Revel in the Gabriel Archer Tavern, a Welcome Respite with a Storied History
“Hello! Welcome!” The frequent greetings from Patrick Duffeler turns some heads as he walks through the Gabriel Archer Tavern on the...

Challenges and Opportunities, Past and Future
By Patrick G. Duffeler, Founder and Chairman, The Williamsburg Winery The Williamsburg Winery is seeking a new owner. Now, let me back up...

The Williamsburg Winery and Community Partners Team Up to Feed Hundreds of Hospital Workers
When Tracy Shackelford and Harold Philipsen of Northwestern Mutual, in partnership with The Williamsburg Winery, put a call out to the...

Celebrating Pi(e) Day with Chorizo Quiche from The Williamsburg Winery
Pi Day is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant. 3.14. March 14. But around Wessex Hundred, and especially at The Gabriel...

The Art of Woodworking
There’s something about a piece of old wood. It has character. Soul. Stories embedded into every grain, every worm hole, every ring of...

Savoring Readers’ Choice Awards for The Williamsburg Winery in 2020
We think we can all agree, it’s lovely to be recognized, and it’s an honor to receive an award for your work, for your craft. Sometimes...

Meet Maureen Mains, Winner of The Williamsburg Winery’s Military Spouse Appreciation Giveaway
Earlier this year, it was a career Army spouse who was announced as the winner of The Williamsburg Winery’s military spouse appreciation...

The Art of Writing
To write is human. To receive a handwritten note is divine! In many ways, today, that art – the art of letter writing – is lost. It is,...

The Legend of the Turkey & Brie Sandwich
The ingredients are simple. House-roasted turkey. Brie. Granny Smith apple slices. Lingonberry preserves. Roasted garlic mayo. French...

There is No Off-Season in Winemaking: Winter on the Farm
If you’re a fan of Virginia Wine, you’ve probably seen your fair share of pictures of tractors rolling through lush, green vineyards....
