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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice on the Overlook
DESCRIPTION:Join us up on the Overlook for BBQ and great wines! We’ll be pouring wines up at our vineyard overlook and celebrating the start of summer together. We’ll be open late up at the Overlook–until 9pm (tasting room closes at 5pm). \nFood: We are offering a BBQ buffet option! Or\, you are welcome to bring your own picnic and make use of the Overlook grill which will be hot and ready. \nThe BBQ buffet (catered by County Smoak) is $20 per person\, and includes: \nPulled pork BBQ\, mac n cheese\, baked beans\, coleslaw\, cornbread and a brownie!\nBBQ buffet will be available from 4-7pm on the Overlook. \nReserve your meal ticket by Friday at noon to guarantee. To reserve\, purchase tickets at this link: https://ankidaridge.orderport.net/wines/Events\nor email an**********@***il.com. \nWhat is the summer solstice? On June 21\, the earth’s meets the sun in the longest day of the year. It’s also the official start of summer (although recent temps may argue otherwise!). The solstice is a special day to many cultures around the world\, especially those with a strong connection to nature. \nCelebrate this special day with us on the overlook with fabulous food\, wines\, views and company!
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/summer-solstice-dinner/
LOCATION:Ankida Ridge Vineyards\, 1304 Franklin Creek Rd\, Amherst\, 24521\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Dinner Series: Bonfire
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off our summer wine dinners with Chef Nate Gagnon of Bonfire\, a chef-owned restaurant in our hometown of Amherst featuring wood fire smoked classics with a fresh spin. Back by popular demand! \nIf you’ve never been to this little gem on Main Street in Amherst\, you are in for a treat. Chef Nate has prepared a fabulous menu for the evening with five Ankida wine pairings. Take a look… \nSelection of imported and domestics cheese meats nuts preserves and fruit\n–paired with Ankida Ridge Brut–\nHouse-smoked Arctic char\, fried polenta fries\, horseradish brined cucumber\, dill\, crème fraîche\, roe.\n–paired with Ankida Ridge Chardonnay–\nSashimi grade diced tuna with grated ginger\, garlic mi poi\, avocado\, crisp rice noodle\, in a pool of Unagi sauce\n–paired with Ankida Ridge Verday–\nHerbed Iberico style tenderloin\, sherry-honey reduction\, smoked paprika & sweet potato purée finished with crispy Jamón bits.\n–paired with Ankida Ridge Pinot Noir–\nToasted milk pannacotta\, with lemon curd\, and amaretto roasted peaches\n–paired with Ankida Ridge Rosé of Pinot Noir– \nOnly 30 seats available.\n$100 per person (gratuities not included).\nTo reserve your seats\, please call 434-241-0164 and leave a voicemail with name\, phone number\, and amount in your party. Confirmations or changes will be texted.
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/summer-dinner-series-bonfire/
LOCATION:Bonfire Burgers & Bourbon\, 188 S Main St\, Amherst\, VA\, 24521\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guitarist Ali Tod plays the Ankida Ridge Terrace
DESCRIPTION:Scottish guitarist and singer Ali Tod brings her unique sound to our terrace! Enjoy a live acoustic experience that gets hands clapping\, hips shaking and feet stomping. \n“Scottish guitarist and singer Ali Tod blends modern percussive fingerstyle guitar techniques with classical training and loop-pedal mastery\, to create a live acoustic experience that gets hands clapping\, hips shaking and feet stomping. If Rodrigo y Gabriela and KT Tunstall combined to make a one-woman show\, it would be Ali Tod.” \nGive her a listen at https://www.alitodmusic.com/music.html\nand reserve your favorite table for the show at https://ankidaridge.orderport.net/reservations \nNo charge to enjoy the music!
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/guitarist-ali-tod-plays-the-ankida-ridge-terrace/
LOCATION:Ankida Ridge Vineyards\, 1304 Franklin Creek Rd\, Amherst\, 24521\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Dinner Series: The Clifton Inn
DESCRIPTION:One of Virginia’s most historic–and romantic–restaurants: the 1799 Restaurant at the Clifton Inn in Charlottesville. Chef Matthew Bousquet blends classical French cuisine with Virginia’s abundant seasonal produce. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to savor the perfect pairing of Clifton and Ankida Ridge creations. \nThe team at the Clifton is busy crafting a special menu for us. We look forward to sharing it as soon as it’s available! \n$135.23 per person (gratuities and fees included) \nSpace is already filling up for this special evening! To reserve your seats\, visit:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/clifton-x-ankida-ridge-wine-dinner-tickets-1382771740499?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawK-ulhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEyeGpsa1lucUNiZ09USkp0AR5DERkyuwWlnAFFSBWEp9Km96LrXFzyPScDLX2Hv1bltyI_rvVK8IGsz5Yjnw_aem_p96y4MFiDMZs27LXvmEtlw \nLimited rooming accommodations are available as well. The Clifton has reserved a room block for our group\, which will be released in soon. If you’d like a room\, get on our waiting list by emailing us at an**********@***il.com.
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/ankida-ridge-wine-dinner-a-midsummer-nights-dream/
LOCATION:Clifton Inn\, 1296 Clifton Inn Drive\, Charlottesville\, 22911\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Dinner Series: Leek & Thistle in Richmond
DESCRIPTION:We’re proud to announce the next wine pairing dinner in our Summer Dinner Series: Leek & Thistle in Richmond. \nAt Leek & Thistle\, Chef Mela Jones creates thoughtful\, nourishing meals with locally sourced ingredients—and stocks the Leek & Thistle market with thoughtful wines and locally made provisions. \nWe look forward to sharing the menu for this special evening as the event date approaches! To join the waiting list\, email an**********@***il.com.
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/summer-dinner-series-leek-thistle-in-richmond/
LOCATION:Leek & Thistle\, 2112 E Main St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23223\, United States
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SUMMARY:Asado on the Overlook with Chef Nate Gagnon
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are now available! Reserve yours here. Tickets are required for this event. \nChef Nate Gagnon of Bonfire is back-—this time for a special Asado experience on the Overlook. Join us from 12-5pm on Saturday Oct 18 for this unique culinary experience\, paired with fabulous wines\, vibrant fall colors and views from the Overlook! \nThis Argentine-style “Asado” is a sight to behold: a whole-hog pig roast cooked over an open flame\, culminating in a meal enjoyed fireside with friends (and great wine!). Chef Nate Gagnon will start the fires for us the night before\, tending to the low and slow cooking of a hog raised right down Franklin Creek Rd\, at Oakshire Farm. \nFrom 1pm-4pm the meal will be served: \n–Asado de cerdo *Pig Roast* (sourced from Oakshire Farm)\n–Spring mix salads (sourced from Sweet Briar College Farm)\n–Grilled ciabatta with olive oil\n–Saffron rice \nOpen-fire cooking connects us with what’s on the plate in a new way. Along with hyperlocal sourcing of ingredients\, it’s a unique opportunity to celebrate the harvest and the abundance of Virginia. In Chef’s words\, we’re “bringing people together with real food\, and knowing where the food comes from.” \nWe’ll enjoy live music by Mirabelle Metcalfe and Jordan Perry\, a Charlottesville-based duo who blend country\, jazz and bluegrass sounds with foot-tapping favorites. \nAnd all the while\, the ladies of Ankida Ridge will keep your glasses full as you can enjoy the splendor of Virginia’s fall colors from the Overlook. \nQuestions? Email us at an**********@***il.com.
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/asado-on-the-overlook-with-chef-nate-gagnon/
LOCATION:Ankida Ridge Vineyards\, 1304 Franklin Creek Rd\, Amherst\, 24521\, United States
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SUMMARY:Winter Wine Weekend at Hotel Madison
DESCRIPTION:Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Valley Conference Center\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n710 South Main Street\, Harrisonburg\, VA\, United States\, Virginia 22801\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for a weekend of pure indulgence and discovery at Hotel Madison’s 6th Annual Winter Wine Weekend happening February 27-28\, 2026! This beloved signature event brings together friends\, family\, wine lovers\, and passionate winemakers for a celebration of flavor\, learning\, and connection. Picture yourself sipping from 16 world-class Virginia wineries during the Grand Tasting\, engaging in a laid-back Winemaker’s Panel\, and ending your evening with a four-course wine-paired dinner crafted by Chef Tassie Pippert! \n\n \nThroughout the day\, dive into experiential classes covering everything from the senses that shape your wine experience to cheese pairings and winemaking insights. There’s also live music\, a dessert reception bubbling with sweet wines\, and even a cozy Sunday brunch. A perfect getaway to elevate your winter – cheers to that!
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/winter-wine-weekend-at-hotel-madison/
LOCATION:Hotel Madison\, 710 South Main Street\, Harrisonburg\, VA\, 22801\, United States
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SUMMARY:Toast to Virginia Wine!
DESCRIPTION:Location: Ankida Ridge Tasting Room \nIn honor of Governor’s Cup\, Virginia’s premier wine competition\, we’ll be opening up the Sparkling Brut and offering bubbly by the glass. And sourdough pizzas by Slice Versa. We hope to bring home another medal this year! \nReservations recommended.
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/toast-to-virginia-wine/
LOCATION:Ankida Ridge Vineyards\, 1304 Franklin Creek Rd\, Amherst\, 24521\, United States
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SUMMARY:Scone and Wine Pairing for Mother’s Day
DESCRIPTION:Location: Ankida Ridge Tasting Room \nBack by popular demand! Join us on Mother’s Day and enjoy a flight of four petite scones by Oakshire Farm\, created to pair with our wines. We’ll have live music—details to follow. \nMake your reservations!
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/scone-and-wine-pairing-for-mothers-day/
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the start of summer with us! We’ll enjoy live music\, spring weather on the mountain\, and BBQ by County Smoak. Additional details to follow.
URL:https://ankidaridge.com/event/memorial-day-sunday/
LOCATION:Ankida Ridge Vineyards\, 1304 Franklin Creek Rd\, Amherst\, 24521\, United States
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