Viticultural interests of the state
Growth of commercial grape-growing as a major component of the Virginia agricultural sector
Cultivation of all species of grapes
Public recognition of the products made from Virginia’s grapes
Establishment and maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships with local, state, and federal government agencies
Free interchange of information and ideas with professional and amateur enthusiasts.
We invite you to join our growing association which is dedicated to the viticultural interests of Virginia. Our members include commercial growers, those who grow grapes as a hobby, and others who just want to learn more about viticulture. Many of Virginia’s farm wineries are also members, as are several companies which can provide goods and services to grape growers throughout the state. Membership is not limited to Virginia residents, we welcome all who share our interests.
Board of Directors
President
Bill Tonkins
Aftonshire
bill.tonkins@veritaswines.com
Past President
Dean Triplett
Greenstone Vineyard
gsvineyard@aol.com
Vice President
Dick Thomas
Naked Valley Vineyards
mmthomas9@verizon.net
Secretary
Tom Kelly
Rappahannock Cellars
tkelly@rcellars.com
Treasurer
Jim Benefiel
Benevino Vineyards
jwbenefiel@aol.com
Technical Advisor
Dr. Tony K. Wolf
vitis@vt.edu
Research Committee Chair
Emily Hodson
Veritas Vineyard & Winery
emily@veritaswines.com
Education Committee Chair
Karl Hambsch
Hambsch Family Vineyards
khambsch@embarqmail.com
Legislative Committee Chair
Randy Phillips
Cave Ridge Vineyard
rphillips@caveridge.com
Financial Audit Committee Chair
Dick Connell
Blue Zephyr Vineyard
dick@bluezephyr.bz
Communications Committee Chair
Turtle Zwadlo
tzwadlo@pollakvineyards.com
