting an elegant seven course affair catered by fabulous Charlottesville chefs Ashley and Carter East. Each course is paired with one of our wines - including delicacies such as Balsamic Soaked Fig, Goat Cheese and Arugula Bruschetta and Lamb with Cous Cous Pilaf and Tzatziki Sauce. Picture a gorgeous fall evening on the patio, with candlelight and mountain stream and Shenandoah views. Limited seating, by advance reservation. $85 per person plus tax and gratuity. Email: scott@ducardvineyards.com for full menu and reservations.
Fall Harvest and Leaf Peep Festival
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 14-15-16, 2011
The leaves will be turning on the Shenandoah National Park hillsides and we will be in the middle of our red harvests - a great time to come out and visit us. Vineyard tours and special activities all weekend, plus Beleza Brasil will bring thier incredible samba and funkadelic soul rhythms to the patio on Saturday afternoon. Local barbeque available for purchase too, plus cheese, sausage, baguettes and other munchies. No cover charge.
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