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~ See Virginia in a Day - May 21-22, 2011~
TASTE over 250 wines from the "Best of the Best" VA Wineries all in one place
Shop through the ultimate FANCY FOOD, FINE ART and ARTISAN WINE market
You will be able to purchase the wines you discover at this event.
Find some nice savings and stock your cellar!
RELAX with a special wine-pairing PICNIC to fabulous regional MUSIC
ON SATURDAY STAY for Opening Night of TWILIGHT POLO
ON SUNDAY ENJOY STEEPLECHASE RACES ALL AFTERNOON
Unlimited Wine Tasting, Seminars, Concerts, Kite Flying Exhibition all day both days
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ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
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Time
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Saturday
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Sunday
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12:00
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Music Stage - Valerie Von Fange
Valerie's music offers an eclectic mix of folk, bluegrass, Latin, country and Celtic styles. Valerie has been able to combine her years of classical training with a tantalizing contemporary wine-sipping sound.

Seminar Stage - The Aromas of Wine
Can you describe the fragrance of a fresh peach without saying it "smells" like something else? Wine is a poetic drink. A complex glass of wine can have over a dozen aromas and flavors waiting to be discovered. Start off your wine tasting experience learning about the aromas and nuances of wine.
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Foxhound Parade
Come early on Sunday and watch the Snickersville Foxhound Parade. They are expected to come through the festival at 12:30 with the Steeplechase ponies for a full day of NAPPA Youth Steeplechase racing.

Seminar Stage - Wine Tasting 101
Are you mystified by the endless rows of different wines on store shelves and restaurant wine lists? Learn the varieties and styles of wine. Sample and learn to distinquish the different characteristics of one grape from another in this informative Wine 101 session.
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Time
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Saturday
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Sunday
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1:30
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Music Stage - Billy "T" Wilde
Billy "T" has a reputation for powerful yet soulful
vocals and passionate performances. His music is a blend and
hybrid for his love of classic and modern rock, as well as Funk, R&B and
contemporary Pop music. He provides an exciting, high energy, full
throttle show that rocks the crowd.

Seminar Stage - Twitter Taste Off
You be the judge! Come into our wine laboratory and blind-taste your favorite Virginia varietal from several wineries side by side! Brandon Walsh, of Hosted Wine Tasting, will add a non-VA wine to each flight just to make it interesting. Varietals for this exclusive tasting includes Virginia's best Chardonnays, Viogniers, Cabernets, Merlots and Bordeaux-style Blends.
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Music Stage - Boris Arratia
Enjoy the sound of classical guitar as Boris creates a stunning mix of styles in his performances; from romantic
classical and jazz favorites to fiery flamenco masterpieces. Listen - Wonderful Tonight

Seminar Stage - The "Elasticity" of Wine
Join Shay McNeal, owner and winemaker at Aspen Dale Winery, for an eye-opening pairing discussion. Taste how different exotic culinary selections can transform the flavors of wine in this tasty pairing session.
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Time
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Saturday
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Sunday
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3:00
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Music Stage - Bianca Merkley
Bianca does not look or behave like one might expect from a rock star. Don't be fooled by the mysterious and soft-spoken girl holding the guitar and standing before you in front of the microphone. This girl rocks the house. Listen - Promise

Seminar Stage - The "Elasticity" of Wine
Join Shay McNeal, owner and winemaker at Aspen Dale Winery, for an eye-opening pairing discussion. Taste how different exotic culinary selections can transform the flavors of wine in this tasty pairing session.
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Music Stage - Random Neural Firings
Northern Virginia’s hottest acoustic vocal trio is still trying to find their way to Woodstock with a love of all kinds of music and a
certain je ne sais quoi, a joie de vive, maybe a chateauneuf du pape,…they always deliver a good time.
Guaranteed.

Seminar Stage - I Drink On The Job
Charlie Adler, of TasteDC, turns wine education on its head. Author of "I Drink On the Job", Charlie uses comic anecdotes, stories and life experiences to open up wine "Newbies" minds to a simple concept: wine should be a part of daily meals.
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Time
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Saturday
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Sunday
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4:30
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Music Stage - Random Neural Firings
Northern Virginia’s hottest acoustic vocal trio is still trying to find their way to Woodstock with a love of all kinds of music and a certain je ne sais quoi, a joie de vive, maybe a chateauneuf du pape,…they always deliver a good time. Guaranteed. Listen - Hit the Ground

Seminar Stage - I Drink On The Job
Charlie Adler, of TasteDC, turns wine education on its head. Author of "I Drink On the Job", Charlie uses comic anecdotes, stories and life experiences to open up wine "Newbies" minds to a simple concept: wine should be a part of daily meals.
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Music Stage - Chatham Street
Chatham Street is a duo that combines acoustic guitars, stellar vocals, and a wide range of top-notch songs from a variety of
genres to create an elegant and very entertaining music listening experience.

Seminar Stage - Virginia vs The World
Join Brandon Walsh, of Hosted Wine Tasting, as he puts Virginia Wines to the test in a blind tasting of some of Virginia's best wines against wines from all over the world. Wines include a VA Chardonnay vs.
a non VA Chardonnay, a VA Viognier vs. a non VA Viognier, and a VA Cabernet Sauvignon vs. a non VA Cab Sauv. This interactive tasting will allow you to compare then cast your vote for each wine. Winners will be revealed.
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Time
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Saturday
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Sunday
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Fun
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the
Field
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Wings Over Washington Kite Exhibition

NAKID Kickball

Opening Night of Twilight Polo
This free bonus event starts at 7pm on
Saturday. Your ticket includes it, so plan
to stay for a gorgeous sunset
at Great Meadow.
Arena Polo, Bonfire, Pig Roast,
and a rare treat, Boxwood Winery
will be there with wine
next to the polo arena.
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Wings Over Washington Kite Exhibition

Kids get to make their own stick horse

NAPPA Youth Steeplechase Races
12:30 Snickersville Foxhound parade
1:00 PM Lead Line Trot Race
1:30 PM Sr. Field Masterąs Chase Race
2:00 PM Owner/Rider Timber Race
2:30 PM Foxhunter Timber Race
3:00 PM Jr Pony Field MasterąChase Race
3:10 PM Stick Pony Races
3:40 PM Jr Horse Field Masterąs Chase Race
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Saturday Evening 7-10pm - FREE Bonus Event - Opening Night of Twilight Polo

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ENJOY GREAT WINE, GREAT FOOD and GREAT ENTERTAINMENT
in a GORGEOUS LOCATION

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