Archive for April, 2009
Virginia Grape Production On The Rise
April 16th, 2009 | 
Author: C-Ville Weekly (4/15/09)
The state’s grape harvest increased by 25 percent last year, according to news from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. That brings total harvest to 7,000 tons, the seventh highest in the nation. Some 3,000 acres are devoted to grape production, with Chardonnay being the number one grape followed by Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Thirty years ago, according to VDACS, a mere 286 acres were devoted to grape production.
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Cassoulet
The Amateur Gourmet – Cassoulet in 10 Easy Steps
This will be my starter Cassoulet. It looks wonderful, and it seems it would pair well with a nice red.
