I am a recent JMU grad just starting out in the VA wine industry. I write at the Virginia Wine Princess to continue the memory of times spent with my mom who was both my wine tasting buddy and my blog editor.
My “meet the staff” photo at Trump Winery.
My First Wine Festival
My friend Meghan to whom I owe everything I know and love about wine.
I was brought to my first wine festival by my friend Meghan. She introduced innocent me to a world I didn’t know existed and I was in love. I have since worked and attended many more wine related events.
I appeared in a few photos on the Loudon Time’s Blog A Week in Pictures
Sarah Hudson of Trump Winery in Charlottesville pours some tastes at the second annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival on July 20.
Sarah Hudson of Trump Winery in Charlottesville helps the crowd with tastings at the second annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival on July 20.
We even served Trump Winery’s Simply Red, Chardonnay, Viognier and SP Blanc de Blanc at my brother’s wedding in October 2013.
My Brother and my Sister-in-Law!
I have enjoyed all the perks of being a member of the VA Wine industry. It’s been really fun to get to share my love for wine with my roommate and my family.
This is the Trump Winery team before they opened the door to the general public at the VA Wine Expo
It just so happens, right before the door or gate opens for events is a prime photo op.
Trump’s Angels right before the Mt. Vernon Wine Festival
I have had the opportunity to bring some of my other friends to events. I let my roommate in on my wine industry perks in exchange for editing every post I make. I can’t thank her enough for doing that considering most of my first drafts get written after a glass or two.
A “behind the curtain” photo taken of me at the VA wine expo.
Though I started blogging for a class, it has turned into one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences. I even got recognized at the VA wine expo!
Now, I can honestly say I hope I can be part of the wine industry for many years to come. I spend most of my weekends at VA wineries, bottle shops, and festivals. With my blog, I hope to offer honest reviews of the places I’ve been. I hope that the experiences I’ve had and the knowledge I’ve picked up along the way will help you find a similar love for VA wine.
Contact Virginia Wine Princess:
Email: vawineprincess@gmail.com
Twitter: @mermaidsarah412
