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June 10, 2025|Weddings
Gabrielle and Pradip’s Romantic Garden Party Wedding
With lush, vibrant florals and a dreamy, organic aesthetic, Gabrielle and Pradip’s celebration radiated warmth, beauty, and connection. Pippin Bride Gabrielle shares her favorite memories from the weekend and how they crafted such an unforgettable, love-filled experience in the heart of the Blue Ridge. How did you two meet?…
February 19, 2025|Guides
Your Guide to Pippin Wine & Popcorn Pairings
Discover how to create delicious popcorn flavors with recipes by Executive Chef Victoria Cosner, and find the perfect Pippin Hill wine to complement each one. Whether you’re craving something savory, sweet, or a little spicy, this pairing guide takes your snack experience to a whole new level! Basic Popcorn Recipe…
January 1, 2025|recipes
Romesco Sauce Recipe
This smoky and tangy Romesco Sauce is the perfectcomplement to grilled chicken or lamb. Ingredients 1 dried ancho chili, deseeded and destemmed—soaked in hot water for 15 minutes 6 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise with the core removed 1 red bell pepper, halved and seeded ½ Spanish onion, sliced into ¼-inch…
January 1, 2025|recipes
Potato Leek Soup Recipe
A Comforting Blend of Flavors to Chase the Cold Away Ingredients 1 ¼ pounds leeks, whites only, rinsed and cut into rings 2 ounces butter ½ cup shallots, sliced ½ cup yellow onions, sliced 1 pound russet or Yukon gold potatoes, quartered lengthwise, then cut into ¼-inch slices 1 tablespoon…
December 5, 2024|In the Garden
Hydrangeas 101
Over the years, the Hydrangea Pathway has become a favorite feature for both visitors exploring the vineyard and couples celebrating their special day. Pippin’s Head Gardener, Celina DeBrito, shares everything you need to know about Limelight hydrangeas and the story behind our iconic vibrant blooms. The Inspiration Behind the Hydrangea…
November 5, 2024|Guides
Pippin Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect gift? Whether you’re shopping for wine lovers, foodies, or fans of unique experiences, we’ve curated the best ways to share the joy of Pippin this holiday season. For the Foodie Delight the culinary enthusiasts in your life with gifts that speak to their taste buds. From…
October 18, 2024|Harvest Highlights
2024 Harvest Recap
From our earliest-ever picks to quick calls before a hurricane, this season kept us on our toes. The fruit we brought in shows incredible promise, and we believe 2024 will be one of the most exceptional vintages we’ve seen yet. This year’s harvest came in early,…
September 12, 2024|recipes
Lobster Arancini Recipe
A Decadent Twist on the Classic Italian Rice Ball Ingredients, Risotto 4 cups lobster or seafood stock, kept hot 3 tablespoons butter ½ cup small diced yellow onion 1 tablespoon minced shallot 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper 1 ¼ cups arborio rice…
September 12, 2024|recipes
Pippin’s Famous Short Ribs Recipe
A True Comfort Dish That Never Fails to Impress Ingredients 4 pounds boneless short ribs (short ribs will be about half the weight when finished) 2 teaspoon salt for searing ½ teaspoon ground pepper for searing 2 tablespoons…
June 17, 2024|Around Charlottesville
How to Spend a Weekend in Wine Enthusiast’s Wine Region of the Year
Have you visited Wine Enthusiast’s Wine Region of the Year yet? Now is the time to discover everything the Charlottesville region and the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA) have to offer. Whether you’re interested in touring the celebrated Monticello Wine Trail, exploring historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor…