Not that long ago I had the pleasure of visiting Breaux Vineyards in Purcellville, Virginia.  The internationally acclaimed 404 acre estate has over 100 acres planted in 18 different grape varieties.  Nestled between the hills, the vineyard plantings extend up the Short Hill Mountain. Long vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains can be enjoyed from the tasting room, Patio Madeleine and the landscaped terraces. They are located only an hour from metropolitan DC, Dulles and BWI airports and a short distance from historic Harpers Ferry, WV. Virginia's #1 Winery!   The grounds at...

If you love wine and have a creative touch with a video camera, this is your chance to hit the big time.     They are looking for short, non-commercial videos that are educational and entertaining. Tell the world about your adventures with wine. Wine Spectator editors will select the best entries. The finalists will be posted at Wine Spectator, where the public will pick the winner.  There are great prizes for all the finalists and for everyone who submits a qualified video. The winner will receive two full-access passes to Wine Spectator's Wine Experience, to be held in New York this...

Ok, here is a tasty recipe idea for the holidays or a dinner party. Easily double the ingredients for a larger group. Prep time is a little involved, but doesn't require a degree in rocket engineering. Next time you are looking to prepare an impressive meal for the in laws this is the one. We hope you give it a shot.  Yield:  12 servings Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs. large shallots (about 24) halved lengthwise, peeled 3 Tbsp. olive oil 6 Cups canned beef broth 1 ½ Cups port wine 1 Tbsp. tomato paste 2 3-3 ½ lb. Beef tenderloins (large ends), trimmed 2...