Wine Trip (June 29th 2013)

RandyD · 06-17-2013, 10:27 AM

not cruize

how is June 29th for everyone?

i'll be happy to lead us around to a few beautiful spots for some virginia wine sampling...

Attendees:
-----------------
Randy & Mychelle
Steve and Dana (tentative)
Jon and Pat
Michael and Kathy (ZStig)
Aniceh
Fitzy and Deb (tentative)

m4a1mustang · 06-17-2013, 10:35 AM

I'm in, tentatively, +1. Need to double check our plans for that weekend.

ZCarMan · 06-17-2013, 11:07 AM

I'll check with Pat when she gets home but I'd think we are in.

ZCarMan · 06-17-2013, 11:49 AM

Randy, which ones do you have in mind for this time?

RandyD · 06-17-2013, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZCarMan

Randy, which ones do you have in mind for this time?

I'm thinking Northern Loudoun County.

maybe a cruize up from the FFX meeting spot up snickersville tpk, then hit North Gate, Hillsborough and end up at Sunset Hills.

eastwest2300 · 06-18-2013, 07:44 AM

Have fun fellas.

aniceh · 06-19-2013, 08:32 AM

I'm in!

MightyBobo · 06-20-2013, 11:12 AM

Consulting with the significant other. In for the sub.

Z Stig · 06-21-2013, 10:38 AM

Randy,

Do you have the start/end times for this planned out yet?

RandyD · 06-21-2013, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z Stig

Randy,

Do you have the start/end times for this planned out yet?

probably hard core to start drinking before noon

the wineries close typically at 6.

ZCarMan · 06-21-2013, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RandyD

probably hard core to start drinking before noon

the wineries close typically at 6.

Been there, done that...thanks Randy! Actually it wasn't before noon but close. Had a blast but man did I pay for it the next day!

Z Stig · 06-21-2013, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RandyD

probably hard core to start drinking before noon

the wineries close typically at 6.

Thanks Randy.

So I take it that we meet at the FFX meet location at 12:00? Plan on leaving Sunset Hills before 6:00? Not specifying, just trying to confirm. Since you are hosting, and are the lead wine expert in our group, you obviously get to set the time.

Our neighborhood July 4th celebration is that day, including fireworks, so I wanted to make sure I make it home in time for that. I may have to break away from the group before 6:00. I'll know better mid week. Looking forward to visiting the first two wineries, as I have not been to those yet.

MightyBobo · 06-21-2013, 11:07 AM

Can't go to this, either. Fiancee is officially working.

Sent from my Galaxy S3

sixpax · 06-21-2013, 11:12 AM

This is tempting, but I would have to bring a roll-back along in order to load me up for the trek home.

aniceh · 06-21-2013, 01:34 PM

I visited the websites for the three wineries mentioned to get an idea of what they are like, and found that all had special requirements for group tastings:

Hillsborough - Reservations are required for groups of 6 or more people. Groups of 10 or more tasters requires a credit card to hold the reservation. Last group tasting reservation is 3pm on Saturday's.

North Gate - Groups (of 8 to 20 guests) are welcome at North Gate during regular business hours. Reservations are required at least two days in advance by phone or by email to guarantee accommodations.

Sunset Hills - Reservations are required for groups larger than 8. Large group tastings are available Monday-Friday between Noon - 4pm. All groups eight or larger must be scheduled in advance and unfortunately, we can not accommodate group tastings on Saturday and Sunday.

It looks like there will be ten of us (Chris will be coming with me, but I don't think he will be tasting) and we meet the definition of a "large group" for all the facilities. I haven't visited them so I don't know how strict they will be with this policy. What are your thoughts, Randy?

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RandyD A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Potomac Falls, VA Posts: 2,977 Drives: 2010 370z 7AT Roadst Rep Power: 21	Wine Trip (June 29th 2013) not cruize how is June 29th for everyone? i'll be happy to lead us around to a few beautiful spots for some virginia wine sampling... Attendees: ----------------- Randy & Mychelle Steve and Dana (tentative) Jon and Pat Michael and Kathy (ZStig) Aniceh Fitzy and Deb (tentative) Last edited by RandyD; 06-22-2013 at 06:45 AM. Reason: Attempted to fix title

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aniceh A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Parts Unknown Posts: 7,216 Drives: '12 GM 7AT S/T Rep Power: 41	I visited the websites for the three wineries mentioned to get an idea of what they are like, and found that all had special requirements for group tastings: Hillsborough - Reservations are required for groups of 6 or more people. Groups of 10 or more tasters requires a credit card to hold the reservation. Last group tasting reservation is 3pm on Saturday's. North Gate - Groups (of 8 to 20 guests) are welcome at North Gate during regular business hours. Reservations are required at least two days in advance by phone or by email to guarantee accommodations. Sunset Hills - Reservations are required for groups larger than 8. Large group tastings are available Monday-Friday between Noon - 4pm. All groups eight or larger must be scheduled in advance and unfortunately, we can not accommodate group tastings on Saturday and Sunday. It looks like there will be ten of us (Chris will be coming with me, but I don't think he will be tasting) and we meet the definition of a "large group" for all the facilities. I haven't visited them so I don't know how strict they will be with this policy. What are your thoughts, Randy?

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