By Jordan Wright

A splendid collection of vintners, savvy insiders, Washington oenophiles and a bona fide wine guru savored the grape at “A Taste of Virginia” wine event presented by Domasoteca and Domaso Trattoria on Oct. 29 at very posh Hotel Palomar in Rosslyn.

The event, a benefit for the Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry, drew those who know and appreciate their Virginia wines.  Seven wineries from the Charlottesville/Monticello area were on hand including several of the very knowledgeable vintners themselves.

Hosting the event was Christianna Sargent, manager of Domasoteca, the wine shop and salumeria on the ground floor of the Palomar.

This destination shop, which bills itself as a “global wine experience,” provided the beautifully arranged table of fresh berries, international cheeses, “salumi” (cured artisanal Italian meats), and house baked breads that aided the tasters in their wine quest. Continue reading Restaurant Scene/ Getting a Taste of Virginia