Real Estate, Wine, & More Podcast w/ Howard Fletcher

**This is our last episode of Season One! Thank you for your support!** Join Howard Fletcher as he has a sit down with Renee Ventrice of Cork & Keg Tours at 50West Vineyards in beautiful Middleburg, VA. Renee, a lover of Loudoun County and wine expert, shares her experiences during her journey from Navy vet, to California wine lover, to Virginia wine connoisseur, to wine industry entrepreneur and valued member of the Virginia wine and business community. More on Cork and Keg Tours: Cork & Keg Tours creates unforgettable winery and brewery tours for individuals, couples & small groups, combining wine tastings & craft brew visits with sophisticated fun in the beautiful wine country of Loudoun County, VA. Their customized Mercedes Sprinter Limo Van features spacious, comfortable perimeter seating and the l atest lighting & sound technology. Connect with Cork and Keg Tours on:   Website:   https://www.corkandkegtours.com/ (https://www.corkandkegtours.com/)  Facebook  :  https://www.facebook.com/CAKTours/ (https://www.facebook.com/CAKTours/)  Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/corkandkegtours/ (https://www.instagram.com/corkandkegtours/)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/corkandkegtours/ (https://twitter.com/corkandkegtours/)     https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard Fletcher as he travels to picturesque Bluemont, Virginia to have a conversation with Scott Spelbring, Master Cider Maker of Henway Hard Cider. We discuss all things Virginia cider and new delicious creations to come from Henway. More on Henway Hard Cider: Going back five generations, the Horlander family gathered around their dinner table every Sunday night for family dinner. Herman Graham Horlander, a grower of fowl and meat processor, proudly served chicken at every Sunday dinner.  Grandfather Horlander always knew the history of that particular bird, as he was the one responsible for its pre-table existence. Guests and family members alike would always remark on the marvelous platter of hen as it was being passed around the table.  Inevitably, someone would always ask grandfather Horlander, “what’s a hen weigh?” To which he would joyfully respond, “about five pounds!” This scenario was repeated over the course of many years and many chicken dinners, and Grandfather Horlander was proud of his contribution. Connect with Henway Hard Cider on:   Website:   https://www.henwayhardcider.com/ (https://www.henwayhardcider.com/)  Facebook  :  https://www.facebook.com/henwayhardcider/ (https://www.facebook.com/henwayhardcider/)  Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/henwayhardcider/ (https://www.instagram.com/henwayhardcider/)     https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard Fletcher as he travels to picturesque Bluemont, Virginia to have a conversation with Scott Spelbring, Head Winemaker of Bluemont Vineyard. Howard and Scott discuss his evolution from sound engineer, to home vigneron, to cellar rat at Sunset Hills Vineyard, to his present highly skilled position as head winemaker. More on Bluemont Vineyard: In 1993, the Zuschmeide family purchased a farm in Bluemont, Virginia, which is now home to Great Country Farms. As the Zurschmeide family nurtured the soil back into production, they envisioned using some of the adjoining land on the slopes above their farm for cultivating grapes for winemaking. The opportunity to realize this dream came true when the family was able to purchase the 100 acres that is now home to Bluemont Vineyard. Bluemont Vineyard was established in 2007 when the first grape vines came into full production and now grows over ten varietals of grapes, including Viognier, Norton, and Cabernet Franc. Connect with Casanel Vineyards & Winery on:   Website:   https://www.bluemontvineyard.com/ (https://www.bluemontvineyard.com/)   Facebook  :https://www.facebook.com/BluemontVineyardStable/ (https://www.facebook.com/BluemontVineyardStable/)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluemontvineyard/ (https://www.instagram.com/bluemontvineyard/)    https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/bluemont_wine (https://twitter.com/bluemont_wine ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard Fletcher as he returns to beautiful Leesburg, Virginia to have a conversation with Casanel winemaker Katie DeSouza Henley. Katie is one of the most innovative and talented winemakers in the area. We discuss the evolution of her family’s business from a passion project of her father to one of the best wineries in Loudoun County. More on Casanel Vineyards and Winery: Casanel Vineyards boast over 10,000 grape vines with varieties that define regions (Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Sauvignon), and also characterize it as a Virginia farm winery (Carménère, Petit Verdot, and Norton). The family has renovated and restored the historical buildings on the property as well. They have re-used the wood and stone of the  land, combining the old world with the new. As a result, the setting is perfect for enjoying the spectrum of wine they offer. They are an estate winery. However, if they on occasion have to source off site, they choose to source quality fruit from their neighbors in Loudoun County. Their mission is to produce wines that would highlight the uniqueness, character, and elegance of Northern Virginia terroir. Connect with Casanel Vineyards & Winery on:   Website:   https://casanelvineyards.com/ (https://casanelvineyards.com/)   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CasanelVineyardsandWinery/ (https://www.facebook.com/CasanelVineyardsandWinery/)    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casanelvineyards/ (https://www.instagram.com/casanelvineyards/)    https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/Casanel (https://twitter.com/Casanel)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard Fletcher as he travels to Leesburg, Virginia to have a conversation with Doug Fabbioli, co-owner and head winemaker of Fabbioli Cellars. Doug is so passionate and dedicated to his craft and Virginia wine, he has been given the honored moniker:  the “Godfather of Loudoun Wines.” This is a good one. So, don’t miss it!  More on Fabbioli Cellars: Fabbioli Cellars has an incredible network of family, friends, employees, and volunteers that contribute year-round to their endeavors. From planting to pruning, crushing to bottling, and delivering to pouring, the team at Fabbioli Cellars is key to the success of their rapidly growing business. Bound by a common passion for fine wines, earth-friendly farming, and lasting friendships, everyone at Fabbioli Cellars revels in the challenges that each day brings while keeping confident that their efforts will not only bring them closer together, but will positively impact the experiences of each customer and the community, while showcasing the best in Loudoun’s rural economy. ***TO CONTACT THE NEW AG SCHOOL:  http://newagschool.org/ (http://newagschool.org/)  *** Connect with Fabbioli Cellars on:   Website:   http://www.fabbioliwines.com/ (http://www.fabbioliwines.com/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fabbioli-Cellars-50160119338/ (https://www.facebook.com/Fabbioli-Cellars-50160119338/)    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ ( )https://www.instagram.com/fabbioliwines/ (https://www.instagram.com/fabbioliwines/)   https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/fabbioliwines?lang=en (https://twitter.com/fabbioliwines?lang=en)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard Fletcher as he travels to Centreville, VA to The Winery at Bull Run to have a conversation with the winemaker, J. Ashton Lough.  Ashton started making wine for establishment in 2012 and is responsible for all aspects of their winemaking program. He has worked as a winemaker since he graduated from the University of Georgia with degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Throughout his career in the wine industry he has received numerous awards including best winemaker, four years in a row.  More on The Winery at Bull Run: Established in 2012 as a scenic working farm vineyard, The Winery at Bull Run lies on 225 acres adjacent to Manassas National Battlefield Park and next door to an equestrian farm. The winery itself was built to represent the two types of historic barns in Northern Virginia—a smaller 1800s-style barn and a larger 1920s-era dairy barn complete with a hayloft and hay lift cable and beam. The owners’ passion for the history of the land led them to create the largest working farm in Fairfax County and to salvage the old stone foundation of the Hillwood Mansion, burned in a fire some 30 years ago. Connect with The Winery at Bull Run on:   Website:    https://www.wineryatbullrun.com/ (https://www.wineryatbullrun.com/)   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWineryAtBullRun/ (https://www.facebook.com/TheWineryAtBullRun/)   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ ( )https://www.instagram.com/wineryatbullrun/ (https://www.instagram.com/wineryatbullrun/)    https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/wineryatbullrun/ (https://twitter.com/wineryatbullrun/)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines (  ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard Fletcher as he travels down to Middleburg, VA to speak with Melanie Natoli.  She is the winemaker and vigneron of Cana Vineyards and Winery. Melanie joined Cana in 2015, and she has advanced the wine program at Cana to produce several award winning vintages.  In 2017, she was the first Virginia winemaker to be named Woman Winemaker of the Year at the Women’s International Wine Competition. In other words, she is one of the best at what she does. More on Cana Vineyards & Winery: Cana is located on 43-acres of farmland in the gorgeous Loudoun countryside. It is the perfect location to unwind and safely enjoy Virginia Wine Country. Cana’s Tasting Room and Sunset Pavilion are situated on a picturesque hillside, with many comfortable areas to enjoy Cana wines while taking in the beauty of the mountains and vineyards.  Connect with Cana Winery & Vineyards on:   Website:    https://canavineyards.com/ (https://canavineyards.com/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/868EstateVineyards/ ( )https://www.facebook.com/canavineyards (https://www.facebook.com/canavineyards)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ ( )https://www.instagram.com/canavineyards/ (https://www.instagram.com/canavineyards/)   https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/canavineyards (https://twitter.com/canavineyards) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines (  ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

This is Part 2 our visit to One Eight Distilling in Washington, DC. Join Howard as he engages in conversation with their Head Blender, Stephen Corrigan. If you haven’t heard last week’s episode, please go check it out. It will tell you how One Eight got started and an overview of the great things they are doing there.  More on One Eight Distilling: One Eight Distilling is named for Article One Section Eight of the US Constitution, which among other things provided for the establishment of a district to serve as the nation’s capital. The connection to history and tradition informs the company’s founding values:  “We use local ingredients to create the bold flavors of our region for the people who take no shortcuts.”  Connect with One Eight Distilling on:   Website:    https://www.oneeightdistilling.com/ (https://www.oneeightdistilling.com/) https://www.blackankle.com/ (  ) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/868EstateVineyards/ ( )https://www.facebook.com/OneEightD (https://www.facebook.com/OneEightD)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ ( )https://www.instagram.com/oneeightd/ (https://www.instagram.com/oneeightd/)  https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/OneEightD (https://twitter.com/OneEightD)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines (  ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard as he welcomes Sandy Wood and Alex Laufer co-founders of One Eight Distilling in Washington, DC. These two men are visionaries and influencers in D.C.’s growing craft distilling industry More on One Eight Distilling: One Eight Distilling is named for Article One Section Eight of the US Constitution, which among other things provided for the establishment of a district to serve as the nation’s capital. The connection to history and tradition informs the company’s founding values:  “We use local ingredients to create the bold flavors of our region for the people who take no shortcuts.”  Connect with One Eight Distilling on:   Website:    https://www.oneeightdistilling.com/ (https://www.oneeightdistilling.com/) https://www.blackankle.com/ (  ) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/868EstateVineyards/ ( )https://www.facebook.com/OneEightD (https://www.facebook.com/OneEightD)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ ( )https://www.instagram.com/oneeightd/ (https://www.instagram.com/oneeightd/)  https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/OneEightD (https://twitter.com/OneEightD)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines (  ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard as he speaks with entrepreneurs and partners, Elliott Johnson and Jahi Warts of https://soulmega.com/ (Soul Mega Brewing) in Washington, D.C. Soul Mega’s team mission is to be recognized in the craft beer industry for their “stylistically un-styled craft beer offerings and to create a culture that embraces creativity and inclusion.” Soul Mega means “the embodiment of something great.” It represents the co-founders' vision for the company and their belief that their dream will manifest much larger than we can presently imagine. Soul Mega serves as a reminder to the limitless potential of the human spirit.   Connect with Soul Mega Brewing on:   Website:    https://soulmega.com (https://soulmega.com ) Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SoulMegaDC (https://www.facebook.com/SoulMegaDC)  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/soulmegadc/ Twitter:        https://twitter.com/SoulMegaDC https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( ) Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:    Website:       https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:    https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:         https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard and John Sporing, owner of a Life Well Drunk, a business that provides wine experiences around the world. He is also the creator and host of Wine Uncensored on YouTube.   About John Sporing:  John Sporing is a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) Advanced certified, and continues to work on his diploma in wine and spirits (DWS). So, that is why Howard thought he was someone you should meet. Enjoy! Connect with John Sporing & A Life Well Drunk on:   Website:    https://alifewelldrunk.com/ (https://alifewelldrunk.com/) https://www.blackankle.com/ (  ) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/868EstateVineyards/ ( )https://www.facebook.com/ALifeWellDrunk (https://www.facebook.com/ALifeWellDrunk)   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ ( )https://www.instagram.com/alifewelldrunk (https://www.instagram.com/alifewelldrunk) https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/alifewelldrunk (https://twitter.com/alifewelldrunk)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines (  ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard and Tolga Baki, owner and master brewer of Hillsborough Brewing. He is also the owner of Belly Love, a craft brew pub in Leesburg, VA.   About Hillsborough Brewing:  Hillsborough Brewing is located on the grounds of Hillsborough Vineyards, which is owned and operated by Tolga’s family. The Baki family began their dream by planting each vine by hand in 2003 after which, the first wines out of the tasting room the following year.  Howard’s guest, Tolga, assisted in the development and marketing of the vineyard and later turned his own brewmaster skills into reality by adding amazing craft beers to the tasting room line-up. Connect with Hillsborough Brewing on:   Website:    https://www.hillsboroughwine.com/ (https://www.hillsboroughwine.com/) https://www.blackankle.com/ (  ) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/868EstateVineyards/ ( )https://www.facebook.com/HillsboroughWine (https://www.facebook.com/HillsboroughWine)    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ ( )https://www.instagram.com/hillsboroughwine/ (https://www.instagram.com/hillsboroughwine/)  https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (  ) Twitter:       https://twitter.com/868estate ( )https://twitter.com/hillsborowine (https://twitter.com/hillsborowine)   https://twitter.com/blackanklevines (  ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:      https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

BTP_CabooseBrewing_Show Notes Join Howard as he speaks to Matt Furda, Head Brewer of Caboose Brewing of Vienna and Merrifield, Virginia. Matt’s favorite Caboose beer is their Mexican Style Lager, Bienvenidos. He’s excited to create fun one-off beers, especially wild-fermented sour beers. So, if you like innovative flavors and want to learn more about how it is done, this is the show for you. About Caboose Brewing: The McLaughlin and Greer families made the leap into the brewing world on May 5, 2015 when they opened Caboose Brewing Company and Caboose Tavern in Vienna, VA. The name comes from the historic red caboose in Vienna as well as the W&OD railroad line that winds through the picturesque town. Just as the nationwide Rails to Trails system has embraced the remnants of the industry to build something for the community, Caboose too, has revitalized the skeletal remains of our industrious past to bring a unique spark back to the community. Fast forward a few years, and you have the restoration of another relic of the past transformed into Caboose Commons. This new model opened its doors in September, 2018, and launched a coffee house/ brewery hybrid that awakes with the early birds and carries on into the evening offering the same community and upholding the same values that have inspired Caboose from its inception. Connect with Caboose Brewing Co. on:   Website:  https://caboosebrewing.com/ (https://caboosebrewing.com/) https://www.blackankle.com/ ( ) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caboosebrewing/ (https://www.facebook.com/caboosebrewing/)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caboosebrewing/ (https://www.instagram.com/caboosebrewing/)  Twitter:    https://twitter.com/CabooseBrewing (https://twitter.com/CabooseBrewing)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:   https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:    https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard and Nancy Deliso, co-owner and Marketing Guru of 868 Estate Vineyards, as they talk about the story of how three families who share a passion for wine came together in 2012 to open an award-winning vineyard, winery, and restaurant on the Loudoun County Wine Trail.   About 868 Estate Vineyards:   Three families in pursuit of a shared passion joined forces to create 868 Estate Vineyards on the Loudoun County Wine Trail.The adventure began when Peter Deliso, Wendy Charron and Carl DiManno, all with a strong interest in amazing wine and hospitality experiences, decided to take the bold step to open a premier vineyard and winery. The group began the long search throughout Northern Virginia for the right combination of soils, beautiful views, and friendly neighbors. Three years later (2012), their dream became reality when Peter Deliso, Wendy Charron and Carl DiManno, together with their families, established 868 Estate Vineyards on 120 acres of forests, orchards and gardens on Harpers Ferry Road. In the tasting room, they pour a variety of wines including Pinot Grigio, Rose’, Chardonnay, Merlot, Bordeaux blends and others.  They have over 22 acres of vines planted and produce over 4,000 cases of wine per year. Connect with 868 Estate Vineyards on:   Website:     https://868estatevineyards.com/ (https://868estatevineyards.com/) https://www.blackankle.com/ ( ) Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/868EstateVineyards/ (https://www.facebook.com/868EstateVineyards/)  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/868estate/ (https://www.instagram.com/868estate/) https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ ( ) Twitter:        https://twitter.com/868estate (https://twitter.com/868estate)  https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( ) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( )Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:   Website:       https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:    https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:    https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:         https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

BTP_Show Notes_Lost Creek Vineyards & Winery IN THIS EPISODE, Howard speaks with Aimee Henkle, co-owner of the Vineyards & Winery at Lost Creek.  Aimee’s  passion for wine and love for business, Virginia, and Loudoun County inspired her and her husband Todd to purchase Lost Creek Vineyards and Winery in 2012.  She is also the President of the Loudoun Wineries Association.  Her goal is to show how great Virginia wines can be. And, she is doing just that. This is a good one. Download and listen! Connect with Lost Creek Vineyards & Winery on:  Website: https://www.lostcreekwinery.com/ (https://www.lostcreekwinery.com/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lostcreekvineyard/ (https://www.facebook.com/lostcreekvineyard/)  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lostcreekwinery/ (https://www.instagram.com/lostcreekwinery/) https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ ( ) Twitter:  https://twitter.com/wineatlostcreek (https://twitter.com/wineatlostcreek) https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ( ) Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  Website:https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)   

Join Howard as he has a conversation with Jim Law, the founder and winemaker of Linden Vineyards in Linden, Virginia. They discuss the evolution of Virginia wine culture, wine as an agricultural product, Jim's patient and classic method of Old World winemaking and much more! About LInden Vineyards: One of Virginia’s premier wineries, Linden Vineyards is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, 60 miles west of Washington DC. The entire wine production of 4,000 cases comes exclusively from three distinct vineyard sites. Linden is best known for single vineyard bottlings of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Bordeaux variety red blends. Connect with Linden Vineyards on:  Website: https://www.lindenvineyards.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Linden-Vineyards/ Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  Website:https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard and Melissa Schulte, General Manager of Black Ankle Vineyards, as they talk about her story on getting into the wine industry in Maryland. We also discuss how the changing face of wine culture in the state has deepened her appreciation of their customers  – especially in the midst of Covid restrictions. Melissa also shares some advice for anyone who’s interested in delving into a winery as a business. About Black Ankle Vineyards:  Ed Boyce and Sarah O’Herron, owners and founders of Black Ankle Vineyards, were wine drinkers and wine lovers long before they decided to give grape growing and winemaking a try.  For Ed, it started with a special bottle of wine one Thanksgiving: a 1979 Mouton Rothschild (incidentally, the critics consider this vintage very disappointing for Mouton!); for Sarah, it evolved as she grew up in a family in which drinking wine was part of every special occasion.  After years of simply appreciating wine, they began to wonder about the differences in the wines they were drinking. The wine enthusiasts were fascinated by the questions of why certain wines made foods taste better, while others seemed to overwhelm the drinker, why some wines revealed layers of subtlety and nuance, while others seemed to show all their stuff in the first sip, and what went into making wines of different styles and character.  The more they learned about what goes into making a bottle of wine, the more fascinating the whole process became to them. After much “happy research” and travel around the world, they decided to try their hands at making the kinds they liked to drink right here in Maryland.   I’d say they succeeded.  Connect with Black Ankle Vineyards on:  Website:https://www.blackankle.com/ (https://www.blackankle.com/ ) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/blackankle/ (https://www.facebook.com/blackankle/ ) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ (https://www.instagram.com/blackanklevineyards/ ) Twitter:https://twitter.com/blackanklevines (https://twitter.com/blackanklevines ) Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  Website:https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/ ) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ) Twitter:https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard and Beth Erickson, President and CEO of Visit Loudoun, as they spend an episode chatting about the craft beverage industry in Loudoun County.   In this episode you will learn:  Locals, Businesses, and Officials – Shaping the Loudoun County Wine Scene.  Running craft brewery beyond wine and the secret sauce of each craft breweries.  Clusters of wine experiences in Loudoun County.  Why craft beverage is a beautiful experience no matter what.  Craft beverage moving forward – Supporting Local!   About Visit Loudoun:  Visit Loudoun is the destination marketing organization (DMO) for Loudoun County and its incorporated towns. The organization is charged with developing and implementing a comprehensive destination marketing program designed to attract visitors to the region who in turn generate economic, employment taxes for the region. Visit Loudoun also works with the industry to implement a county-wide tourism destination development strategy.  Visit Loudoun is committed to the diverse and culturally rich community we serve and to ensuring that Loudoun County is a welcoming destination.  To be a "must visit" destination supported by a community that recognizes the economics and quality of life benefits that come from sharing our home with visitors. Loudoun County will be the preferred east coast destination for lovers of artisanal, epicurean, and culturally rich experiences.  To stimulate the sustainability and enhancement of Loudoun County's economy and quality of life by advocating for smart destination development and marketing an exceptional experience to travel consumers worldwide.  Connect with Visit Loudoun on:  Website: https://www.visitloudoun.org/ (https://www.visitloudoun.org/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VisitLoudoun/ (https://www.facebook.com/VisitLoudoun/)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitloudoun/ (https://www.instagram.com/visitloudoun/)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/VisitLoudoun (https://twitter.com/VisitLoudoun)    Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)     

Join Howard and Kenny Borkmann, Master Brewer of Brookeville Beer Farm, as they spend an episode chatting about Kenny's history in the business and the craft beer industry in Maryland.    About Visit Brookville Beer Farm:  A European style beer hall with an iconic steeple top and circular bar, Brookeville Beer Farm in Montgomery County, MD has been a staple for locals since July of 2016.  Connect with Visit Brookeville Beer Farm on:  Website: https://www.brookevillebeerfarm.com/ (https://www.brookevillebeerfarm.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brookevillebeerfarm/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookevillebeerfarm/ (https://www.instagram.com/brookevillebeerfarm/) Twitter: https://twitter.com/brookevillebeer    Catch Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)     

Join Howard Fletcher and his conversation with Jeff Ramirez, co-founder and Chief Beer Officer of Denizens Brewing Co. In this role, Jeff is responsible for all aspects of beer production, both for taproom and wholesale consumption. In addition to brewing over 150+ beers to-date and developing a popular core lineup, making Denizens one of the most popular craft breweries in Montgomery County, Maryland. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Jeff has brewed his entire professional life having previously worked in breweries in the Philadelphia, PA area and Boulder, CO. Jeff's experiences at the Siebel Institute and World Brewing Academy and how they shaped his brewing style. How Jeff found himself starting the first legal craft brewing business in Montgomery County, Maryland.   Jeff successfully established an extensive barrel aging program at Denizens. And much more!  ~  You can find Denizens Brewing Co. on:  • Website: https://www.denizensbrewingco.com/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/citizensbrewco/ (https://www.facebook.com/citizensbrewco/) • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denizensbrewing/ (https://www.instagram.com/denizensbrewing/) You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  • Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard Fletcher in Loudoun, Virginia, with Nate Walsh, the winegrower and one of the owners of Walsh Family Wine. In their company, Nate and his wife, Sarah, make a great team. They produce delicious, authentic Virginia premium wines. Learn more about their business, Nate’s experiences in the wine industry, and more. Enjoy the episode now!  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How Nate got into the wine industry even though he didn’t know a lot about wine.  You can make very different things out of kind of the same starting point.  Before Nate was drinking wine at home, he was drinking at work!  His wife Sarah has been an incredible help in his journey and career.  He worked as a head winemaker at the Sunset Hills Vineyard.  And much more!   ~  About Walsh Family Wine:  Nate Walsh is a career winegrower. Starting as a cellar rat at Horton Vineyards, in Central, Virginia, he went on to work in vineyards and wineries in the Willamette Valley and Central Otago before spending seven years as the winemaker and vineyard manager for Sunset Hills Vineyard, in Purcellville, Virginia, during a time of large expansion. During this time, he began searching for a site from which he knew one could create truly premium Virginia wine.  Sarah, conversely, comes from a background of fine dining, fine wine sales, and wine education. Beginning her career at restaurants in Chicago, Atlanta, and Northern Virginia, Sarah shifted into fine wine sales, working for a wholesaler/importer on the East Coast. She holds a Diploma from the Wine & Spirits Education Trust.   Sarah and Nate met in 2012, married in 2013, and founded Walsh Family Wine in 2014.   ~  You can find Walsh Family Wine on:  • Website: https://www.walshfamilywine.com/ (https://www.walshfamilywine.com/)  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walshfamilywine/ (https://www.facebook.com/walshfamilywine/)  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walshfamilywine/ (https://www.instagram.com/walshfamilywine/)  You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on:  • Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/)  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  • Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard Fletcher in Loudoun, Virginia with Scott Harris, one of the founders of the Catoctin Creek. Scott and his wife, Becky, started this business because of their love for winemaking. They are the first legal distillery in Loudoun County, Virginia since the prohibition. Catoctin Creek continuously produces and provides their customers the finest spirits in Virginia.   In this episode, you’ll learn: ·      Transitioning from working in the telecommunications industry and the government to finally opening their business. ·      The story of Scott’s light bulb moment that made him decide he wants to start his own distillery. ·      He worked at a winery in the great state of Starkville, Mississippi. ·      Why did they decide to move to Loudoun County, Virginia’s wine country, and start a distillery even when there were already 40 wineries there? ·      George Washington's Distillery became the largest commercial distillery in the United States. ·      And much more!  ~ About Scott Harris: Scott graduated with honors from Georgia Tech. He spent the last twenty years building a software career in telecommunication systems and government IT solutions and traded it all in for the chance to own and run his own distillery. Liquors of all types are his greatest love (besides Becky, of course). Whiskeys from Scotland, Ireland, and the United States. Brandy from France and Germany. And eclectic German bitters called Boonekamp. "It's good for the digestive!" as his old German grandmother used to say. ~ You can find Catoctin Creek on: ·      Website: https://catoctincreekdistilling.com/ (https://catoctincreekdistilling.com/) ·      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catoctincreek/ (https://www.facebook.com/catoctincreek/) ·      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catoctincreek/ (https://www.instagram.com/catoctincreek/) ·      Twitter: https://twitter.com/catoctincreek/ (https://twitter.com/catoctincreek/) You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ·      Website:https://barreltastingpod.com/ ( https://barreltastingpod.com/) ·      Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod ( https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  ·      Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod ( https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  ·      Twitter:https://twitter.com/fletchDC ( https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard Fletcher in Silver Spring, Maryland, with Christian Layke, the Co-owner, CEO, and Master Brewer of the Silver Branch Brewing Company. They talk all about the company’s amazing services, using various brewing styles of other countries in making their products. They serve different kinds of beer, wine, cocktails, and coffee! And as they like to say, “Silver Branch’s beers will be multi-dimensional so that the last sip of your last beer is as pleasing as the first sip of your first beer.” In this episode, you’ll learn: ·      How Christian fell in love with the process of making beer that eventually turned into his career. ·      Recapturing cultural experiences and using those different styles in the recipe. ·      Describing the taste and brewing styles of Asian beer. ·      All about the pilsners and the balanced beers of Central Europe. ·      Emerald Castle, a green lager made by the Silver Branch Company. ·      What are the Silver Branch Brewing flagship beers? ·      And more!  ~ About Silver Branch Brewing: Silver Branch Brewing Company is a production brewery and taproom located in the heart of Downtown Silver Spring immediately adjacent to the Silver Spring red line metro stop. Silver Branch was founded by Christian Layke and Brett A. Robison in January 2017. As long-time beer lovers with an appreciation for the four major brewing cultures, they will brew and serve excellent beer inspired by European and American beer traditions. Silver Branch’s beers will be multi-dimensional so that the last sip of your last beer is as pleasing as the first sip of your first beer. We look forward to welcoming you into our taproom fall of 2018. ~ You can find Christian Layke and Silver Branch Brewing on: ·      Website: https://www.silverbranchbrewing.com/ (https://www.silverbranchbrewing.com/) ·      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/silverbranchus/ (https://www.facebook.com/silverbranchus/) ·      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silverbranchus (https://www.instagram.com/silverbranchus) ·      Twitter: https://twitter.com/silverbranchus/ (https://twitter.com/silverbranchus/) You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ·      Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ·      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod)  ·      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod)  ·      Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC) 

Join Howard as he makes a little trip down to Virginia wine country, to the town of Leesburg, to meet Bill Hatch of Zephaniah Farm Vineyard, a place that Travel and Leisure magazine named as one of its top 25 wineries in the United States in 2018. They’re going to talk about Zephaniah Farm Vineyard’s rich history and how they were able to transform their dairy farm into a thriving vineyard that sells some of the best wines in the country. In this episode, you’ll learn: ●     The story behind Zephaniah Farm Vineyard. From dairy farming to wine growing! ●     The wins and challenges of growing grapes in Virginia’s climate. ●     What grape varieties grow best in the area? ●     Understanding Virginia wine and its difference from California wine varieties ●     Why you should focus on making the wine first before doing the business ●     And more!  About Zephaniah Farm Vineyard:  Zephaniah is a Loudoun County farm winery proud of handcrafting fine wines from the grapes we grow on the family farm. It is a family winery on a third-generation family farm. The winery is named after our great- grandfather Zephaniah. Our wine is carefully crafted by Bill and Tremain Hatch, a father and son team. Bill and Tremain grow our grapes. Their attentive, earth-friendly farming practices - and the great Loudoun land- produce wonderful grapes. Our tasting room is distinctively located in our family home, built-in 1830, and filled with antiques. We sell Zephaniah wine only in our tasting room, open Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5:30 pm. You can find Zephaniah Farm Vineyard on: ●     Website - https://zephwine.com/ (https://zephwine.com/) ●     Email - Info@zephwine.com ●     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Zephaniah-Farm-Vineyard-101605249898855/ (facebook.com/Zephaniah-Farm-Vineyard-101605249898855) ●     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zephwine/ (instagram.com/zephwine/)   You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ●     Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ●     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod) ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod) Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Join Howard as he goes back to Frederick, Maryland, to meet Mark Vierthaler, Head Distiller at Tenth Ward Distilling Company. They’re going to talk about the emerging craft distilling industry in Maryland and their mission to ward off the ordinary with their unique but high-quality bottled spirits. If you want to know more about Maryland’s first Absinthe, you better stick around! In this episode, you’ll learn: ●     Why is Genever considered the grandfather of modern gin? ●     Caraway Rye spirit’s distinct and divisive taste; either you’ll love it, or you’ll hate it! ●     The truth about Absinthe, and the “holy trinity” behind it.  ●     Treating their customers with one-off releases - Pawpaw-infused spirit, anyone? ●     Why American whiskey has a more aggressive taste than European whiskey? ●     Giving craft spirits a chance; Just because it's local doesn't mean it's terrible. ●     And more!   About Tenth Ward Distilling Company:   We are Tenth Ward Distilling Company. We are proud to be woman-owned. We are located in what used to be the Tenth Ward of Frederick City. Specializing in a variety of year-round spirits, we take claim to producing Maryland’s first absinthe (heck yes, it’s real absinthe), and have a passion for developing small-batch, one-time-only limited releases. Everything we make is non-traditional and unconventional, which is why we live fearlessly by our slogan – #wardoffordinary.   You can find Tenth Ward Distilling Company on: ●     Website - https://www.tenthwarddistilling.com/ (https://www.tenthwarddistilling.com/) ●     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tenthwardco/ (https://www.facebook.com/tenthwardco/) ●     Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/tenthwardco (http://www.twitter.com/tenthwardco) ●     Instagram - http://instagram.com/tenthwardco (http://instagram.com/tenthwardco)   You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ●     Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ●     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod) ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod) Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

Welcome to the first episode of Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher. Join Howard as he goes to Frederick, Maryland, to meet Braeden Bumpers, one of the founders of McClintock Distilling. If you want to know how a vapor infused gin is made and how a Maryland-style rye whiskey tastes like, you better stay tuned cause you’re in for a treat! In this episode, you’ll learn: ●     The beginning of McClintock Distilling and their journey to becoming the first and only certified organic distillery in Maryland. ●     Who is McClintock Young, and why is McClintock Distilling named after him? ●     Rye whiskey is a growing spirit category, and Maryland is at its forefront. ●     How gin is made and the distinct process of making vapor infused gin. ●     How distillery owners adapt to the changes brought by COVID-19. ●     And more!   About McClintock Distilling: Craft Distillery in the heart of downtown Frederick. Offering tours and tastings, as well as event hosting opportunities. Bottles and merchandise available for purchase on-site. You can find McClintock Distilling on: ●     Website - http://www.mcclintockdistilling.com/ (http://www.mcclintockdistilling.com/) ●     Email - Info@mcclintockdistilling.com ●     Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/McClintockDistilling (facebook.com/McClintockDistilling) ●     Twitter - https://twitter.com/DrinkMcClintock (twitter.com/DrinkMcClintock) ●     Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mcclintockdistilling/ (instagram.com/mcclintockdistilling)  You can find Barrel Tasting with Howard Fletcher on: ●     Website: https://barreltastingpod.com/ (https://barreltastingpod.com/) ●     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod (https://www.facebook.com/BarrelTastingPod) ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod (https://www.instagram.com/barreltastingpod) Twitter: https://twitter.com/fletchDC (https://twitter.com/fletchDC)

In this episode, Howard speaks with Dorothy Vaccaro, General Manager of Boxwood Estate Winery in Middleburg, Virginia. If you've ever wondered what you would do as a business person if the market channel and delivery system radically changed overnight, you need to listen to this podcast. Dorothy and her team at Boxwood navigated those waters better than most in the area. This is a good one. If you would like to contact Dorothy Vaccaro of Boxwood Winery, you can go to the following: website: https://boxwoodwinery.com/ (https://boxwoodwinery.com/) To reach Howard Fletcher, go to: email: hfletcher@howardfletcher.com or howard@kw.com Website: https://howard.kw.com/ Blog: https://howardfletcher.com/

In today’s episode, I (Howard Fletcher) travel to Middleburg, VA to have a conversation with Jessica Chivers-Wilson, Sales Director of Boxwood Estate Winery. We discuss the winery's beginnings, their philosophy, and to rising quality and status of Virginia wine. To learn more about Boxwood Estate Winery, please go to: https://boxwoodwinery.com/ To contact Howard, email him at hfletcher@howardfletcher.com Call or text: 301.233.2845 Website: https://realestatewineandmore.podbean.com/

Howard Fletcher visits The Winery at Bull Run in Centerville, VA. If Bull Run sounds familiar to you, you probably remember it from your high school history class or Ken Burns’ fantastic documentary series The Civil War. Howard and winemaker, Ashton Lough, talk about history, Virginia, and wine.

I will be returning to a business that I featured in one of the first episodes of my original podcast, The Number One 2; Caboose Brewery in Vienna, VA. Caboose opened on its doors on May 5, 2015 in Vienna, VA, and has become one of the most successful breweries in Fairfax county. They have been so successful that they have recently opened a second location call the Commons that is located right next to the very hot Mosaic District also in Fairfax County. To learn more about Caboose Brewing: https://www.caboosebrewing.com/ To contact Howard Fletcher about real estate or this podcast: howard.fletcher@evusa.com Howard's website: https://howardfletcher.evusa.com

I have a conversation with the owners of Sonor Wines America. I am introduced to the process of infusing wine with music during the fermentation process. This is super interesting. You can learn more about Sonor Wines America at their website: https://www.sonorwinesamerica.com/ Visit me at my website to get more information about real estate in the DMV and how to contact me directly: https://howardfletcher@evusa.com Also, please download my Engel & Völkers app by texting EVHOWARD to (844) 878-4445. It is the best way to get in touch with me or search for real estate in the DMV.

This is part two of my conversation with one of the owners of 868 Estate Vineyards, Carl DeManno to discuss the history of the winery and restaurant, Virginia weather, the challenges of buying land for a vineyard, and the wine industry in this part of the country. You can learn more about 868 Estate Vineyards at their website: ;https://868estatevineyards.com/ Visit me at my website to get more information about real estate in the DMV and how to contact me directly: https://howardfletcher@evusa.com ; Also, please download my Engel & Völkers app by texting EVHOWARD to (844) 878-4445. It is the best way to get in touch with me or search for real estate in the DMV.

Welcome to the first episode of the Real Estate, Wine, and More Podcast. I sat down with one of the owners of 868 Estate Vineyards, Carl DeManno to discuss the history of the winery and restaurant, Virginia weather, the challenges of buying land for a vineyard, and the wine industry in this part of the country. Stay tuned, I think you’ll like it. Also, please download my Engel & Völkers app by texting EVHOWARD to (844) 878-4445. It is the best way to get in touch with me or search for real estate in the DMV.

Howard Fletcher speaks with the Founder/CEO of Grow & Fortify about their work with the Maryland Wineries Association, Brewers Association of Maryland, and Maryland Distillers Guild.

The Number One 2 (Howard Fletcher) visits with Melissa Aellen of Linganore Winecellars in Mt. Airy, MD. The 3rd generation winemaker discusses Maryland wine, East Coast winemaking education, and her family's history in the business.

Howard travels to Mt. Airy, Maryland to speak with Ed Boyce, winemaker and co-owner of Black Ankle Vineyards.

The Number One 2 podcast (Howard Fletcher) completes his conversation with Rich Mak, owner and brewer of B. C. Brewery. Also, we talk to Executive Chef Dave Magdeburger of B.C. Eats, the food truck that services the brewery.

The Number One 2 travels to Baltimore County to speak with Rich Mak of B.C. Brewery about his new establishment, craft beer and great food.

The Number One 2 (Howard Fletcher) visits Basignani Winery in Sparks, Maryland to talk fine winemaking with Bert Basignani.

The Number One 2 podcast (Howard Fletcher) completes his interview with Robert Deford, owner/winemaker of Boordy Vineyards. They discuss the history of the vineyard and wine making in the Mid-Atlantic.

The Number One 2 podcast (Howard Fletcher) interviews Robert Deford, owner/winemaker of Boordy Vineyards. They discuss the history of the vineyard and wine making in the Mid-Atlantic.

The Number One 2 visits Big Cork Vineyards in Rohrersville, MD to speak with Master Winemaker, Dave Collins.

The Number One 2 (Eat, Drink, DMV) kicks off our new format with an engaging conversation with Matt Greer, co-owner/operator of Caboose Brewing Company in Vienna, Virginia.