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Arterra Estate Reds Winter Release

Start date: January 23, 2025
End date: January 27, 2025
All-day event
Location: Arterra Wines
All Releases

Join us during regular business hours Jan.23rd-27th to try these outstanding wines!

2022 Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Tannat, Crooked Run. This is an impressive vintage – with a limited 96 cases of each wine available -these should not be missed!

We are also excited to announce this release will include our 2023 LATE HARVEST TANNAT!

NOT TO BE MISSED, as this wine is not made every year.

Only 83 cases produced – this is the first opportunity to produce this wine since 2019!   Subtly sweet, refined yet opulent, fruit expressive, and ideal for settling in by the evening fire with your most loved friends & family.  This one will evolve beautifully with age, but also is incredible now.  We can’t say when this wine will happen again – so be sure to get it while you can!

Tastings are free for Club Members during this period…..this is a $48.00 savings.

Arterra Estate Reds Winter Release Dinner

Date: January 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
All Releases

Join us for a very special evening celebrating the release of our 2022 Estate Red Wines at Arterra Wines. This exclusive Winter Release Dinner Pairing will feature a four-course gourmet menu expertly paired with five distinctive estate red wines, including our coveted Late Harvest Tannat.

Owner and Winemaker Jason Murray will personally guide you through this unforgettable tasting experience, sharing insights into the 2022 vintage and the unique attributes of each wine. From the vineyard to your glass, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship and care behind our wines.

Please click the link for menu details and more information.

Candlelight Evening Dinner Series

Date: February 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Candlelight Evening

The beauty of Arterra can be captured through the changing of the seasons, making any time of year an enjoyable reprieve.

Winter brings a quiet stillness of resting trees, broader views of the surrounding landscape and an overall cozy experience.

Our Winter Candlelight Evening series offers an enjoyable winter night excursion. Set in an intimate, softly lit ambiance, this three-course dinner featuring delicious one-of-a kind hearty meals catered by Nomad Provisions. Listen to Live Music by Annie Stokes to lift the Winter doldrums and of course savor all of this with any Arterra Wine of your choosing.

Please see link for menu details and other information.

Cleanly Crafted and Organic Wine Experience

Date: February 22, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Themed Tastings & Classes

Indulge your senses and elevate your wine appreciation with the Cleanly Crafted and Organic Virginia Wine Experience. This exclusive event brings together three of Virginia’s most innovative and passionate winemakers, each dedicated to clean winemaking practices and the art of organic grape growing.

Featuring:

Ben Sedlins of Quartzwood Farm, a small Farmstead in Loudoun County where he cultivates sustainable farming practices and minimalist clean winemaking. Ben is also a Vineyard Manager at Walsh Family Wines.

Karl Hambsch of Loving Cup Winery, a family farm in North Garden VA, is the first and only fully certified organic vineyard in the Mid-Atlantic, focused on American and Hybrid varietals.

Jason Murray is the owner and winemaker at Arterra Wines. Jason is known for making high quality clean wines with all Native yeast fermentations, neutral oak and no chemical additives; and is in pursuit of organic certification working with European vinifera varietals.

What to Expect:

🍷 Nine Wines to Savor: Each winemaker will present three of their finest selections, showcasing the diverse flavors and profiles of Virginia wines crafted with care and sustainability.

🍴 Perfect Pairings: Each wine will be thoughtfully paired with a small plate designed to complement its unique character, enhancing your tasting journey.

Small Plates Include: Smoked Sea Salt Focaccia, Yakitori Chicken Skewers, Mozzerella Stuffed Arancini with Romesco Sauce, Sweet Potato and Caramelized Onion Quiche, Suisse Croissant with Chocolate Sauce

🌱 Engaging Conversations: Every guest will be seated at one of the three winemakers tables to enjoy engaging conversations throughout the experience. Each winemaker will also share with the entire group aspects of their wines for you to gain insights into the world of organic viticulture and clean winemaking. The winemakers will share their stories, techniques, and philosophies while answering your questions in an intimate and interactive setting.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of exquisite wine, delectable food, and meaningful dialogue about the future of sustainable winemaking. Cheers to clean-crafted wines! 🍇

See Link for Tickets!

Candlelight Evening Dinner Series

Date: March 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Candlelight Evening

The beauty of Arterra can be captured through the changing of the seasons, making any time of year an enjoyable reprieve.

Winter brings a quiet stillness of resting trees, broader views of the surrounding landscape and an overall cozy experience.

Our Winter Candlelight Evening series offers an enjoyable winter night excursion. Set in an intimate, softly lit ambiance, this three-course dinner featuring delicious one-of-a kind hearty meals catered by Nomad Provisions. Listen to Live Music by Jeff Brown to lift the Winter doldrums and of course savor all of this with any Arterra Wine of your choosing.

Please see link for menu details and other information.

Arterra Trio- A Vertical Tasting Experience

Date: March 22, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Themed Tastings & Classes

Discover the art of winemaking through the lens of time with the Arterra Trio – A Vertical Tasting Experience. This extraordinary event invites you to explore three vintages of Arterra’s estate reds: Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and Tannat, offering a rare opportunity to savor the evolution of each varietal over the years. Vintage years will include a mix of 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022.

Highlights:

🍷 Nine Exceptional Wines: Taste three vintages of each varietal, uncovering the nuances and character shaped by vintage variations and the winemaker’s touch.

🍴 Gourmet Pairings: Each wine will be expertly paired with a curated small plate, enhancing the unique flavor profiles and enriching your tasting journey.

Small Plates Include: Wood Fired Sour Dough Flat Bread with Olive Oil, Bratwurst filled Pretzel Croissant, Traditional Porchetta, Moroccan Vegetables over Chick Peas, Triple Chocolate Tart

🎙️ Winemaker Insights: Engage in an intimate discussion with Jason Murray, owner and winemaker of Arterra. Learn about his grape-growing philosophy, meticulous winemaking techniques, and the defining attributes of each vintage year and varietal.

This immersive experience is perfect for wine lovers eager to deepen their knowledge of Virginia wine and the complexities of vertical tasting.

See Link for Tickets!

CANDLELIGHT EVENING

Enjoy this extended hours winter experience. Arterra Wines will light up with candles and lanterns to create a cozy winter hide away. Enjoy our heart warming wines, food and live music to fit the relaxing atmosphere.

Candlelight Evening Dinner Series

Date: February 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Candlelight Evening

The beauty of Arterra can be captured through the changing of the seasons, making any time of year an enjoyable reprieve.

Winter brings a quiet stillness of resting trees, broader views of the surrounding landscape and an overall cozy experience.

Our Winter Candlelight Evening series offers an enjoyable winter night excursion. Set in an intimate, softly lit ambiance, this three-course dinner featuring delicious one-of-a kind hearty meals catered by Nomad Provisions. Listen to Live Music by Annie Stokes to lift the Winter doldrums and of course savor all of this with any Arterra Wine of your choosing.

Please see link for menu details and other information.

Candlelight Evening Dinner Series

Date: March 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Candlelight Evening

The beauty of Arterra can be captured through the changing of the seasons, making any time of year an enjoyable reprieve.

Winter brings a quiet stillness of resting trees, broader views of the surrounding landscape and an overall cozy experience.

Our Winter Candlelight Evening series offers an enjoyable winter night excursion. Set in an intimate, softly lit ambiance, this three-course dinner featuring delicious one-of-a kind hearty meals catered by Nomad Provisions. Listen to Live Music by Jeff Brown to lift the Winter doldrums and of course savor all of this with any Arterra Wine of your choosing.

Please see link for menu details and other information.

THEMED TASTINGS & CLASSES

Throughout the winter and early spring Jason Murray (owner and winemaker) will offer themed tastings and classes in the cellar or after hours.

Cleanly Crafted and Organic Wine Experience

Date: February 22, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Themed Tastings & Classes

Indulge your senses and elevate your wine appreciation with the Cleanly Crafted and Organic Virginia Wine Experience. This exclusive event brings together three of Virginia’s most innovative and passionate winemakers, each dedicated to clean winemaking practices and the art of organic grape growing.

Featuring:

Ben Sedlins of Quartzwood Farm, a small Farmstead in Loudoun County where he cultivates sustainable farming practices and minimalist clean winemaking. Ben is also a Vineyard Manager at Walsh Family Wines.

Karl Hambsch of Loving Cup Winery, a family farm in North Garden VA, is the first and only fully certified organic vineyard in the Mid-Atlantic, focused on American and Hybrid varietals.

Jason Murray is the owner and winemaker at Arterra Wines. Jason is known for making high quality clean wines with all Native yeast fermentations, neutral oak and no chemical additives; and is in pursuit of organic certification working with European vinifera varietals.

What to Expect:

🍷 Nine Wines to Savor: Each winemaker will present three of their finest selections, showcasing the diverse flavors and profiles of Virginia wines crafted with care and sustainability.

🍴 Perfect Pairings: Each wine will be thoughtfully paired with a small plate designed to complement its unique character, enhancing your tasting journey.

Small Plates Include: Smoked Sea Salt Focaccia, Yakitori Chicken Skewers, Mozzerella Stuffed Arancini with Romesco Sauce, Sweet Potato and Caramelized Onion Quiche, Suisse Croissant with Chocolate Sauce

🌱 Engaging Conversations: Every guest will be seated at one of the three winemakers tables to enjoy engaging conversations throughout the experience. Each winemaker will also share with the entire group aspects of their wines for you to gain insights into the world of organic viticulture and clean winemaking. The winemakers will share their stories, techniques, and philosophies while answering your questions in an intimate and interactive setting.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of exquisite wine, delectable food, and meaningful dialogue about the future of sustainable winemaking. Cheers to clean-crafted wines! 🍇

See Link for Tickets!

Arterra Trio- A Vertical Tasting Experience

Date: March 22, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
Themed Tastings & Classes

Discover the art of winemaking through the lens of time with the Arterra Trio – A Vertical Tasting Experience. This extraordinary event invites you to explore three vintages of Arterra’s estate reds: Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and Tannat, offering a rare opportunity to savor the evolution of each varietal over the years. Vintage years will include a mix of 2017, 2020, 2021, 2022.

Highlights:

🍷 Nine Exceptional Wines: Taste three vintages of each varietal, uncovering the nuances and character shaped by vintage variations and the winemaker’s touch.

🍴 Gourmet Pairings: Each wine will be expertly paired with a curated small plate, enhancing the unique flavor profiles and enriching your tasting journey.

Small Plates Include: Wood Fired Sour Dough Flat Bread with Olive Oil, Bratwurst filled Pretzel Croissant, Traditional Porchetta, Moroccan Vegetables over Chick Peas, Triple Chocolate Tart

🎙️ Winemaker Insights: Engage in an intimate discussion with Jason Murray, owner and winemaker of Arterra. Learn about his grape-growing philosophy, meticulous winemaking techniques, and the defining attributes of each vintage year and varietal.

This immersive experience is perfect for wine lovers eager to deepen their knowledge of Virginia wine and the complexities of vertical tasting.

See Link for Tickets!

ALL RELEASES

Don’t miss our by-annual wine releases. Whites Release in the spring, Reds in the Fall and occasionally some special wines along the way!

Arterra Estate Reds Winter Release

Start date: January 23, 2025
End date: January 27, 2025
All-day event
Location: Arterra Wines
All Releases

Join us during regular business hours Jan.23rd-27th to try these outstanding wines!

2022 Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Tannat, Crooked Run. This is an impressive vintage – with a limited 96 cases of each wine available -these should not be missed!

We are also excited to announce this release will include our 2023 LATE HARVEST TANNAT!

NOT TO BE MISSED, as this wine is not made every year.

Only 83 cases produced – this is the first opportunity to produce this wine since 2019!   Subtly sweet, refined yet opulent, fruit expressive, and ideal for settling in by the evening fire with your most loved friends & family.  This one will evolve beautifully with age, but also is incredible now.  We can’t say when this wine will happen again – so be sure to get it while you can!

Tastings are free for Club Members during this period…..this is a $48.00 savings.

Arterra Estate Reds Winter Release Dinner

Date: January 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Arterra Wines
All Releases

Join us for a very special evening celebrating the release of our 2022 Estate Red Wines at Arterra Wines. This exclusive Winter Release Dinner Pairing will feature a four-course gourmet menu expertly paired with five distinctive estate red wines, including our coveted Late Harvest Tannat.

Owner and Winemaker Jason Murray will personally guide you through this unforgettable tasting experience, sharing insights into the 2022 vintage and the unique attributes of each wine. From the vineyard to your glass, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship and care behind our wines.

Please click the link for menu details and more information.

CLUB RELEASES

As a Club Member you are given a chance to preview our wines before they are released. These are private Club Member only experiences.

There are no upcoming events.

HAWKMOTH CLASSES

Owner and Resident Artist Sandy Gray-Murray offers a variety of private clay creating and glazing experiences for groups and couples. Contact Sandy to schedule a class, hawkmothartsinfo@gmail.com……Click on the Hawkmoth Arts tab for more detailed class information.

There are no upcoming events.

WINE UNTIL 9

Every 1st Friday and 2nd Saturday May-October Arterra will stay open until 9PM. There will be live music and a camp fire to enjoy while you drink some delicious wine! Rain or Shine its always fun!

There are no upcoming events.

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

There are no upcoming events.

SUMMER SOLSTICE

Enjoy an afternoon of live music to celebrate the summer solstice.

There are no upcoming events.

FALL VINEYARD TOURS

Every Fall, Jason Murray (owner and wine maker) will offer vineyard tours to showcase our fruit management, discuss how the given vintage year has affected the fruit and review how Arterra approaches grape growing to ensure high quality ripe fruit year after year.

There are no upcoming events.

HARVEST DINNER

Join us for a Limited Seating Harvest Dinner Celebration, honoring another successful season. There is no better way to enjoy Arterra than to watch the sunset, listen to some live music, enjoy some appetizing food and savor our delicious wine.
D.C. Musician Burke Ingraffia will be joining us for both events. Burke Ingraffia is a singer/songwriter whose folk and jazz songs have been compared to Mose Allison, Michael Franks, Bob Dorough, and James Taylor. His clear and pleasant voice adds a touch of honesty to his hopeful and witty lyrics.
All Food Prepared by Nomad Provisions…..

 

There are no upcoming events.

WINTER SOLSTICE

Enjoy an afternoon of live music, mulled apple wine and delicious cookies to celebrate the Winter Solstice.

There are no upcoming events.