I was completely thrilled with our first annual Pennsylvania Wien Festival held this past Saturday at the WildSide! I have always said that Chaddsford Winery was my favorite in Pennsylvania and I am not sure that changed – the Merlot took Best Red and the Duo Rossi and Pinot Noir showed particularly strong as well but there were some serious wines from some wineries that I had not previously tasted as well. We loved the whites from Greendance, the Winery at Sand Hill, and the Traminette and Riesling took 2nd and 3rd places respectivelyin the white wine category. Best in show was awarded to a white wine, the Winery at Wilcox Elk County White. I poured it as an aperiftif later at my Reserve Wine Tasting and it confirmed my opinion that this was pretty yummy stuff. (The Winery at Wilcox Elk County Red also placed 3rd in the red wine category.)
I’d really need to thank the wineries who participated – Winery at Wilcox, Greendance (Sand Hill Winery), Chaddsford, Briar Valley Winery, Thistlewaite Vineyards and Christian Klay Winery.
I would be remiss if I didn’t particularly thank Sharon Klay whose experience and undying efforts as an ambassador of Pennsylvania Wine is unmatched. She is a wonderful person and runs a beautiful winery and vineyard just a hop skip and a jump from Nemacolin!
