Cheers! Celebrate the season with local sparkling wines


Winemakers around the world have adopted the méthode traditionnelle to produce excellent sparkling wines that can rival Champagne in quality and often are more affordable. The same is true in central Virginia, where the caliber and recognition of locally grown sparkling wine is on the rise. Photos: Max March

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