Wine features prominently in Catholicism, both sacramentally — becoming the blood of Christ during the consecration at Mass — and symbolically, as Jesus frequently used a vineyard in his parables.

For Catholics, the wedding at Cana, when Jesus turned water into wine, is typically seen as prefiguring the Eucharist but also an affirmation that wine can be a tasteful — and tasty — way to celebrate.

Within the diocese, several parishioners continue the tradition of wine-making. Get to know these Catholic-owned wineries, learn what makes each one unique and see how their faith and work intertwine.

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Win a Week Getaway at our Outer Banks Beach House!

October is Virginia wine month. At Chateau O’Brien, we like to celebrate by giving back to our clients!
Purchase a case of wine during the month of October and you’ll be entered to win a 1-week stay at our gorgeous beach house in the Outer Banks! 

Our beach house is located in Corolla, North Carolina. With 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 half baths, pool, jacuzzi, cabana, game room and many off site amenities, you will be vacationing in style.

 

It’s Virginia wine month – time to buy a case of wine to enter to win a week at our OBX beach house! We’re also featuring all four of our Apple Wines – be sure to check out our wine page for details and to order. Join us at Stribling’s Orchard on the weekends for tastings. We’re offering a Private Cellar tastings – 2 for 1 – on October 16th. Lastly, The Tannat Show with Howard O’Brien will be starting again October 14th! Visit our events page or go to our tasting page, to find out the details or call Howard at 571-238-0033 to make your reservation today!  

 

This August, we’re featuring a rare champagne from France, Grosset Brut at $69 per bottle. We’re offering a Petit Verdot Vertical 2011- 2014 on August 21 – along with our very popular Private Cellar and Exclusive Wine Tasting Packages throughout the month. Visit our events page or go to our tasting page, to find out the details or call Howard at 571-238-0033 to make your reservation today!